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1966 Shelby Mustang GT350, original drivetrain, unrestored survivor!

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Location: Buford, Georgia, United States
Make: Ford
Model: Mustang
SubModel: Shelby GT350
Type: Fastback
Trim: Shelby GT350
Year: 1966
Mileage: 82,468
VIN: SFM6S2175
Color: White
Engine size: HiPo 289 V8
Number of cylinders: 8
Fuel: Gasoline
Transmission: Manual
Drive type: 3.89:1 Detroit Locker
Interior color: Black
Vehicle Title: Clear

1966 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 Description

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1966 Shelby Mustang GT350, original drivetrain, unrestored survivor!

This is 1966 Shelby GT350, the current owner has owned the car for the last 30 years. Original drivetrain, sheet metal, interior, etc. The car is unrestored, with only amild refresh in 1981, the vehicle still wearing 80% of her original paint. Ordered by Ford 6/1966 and sold new through Fogg Motors Ltd. in New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada. The car is well optioned with the rear seat, 10 spoke wheels, woodgrain steering wheel, LeMans stripe, and of course the Cast Iron Borg Warner T-10 4-speed manual transmission. The car was formally inspected by an MCA Gold Card Judge who specializes in '65 - '66 Shelbys. He concurs that this is a very well preserved example. As they say, it is only original once!

The car is photographed wearing both her original 10-spoke wheels, as well as, a set of period correct Shelby/Cragar 5 spokes with fresh meats so it could be driven and recommissioned for road use. The documentation is extensive between the Shelby documentation, original owner's manual, and SAAC historical registry information.

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Exterior Description

The same owner has held this car for more than 30 years and according to him, the car still wears 80% of her original paint. The car was formally inspected by an MCA Gold Card Judge who specializes in '65 - '66 Shelbys. His findings agree that this is a very well preserved example, that all the sheet metal has all the correct date codes and stampings. The hood is the original fiberglass over steel, all the fiberglass components are original and correct. He also confirms that the glass is also original, and very clean given its age, clear of scratches commonly accumulated over time.

Interior Description

According to the inspector, the interior is in beautiful condition and highly original. He goes on to comment that the upholstery is original right up to the headliner and to the door panels. He also confirms that the gauge cluster and floor shifter are likewise original, all in great shape.

Engine Bay Description

The Concours Gold Card Judge that inspected this Shelby confirmed that the motor is original, with the corresponding VIN number stamped on the passenger side of the block in the proper location and does not appear to have been tampered with. He further comments that engine retains the proper carb, distributor, and fuel pump.

He also notes that the transmission and rear end housing areoriginal to the vehicle as well.

Chassis Description

Regarding the undercarriage, the exhaust is an aftermarket system but can be easily swapped back. The inspector confirmed that the floor pans are original and in exceptional condition.

Year	1966	Displacement	289
Make	Shelby	Transmission	Manual Floor Shift
Model	GT350	Gears	Cast Iron Borg Warner T-10 4-Speed
Price	$175,777	Rear End	Detroit Locker
Location	Buford, GA	Final Drive	3.89:1
Odometer	82468	Drivetrain	Rear-wheel Drive
VIN	2175	Body Type	GT350
Engine HP	306	Exterior Color	White with Factory LeMans Stripes
Cylinders	8	Interior Color	Black
Factory Options	Added Accessories
Grid Specifications: SFM6S2175: Chassis Number W: White Y: Factory LeMans Stripe 4: 4-speed 2: Fiberglass with Steel Frame A: 14" Aluminum 10 Spoke Rims U: Under-Ride Traction Bars N: No Package Shelf W: White 2 A: Cobra hollow letter valve covers D: Detroit Locker H: Aftermarket Wood Steering Wheel I: Koni Shock Absorbers J: Lowered A-Arms

Patrick Krook, Owner, Show Your Auto LLC
Phone: (847) 838-3749
Email Me: pat@showyourauto.com

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This vehicle is offered for sale locally, SYA reserves the right to end the auction at any time. SYA is NOT a dealer, this is a Private Party Sale. All Vehicle description/statements as well as verbal statements made by SYA, have come directly from the Seller and are accepted as reliable. The current Seller has reviewed and approved the content of this ad. SYA's only obligation with regard this ad and photos is to bring the high bidder and seller together. As the Buyer, you have the right to a Pre-Purchase Inspection. All vehicles are sold "as is", where is. 10% deposit due SYA within 24hours of Auction end. Balance within 10 days or satisfactory inspection, whichever is first. All payments are payable in certified funds only, defined as bank wire, cash in person or cashiers check. In the event the Pre-Purchase Inspection yields that Seller has materially misrepresented the vehicle, Deposits are refundable within the 10 day inspection period. Click Here for Complete Bidding Guidelines and Terms of Sale.

On Jun-12-16 at 11:14:32 PDT, seller added the following information:

THE HISTORY OF THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN REVISED AND UPDATED, REFLECTING THE OWNERSHIP CHAIN OF THE VEHICLE AS STATED IN THE MOST CURRENT SAAC REGISTRY:
This is 1966 Shelby GT350 is a virtual time capsule preserved and passed between collector's hands virtually new. She still possesses her originaldrive train, sheet metal, interior, etc. The car is unrestored, with only a mild refresh in 1981, the vehicle still wearing 80% of her original paint. Ordered by Ford 6/1966 and sold new through Fogg Motors Ltd. in New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada. That said, she spent most of her life in Hollywood, California in the private collection of Paramount Pictures Executive, Ned Tanen. Ned produced such car guy films as "American Graffiti", "The Blues Brothers", "Smokey and the Bandit II" and many other blockbusters. In 1991, Ned's long time friend and attorney, Alan Wertheimer assumed ownership and caretaker duties until 1997. From there it sold to Oren Koules and a series of other flippers, eventually landing in the hands of David King of Oakland, CA. David then sold it to the current owner in 2003 who has kept it under cover in climate controlled storage,recommissioningthe car for road use within the past year. The car is well optioned with the rear seat, 10 spoke wheels, woodgrain steering wheel, LeMans stripe, and of course the Cast Iron Borg Warner T-10 4-speed manual transmission. The car was formally inspected by an MCA Gold Card Judge who specializes in '65 - '66 Shelbys. He concurs that this is a very well preserved example. As they say, it is only original once!
EXTERIOR UPDATE:
According to the current owner, who has spoken to every previously owner from Alan Wertheimer forward, the car still wears 80% of her original paint. The car was formally inspected by an MCA Gold Card Judge who specializes in '65 - '66 Shelbys. His findings agree that this is a very well preserved example, that all the sheet metal has all the correct date codes and stampings. The hood is the original fiberglass over steel, all the fiberglass components are original and correct. He also confirms that the glass is also original, and very clean given its age, clear of scratches commonly accumulated over time.

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