Shelbyman1970,
I imagine you enjoyed your visit to Brian’s man cave. He has changed several cars in the past few years.
Most are extra special versions that deserve a second look.
He doesn’t talk much about them, but is always happy to answer any question I have about any of his cars.
The information I’ve noted in the first post, is combined with the last several years of our research.
It is current as of August 2022
Oct 1, 1966 was the approximate start of ’67 production. Brian may have been summarizing the entire year in that website post.
I can’t speak for him,, so you would need to contact him and ask if you have any specific / further questions from his convertible site post.
‘Z” stamps did NOT appear on VIN plates until April 27th 1967. That is more fact than theory.
We have not seen any VIN plates stamped with the 'Z' before that date.
That is the point in time where we believe Ford took over SAI completely
Ford was always involved in SAI operations, but only to lend a helping hand up to that point in time.
We know Charlie McHose (Ford Employee) helped to design the 1967 Shelby. SAAC has published articles to confirm his efforts.
We also know Ray Geddes was sent to LAX (another Ford employee) to aid SAI in resolving problems at the start of production…
And to oversee the entire operation, so it ran more smoothly as production ramped up for ‘67.
If you want a deeper look into the entire run of the 1967 Shelby, our SRG sites, individually keeps up with new discoveries.
We dig deep into most every area of interest. As mentioned before, the links are in my signature.
Brian’s ban from the forum is old news and in the past.
He was invited back a few years ago, but not in any official capacity, such as a direct email or call. Just hidden inside of a post back then.
The 1967 convertible site is fantastic site and focused on that car, #00139.
I believe Brian does update that site from time to time with new info.