1968 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Eleanor Tribute

Shelby GT500 Eleanor Tribute | 429ci Cobra Jet V8 | 10-Year Build

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23074924

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Make:
Model:
VIN:
8F02X176997
Lot Number:
23074924
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
00 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
7.0L V8
Drive Type:
Transmission:
Manual/Standard
Exterior Color:
Black Metallic
Interior Color:
Black
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Rhode Island
  • 1968 MY Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 E Restoration
  • Engine swapped to a 429ci Cobra Jet engine
  • Current owner reports 500HP
  • Current owner reports new TKO 600 manual 5-speed transmission
  • 9" positraction rear end with 3.73 gear ratio
  • Holley Sniper EFI self-tuning fuel-injection system
  • HEIDTS fully adjustable coilover suspension
  • Rack & Pinion power steering system
  • Complete MSD ignition
  • Holley 850CFM double pumper
  • Ported heads
  • Custom made stainless steel headers
  • Edelbrock RPM air gap intake
  • Custom fuel tank
  • Electric fuel pump
  • Hurst shifter
  • Black Metallic paint with Grey Metallic stripes
  • Current owner reports all new chrome parts
  • Functional side scoops
  • New quarter panels
  • New fenders
  • All new interior
  • High-back leather bucket seats
  • Rear fold down leather seats
  • Deluxe brushed aluminum door & dash panels
  • Overhead console with map lights
  • Carroll Shelby signature gauges with tachometer
  • Tilt steering wheel
  • GT500 Eleanor style seat belts
  • New audio player with Bluetooth capability
  • Current owner reports new Wildwood master cylinder
  • Current owner reports all new Wildwood 4-wheel disc brakes
  • Current owner reports new suspension
  • Current owner reports new Q1A shocks
  • 17" 407 Shelby licensed extra-wide wheels
  • Current owner reports new Nitto tires

Overview of 1968 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Eleanor Tribute For Sale by Owner

A Ford Mustang, particularly a first-generation variant is a highly desirable car, but add the word 'Shelby' to the sentence, and it truly ascends into greatness. That's because renowned racer and tuner Carroll Shelby turned his attention to the Mustang and created a string of greats that still bear his name. If you're looking to pick up one of these epic cars, we've got a nice 1968 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 E Restoration that's ripe for the taking. Let's find out what it brings to its next lucky owner.

Exterior and Interior

First off, the black metallic paint job on this 1968 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 E Restoration makes it truly sinister in appearance, aided by the gray metallic over-the-top stripes. The current owner reports it to contain new quarter panels, new fenders, new chrome parts, and functional side scoops. We also observe new headlamps and foglamps adorning the menacing frontal outlook of this car. Rolling on a set of 17-inch 407 Shelby licensed extra-wide wheels with reportedly new Nitto tires, you're assured that this car has the go-factor to match its looks. Inside, there's said to be an all-new interior with leather-trimmed high-back bucket seats, an overhead console with map lights, a tilt steering wheel, a Hurst shifter, and Carroll Shelby signature gauges, including a tachometer. GT500 Eleanor-style seat belts keep everyone safe, while there's even a new Pioneer head unit with Bluetooth capabilities, broadening your choice of driving tunes to a great degree.

Engine

This 1968 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 E Restoration has received a heart transplant, with a 429ci Cobra Jet engine sitting under the hood that's said to be good for 500hp. A five-speed TKO-600 manual transmission and a 9-inch Positraction rear end with a 3.73 ratio handle power transfer to the road. Then, there's Holley Sniper fuel injection with self-tuning, complete MSD ignition, a Holley 850CFM double pumper, ported heads, custom-made stainless steel headers, an Edelbrock RPM air gap intake, a custom fuel tank and an electric fuel pump to keep the engine running smoothly and reliably. A Wilwood master cylinder and 4-wheel disc brakes take care of stopping, while steering is enhanced by a rack and pinion power steering system. Next up, the suspension has received a comprehensive overhaul. Highlights include a HEIDTS fully adjustable coilover setup and new Q1A shocks. With all that work, this 'Stang's next owner will be an extremely lucky person.

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