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Fuel For Thought
probably the most recognized factory performance car in history
outlandish styling
Carroll Shelby is an icon in the industry
Incredible curb appeal
1 Specifications
Number built – 1,577 units
Construction – uni-body
Engine – 428 cubic-inch V8
Power/Torque – 335/440
Transmission – four-speed manual, three-speed automatic
Suspension front – independent ball joints, single lower control arm and upper a-type control arm with coil springs
Suspension rear – leaf springs
Steering – recirculating ball and nut
Brakes – 11.3-inch front disc brakes, 10 inch drums rear
Length/width/height – 183.6/70.9/51.8 inches
Wheelbase – 108 inches
Weight – 3,570 lbs.
0-60mph/quarter mile – 6.5 seconds, 14.75 seconds at 98 mph (Motor Trend, March 1968 on a Mustang GT500)
Top speed – 116 mph
MPG – 12.8 average
Price MSRP - $4,317 (fastback),$4,438 (convertible) today – $ XXX
Insurance cost
Insurance cost is $629 per year for a $100,000 1968 Mustang GT500KR. This is based on 3,000 miles per year of pleasure driving.
*Based on a quote from Heacock Classic Car Insurance,
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Engine – The FE Cobra-Jet block was designed for racing. There are no known weak areas. It would accept high RPM without wincing. Ford purposely underrated the horsepower but opponents knew it was much more than 335. Most experts rate the factory engine at 400 horsepower or more.
Handling – The GT500KR handled better than any other domestic production car of its time. Carroll Shelby had been a road racer and knew what it took to create a total performance car. With staggered shocks, heavy-duty springs and large sway bar, the GT500KR took curves like a skateboard.
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Alternative
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2 1968 Corvette 427 L71 tri-power
Number built – 2,898 (L71 Corvettes)
0-60/quarter mile – 6.3 seconds, 14.1 seconds at 103 mph
Top speed – 160 mph
Price – $4,663 plus $437.10 for the 427 tri-power engine; Today – $XXX - $XXX
Alternative
1968 Yenko (copo 9737) 427 Camaro
Number built – 65 units
0-60/quarter mile – 5.7 seconds, 13.20 seconds at 106 mph est.
Top speed – 130 mph
Price – $3,995 –Today – $XXX - $XXX
2 Strong Points
One of the most sought after cars in history
Stellar performance
Incredible visuals
3 Weak Points
Expensive to purchase
Many unrestored cars have rust problems
Easy to clone
Vehicle Category
99% are trailer queens. Due to the high value of the GT500KR, very few are driven regularly.
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One For Sale
AT PROVIDES
8 What to pay
YEAR MAKE MODEL
MSRP – $WE PROVIDE
Low – $WE PROVIDE
Average – $WE PROVIDE
High – $WE PROVIDE
*Based on prices from the Classic Cars and Parts Price Guide, fueled by NADA and available wherever XXX magazines are sold.
Parts Prices
National Parts Depot
800-521-6104
seat cover kit $201.95
dash pad $224.95
carpet kit $146.50
master cylinder $83.75
front upper control arm $86.95
engine oil pan $54.95
front fender $176.95
complete floor pan $614.95
GT500 grille emblem $52.95
GT500 body side stripe $24.95
2 Websites
3 Books
Shelby Mustang by Tom Corcoran
Shelby Mustang by R.M. Clarke
Shelby: The Man, The Car, The Legend by Wallace Wyss
The Great Muscle Cars Compared by R.M. Clarke
Mustang Legends by Voyageur Press
Review
Overall – The GT500KR is arguably the best total performance cars of the 60’s. The combination of stunning looks, excellent performance and outstanding handling was never duplicated by any other manufacturer. Today, these have become prized possessions and an ever-increasing value.
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