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https://www.koat.com/article/auto-ambush-shelby-gt500-mustang/37247900

I watched an episode of Engine Power a couple of weeks ago on NBCSN and they were installing a FiTech dual fuel injection system on a 445 ci FE motor.
I was wondering if anyone had/would do that to their vintage Shelby,  here is one that did.



https://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/cars-for-sale/shelby/gt500/2538922.html

VIN #: 67400F7A02689

Seller's Description:
1967 Shelby GT500 for sale ($190,000.00), but I prefer to trade for a 1966 Shelby GT350 of comparable value (no Hertz cars), or possibly an aluminum CSX-4000 Cobra.

I've owned and treasured this Shelby since 2003, and it's been on many road trips and has never let me down. The floors and body have always been rust-free with the exception of a dime-sized bubble on the right corner of a door. There was also a small dent in the left rear quarter panel, which was pulled out and skim-coated with filler when it was taken down to a bare-metal repaint. It was painted candy apple red lacquer when I purchased it, but it was originally lime green. I then painted in blue, but soda blasting caused the paint to lift over time, so four years ago I had it re-painted raven black (it was sanded this time to bare metal). My car is  well-known in the Shelby community, and I had the engine rebuilt to stock specifications around 2013 with the only modifications being aluminum heads, ceramic coated headers, and Fitech "dual" fuel injection. I put 3.25 gears in it, which made it much less "peaky" but still very responsive. There's a chance the 428 engine was replaced sometime in its life with a correct police interceptor engine and a June build date, which is about 3 weeks after the Shelby was assembled.  In the early Shelby registries, #2689 had a later build date, which would make my block correct. I replaced the modern Holley 600 carbs (not BJ/BK) with the FiTech dual fuel injection, and it can easily be brought back to stock (I still have the modern Holley 600s). The Fitech makes it easier to live with and drive. Dyno'd at 440 h.p. and 491 lbs. of torque using the Holley 600 carbs. Correct toploader four speed, with the shifter blueprinted by Jeff Yergovich (R-A Restorations), making it shift beautifully. The aluminum heads made a big difference, making the power band much wider. The 16 gallon fuel tank was replaced with a 22 gallon fuel tank used in the 1970 Mustangs to increase range.

Steering is tight and ten spoke wheels are reproduction 15x7 with new Pirelli P-7 tires. Some pictures show the car wearing 16" ten spokes, which I replaced last summer. I have a 15" ten spoke wheel in the trunk, although the Marti Report says it left the factory with Mag Stars. I still have the original heads and exhaust manifolds.

I'd give the paint an 8/10 because of the tiny rock chips on the lower scoops and behind the rear wheel wells. Passenger inner-fender apron is an excellent reproduction, and I have an original upper apron with the correct crash/crumple dimple which is very hard to find.

I had the front seats reupholstered. I have the original covers and foam (threads are brittle, but could be re-stitched. Lighting makes my carpets look faded, but they are not. Front seat belts are reproduction 1965 Shelby seat belts, but I just had the original front belts restored by Snake-Oyl (very expensive) and are still in the box. Rear belts are original.

Car was switched from outboard to inboard headlights. I have the outboard assembly. It has the "spec" rear axle, 1965 Galaxy rear drums (like the 1965 GT350), and the correct, original air cleaner. It weighs 3,350 lbs and does not handle like a typical big block car from the 1960's. When I bought it the car was a terrific driver, but after installing aluminum heads and Koni shocks the handling improved greatly. The picture I've shared when painted red was how the car looked when I bought it. Under my ownership it has never been driven hard or power-shifted (it has a Centerforce II clutch).  The only items I would address is the distributor is Motorcraft instead of Autolite, and the trunk needs to be adjusted; it lined up much nicer before I installed new weatherstripping. The battery is five years old so I'll be replacing it soon.

The underside was restored beautifully at great expense by a well-known restorer who now works for Cobra Automotive, and he used a urethane red-oxide paint so it would hold up better because he knew I planned to drive it. The pictures of the underside were taken on 11/13/21. It cost me as much to restore the underside as it did to paint the body. The bumpers are original but re-chromed, and all the glass is original and excellent.

The car has never been abused or neglected and it is an outstanding, driver-quality Shelby.  People get very excited when they see it and it gets driven regularly unless there is rain, salt or snow on the roads. I've driven it about 10,000 miles since I bought it.

The previous owner had the car for four years and drove it about 400 miles, and the owner before him had it from 1988 to 1998, and I've spoken to him many times. He purchased it from someone in North Carolina, which is where it was sold new.

