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Shelby GT500KR KR (1968)
for sale

Price: US $235,000.00

Description:

100% Private Owner Consignment·Call 847-838-3749 or Email pat@showyourauto.com847-838-3749
1968 shelby GT500KR Convertible, Black over Black, Concours Triple Crown Winner
1968 Shelby GT500KR #02524 is the American Pharoah of the automotive world. This thoroughbred is finished in stunning Raven Black over Black, one of only 6% of total KR Convertible production or 33 cars. Add to that the quality of her restoration, not just concours gold winning, but one of only a handful that have earned the Shelby Concours Triple Crown:
• 2012 Mustang Club of America, Providence, Rhode Island National Show, Concours Trailered Gold Award
• 2012 Shelby American Automobile Club, Watkins Glen, New York, Concours Gold-Div 2
• 2012 Team Shelby, Tulsa, Oklahoma, Heritage Gold Award - Concours Heritage Class
The quality of her condidition compliments her pedigree.
# 2524 is one of the finest examples of a restored Shelby anywhere. You will be hard pressed to find a more historically accurate car anywhere. If you ever wanted to experience what a new 1968 Shelby was like, this is a rare opportunity to own the very best. That's not my opinion, but rather the opinion of the most knowledgeable Shelby people in the world. -Peter Disher, aka the Coralsnake and SAAC Concours Judge
In 2012, 2524 underwent a full rotisserie restoration by Tim Lea, one of the most well regarded restorers within the Shelby American Automobile Club (SAAC) community. The 428 Cobra Jet big-block V-8 engine, dated 8B5 (or February 5, 1968) a few months before the build date of the car, and VIN stamped C-6 automatic transmission were completely rebuilt to original factory specifications. She has been driven approximately 3, 100 miles since 2012, mostly to local shows and events in the Los Angeles area. In addition, #2524 was featured in a recent Ford family wedding.
Retired from competition, occasional driving does results in slight patina, primarily within the engine bay and undercarriage. Minor wear to plated and bare metal components is to be expected and is regularly detailed to maintain the factory finish.
She is rare, one of 518 GT500KR's produced. Then there is desirable, Raven Black over Black Décor interior, offset by a white power convertible top and white rocker panel stripes, certainly stirs the soul. After that of course is excellent, either in restoration detail or quality of preservation. And finally, there is provenance, a vehicle's history and pedigree within the enthusiast community. A car possessing any two of these traits would be a solid addition to a private collection, having all three makes this Shelby a must have for any serious collector.
Call 847-838-3749 or Email pat@showyourauto.com for more information!
Exterior DescriptionRaven Black body works shines like an obsidian mirror. All body gaps and body panel alignment are better than the factory could do in 1968. All the fiberglass work is also original to the car. FIt and finish of the paint and body is superior to most any other example currently available on the market. You will notice that the car is photographed with both vintage Good Year polyglas tires and modern radials. The car can be fitted with one or the other at the buyer's option as a condition of sale.
Interior DescriptionThe interior is in absolute factory OE condition. Restored to concours specifications, her interior trim looks and feels new. Hard to find wear items such as the steering wheel and shifter handle are likewise restored to showroom condition.
She was factory ordered new with White Power Convertible Top with Glass Blacklight, GT Equipment Group, Visibility Group, Power Steering, Power Front Disc Brakes, Tilt-away Steering Column, AM Radio, Interior Decor Group, Tachometer and Trip Odometer. Every acccessory works.
Engine Bay DescriptionEngine bay also presents as factory equipped. She is driven occassionally, so it is natural to see a mild patina soften the plated and bare metal finishes. During a recent concours detailing, all these surfaces were cleaned and any factory labels that displayed wear, such as the DR sticker on the shock tower, were replaced with fresh ones. When you are looking for a fine collectible, it isn't just how recent the restoration it is, it is how quality of the work done and how well maintained the vehicle is once it is completed. This one offers the best in workmanship and OE detail, with an owner who knows how to keep it in near showroom condition.
Chassis DescriptionRetired from Concours Trailer Queen competition, she been driven approximately 3, 100 miles since 2012, mostly to local shows and events in the Los Angeles area. Occasional driving does result in minor wear and tear, primarily within the engine bay and undercarriage as you might expect. But meticulous detailing after each outing and a deep detail at the end driving season has allowed this Shelby KR to enjoy the exhilaration of the open road, while maintaining her concours pedigree. The current owner has just recently performed a concours detail, cleaning all plated and bare metal parts to preserve their factory finish.
Genuinely rare, eminently beautiful, concours correct, and a Shelby you can drive- Owning this GT500KR will certainly grant you the title, King of the Road. This car has been recently inspected by independent 3rd party on behalf of ShowYourAuto LLC. Copies of that report as well as the Marti Report are available upon request.
Year1968 Displacement428 Cobra JetMakeShelby TransmissionAutomatic Floor ShiftModelGT500KR GearsC6 AutomaticPrice$235, 000 Rear EndTrack-LokLocationPacific Palisades, CA Final Drive3.50:1Odometer72, 200 DrivetrainRear-wheel DriveVIN8T03R201836-02524 Body TypeConvertibleEngine HP335 Exterior ColorRaven Black and White TopCylinders8 Interior ColorBlackFactory Options Added AccessoriesWhite Power Convertible Top w/ Glass Backlite
GT Equipment Group
Visibility Group
Power Steering
Power Front Disc Brakes
Tilt-away Steering Column
AM Radio
Interior Décor Group
Tachometer and Trip Odometer
Patrick Krook, Owner, Show Your Auto LLC
Phone: (847) 838-3749
Email Me: pat@showyourauto.com
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Terms of Sale
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.

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