1965 Shelby GT350
- Engine
- 4.7L (289 cu in) V8, 306 bhp, paired with Borg-Warner T10 four-speed manual
- Colour
- Wimbledon White with Guardsman Blue stripes
Chassis SFM 5S363 is a 1965 Shelby GT350 finished in Wimbledon White with Guardsman Blue stripes. Following a comprehensive rotisserie restoration by Paul's Engineering of Ohio — tallying over 1,300 hours — the car was campaigned at four judged concours events between 1996 and 1998, earning top honours at each. The 289 cubic-inch engine and all major mechanical assemblies were rebuilt to show standards; the car has since been stored in a climate-controlled environment.
Ownership
- —Auction saleSold US$357,000
Competition
- 1996SAAC1996 SAAC National MeetSilver Award
Held at Lime Rock; part of a run of four consecutive podium results at judged shows.
- 1997National Mustang Grand National1997 Oklahoma National Mustang Grand NationalGold Award
First of two consecutive Gold Awards at national-level judged events.
- 1998SAAC1998 Michigan National SAAC MeetGold Award
Final show appearance before the car was retired from competition and placed in heated storage.
- —Regional Indiana Shelby MeetJudge's Choice
One of four judged show appearances following restoration; exact year not stated but occurred after the restoration concluded.
Maintenance & restoration
- —RestorationPaul's Engineering
Full rotisserie restoration to concours standards consuming more than 1,300 labour hours, covering the engine, transmission, brakes, rear-end assembly, and suspension, as well as bodywork with factory-correct undercarriage details including period-accurate primer, overspray, and chalk markings.
Paul's Engineering is described as a noted Mustang and Shelby specialist based in Ohio.
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