1968 Shelby

The 1968 Shelby GT500KR marked the apex of Carroll Shelby's performance-oriented modifications to the Ford Mustang for that model year, earning the 'King of the Road' moniker for its superior power and handling refinements. It introduced the 428 cubic-inch Cobra Jet V-8 engine, rated at 335 horsepower, paired with suspension upgrades from the standard Mustang, power steering, and front disc brakes as standard equipment. Total production reached 1,652 units, including 518 convertibles, making the open-top version particularly scarce. VIN 8T03R201723 represents one of these convertibles, built at the Los Angeles Assembly Plant and completed at Shelby American's facility. Delivered new through Gotham Ford in New York, New York. Listed in the Shelby American Registry. Retained in private ownership, showing 3,354 miles at recent presentation. Displayed with 3,354 indicated miles, consistent with low usage. Accompanied by original build sheet. No specific restoration records identified; condition reflects preservation as a low-mileage survivor. 428 cubic-inch Cobra Jet V-8 engine; C6 three-speed automatic transmission; power steering; power front disc brakes; tilt-away steering column; one of 251 GT500KR convertibles equipped with automatic transmission. This GT500KR convertible stands as a rare, low-mileage representative of the 1968 Shelby lineup, valued for its documented originality and limited production in the current collector market.