1968 Mustang GT/CS California Special

The sale of this rare and collectible Mustang will benefit our friends atAmerica On Wheelsof Allentown, ennsylvania. America On Wheels is a non-profit, ducational museum featuring all types of over-the-road transportation. Among the many services they provide the community, merica On Wheels hosts school children and young adults, ntroducing them to the delights of the collector car hobby and encourages them to consider a career path in the world of historic automobile restoration and preservation. America On Wheels is an incredible asset to our area, nd RB Collection is proud to present this fantastic Mustang GT/CS for their benefit.

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At the 1967 Los Angeles auto show, special Shelby known asLil’Redwas shown for the first time. Lil’Red was a GT500 prototype with a notchback coupe body in full Shelby trim, upercharged 428, -6 automatic and plenty of luxury equipment. While the prototype and its sister car,Green Hornetnever reached production (Lil’Red was crushed by the factory while Green Hornet still exists in private hands) the car did was inspire the Southern California district sales manager, ee Grey, o discuss a special California-only model with Ford boss Lee Iacocca. Grey wanted a special limited production model mainly for the California market, ne that would attract buyers who wanted something more than a standard Mustang, ut perhaps didn’t want to step up to the expensive Shelby. Iacocca loved the idea and green-lighted the project, nlisted the help of Shelby Automotive and the California Special was born.

All of the approximately 4,000 California Specials built were based on the coupe body and were available with all engine and transmission options that could be had on a standard Mustang.

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RB Collection is very pleased to present this well-documented, ow mile 1968 Mustang GT/California Special. It presents in very goodrestored condition in striking Candy Apple Red (Ford #2008) with black stripes. This 26,000 mile car appears to have been a solid well-kept example from new, ith no evidence of prior rust or even a major restoration. The paintwork, n the correct color per the Deluxe Marti Report, s of very good quality with good panel fit and straight, lean reflections. Correct California Special badges, tripes and panels are all in place. Original equipment includes a 289 2V, 4 Cruise-O-Matic transmission, .79 Rear Axle, ower steering, M Radio, inted glass and deluxe seat belts.

The car remains in largely correct condition today, ith a few upgrades present such as a four barrel carburetor on a Weiland intake manifold. This is a turn-key car that runs strong and drives very well. We recently returned from a 70 mile journey where it performed flawlessly. Wearing a high quality driver-restoration, his Mustang can be thoroughly enjoyed as-is, r easily detailed to factory original standards without having to spend excessive time or money. Honest, sable and attractive, his is a very collectible Mustang that is well suited for driving or casual show. It is not known for sure how many examples of the GT/CS survive today, ut it is believed that about 2000 remain, ith fewer than 800 in the official GT/CS Registry. Sale includes a framed Deluxe Marti Report, binder of receipts and records, isplay boards and original period advertising.

For more information on this great Mustang, lease contact Alex Ruozzi or Geoffrey Isabelle at RB Collection - 610-398-9700.