1969 FORD MUSTANG SHELBY GT350 CONVERTIBLE

KEY FACTS

• A stunning example of the high-performance convertible muscle car, still in superb condition following an extensive restoration.
• Under the bonnet sits a 290hp 351ci (5.7-litre) V8 engine, which sends power to the rear wheels through an automatic transmission.
• Previously treated to a ‘rotisserie’ refurbishment and with a freshly rebuilt engine, this is one of only 194 convertible GT350s produced from this generation.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• From the factory, this GT350 was equipped with a wealth of options including power steering, power brakes, front disc brakes, deluxe interior and more.
• The only modification that has been carried out is the fitment of rear speakers.
• Included with the car is a rich history folder comprised of the original dealer invoice, original Shelby automotive invoice, original sales copy, original PDI inspection, original vacuum schematic and original air-conditioning manual. In addition to this, the restoration documentation is present, along with a copy of the deluxe Marti report.
• The seller draws attention to the current Hagerty values of the GT350 Convertible, which are around double that of a Fastback from the same year; $162,000 for excellent condition, rising to $224,000 for concours condition.

Specification:

• Power brakes
• Power steering
• Air-conditioning
• Front brake discs
• Deluxe interior
• Select wire 8-track player
• Tinted windows

CONDITION

• There is no damage to the bodywork, and the vendor notes the car wears its original fibreglass panels, which are very good compared to many examples they have seen.
• The paintwork is in excellent condition throughout, showing only a small chip on the rear driver’s side wing, and some minor stone chips.
• Inside, the interior presents fantastically, and the upholstery was replaced as part of the restoration process, with the correct style textured vinyl seat centres. There is some minor sun bleaching to areas such as the carpets, but there is no cracking to the dashboard or other trims.
• There are no known faults with the car.
• The most recent MOT test took place on 1 December 2020 at 92,112 miles, and showed no advisory items.

SERVICE HISTORY

• No servicing has been carried out since the engine was rebuilt by Thunder Road.
• The engine is ready to be run-in, with all other mechanical parts inspected during this work, with the applicable paperwork included with the car.

SUMMARY

Exceedingly rare and in superb condition, this one-of-194 Shelby GT350 Convertible is sure to appeal to muscle car collectors. It is now ready for the new owner to gently run in the rebuilt engine and enjoy the sonorous V8 soundtrack with the top down as intended.

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