I would very much prefer trading the car for a 1966 Shelby GT350 than selling it outright and I'm in no hurry to sell it. Potential buyers are welcome to see it or have it inspected (I'm located in East Hampton, NY).

 
Price: $190,000 Negotiable

https://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/cars-for-sale/shelby/gt500/2533998.html

Seller's Description:
- Shelby no. 341
- One family owned until 2006
- 27,435 miles since new
- According to the original owner's son, the 427 CI engine side oiler engine and custom dash plaque were installed by Shelby American for his father
- Driven by the original owner, J.T. Cosby, at Green Valley Speedway to a top speed of 203.1 MPH on January 21, 1969
- Mostly unrestored with one repaint
- Original Black interior
- Original Shelby 10-spoke wheels
- Sidewinder aluminum intake manifold
- Inboard driving lights
- C6 automatic transmission
- 2,400 stall converter
- Power steering
- Under-dash Stewart Warner gauges
- Sold new at Horn Williams Ford in Dallas, Texas

To be sold at the Kissimmee 2022 auction, Kissimmee, FL, January 6-16, 2022. To consign a car or to register to bid, visit the Mecum web site: www.mecum.com or call (262) 275-5050

Previously owned by a famous resident of Burnsville, NC.



https://www.ebay.com/itm/224485167316?hash=item34445bd0d4:g:rCoAAOSwZzhgutvf&vxp=mtr


Price: US $309,900.00

Item location: Charlotte, North Carolina

Seller information: rkmotorscharlotte (57 )

VIN#: 67400F9A02110

1967 Ford Mustang GT500 Candy Apple Red Coupe 527 CI Boss 9 5 Speed Manual
Stock #: 137026
Exterior Color: Candy Apple Red
Interior Color: Black
Body Type: Coupe
Transmission: 5 Speed Manual
Drivetrain: RWD
Engine: 527 CI Boss 9
Mileage: 75,827

Vehicle Description
RKM-built Shelby Pro-Tourer 711hp Boss-9 V8 6-speed A/C Detroit Speed Susp ///

Created by the RKM Performance Center to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Ford's legendary Mustang, this incredible Shelby is the direct result of some of the industry's best builders exploring the supreme limits of the pro-touring resto-mod movement! As a rule, the best builds begin as solid classics, and that's exactly how this fresh Ford rolled into our Charlotte shop. In fact, the car's body was restored so well that all it took was a new hood to exact iconic Shelby form. Since this coupe was such a head turner, someone on our staff mentioned the Hot Rod Power Tour. After many months of fabricating, tuning and sorting, our 'race car in a Shelby wrapper' joined thousands of other road-ready classics to participate in the 20th running of the magazine's renowned endurance cruise. And over the next seven days and 1,500 miles, the radical ride we now affectionately called RK527 scorched the blacktop from Concord, North Carolina all the way to Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin! Purchased at a cost of $37K, and tweaked in our shop by Kaase himself, this Mustang's monster mill is conservatively tuned to an easy 711 horsepower and a massive 806 lb./ft. of tire torching torque. Behind that brutal powerplant, a hydraulic clutch kicks a predictable Tremec T56 Magnum 6-speed, which spins a familiar Ford 9-inch that's finished with 3.55 gears. That drivetrain rolls on a Detroit Speed QUADRALink rear-clip, which pushes a Detroit Speed Aluma-Frame front-half. Turns come courtesy of power rack-and-pinion steering. Drilled and slotted rotors thread sporty Baer calipers. Power meets the pavement through retro American Racing wheels. And between the doors, a fully restored cockpit features the best elements of Ford's Black bucket seat interior. Call, click or visit for your chance to claim this ultimate pro-touring resto-mod!





Gauge readings look a little off



Fiberglass fitment

A long time friend of mine sent me these pictures this morning of C&C in ABQ this  morning, but didn't note VIN.

Looking at the pics it seems to be a vintage 67 GT500.

The horn mounts and holes in the radiator support suggest this was originally an outboard light car.

If the owner is a forum member, please tell us about it!

Hopefully not.

I have nothing to say about the Eleanor build, but look at the VIN.

What a mess.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/1967-Ford-Mustang-Eleanor-GT500/164341931291?hash=item26438add1b:g:E6QAAOSw151et2xV&vxp=mtr

https://www.ebay.com/itm/1967-Ford-Mustang-2-door/174184536243?hash=item288e3518b3:g:kVQAAOSwgZteM6KN&vxp=mtr

https://www.motor1.com/news/382784/ford-mustang-mach-e-shelby/

QuoteIs this really inevitable? Possibly, but before the Shelby fans of the world send us hate mail over these GT500-esque renderings of the new Mustang Mach-E, let us revisit some Shelby history...

