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Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 (Facelift) - Price, Specs and 360° Interactive

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Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 - Key Specifications

Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 (1969) Specifications

Specification	Details
Type	High-Performance Muscle Car
Released At	1969 Model Year
Built At	Dearborn, Michigan, USA
Engine	7.0 L Naturally Aspirated V8 (Cobra Jet 428)
Position	Front-Engine, Longitudinal
Aspiration	Natural
Block Material	Cast Iron
Valvetrain	OHV, 2 Valves per Cylinder
Fuel Feed	4-Barrel Carburetor
Displacement	7014 cc / 428.0 in³
Bore	107.9 mm / 4.25 in
Stroke	101.6 mm / 4.00 in
Compression	10.6:1
Power	360 hp / 268 kW @ 5400 rpm
Specific Output	51.4 hp per liter
BHP/Weight	190 bhp per tonne
Torque	610 Nm / 450 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm
Top Speed	217 km/h / 135 mph
0 – 60 mph	6.0 seconds
0 – 100 km/h	6.3 seconds
Body / Frame	Steel Unibody
Driven Wheels	RWD (Rear-Wheel Drive)
Wheel Type	Magnum 500 Alloy Wheels
Front Tires	F60-15 Goodyear Polyglas
Rear Tires	F60-15 Goodyear Polyglas
Front Brakes	Power-Assisted Disc Brakes
Rear Brakes	Drum Brakes
Front Wheels	38.1 x 20.3 cm / 15 x 8 in
Rear Wheels	38.1 x 22.9 cm / 15 x 9 in
Front Suspension	Independent, Coil Springs, Anti-Roll Bar
Rear Suspension	Live Axle, Leaf Springs
Curb Weight	1725 kg / 3804 lbs
Weight Distribution	55 % Front / 45 % Rear
Wheelbase	2743 mm / 108.0 in
Length	4823 mm / 190.0 in
Width	1867 mm / 73.5 in
Height	1328 mm / 52.3 in
Transmission	4-Speed Manual / 3-Speed Automatic
Fuel Economy (Combined)	Varies (Approx. 10-12 mpg-US)
Fuel Capacity	76 liters / 20 gallons

Some Interesting Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Facts

Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Price Specifications

Designed by Carroll Shelby but Built by Ford Unlike earlier Shelby Mustangs, which were built at Shelby American, the 1969 Shelby GT500 was assembled by Ford after Shelby ended his direct involvement with Mustang production.

Powered by a 428 Cobra Jet V8 The 1969 GT500 featured a 428 cubic inch (7.0L) Cobra Jet V8 engine, producing 335 horsepower and 440 lb-ft (597 Nm) of torque, though many believed the actual horsepower was closer to 400 hp.

More Aggressive Styling Than Ever The 1969 GT500 received a major redesign, featuring a longer fiberglass front end, a larger hood scoop, side scoops, and an integrated rear spoiler, giving it a more aggressive look.

Functional Ram Air Hood The fiberglass Ram Air hood scoops weren’t just for show—they provided extra airflow to the Cobra Jet engine, improving cooling and performance.

Bigger and Heavier Than Previous Shelbys The 1969 GT500 was larger and heavier than its predecessors, making it more of a high-speed grand tourer rather than a lightweight track car like earlier Shelby Mustangs.

Available in Coupe and Convertible Versions Buyers could choose between a fastback coupe (SportsRoof) or a convertible, making the GT500 one of the rarest and most desirable Shelby Mustangs today.

One of the Last Classic Shelbys After 1970, Ford discontinued the Shelby Mustang program, making the 1969-70 GT500 the last of the first-generation Shelby Mustangs.

Four-Speed Manual or Three-Speed Automatic The GT500 could be ordered with a four-speed manual transmission for performance driving or a three-speed automatic for a more comfortable cruising experience.

Rare 1970 Models Were Leftover 1969s Some 1969 GT500s were left unsold at the end of the year, so Ford re-VINed them as 1970 models, making these "1970" GT500s extremely rare collector’s items.

Highly Collectible and Valuable Today Due to its limited production, Shelby nameplate, and powerful Cobra Jet engine, the 1969 GT500 is one of the most valuable classic Mustangs, with pristine examples selling for over $200,000.

Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 (Facelift) Price

The 1969 Shelby GT500 is the most aggressive classic Mustang—a 7.0L Cobra Jet V8 (335hp, 440 lb-ft) with "Cobra Le Mans" stripes, hood pins, and only 1,536 built. A muscle car legend with prices now rivaling Ferraris.

1. Price Ranges (EUR, Mid-2024)

Standard GT500 (Non-Convertible, Non-Super Snake)

Project Car (Non-Runner/Rusty): €80,000 – €120,000(Check frame rails, torque boxes, and cowl vents—rot kills value.)

Drivable but Worn (Resto-Mod): €130,000 – €200,000(Expect non-matching engine, aged interior, or modern upgrades.)

Restored (Numbers-Matching): €250,000 – €400,000(Correct Grabber Orange paint, date-coded parts, Marti Report.)

Concours-Grade (<50,000 miles): €450,000 – €700,000+(Never modified, all Shelby tags, SAAC documented.)

Special Versions

GT500 Convertible: +€150k–€200k (only 335 made).

GT500 Super Snake (Recreation): €500,000+(Real ones are $2M+.)

"Little Red" Clone: €300,000–€500,000(If well-executed.)

2. Key Factors Affecting Value

✅ Provenance is EVERYTHING

Original Shelby Serial Tag (SMS-XXXX): +€100k+ (fakes abound).

Marti Report Elite: +€20k (proves factory specs).

✅ Desirable Original Features

Ram Air Hood Functional: +€15k (often disabled).

Wood-Grain Steering Wheel: +€5k (often cracked).

Factory Tach/Clock: +€8k (usually missing).

⚠️ Critical Watch-Outs

Fake Shelbys: Clones outnumber real ones 10:1—3D-scan VIN stamps.

428CJ vs. 428PI: Cobra Jet engines worth 2x Police Interceptors.

Restoration Overkill: Over-polished engine bays hurt originality.

3. Where to Buy in the EU?

Specialist Dealers

Classic Car Auctions (RM Sotheby’s, Bonhams).

US Importers (Germany/Netherlands): Like "American Classics".

Private Sales

SAAC Forum (Shelby American Auto Club).

Mustang Barn Finds (Facebook Groups).

Pro Tip: Swiss-stored cars avoid EU import taxes until sold.

4. Market Trends

📈 60s Muscle Car Boom

+15% annually since 2015.

Real Shelbys now 3x 2010 prices.

⚠️ Trap Warning

"Barn Find" Scams: Many are rebody jobs—X-ray the frame.

Non-OEM Fiberglass: Hood/scoops should have Ford part numbers.

5. Must-Do Checks

🔧 Mechanical

Engine Stamp: Must match VIN (7R or 8R prefix).

Transmission Code: Toploader RUG-A1 (close-ratio) or RUG-A2?

📄 Paperwork

Shelby World Registry: Confirm production sequence.

Ford "Buck Tag": Under fender—proves factory GT500 build.

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