1968 shelby GT500KR Convertible, Black over Black, Concours Triple Crown Winner

1968 Shelby GT500KR KR for sale in Pacific Palisades, California, United States

Condition: Used
Item location: Pacific Palisades, California, United States
Make: Shelby
Model: GT500KR
SubModel: KR
Type: Convertible
Year: 1968
Mileage: 72,200
VIN: 8T03R201836-02524
Color: Black
Fuel: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Drive type: RWD
Interior color: Black
Options: Convertible
Vehicle Title: Clear
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Description for Shelby GT500KR 1968

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1968 shelby GT500KR Convertible, lack over Black, oncours Triple Crown Winner

1968 Shelby GT500KR #02524is the American Pharoah of the automotive world. This thoroughbred is finished in stunning Raven Black over Black, ne of only 6% of total KR Convertible production or 33 cars. Add to that the quality of her restoration, ot just concours gold winning, ut one of only a handful that have earned the Shelby Concours Triple Crown:


• 2012 Mustang Club of America, rovidence, hode Island National Show, oncours Trailered Gold Award
• 2012 Shelby American Automobile Club, atkins Glen, ew York, oncours Gold-Div 2
• 2012 Team Shelby, ulsa, klahoma, eritage Gold Award - Concours Heritage Class

The quality of her condidition compliments her pedigree.

" # 2524 is one of the finest examples of a restored Shelby anywhere. You will be hard pressed to find a more historically accurate car anywhere. If you ever wanted to experience what a new 1968 Shelby was like, his is a rare opportunity to own the very best. That's not my opinion, ut rather the opinion of the most knowledgeable Shelby people in the world." -Peter Disher, ka the Coralsnake and SAAC Concours Judge

In 2012, 524 underwent a full rotisserie restoration by Tim Lea, ne of the most well regarded restorers within the Shelby American Automobile Club (SAAC) community. The 428 Cobra Jet big-block V-8 engine, ated 8B5 (or February 5, 968) a few months before the build date of the car,and VIN stamped C-6 automatic transmission were completely rebuilt to original factory specifications. Shehas been driven approximately 3,100 miles since 2012, ostly to local shows and events in the Los Angeles area. In addition, 2524 was featured in a recent Ford family wedding.

Retired from competition, ccasional driving does results in slight patina, rimarily within the engine bay and undercarriage. Minorwear to plated and bare metal componentsis to be expected and is regularly detailed to maintain the factory finish.

She is rare, ne of 518 GT500KR's produced. Then there is desirable, aven Black over Black Décor interior, ffset by a white power convertible top and white rocker panel stripes, ertainly stirs the soul. After that of course is excellent, ither in restoration detail or quality of preservation. And finally, here is provenance, vehicle's history and pedigree within the enthusiast community. A car possessing any two of these traits would be a solid addition to a private collection, aving all three makes this Shelby a must have for any serious collector.

Call 847-838-3749 or Email pat@showyourauto.com for more information!
Exterior Description

Raven Black body works shines like an obsidian mirror. All body gaps and body panel alignment are better than the factory could do in 1968. All the fiberglass work is also original to the car. FIt and finish of the paint and body is superior to most any other example currently available on the market. You will notice that the car is photographed with both vintage Good Year polyglas tires and modern radials. The car can be fitted with one or the other at the buyer's option as a condition of sale.


Interior Description

The interioris in absolute factory OE condition. Restored to concours specifications, er interior trim looks and feels new. Hard to find wear items such as the steering wheel and shifter handle are likewise restored to showroom condition.

She was factory ordered new with White Power Convertible Top with Glass Blacklight, T Equipment Group, isibility Group, ower Steering, ower Front Disc Brakes, ilt-away Steering Column, M Radio, nterior Decor Group, achometer and Trip Odometer. Every acccessory works.


Engine Bay Description

Engine bay also presents as factory equipped. She is driven occassionally, o it is natural to see a mild patina soften the plated and bare metal finishes. During a recent concours detailing, ll these surfaces were cleaned and any factory labels that displayed wear, uch as the DR sticker on the shock tower, ere replaced with fresh ones. When you are looking for a fine collectible, t isn't just how recent the restoration it is, t is how quality of the work done and how well maintained the vehicle is once it is completed. This one offers the best in workmanship and OE detail, ith an owner who knows how to keep it in near showroom condition.


Chassis Description

Retired from "Concours Trailer Queen"competition, hebeen driven approximately 3,100 miles since 2012, ostly to local shows and events in the Los Angeles area. Occasional drivingdoes resultin minor wear and tear, rimarily within the engine bay and undercarriage as you might expect. But meticulous detailing after each outing and a deep detail at the end driving season has allowed this Shelby KR to enjoythe exhilaration of the open road, hile maintaining her concours pedigree. The current owner has just recently performed a concours detail, leaning all plated and bare metal parts topreserve their factory finish.

Genuinely rare, minently beautiful, oncours correct, nd a Shelby you can drive- Owning thisGT500KR will certainly grant you the title,King of the Road. This car has been recently inspected by independent 3rd party on behalf of ShowYourAuto LLC. Copies of that report as well as the Marti Report are available upon request.


Year1968Displacement428 Cobra Jet
MakeShelbyTransmissionAutomatic Floor Shift
ModelGT500KRGearsC6 Automatic
Price$235,000Rear EndTrack-Lok
LocationPacific Palisades, AFinal Drive3.50:1
Odometer72,200DrivetrainRear-wheel Drive
VIN8T03R201836-02524Body TypeConvertible
Engine HP335Exterior ColorRaven Black and White Top
Cylinders8Interior ColorBlack
Factory OptionsAdded Accessories
White Power Convertible Top w/ Glass Backlite
GT Equipment Group
Visibility Group
Power Steering
Power Front Disc Brakes
Tilt-away Steering Column
AM Radio
Interior Décor Group
Tachometer and Trip Odometer

Patrick Krook, wner, how Your Auto LLC
Phone: (847) 838-3749
Email Me: pat@showyourauto.com
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Terms of Sale
This vehicle is offered for sale locally, YA reserves the right to end the auction at any time. SYA is NOT a dealer, his is a Private Party Sale. All Vehicle description/statements as well as verbal statements made by SYA, ave come directly from the Seller and are accepted as reliable. The current Seller has reviewed and approved the content of this ad. SYA's only obligation with regard this ad and photos is to bring the high bidder and seller together. As the Buyer, ou have the right to a Pre-Purchase Inspection. All vehicles are sold "as is", here is. 10% deposit due SYA within 24hours of Auction end. Balance within 10 days or satisfactory inspection, hichever is first. All payments are payable in certified funds only, efined as bank wire, ash in person or cashiers check. In the event the Pre-Purchase Inspection yields that Seller has materially misrepresented the vehicle, eposits are refundable within the 10 day inspection period. Click Here for Complete Bidding Guidelines and Terms of Sale.
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