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The partnership between Ford and Carroll Shelby is regarded as one of the most important and prominent in the automotive world. This partnership was built around collaborations such as the Shelby Cobra, the Shelby Daytona, and various successful racing programs. The 1st generation Shelby Mustang was the mass market's first access to this legendary partnership. Many 1st Gen originals are available on the classic car market, as well as various replicas and recreations. The Ford and Shelby partnership continues to this day, with the Shelby Mustang name revived from the 5th Generation Mustang and onward, featuring classic model series', as well as new models.

The partnership between Ford and Carroll Shelby is regarded as one of the most important and prominent in the automotive world. This…

Shelby Mustang

The partnership between Ford and Carroll Shelby is regarded as one of the most important and prominent in the automotive world. This partnership was built around collaborations such as the Shelby Cobra, the Shelby Daytona, and various successful racing programs. The Shelby Mustang was the mass market's first access to this legendary partnership. Built using a stock Ford Mustang, and making various component and powertrain improvements, these performance oriented Mustangs were offered with 289 or 427 (later 428) V8 engine. Many originals are available on the classic car market, with values reflecting different factory specifications. It is common to find replicas and recreation of Shelby Mustangs, each with its own degree of authenticity and customization. Due to these variations, these car's values vary greatly depending on their individual provenance and require a case by case scrutineering.

Shelby Mustang - 1st Gen

1st Gen

A special tribute edition to the "Eleanor" car featured in the movie 'Gone in 60 Seconds,' the Ford Shelby Mustang Eleanor Tribute Edition is a special run of aftermarket cars. Made using donor cars, unless specified by the owners, these Tributes are not Shelby Mustangs, but Mustangs reworked to appear as GT500s.

A special tribute edition to the "Eleanor" car featured in the movie 'Gone in 60 Seconds,' the Ford Shelby Mustang Eleanor Tribute Edition…

Shelby Mustang Eleanor Tribute Edition

<p>The partnership between Ford and Carroll Shelby is regarded as one of the most important and prominent in motorsport. This partnership was built around collaborations such as the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/shelby/cobra/">Shelby Cobra</a>, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/shelby/daytona/">Shelby Daytona</a>, and various very successful racing programs. The Shelby Mustang GT350 was the first time the American masses had access to a product of that collaboration. The only model built throughout the entire run of 1st Generation Shelby Mustangs, the GT350 featured various engines through its production run. Ford used the famous 289 K-code Windsor engine for 3 years until it was discontinued. For 1968, a 302 Windsor V8 was used, followed by a 351 V8 used in 1969 and 1970. In the middle of 1969, Carroll Shelby terminated his agreement with Ford, leading to the Mustangs losing their Cobra tag. No production of 1970 models actually took place, instead, Ford re-VIN&#39;ed unsold 1969 models under federal supervision.</p>

The partnership between Ford and Carroll Shelby is regarded as one of the most important and prominent in motorsport. This partnership was…

Shelby Mustang GT350 - 1st Gen

GT350

These race specification Mustang GT350Rs are some of the most coveted examples of the 1st Generation Shelby Mustangs. Specially prepared for SCCA racing, the GT350R features a racing pedigree few cars could hope to achieve. Only 34 factory production models were built, making it a rare and highly sought after collector car.

These race specification Mustang GT350Rs are some of the most coveted examples of the 1st Generation Shelby Mustangs. Specially prepared…

Shelby Mustang GT350R - 1st Gen

GT350R

The result of a deal between Ford and the Hertz rental car company, the GT350H was produced specifically as a rental car. Once these cars reached the end of their rental lives, they were returned to Ford, who then refurbished the cars and sold them under the GT350H guise. While some have been painted in different colors, a large percentage of the original Hertz cars were painted black, with gold stripe work.

The result of a deal between Ford and the Hertz rental car company, the GT350H was produced specifically as a rental car. Once these cars…

Shelby Mustang GT350H - 1st Gen

GT350H

There are few names in the automotive world that inspire such reverence as the GT500. Equipped with the "Ford Cobra" FE 428 V8 engine, the GT500 produced enormous power for its time with 355 bhp. Buyers had the option of a 3 speed automatic or a 4 speed manual transmission, as well as fastback or convertible body styles. Shelby terminated his agreement with Ford in the summer of 1969, and as a result, Ford discontinued production that year. However, Ford took unsold 1969 GT500s and under federal supervision, re-VIN'ed the remaining cars as 1970 models. Only 335 GT500s were produced in 1969-1970, making these late model Mustangs a true rarity.

There are few names in the automotive world that inspire such reverence as the GT500. Equipped with the "Ford Cobra" FE 428 V8 engine, the…

Shelby Mustang GT500 - 1st Gen

GT500

Exclusively produced in 1968, the Shelby GT500KR is one of the most desirable of the Shelby Mustangs. The GT500KR, with KR meaning "King of the Road," was the introduction of the Ford 428 "Cobra Jet" FE engine to the Mustang. The KR was offered in both convertible and fastback body styles. Due to the termination of the agreement between Ford and Shelby in 1969, this was the last 1st generation Mustang to sport the Cobra tag.

Exclusively produced in 1968, the Shelby GT500KR is one of the most desirable of the Shelby Mustangs. The GT500KR, with KR meaning "King of…

Shelby Mustang GT500KR - 1st Gen

GT500KR

A run of Shelby Mustang continuation models built in collaboration with Unique Performance, the Mustang continuation series features the GT350SR, the GT500E, and the GT500SR. These cars are authorized Shelby continuations, featuring a Shelby VIN, and are registered in the Shelby American Registry. As these cars are made to customer specifications, there are variations in final build specs, which can be reflected in the variations in market price. Due to Unique Performance undergoing various legal and production problems, Shelby has taken over manufacture of the original intended lot of vehicles.

A run of Shelby Mustang continuation models built in collaboration with Unique Performance, the Mustang continuation series features the…

Shelby Mustang 1st Gen Continuation Series

Continuation Series

The Shelby Mustang was the mass market's first access to the legendary Ford and Shelby partnership. Built using a stock Ford Mustang, and making various component and powertrain improvements, these performance oriented cars are a perfect example of classic American muscle. The market for Shelby Mustangs features a great number of replicas and recreations, each with its own degree of authenticity and customization. Due to these variations, these car's values vary greatly depending on their individual provenance and require car by car scrutineering.

The Shelby Mustang was the mass market's first access to the legendary Ford and Shelby partnership. Built using a stock Ford Mustang, and…

Ford Shelby Mustang Eleanor Tribute Edition

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