We know what you’re thinking. “Wow, this is a rare Grabber Yellow (1 of 18) 1969 Shelby GT500!” Yes, you’re right, but what could make this ride even more righteous? That’s right, this puppy was owned by the man himself, Mr. Carroll Shelby!

The current owner purchased the car directly from Carroll Shelby and has spent the last ten years restoring this GT500 back to showroom condition.  We’re not sure how somebody could part ways with such a rare gem (oh yeah, it’s called money), but Mecum Auctions will have it up for bid Monterey in August.

Under the hood is a 428 Cobra Jet V-8 engine, and it’s mated to a four-speed transmission (all numbers matching with documentation, of course).  The odometer reportedly reads only 4,317 miles, so this ride must be in stellar condition.

So what’s your guess on how much this bad-boy will fetch?  This is a righteous ride on its own, but add to that the fact that it was actually owned by Mr. Shelby and has undergone a meticulous restoration, leads us to believe this GT500 will fetch about $200 – $300K .

Specs at a glance:

• 1 of 18 in Grabber Yellow

• 1 of 3 with a 3.50 Traction-Lock rear end

• 10 year, complete nut & bolt restoration

• Signed California release of liability by Mr. Shelby

• Many OEM original factory parts used in restoration

• Restored as close as possible to showroom condition

• 4,317 miles on odometer

by Rides(dot)com on 30 Jul

Hyperloop Overview

Let’s start with a general overview of the Hyperloop train or “Hyperloop Alpha” as it has been dubbed.  Billionaire, Elon Musk, refers to his Hyperloop concept as the “fifth mode of transportation”, superceded by cars, airplanes, trains, and boats.  The system would consist of a solar powered, high-speed transit system that would be elevated above ground.   The Hyperloop could potentially reach speeds of nearly 800 mph, getting passengers from Los Angeles to San Francisco in about 30 minutes. The Hyperloop would carry passengers in aluminum pods located inside of large, steel tubes.  The tubes would be mounted to elevated columns spaced about 150 to 300 feet apart and have the capability of transporting people as well as cars.

Hyperloop Advantages

So what are the real advantages of the Hyperloop over existing modes of transportation and the high speed rail system currently underway between L.A. and San Francisco?  According to Musk, the Hyperloop is best suited for travel between cities which are less than 1,000 miles apart where traffic is a concern.  In comparison to air travel, riders of the Hyperloop could avoid long check-in times as well as the seemingly endless waits on the tarmac.

Compared to California’s high speed rail system, cost and speed are the major benefits.  The cost to construct the high speed rail system which commences in Summer 2013 is estimated at $70 billion.  Musk believes that the actual cost could exceed $100 billion when it’s all said and done.  The high speed rail system will also be much slower than the Hyperloop while taking about 2 hours to travel between Los Angeles and San Francisco.  Musk believes the cost of the Hyperloop would be around $6 billion, about one-tenth the cost of the high speed rail system, with construction being located right along side the I-5 Freeway.  Passengers would only pay $20 per ride, making it much cheaper than planes, trains, or automobiles.  In theory, the Hyperloop could transport up to 7.4 million people per year between San Francisco and Los Angeles.

Next Steps

As a very active, and perhaps over committed CEO of both Tesla Motors and SpaceX, Musk will likely not have much time to devote to the development of the Hyperloop concept.  His hope is that other parties will take over the reins of this project to bring it to fruition.  However, if there isn’t much interest, he might just go ahead and do it himself.  I think we all know he is fully capable of pulling off a game changing project such as the Hyperloop.