7F02S126257 with a Shelby Automotive plate.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/1967-Ford-Mustang/202779774165?hash=item2f369dccd5:g:PVYAAOSwNCpdfvKJ&vxp=mtr

Current post on the Shelby Forum.

http://www.shelbyforums.com/threads/can-anyone-get-in-touch-with-the-current-owner-of-67-gt500-363.47343/

QuoteI ran across a for sale ad in San Diego, CA with a guy who is trying to sell a '65 Fastback as a "67 cobra hatchback" and he sent me a pic of the Shelby VIN tag. He insists that he has a '67 and I'm not going to waste my time with the guy but this looks like the original Shelby VIN tag for car #363. Don't know how he got a hold of it.

I also attached a pic of the car he's pictured with the ad so you can see how stupid some of the people in CA are. The brain cells diminish as they get closer to our southern border.

Last notes I have for #363, it was for sale on eBay in March, 2018.  Contact info was for J. Bittle.

No, it is not mine.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/1967-Ford-Mustang/323878792876?hash=item4b68ae2eac:g:nkAAAOSwgS9dSwAd&vxp=mtr

Quote From the Dukes of Hazzard the actual 1967 Mustang Shelby Boss Hogg Car used in the filming of the Warner Brother's 2005 movie. Mustang was converted into a Shelby GT stock car. Powered by mild high performance parts 302ci engine. This Shelby played a major role in the movie and raced along side the General Lee. Character Billy Prickett played the role of Boss Hogg who was racing the car against the General Lee. Automatic transmission. New tires. Runs and Drives great please take note to the Buyer's guide which shows it is a Warner Brother's Vehicle for more information or more pictures feel free to contact me at  573#######754######0371########.#####. $500.00 non refundable deposit due within 24 hrs of purchase via paypal full payment within 3 days by cash in person or bank wire into account. Buyer responsible for pickup or transport or the vehicle.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/1967-Mustang/123516549493?hash=item1cc228f975:g:gsMAAOSwEVtb~vNP:rk:1:pf:0&vxp=mtr

If it really is #1194, there has been a lot of customization since the pictures that are posted on the NVSAAC website.

http://www.nvsaac.com/gallery/1967_shelby_gt500_11.htm

Then:



Now:

Just No!

https://www.ebay.com/itm/1967-Ford-Mustang-Chrome/401593471138?hash=item5d80d610a2:g:v2UAAOSwjlJbfJN4&vxp=mtr

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number):    67400F5A01528

This vehicle is perfect project car for someone who wants to make there own "Eleanor". This was my dads high school car he's the 2nd owner. Needs some love but will become something extra special if your willing. 
There's minimal rust. Engine is disassembled heads and intake manifold are off. Door panels are also off but we do have them, metal door plate is also off but we also have. Body is clean but paint has some chips. Really this is a beautiful piece of American history. Make it yours!!!!

Here is what you do!


http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-5974877/Miami-auto-enthusiast-hangs-rare-1-5million-Pagani-sports-car-ceiling-luxury-condo.html

Thank you!

A rare 1967 coupe/convertible/fastback Eleanor KR.

7R01C110110

https://www.ebay.com/itm/1967-Ford-Mustang/352405316626?hash=item520cfe6412:g:YV8AAOSwFZtbMUpx&vxp=mtr

Copied this picture for the purpose of showing 17" Shelby 10 spokes installed on a 1967 (clone).

And, verifying my old Photobucket link.

My eyes say worst side stripe placement ever.

http://www.mustangandfords.com/featured-vehicles/1807-1967-shelby-g-t-350-uncovered/

https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/d/1967-shelby-gt-500-brittany/6466044412.html

1967 Shelby GT 500 Brittany Blue - $125000 (Grants Pass, OR)

VIN: 67412F8A00XXX
condition: good
cylinders: 8 cylinders
fuel: gas
odometer: 121245
paint color: blue
title status: clean
transmission: automatic

Owned for 43+ years, 3rd owner. Brittany Blue, blk interior, 428 cu in., dual quads, auto. Located in So Oregon. Low serial #. In the Shelby registry. Not too many real ones on the market. Call for more info. Stripped to bare metal in 1984, photos of apart. Have Motor #, Tranny # & Rearend #. Serious inquiries only, No texts, email, lets talk if you are seriously looking for a real '67 GT500. Lots of documentation, history, etc., let's talk. Landline, no texting.