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Although this basic powerplant continued to power the GT500 with modifications through 1970, stylists ensured that the Shelby GTs retained their own unique identities. For 1968, the GT500 was comprehensively updated with an aggressive new front-end treatment including a lengthened hood line, air scoops and louvered cooling vents, while a neatly integrated rear spoiler was added, as well as revised head and tail lamps, with the rear units being from the 1965 Thunderbird. Inside, a neatly covered roll bar with inertia-reel shoulder belts was added, and for the first time, handsome convertible variants of both the GT350 and the top-line GT500 appeared.

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1968 Shelby GT 500 Convertible - sold for $151,250 According to its accompanying Marti Report, this 1968 Shelby GT 500 Convertible is one of just 17 examples with an Acapulco Blue exterior finish and Ginger interior combination. It was built on January 23, 1968 and delivered to the original selling dealer, Healy Ford Center of Edmonton, Alberta, who sold the car to its original owner for $5,000. In addition to the powerful 428 V8 engine, it was equipped with a heavy-duty C-6 automatic trans... more
Gallery: 2010 RM Automobiles of Amelia Island Auction

1968 Shelby GT500 Convertible - sold for $104,500 Delivered new by Jack Loftus Ford Inc. of Hinsdale, Illinois, this 1968 GT500 was, according to the Marti Report, originally finished in red with a saddle interior and white convertible top, the way it is presented today. The matching numbers 428-cu. in., 360-hp V8 drives the rear wheels, backed by a rare and desirable factory-installed Toploader four-speed transmission. Benefiting from proper storage and maintenance as part of a private co... more
Gallery: 2010 Vintage Cars of Meadow Book by RM Auctions

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