Ford Mustang GT-500KR Convertible 4 Speed Lime Gold

1968 FORD SHELBY CONVERTIBLE68 Shelby Cobra Jet GT-500KR ConvertibleThis Flawless KR convertible is a rare ONE OF A KIND treasure and true KING OF THE ROAD. 1968 was the only year the KR was produced as a convertible! Both Shelby and Ford considered the GT-500KR to be Mustang’s ultimate evolution. In 1968:518 GT-500KR convertibles were produced267 were fitted with 4-speed manual transmissions197 were finished in lime-gold metallic paint #2041-A40 had Saddle décor bucket seat interiors (only 2 convertibles)25 had white convertible topsThis was built at the Ford plant in Metuchen. New Jersey on July 25. 1968. After was a trip to Ionia. Michigan to get the Shelby treatment. It was then shipped to University Ford in Champaign. Illinois. With a massive 7L (428 cu in) V8 engine. the GT-500KR embodied the essence of the American muscle car. It is claimed that the 335bhp power figure quoted by Shelby was actually an understatement; the real power figure is closer to 400HP. The GT-500 appeared in Gone in 60 Seconds where it was modified with nitrous oxide and was affectionately known as “Eleanor. ”The magazine Car Life said. “The care is so impressive. so intimidating to challengers. that. there are no challengers. This KR breeds confidence bordering on arrogance. ”This car itself has been featured in several national magazines. Interior:Saddle décor - Original except rear vertical coverDriver seat has new carpet - Original nap and typeAM 8-track radio – Dealer installed and works goodTilt-away steering wheelExterior:White convertible power top with glass backliteAntenna mounted left rear quarter Remote mirror on driver’s side10-spoke correct wheels for ShelbyAll body panels are originalTires: Goodyear raised letter size E70-15Undercarriage:Original type exhaust with correct Ford part numbers and Ford stampingCorrect Ford part number clamps and exhaust hangersTransmission is 4-speed manualRear end 3. 50 traction Lok axle ratioEngine:428-4V CJ Engine GT-500KROptions:Visibility groupPower steeringPower front disc brakesTilt-away steering columnAM 8-track radioInterior Saddle décor groupStatisticsThis car was 1 of 518 KR convertibles built in 1968 and this was the only year for the KR convertible197 with this paint code40 with this paint/trim combination267 with this engine/transmission518 ordered as GT-500KR cars893 ordered with white power topsOnly two GT-500KR convertibles had Saddle décor and this is the only one known to exist with Saddle décorOriginal mileage: 54. 92 – less than 25 put on car since restorationAll restoration receipts and photos are available Marti report with KRUnderwent two year complete ground restorationThis flawless convertible has been judged numerous times by the Mustang Club of America (MCA) and head Shelby judges including. Jeff Speegel. with all agreeing this is the most correct GT-500KR convertible they have judged. It has nine gold place MCA winnings in United States competition along with one gold MCA in Canada. All judges sheets available with supporting documents. This KR is now in the conservatory MCA Division Perfect Museum Car or Driver.