1969 Shelby GT350 Convertible
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Mileage
79,000 Miles
Year
1969
Transmission
Manual (4-Speed)
Drivetrain
RWD
Motor
351 Windsor V8
Stock Number:
GTS10041
This 1969 Shelby GT350 Convertible is an exceptionally rare example, documented as a one-of-one car in its configuration. According to the information accompanying the car, only 14 GT350 Convertibles were produced with the combination of a factory four-speed manual transmission and factory air conditioning, placing this Shelby among the rarest examples of the model. Finished in factory Code T Candy Apple Red with a white convertible top, it was originally sold through Gotham Ford and retains its original Shelby identification tags.
The car has outstanding provenance and documentation, including Deluxe and framed Elite Marti Reports, original owner's manuals, original invoice, original window sticker, period literature, extensive restoration and service receipts, and additional historical material. Adding further distinction, this specific car was selected as the cover car for the current 1969–1970 SAAC Shelby Registry, an impressive recognition of its presentation and significance.
Finished in its factory Code T Candy Apple Red, the paint presents beautifully with exceptional depth, gloss, and clarity. The red exterior is complemented by white Shelby striping and a white power convertible top that presents as new, creating a striking and quintessential late-1960s Shelby color combination.
The chrome, brightwork, trim, and exterior details have been restored to an exceptionally high standard. The car also retains its original fiberglass components, which remain in excellent condition without significant checking or cracking.
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The body retains its original metal panels and original Shelby fiberglass, providing an exceptional foundation for the restoration. Original factory spot welds remain visible in important areas, and the trunk, aprons, decklid, and underside demonstrate the car's remarkable structural integrity. The trunk is highly detailed and even retains its original trunk mat along with the proper spare tire and jack equipment.
The car rides on beautifully restored wheels wrapped in brand-new, correct F60-15 Goodyear Polyglas GT tires. The suspension and steering systems have received extensive attention, including tie-rod ends, ball joints, power steering components, hoses, and related hardware, resulting in a Shelby that drives as impressively as it presents.
Under the hood sits the 351 Windsor V8 paired with the desirable factory four-speed manual transmission. The engine compartment is exceptionally well detailed with proper factory markings, stamps, restored exhaust manifolds, and correct finishes throughout.
Mechanical restoration and sorting have been performed with a strong emphasis on drivability. The car features a recently installed Scott Fuller reproduction exhaust system from front to rear, restored exhaust manifolds, serviced suspension and steering systems, and extensive mechanical attention. It starts easily, maintains excellent oil pressure, settles into a smooth idle, and has been road-tested at highway speeds with excellent road manners.
The restored interior presents beautifully and includes the desirable factory four-speed, factory air conditioning, functioning gauges, tachometer, clock, stereo system, tilt-away steering column, and power antenna. The convertible top operates properly and presents as new, while the sequential lighting system and other electrical components have been thoroughly sorted and function as intended.
The cabin has been restored with the same attention to detail found throughout the rest of the car. Carroll Shelby's autograph provides an additional special touch to an already exceptionally rare and significant GT350.
This 1969 Shelby GT350 Convertible represents an extraordinary opportunity to acquire a documented one-of-one example finished in factory Candy Apple Red with a white convertible top. Combining a factory four-speed manual transmission with factory air conditioning—reportedly one of only 14 GT350 Convertibles produced with that combination—this Shelby offers exceptional rarity along with outstanding presentation and drivability. Extensive documentation, original body and fiberglass components, and its selection as the cover car for the current 1969–1970 SAAC Shelby Registry further distinguish it. Fully restored, extensively sorted, and ready to enjoy, this is a centerpiece-quality Shelby for a serious collection.
