1967 Ford Mustang GT500 Tribute

Make

Ford

Model

Mustang GT500 Tribute

Year

1967

Listed price

$159,000

Location

Fredericksburg

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

500 miles

The 1967 Shelby GT500 stands as a legendary icon, a pinnacle of American muscle car design and performance, born from the collaboration between Ford and the inimitable Carroll Shelby. This generation of Mustang saw a significant redesign, allowing for larger engines and a more aggressive stance, which Shelby American masterfully exploited. While the standard GT500 was already a potent machine with its 428 cubic inch Police Interceptor engine, the mythical GT500 Super Snake pushed boundaries even further. Originally conceived as a one-off demonstrator for Goodyear's Thunderbolt tires, Shelby engineer Fred Goodell famously dropped a race-spec 427 cubic inch V8, derived from the Le Mans-winning GT40 program, into a GT500. Carroll Shelby himself piloted the beast to speeds exceeding 170 mph, cementing its place in automotive lore as one of the most extreme Mustangs ever built. This stunning 1967 Ford Mustang pays homage to that singular, awe-inspiring Super Snake. With only 500 miles on its odometer, this tribute embodies the spirit and visual aggression of Shelby's ultimate creation. While the original Super Snake's heart was a Le Mans-bred 427, this automatic coupe captures the visceral experience and iconic aesthetics, from its aggressive styling cues to its commanding presence. It meticulously recreates the look and feel of a machine that averaged 142 mph over 500 miles during its original testing, offering a chance to own a piece of that legendary performance heritage. This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a meticulously crafted tribute to one of the most significant and visually arresting muscle cars ever conceived.