Lot #

5740

Location

Homer Glen, IL 60491

Seller

Dealer

71024

428 Cobra Jet V8

3-Speed Automatic

Acapulco Blue

Black

8T03R21321603941

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1968 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500KR Convertible — Marti Report-Verified Restoration

Here is one of the most coveted Shelby Mustangs ever built, presented exactly the way discerning collectors dream of finding one — an immaculate 1968 Ford Mustang GT500KR Convertible finished in a smooth coat of Acapulco Blue over a black interior with a crisp white vinyl top. This is the car that crowned the Shelby lineup, where “KR” stands for King of the Road, and beautifully restored examples like this rarely surface on the open market. Meticulously restored per the included Marti Report and driven only about five miles since, this GT500KR is about as close as you can get to a factory-new ’68. Drop the white power top, fire that thunderous 428 Cobra Jet to life, and imagine adding this museum-grade Shelby to your own collection.

Highlights

Legendary GT500KR — the “King of the Road,” the top of the Shelby line for 1968
Marti Report-verified restoration completed with the only deviation being the currently fitted alloy wheels
Only about 5 miles added since the restoration was completed in the early 2000s — essentially factory-new presentation
Striking Acapulco Blue paint over a black interior with a sophisticated white vinyl power convertible top
Original steel wheels and correct hubcaps included, letting you return the car to full factory-correct form
Museum-grade throughout, with an underside as clean as the top and a recent tune-up prepping it for its next owner

Engine & Performance

428 cubic inch Cobra Jet V8 — factory-rated at 335 horsepower, with independent tests estimating a genuine 400–425 hp
The classic late-’60s under-rating for insurance purposes, masking the KR’s true, monstrous output
Heavy-duty suspension delivering the composed, purposeful handling befitting the King of the Road
Strut tower brace adding rigidity and sharpening front-end response
Power front disc brakes providing confident, sure-footed stopping power
Power steering for easy, refined control around town and on the open road
Recent tune-up ensuring this GT500KR fires up eagerly and runs like a top

Exterior

Smooth Acapulco Blue finish flowing across the Shelby’s aggressive, unmistakable bodywork
White vinyl power convertible top completing a classic, sophisticated color combination
Lightweight fiberglass hood and trunk lid — genuine KR-package hallmarks
Hood pins reinforcing the car’s purposeful, performance-bred presence
Radial tires mounted on the currently fitted alloy wheels for a clean, confident stance
Head-turning Shelby presence at every concours lawn, cruise night, and collector gathering

Interior

Handsome black interior beautifully restored to correct, period-faithful presentation
Comfortable bucket seats delivering a driver-focused, sporting cockpit
Factory tachometer and 140-mph speedometer — signature KR instrumentation built for serious speed
Integrated roll bar reflecting the KR package’s performance-first character
Heater and defroster adding welcome year-round convenience
Well-preserved cabin made for open-top enjoyment of the road ahead

Documentation

1968 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500KR Convertible
428ci Cobra Jet V8 — factory-rated 335 hp, independently estimated 400–425 hp
“KR” King of the Road package
Marti Report-verified restoration (started mid-1990s, completed early 2000s)
Only approximately 5 miles since restoration
Acapulco Blue paint
Black interior
White vinyl power convertible top
Fiberglass hood and trunk lid
Roll bar
Heavy-duty suspension
Strut tower brace
140-mph speedometer
Factory tachometer
Power front disc brakes
Power steering
Hood pins
Bucket seats
Heater/defroster
Radial tires
Alloy wheels currently fitted; original steel wheels and correct hubcaps included
Immaculate, exceptionally clean underside
Recent tune-up

Ready to add a museum-grade, Marti Report-verified GT500KR — the ultimate expression of Shelby’s King of the Road — to your collection? Serious inquiries welcome.