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* Dine in DeVine

Thursday, August 15, 2013

5:30 Cocktail hour

6:30 Dinner

*   Russo and Steele’s  13th Annual Sports and Muscle

Auction

Thursday, August 15, 2013:  5:00 pm to 10:00 pm – Auction starts promptly at 5:00 pm

Location:  Downtown Monterey

* Pebble Beach Tour d’Elegance Presented by Rolex

Thursday, August 15, 2013

7:00 am to 8:00 am – cars line up near Collins Field in Pebble Beach

8:30 am – Tour departs, tracing portions of 17-Mile Drive and nearby scenic roads

11:30 to 12:00 Noon – Tour arrives in Carmel-by-the-Sea

12:00 Noon to 2:00 pm – Cars are displayed on Ocean Avenue

2:00 pm to 2:30 pm – Tour returns to Pebble Beach

* RM Auction

Thursday, August 15, 2013

Portola Hotel & Spa and Monterey Conference Center

2 Portola Plaza

Monterey , California   93940

*  Mecum Muscle Cars & More LIVE on Discovery’s Velocity Network

Thursday, August 15, 2013

Hyatt Regency Resort and Spa on Del Monte Golf Course

1 Old Golf Course Road

Monterey, CA 93940

Admission:  all Buyers, Sellers and Spectators are welcome to attend Mecum’s Monterey Auction.  Vehicle preview area may be reserved for registered bidders only.

*  Browns Classic Auto Reception

1965 BD5 on display and first ever preview of footage from Addison Brown’s upcoming reality TV show “Hot Rods ‘n Heels.”

Thursday, August 15, 2013   Time:  1:00pm to 4:00pm

Location:  5 Custom House Plaza,  Monterey

Admission:  Media Event Only

*  First Annual World Class Automotive Film & Arts Festival

Thursday, August 15, 2013   Time: Check Website for times

Location:  Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey

Admission:  Check Website for prices

* Bonhams Quail Lodge Auction

Thursday, August 15, 2013   Time: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Location:  Quail Lodge & Golf Club, Carmel Valley, California

Admission:  Entry Packages:

1. Spectator Package: $20 – includes entry for 1 person and a Gallery Guide pamphlet.

2. Bidder Registration Package: $80 – includes entry for 2 people, 1 complete Auction Catalog, bidder registration.

3. VIP Entry Package: $150 – entry for 2 people, 1 complete Auction Catalog, bidder pre-registration, reserved seating, selection of food and beverages.

Friday 8/16-

Test Drive

• 3-to-5 mile road test to measure the overall roadworthiness of the vehicle
• Multiple inspection points cover acceleration, transmission, shifting, braking, fluid levels, handling and more

Mechanical Inspection

• Essential mechanical and other non-mechanical components of the vehicle
• Multiple inspection points cover battery, engine components, transmission and more

Visual Inspection

• Thorough visual check that looks at the exterior and interior components
• Multiple inspection points cover panels, carpet, chrome, rust, glass and more

Vehicle Photos & Inspector Notes

• Full-color photos taken by the inspector at the time of the inspection
• Multiple vehicle photos from every angle to give buyers a 360 degree look of the vehicle
• Inspector notes and additional photos to document any potential areas of concern that a buyer will want to know, making for a more transparent transaction when it’s time to buy

Pre-Sale Inspections

Make a quicker sale with a smoother negotiation when you offer a Pre-Sale Inspection Report.

The inspection package includes the following components to help you lay it all on the line and gain buyer confidence:

Test Drive

• 3-to-5 mile road test to measure the overall roadworthiness of the vehicle
• Multiple inspection points cover acceleration, shifting, braking, fluid leaks, handling and more
• Vehicle can be driven by the inspector with you as the passenger, or if you prefer, you can drive while following instructions from the inspector

Mechanical & Visual Inspection Report

• Essential mechanical and other non-mechanical components of the vehicle
• Thorough visual check that looks at the exterior and interior components
• Multiple inspection points cover battery, engine, transmission, and more

Vehicle Photos & Inspector Notes

• Full-color photos taken by the inspector at the time of the inspection
• Multiple vehicle photos from every angle to give buyers a 360 degree look of the vehicle
• Inspector notes and additional photos to document any potential areas of concern that a buyer will want to know, making for a more transparent transaction when it’s time to buy