1969 Shelby GT-500
Convertible
History Overview:
“THE END OF A LEGEND”
The first Shelby Mustangs built by Carroll Shelby came in 1965. The 1965 GT-350 was aimed primarily at the B-Production racing class of the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA). It was the B-Production champion in 1965-67. The 1969 Shelby GT-350 and GT500 were more closely related to the production Mustangs than their predecessors had been (the Mustang was all-new in 1969). There were now air scoops in the fiberglass front fenders, and side stripes were relocated midway up the body side. Although a few 1969’s were re-serialed for 1970, Shelby production effectively ended in ’69. A combination of government regulations at that time and spiraling insurance rates prompted cancellation of the Shelby program. Top speed was 115 mph, 0-60 mph in 6.0 seconds, and the ¼ mile in 14 seconds @ 102 mph.
Total 1969 Shelby Production: 3,150
GT-350 Fastback: 1,085
GT-350 Convertible: 194
GT-500 Fastback: 1,536
GT-500 Convertible: 335
75 Built With This Paint Code
42 Built With This Paint/Trim Code
176 Built With This Eng/Trans Code
112 Built With AM/FM Stereo Radio
Originally Sold To: Gotham Ford, West 57th and 11th Ave. New York City
Vehicle Mileage: 58,168 miles (Original)
Original MSRP: $5,027.00
Stock Number C 206
