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Ford Mustang GT500 1969

General description : Here at RK Motors Charlotte we have a tradition of offering you the finest muscle cars in the world. So, it's only natural that, when we found this documented, registry-listed Shelby GT500, we simply couldn't wait to post it to our website! Backing a hot Cobra Jet 428 with a smooth C6 3-speed, this polished pony is a top notch example of one of the rarest Shelby Mustangs ever produced. And better still, it's the beneficiary of a detailed, ground-up restoration that practically defines the term 'clean'. If you're a discerning enthusiast who wants to experience the very best of owning a high caliber muscle car, this killer GT500 deserves your full attention!
THAT'S CANDYAPPLE, NOT CANDY APPLE
Starting life at Chaffee Motors in Hawthorne, California, this Ford is the beneficiary of a detailed restoration that transformed a solid hobby horse into a battle-ready snake. A fresh coat of correct Candyapple Red 2-stage was layered over straight sheetmetal and accented with familiar gold side stripes. And today, this coupe rolls as a 'can't miss' favorite that easily puts most muscle cars to shame!
In an attempt to give their star flagship a more luxurious look for the 1969 model year, Ford designers penned a Shelby-exclusive front-clip that was very contemporary. The car's lightweight fenders and hood create a large rectangular grille opening that's detailed with an off-set Shelby emblem and 7-inch halogen headlights. Below that grille, ornate parking lamps flank a large valence that's filled with correct Lucas driving lamps. At the sides of that valence, a striped profile trades traditional Mustang ornamentation for integrated brake ducts, bright door handles and small Cobra badges. At the top of that profile, five NACA scoops feed ram air induction while color-keyed race mirrors reflects stainless-trimmed glass. Behind that glass, a correct lightweight decklid joins correct, Shelby-branded extensions to create a prominent rear spoiler. And below that deck, stylish taillights, borrowed from the Thunderbird, illuminate a showroom-fresh bumper, chrome trimmed reverse lamps and a unique aluminum exhaust collector.
POWER BY FORD
Twist this Mustang's polished ties and you'll find the storied, 428 cubic inch Cobra Jet V8 that looks as fresh as the day it rolled out of the restoration shop. Long regarded as one of the meanest MoTown mills ever created, Ford's fabled Cobra Jet utilized revised heads, heavy duty Le Mans connecting rods and a nodular iron crank to ensure Shelby-branded Mustangs remained the kings of stoplight muscle. At the top of the Ford Blue mill, functional ram air feeds a correctly painted and decaled air cleaner that's sealed onto a big Holley carburetor. At the sides of that carburetor, finned aluminum valve covers shade restored exhaust manifolds. In front of those manifolds, a correct points distributor sequences fire through High Temp cables. Below those wires, reproduction Autolite hoses circulate water through era-correct screw clamps and a tagged Ford radiator. And the factory smog system remains adding an increased level of detail and value!
RESTORATION-FRESH, TOP AND BOTTOM
Park this pony on a lift and you'll find solid, Red Oxide floors that are founded on a factory-correct chassis. The original C6 3-speed automatic transmission spins a correct 9-inch axle. That drivetrain rides a fully restored suspension that's augmented with factory power steering. Factory power front disc and rear drum brakes provide smooth stops. At the center of the car, aluminized exhaust funnels spent gases through an H-pipe crossover and rowdy Flowmaster mufflers. And power meets the pavement through polished Shelby wheels, which spin F60-15 Goodyear Polyglas GTs.
IT'S ALL ABOUT THE CONTRAST
Between the doors, a correct Black Clarion Knit vinyl interior mixes a correct combination of Hi-Back and Sport Deck seats with enough style to swerve down the red carpet. In front of those seats, a Carroll Shelby-autographed dash plants an 8,000 RPM tachometer and a 140 MPH speedometer above factory air conditioning and upfitted Sony audio. Below that dash, a factory console floats a traditional shifter and small accessory gauges on plush carpet that's protected by red-trimmed mats. Wood-trimmed door panels are a great complement to a tight headliner and deluxe seatbelts. And in front of the driver, an upfitted Rim Blow Steering Wheel laps a correct Tilt-Away column.
There are few cars that have the kind of attitude and presence of classic Shelby Mustangs. Documented, registry-listed and fully restored, this 1969 GT500 drives and sounds every bit as good as it looks. If you've always wanted to own the ultimate Ford muscle car, here's your chance!
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HIGHLIGHTS
* The beneficiary of a detailed, ground-up restoration * Listed in the Shelby Registry * 428 cubic inch Cobra Jet V8 * C6 3-speed automatic transmission * Factory air conditioning * Power steering * Power front disc and rear drum brakes * Factory color combination * Candyapple Red paint * Black Clarion Knit vinyl interior * Correct 15-inch Shelby wheels * Correct Ford 9-inch rear axle * Framed Marti Auto Works Elite Report * Documented in SAAC Shelby Registry * All RK Motors vehicles receive a comprehensive, multi-point inspection * We can arrange shipment of your purchase anywhere in the world

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1969 Ford Mustang GT500 is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Charlotte by Donald Berard for $124900.

 

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Car type : Car Make : Ford Model : Mustang Model Version : GT500 Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1969 Location : Charlotte

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About Ford
Ford, founded in 1902, has arguably changed the history of automotive world more than any other car manufacturer by introducing the first people's car Model T in 1908. They had produced more than 15 million cars by the end of the production in 1927, by which T had become obsolete.

Ford launched the first low priced V8 engine powered car in 1932. 1932 V8 was an instant hit with superior handling and performance to many far more expansive cars of the day. No wonder 32 V8 Ford has become such a favourite among hot rodders around the world with 32 Deuce coupe as their icon.

During the war Ford completely shut down civilian vehicle production to dedicate all its resources to the Allied war efforts (1942-45) They used to build B-24 bombers, aircraft engines, jeeps, M-4 tanks, military trucks and Bren-gun carriers and more than 30,000 super-charged Rolls Royce Merlin V-12 engines for Mosquito and Lancaster bombers as well as P-51 Mustang fighters. After the war Ford cars in the USA got bigger and flashier along with their competitors. In the 60's Ford was back in the forefront again when introducing their commercial hit Mustang in 1964. Mustang was so popular the competition had to follow Ford's example and the ponycar phenomenon took over the US. Over the years the ponies grew some muscles until the oil crisis kill finally killed them off.

In the sixties Ford rushed into international motor sports scene with a fury. After unsuccessful Ferrari takeover, when Enzo Ferrari had cut the deal off with Henry Ford II making the latter absolutely boil with fury, Ford turned to Lola in UK to produce a Ferrari beating long distance racer after. The collaboration between Ford and Lola created the mighty Ford GT40 that absolutely beat Ferrari in Le Mans 24 numerous times.

In Europe, Ford introduced some of the most epic race and rally cars of the 60's based on humble family sedans; Cortina GT, Lotus Cortina, Escort Twin Cam, and Escort 1600RS with the iconic Cosworth BDA engines.

Today classic Fords are extremely popular with enthusiasts and a great selection of classic Fords can be found for sale at www.ClassicDigest.com