Launched in April 1964, the Ford Mustang got here customary with a six-cylinder engine rated at 105 horsepower. Nonetheless, the choices record included a few V8 models that put it into 200-horsepower territory. The range-topping 289-cubic-inch (4.7-liter) HiPo mill, for example, despatched 271 horses to the rear wheels. However Ford took issues up a notch in 1965.
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That is when the primary Mustang designed by Carroll Shelby arrived in showrooms. I am speaking in regards to the iconic GT350, which debuted as a track-ready pony that was lighter and notably stronger than the common ‘Stang. Sporting the HiPo Okay-code engine topped by a four-barrel Holley carburetor, the GT350 had 306 horsepower at its disposal.The recipe was profitable, and the nameplate remained in manufacturing by way of 1969, when Ford and Carroll parted methods. Some left-over automobiles had been bought in the course of the 1970 mannequin yr. With 7,104 models constructed over 5 mannequin years (together with prototypes and race automobiles), the GT350 is a comparatively uncommon and extremely fascinating traditional.And whereas there is not any scarcity of restored examples at public public sale occasions, extremely unique survivors are exhausting to come back by. Earlier this month I confirmed you a uncommon 1965 model that spent a long time in storage. It was unearthed in comparatively good situation and showcased at Amelia Concours d’Magnificence. The 1967 model you see right here will not be as scarce and does not show notable weathering, however it’s one of many most interesting GT350 survivors on the market.Arguably probably the most hanging feat is the situation of the Lime Gold paint. Described as “unique,” the coating nonetheless shines and it seems to be incredible save for a couple of chips and scratches. Granted, it might have gotten a couple of touch-ups right here and there, however it’s nonetheless spectacular for a automotive that is greater than 50 years previous.The inside can be reportedly unique; the photographs present minimal put on and tear. On prime of that, all of the trim and gear are in the correct locations. As you’ll have already guessed, the Mustang is as unique as they get below the hood as effectively. This GT350 nonetheless packs the unique 289 V8 and three-speed automated gearbox. The advert goes on to say that the carburetor, distributor, and radiator shell are additionally unique.How is that this attainable? Effectively, this automotive has almost certainly been pampered since day one. It hasn’t been with the identical proprietor because it was new, however it spent the final 50 years in the identical household. The odometer offers yet one more trace that this Shelby wasn’t pushed all that a lot: it reveals solely 70,035 miles (112,710 km).It is also a comparatively uncommon rig. Shelby produced 1,201 GT350s in 1967, and 26 of them had the coupe physique model. So this Lime Inexperienced survivor is one among 1,175 fastbacks bought that yr. Situated in Saint Ann, Missouri, the GT350 comes with a $149,900 sticker. Sure, it isn’t precisely a cut price, however the 1967 GT350s have modified fingers for far more than that in recent times. The document sits at $575,000 as of this writing. Test it out within the video beneath, and let me know if this Mustang is price $150K.