1968 FORD MUSTANG GT500 "ELEANOR"
1968 FORD MUSTANG GT500 "ELEANOR"
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1968 FORD MUSTANG GT500 "ELEANOR"
High Bidder: Strither
Current Bid: $72,500 (USD)
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End Date:
Location:
Las Vegas, Nevada 89118
Seller:
Engine:
351ci V8
Transmission:
Automatic
Odometer:
56,800 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
8F01C215102
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
61183660
Location:
Las Vegas, Nevada 89118
Seller:
Engine:
351ci V8
Transmission:
Automatic
Odometer:
56,800 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
8F01C215102
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
61183660
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OVERVIEW
This 1968 Ford Mustang GT500 "Eleanor" is powered by a modified 351 Windsor V8 mated to a four-speed T10 manual transmission. Finished in gray with black racing stripes over a custom Black Alcantara Italian suede interior, this Eleanor tribute is now offered by the selling dealer with a clear title.
Highlights
- Modeled after "Eleanor" from the film "Gone in 60 Seconds" (2000)
- Rotisserie build complete in 2024 with all-new hardware
- Recipient of a coupe-to -fastback conversion
- 85 percent of the sheet metal is new within the last six months
- "Go Baby Go" button shift knob
- One-inch drop in front suspension
- Bluetooth RetroSound stereo system
Ownership History
- Offered by a dealer
- Current location: Nevada
EXTERIOR
- Gray paint with black racing stripes
- Hood pins
- Urethane front bumper
- "Shelby GT500" badging
- Dual chrome side mirrors
- Driving lights
Updates
- New
- Doors
- Fenders
- Roof
- Floor
- Quarter panels
- Rear inner structure
- Steel "Eleanor" hood
- Fiberglass trunk with metal frame
WHEELS AND TIRES
- Staggered-width HB45 alloy wheels
- Shelby center caps
- 17x7-inch front
- 17x8-inch rear
- Staggered-width Lionhart radial tires
- 225/45 front
- 245/45 rear
INTERIOR
- Black Alcantara Italian suede upholstery
- Bucket seats
- Custom center console
- Power steering
- "Go Baby Go" shift knob
- Center console-mounted Hurst manual shifter
- RetroSound stereo
- AM/FM
- Bluetooth compatible
INSTRUMENTS
- Gauges
- 120-mph speedometer
- Oil pressure
- Temperature
- Alternator
- Fuel
- Odometer shows 56,775 miles
- True mileage unknown
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
Engine
- 351 Windsor V8
- Four-barrel Holley Brawler 650cfm carburetor
- High-performance polished high-rise intake manifold
- Polished valve covers
- Polished timing cover
- Chrome alternator
- Three-row aluminum radiator
- Chrome overflow reservoir
- Comp Cams Xtreme Energy camshaft
- Hydraulic roller rockers
- MSD ignition system
- Summit distributor
- Hedman headers
- Billet hood hinges and engine bay
Transmission
- Four-speed T10 manual
Service History Highlights
- New
- Power steering slave cylinder
- Steering column
- Power steering pump
- Steering box
- Alternator
- Radiator
UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST
- Eight-inch differential
- 3.29 gears
- Power four-wheel disc brakes
- Wilwood brake calipers and master cylinder
- Dual side-exit exhaust system
Service History Highlights
- New
- Brake lines and discs
- Front and rear suspension system
- Driveshaft
- E-brake system
- Differential fully serviced
KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS
- This 1968 Ford Mustang GT500 is said to be free from any substantial imperfections
VIDEO
- Seller has included a video that shows a walkaround inspection
Is this considered a Kit car where road legal registration is restricted? Or can this car be road legal in all states?
Is the suspension system stock components? If not, what was used? Are the stripes painted on or a vinyl kit?
@jabales – How can payment be made? ...
If you have a successful winning bid, payment can be made by wire transfer, cashiers check, cash in person, or Cypto Currency though the Bitpay app. Thank you
How can payment be made?
BID: $72,500
@Aurelio – Why was the 351 used? What is the current horsepower? ...
351 V8 was used as a good everyday engine for this build and makes approx. 400 HP
BID: $71,610
The car has good look from outside but has all the old parts and older technology on inside!!
BID: $70,000
BID: $69,161
Why was the 351 used? What is the current horsepower?
@Fastman – On the initisl Start Up the engine Sound there is not Normal Slight knocking ? ...
There is no knock on the engine, it is a freshly rebuilt engine will all new parts. The car is mechanically sound. You are welcome to come and inspect it or send in a third party inspection service. Thank you and let me know if you have any further questions or concerns.
On the initisl Start Up the engine Sound there is not Normal Slight knocking ?
Hello folks, thanks for viewing our beautiful GT500... Let me know if you have any questions.
BID: $55,555
BID: $50,000