1968 Ford Shelby GT500 Convertible

EXTERIOR COLOR

Lime Gold / Black Convertible Top

INTERIOR COLOR

Black

Model History

The 1968 Ford Shelby GT500 Convertible embodied the height of performance and style in the golden era of American muscle cars. Created under Carroll Shelby’s legendary partnership with Ford, the GT500 was designed to combine aggressive power with open-air driving excitement, making it one of the most desirable Mustangs of its time. Its bold styling featured a sculpted fiberglass nose, functional hood scoops, and signature side stripes, leaving no doubt about its racing pedigree.

At its heart was the formidable 428-cubic-inch “Cobra Jet” V8 engine, delivering explosive horsepower and immense torque. This engine, paired with Shelby’s performance tuning, gave the GT500 the raw speed and authority that enthusiasts craved, while still maintaining drivability for everyday roads. The convertible configuration added an extra layer of exclusivity, appealing to drivers who wanted both high-performance thrills and the leisure of top-down motoring.

Inside, the GT500 offered a balance of sport and refinement, with high-back bucket seats, wood-grain trim, and Shelby’s iconic Cobra badging throughout the cabin. Produced in very limited numbers, the 1968 Shelby GT500 Convertible remains a rare and coveted classic. It symbolizes the fusion of American muscle, innovative engineering, and the charisma of Carroll Shelby’s performance legacy.

Brief Description

This 1968 Shelby GT500 convertible is one of the finest Shelbys in existence, fully restored to concours standards with every detail correct — from the Lime Gold paint and black interior to the undercarriage finishes. The restoration includes factory wheels with rare original Shelby hubcaps and correct Goodyear tires. Under the hood is the legendary 428 cubic inch Police Interceptor V8, as documented by the Marti Report, delivering the performance that made the GT500 an icon.

Only a small number of GT500 convertibles were built with this color, engine, and top combination, making it a highly desirable and rare example.

Factory Features Include:

428 Police Interceptor V8
Black power convertible top with glass backlite
Power steering & power disc brakes
Shoulder harnesses
Extra cooling package
Visibility group
AM radio
Interior décor group
Tachometer & trip odometer

This GT500 has earned the MCA Triple Crown, with Gold awards from the Mustang Club of America, Shelby American Automobile Club, and the MCA Grand National — a distinction that demands absolute factory correctness in every nut, bolt, finish, and component. Fewer than 30 Shelby GTs are known to have achieved this honor, placing this car in an elite group among the most accurately restored Shelbys in existence.