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Coming up for auction on Bring a Trailer soon. Impress your friends by knowing this is coming soon!
Acapulco Blue GT 350 with a white top, it's an automatic, but you're going to get a surprise with this one.
Who says concours cars are just put away never to be used again? You have your choice- drive it now or add it to the collection that needs the very best.
I can't think of another GT350 that has won more national awards -
2011 Shelby American Automobile Club, Virginia International Raceway, Concours Gold - Division 2
2011 Team Shelby, Tulsa, Oklahoma, Gold Award - Concours Heritage Class
2011 Mustang Club of America, Maryland Grand National Show, Concours Trailered Gold Award
(http://www.thecoralsnake.com/308a.jpg)
Signed - The hype man for the Elite Show Car Secret Society
Is that the one Tim did with the fiberglass paint intentionally mismatched?
Beautiful
Is this the one with the Huffer ? ;D
Nice
I have seen the car and it is extremely nice. I wish the seller the best in selling the car.
Quote from: KR Convertible on August 01, 2022, 08:31:39 PM
Is that the one Tim did with the fiberglass paint intentionally mismatched?
No not intentionally mismatched but the process was intentional. Single stage metallic fiberglass sprayed 4 weeks after body. Mike Shally said " most accurate paint job I've ever seen. I can't believe you had the balls to do it"
I guess intentionally mismatched wasn't the correct term. I remember the discussion about the process matching the way they were originally done, and finish on the fiberglass parts not looking identical to the Ford painted metal. I agree, big cajones, especially on a metallic color.
Oh boy... I cant wait for all the armchair experts to set the car's owner straight on the intricacies of 1968 Shelby Mustangs in the comment section. I'll make sure to have my popcorn ready to watch the schooling ;D
Bet the car is going to "ring the bell"!
Vern
Wheel covers will probably be an issue....
Pat
Quote from: azdriver on August 03, 2022, 11:41:45 AM
Wheel covers will probably be an issue....
Pat
Why is that? 68's with wheel covers have been setting record prices. Easy enough to swap out with a set of 10 spokes if someone wants to, shouldn't be a reason to pass on a car, especially considering nearly all 68's had wheel covers.
Quote from: CharlesTurner on August 03, 2022, 11:54:50 AM
Quote from: azdriver on August 03, 2022, 11:41:45 AM
Wheel covers will probably be an issue....
Pat
Why is that? 68's with wheel covers have been setting record prices. Easy enough to swap out with a set of 10 spokes if someone wants to, shouldn't be a reason to pass on a car, especially considering nearly all 68's had wheel covers.
I told Seraphim when he gets his car done to NOT mount the NOS wheel covers but leave them in the trunk boxed up(not for a concours show though). I bet he would get more looks with the black steel wheels on it and then the covers become the conversation piece. A neighbor drove his 68 "sagging ass" GT500KR repainted in it's white with no wheel covers or stripes on it and got notes every time he parked it (mid 70s into the early 80s) at a store asking if he wanted to sell it.
People are fickle. They pass up a good used car for a lesser one due to color or transmission. Don't ask me to explain human nature. Typically I see VERY few 68's with caps... can't deny the numbers.
Pat
The car will definitely be bid up by someone who knows what the car really is and knows what it takes to make a car of this caliber i.e. reproduction parts vs. nos parts, tasteful mods vs. assembly-line correct. All it takes is 2 bidders that really want it!!
Color/transmission are a bit more rigid as it's known how the cars were built. An easy bolt on/off item like wheels doesn't seem like a big deal...
Agreed, its going super sonic!
In the original (1st) post by Coralsnake in this thread, was there/is there an image, or a link I don't see it ? or is it in the gallery ?
not looked there yet.
Quote from: honker on August 03, 2022, 02:44:25 PM
In the original (1st) post by Coralsnake in this thread, was there/is there an image, or a link I don't see it ? or is it in the gallery ?
not looked there yet.
Image is there.
Quote from: honker on August 03, 2022, 02:44:25 PM
In the original (1st) post by Coralsnake in this thread, was there/is there an image, or a link I don't see it ? or is it in the gallery ?
not looked there yet.
http://www.thecoralsnake.com/308a.jpg
(http://www.thecoralsnake.com/308a.jpg)
Bill
Big foot thanks for your reply, and Bill for the link, see it now !
Mike
Quote from: Vernon Estes on August 03, 2022, 11:09:42 AM
Oh boy... I cant wait for all the armchair experts to set the car's owner straight on the intricacies of 1968 Shelby Mustangs in the comment section. I'll make sure to have my popcorn ready to watch the schooling ;D
Bet the car is going to "ring the bell"!
Vern
Oh it will be interesting for sure. Early non recall car. I can hear it already "should have Lucas lights! Should have aluminum intake and Holley carb
Quote from: George Schalk on August 03, 2022, 12:58:20 PM
The car will definitely be bid up by someone who knows what the car really is and knows what it takes to make a car of this caliber i.e. reproduction parts vs. nos parts, tasteful mods vs. assembly-line correct. All it takes is 2 bidders that really want it!!
As most of you know I have seen and restored a lot of Shelbys. I bought this one because it was the best car I had ever come across. All born with drive train, sheet metal, fiberglass, tags, hardware etc. Never had a spot of rust on it. It is a no excuses car
Is there a scheduled date for when the car will debut on BAT? Any pics you'd be willing to share to entice and tease us before the auction?
The load date is not established but it will be in the next few weeks
I will get some pictures posted here as soon as possible
This car really is one of the best restored cars around . I think anyone that has seen it will agree
Quote from: George Schalk on August 03, 2022, 04:41:49 PM
Is there a scheduled date for when the car will debut on BAT? Any pics you'd be willing to share to entice and tease us before the auction?
I have submitted it but still waiting for date when it will go live. We're just getting it cleaned and detailed now, will post pics soon
Well too bad but I won't get to endure the BAT peanut gallery. I got an offer I couldn't refuse privately ;D
Congrads !!!!!
Yes, congratulations on your private sale, Tim.
Yes - Congratulations!!
You've dodged the public flogging by the at times unknowing, and the time and effort to respond which can add up, and no fees for the buyer which means they can afford more car.
Congrats, great car
I was looking forward to the auction!
Congratulations
Glad you were able to avoid the inquisition that is BAT but must admit the banter is a guilty pleasure...
Pat
A private deal in most cases is always better than a public auction deal! ;)
Congrats!!
Same car?
Quote from: 68gtcoupe on August 18, 2022, 07:20:04 PM
Same car?
Does not look to be, even with the wheel change.
Notice the different ride height
At first I thought no but those are my plates (and thats my wife lol) This had to be before it was restored probably 2010?
Quote from: 68gtcoupe on August 18, 2022, 07:20:04 PM
Same car?
Quote from: TLea on August 19, 2022, 04:37:56 PM
At first I thought no but those are my plates (and thats my wife lol) This had to be before it was restored probably 2010?
Quote from: 68gtcoupe on August 18, 2022, 07:20:04 PM
Same car?
May 2010 to be exact. Came across this in my library of old(er) photos.
Do you remember where it was taken?
Quote from: TLea on August 19, 2022, 08:49:05 PM
Do you remember where it was taken?
Mustangs Unlimited in Manchester, CT. The album I have is labeled "SAAC NE Show 2010". I have a couple engine shots and one interior shot as well.