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£147,421
1968 FORD SHELBY GT500KR CONVERTIBLE
United States • 21 Jan 2017
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AI Listing Summary
This 1968 Ford Shelby GT500KR Convertible, Lot #1368, sold for $181,500 at the Scottsdale 2017 auction. It features a 428 Cobra Jet engine, 4-speed manual transmission, and a striking special yellow exterior with a black interior, one of only 47 such convertibles produced.
Condition
9
The car has undergone a complete restoration by renowned Shelby experts and has won multiple gold awards at prestigious car shows, indicating a very high level of care and attention to detail. The description specifically mentions that "the bottom of the car looks just as good as the top," suggesting exceptional condition.
/ 10
Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
8T03R205296
Odometer:
47,000 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
This 428 Cobra Jet, has 47,000 miles (the title reads mileage exempt) and is #3279 in the Shelby Registry.
It was purchased by tennis star Jimmy Connors, who gave it to his wife, 1977 Playboy Playmate of the Year, Patti McGuire.
In 2013, a complete restoration was performed by renowned Shelby experts.
There are only 47 GT500KR convertibles with this color combination.
This car won gold at the SAAC-39 in Division II, gold at Mid-America Ford Team Shelby, as well as gold at Muscle Car Nationals.
The bottom of the car looks just as good as the top.
No expense was spared in this restoration.
A complete history of the restoration and receipts are available.
Additionally, a complete Marti Report and complete ownership history goes with the car.
4-speed manual transmission.
Points of note
£58,315
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£146,734
Median Price (Since 2020)
£209,615
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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