6S1341 - On Bring A Trailer

[silverton_ford]

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1966-ford-mustang-223/

This 1966 Shelby Mustang GT350 was sold new by Nagle Ford in Rochester, New York, and was purchased by the seller's father from the original owner in 1984. After the car failed a New York state inspection in 2000 due to underbody rust, the seller's father placed it in storage in his garage, where it remained until his passing in 2018. A 289ci V8 and four-speed manual transmission remain fitted, and the car retains its original color combination of blue with white stripes over a black interior. Additional equipment includes a four-barrel Holley carburetor, aluminum 10-spoke wheels, and a fold-down rear seat. This non-running GT350 project is now offered by the seller on behalf of his father's estate with its original owner identification card, an owner's manual, a spare door, and transferable New York registration.

The exterior is finished in Sapphire Blue and features Wimbledon White Le Mans stripes and white side stripes with "G.T. 350" script. Exterior features include a steel-framed fiberglass hood with a scoop, functional brake-cooling scoops on the rear quarter panels, and plexiglass rear quarter windows. Rust is noted on the lower doors, rocker panels, and lower front fenders, as shown in the photo gallery below along with other areas of corrosion. The seller also notes two dents in the rear taillight panel, as well as wear in the chrome finish on the bumpers and rear emblem. A spare driver's door from a 1965-66 Mustang is included in the sale.

Aluminum 14″ wheels were optional for 1966 Shelby Mustangs and here wear older BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires. A matching spare is retained in the trunk and wears a Goodyear Blue Streak tire. The GT350's braking system incorporates Kelsey-Hayes discs up front, along with larger rear drums than standard Mustang models. The seller notes that the brake pedal is frozen.

The cabin is trimmed in black knit vinyl over the front bucket seats and optional fold-down rear seat. The black carpeting has degraded in areas of the front footwells and behind the front seats. Lap belts are in place for all four occupants.

A three-spoke steering wheel is retained but exhibits a gap in the rim. Instrumentation includes a 140-mph speedometer flanked by gauges for fuel level, oil pressure, amperage, and coolant temperature. A Shelby 9k-rpm tachometer is retained on top of the dash above an AM radio. The five-digit odometer shows 95k miles.

The 289ci HiPo V8 features a Holley 715CFM four-barrel carburetor and is mated to a four-speed manual transmission. The car has not been started since 2000, and the engine and other components will require mechanical attention before the car can be returned to the road.

Underbody rust includes holes in the floorboards and frame rails, and additional closeups of the corrosion are provided in the gallery below.

The owner identification card lists the original selling dealer as Nagle Ford in Rochester, New York. An entry for the car in the 1997 Shelby American Automobile Club Registry is shown in the gallery below, as is an included GT350 owner's manual.

[Greg]

It is going to take some love but it will be a nice car when done.  I wonder if it still has its original/born with drive train?

[Don Johnston]

Replacement Shelby VIN tag that is smaller than original with rivet hole exposed.  Where is original tag?

[Kent]

you have good eyes, I also thought it looks wrong.

[shelbymann1970]

If you look at the pics of the car  it has SAAC stickers on it so it is probably a known car to Howard? I wonder if the numbers have been verified? Hopefully the seller will or has done that. Gary

[CharlesTurner]

Replacement Shelby VIN tag that is smaller than original with rivet hole exposed.  Where is original tag?

Probably corroded beyond recognition and no longer legible based on what the rest of the car looks like.

[silverton_ford]

I found a picture of the car in the Shelby American - volume 5, issue 4.

[557]

NOT for the faint on heart.......

[corbins]

53k with 5 days to go.... wow! Without significant bracing , that car won't survive rotisserie  mounting , never mind an acid dip . Gonna take a big wallet to bring this one back.... but someone is obviously willing to try

[pbf777]

Without significant bracing , that car won't survive rotisserie  mounting , never mind an acid dip .

     If it gets' loaded on the tail of the transporter and a bumpy ride a significant portion might be missing upon delivery!       

     Scott.

[Don Johnston]

Three rolls of duck tape, some 2x4s and lots of rope should do it!  Oh, and broom and dust pan for following support vehicle crew.

When it gets restored, the story of the process would be interesting.

[427hunter]

The best way to handle this project would be to get a rust free 66 SJ built mustang coupe and basically hang the Shelby body and numbers on the roller.  Otherwise you will end up with a Ricksha 

[CSX 4133]

Looking at the pictures I mentally tabulate the hours, days and month's on just what is needed repair wise just based on a few pictures. A first hand visit of the Shelby would be the best way to assess the extent of damage and determine the best course of action.

I have a feeling, as in most rusty cars, we are only seeing the "tip of the iceberg" on this one.

[BGlover67]

Here is the answer to saving this fine automobile.

[Corey Bowcutt]

Here is the answer to saving this fine automobile.

Hilarious Brian!