Last Shelby GT350 Ever Produced

My father is putting the last Shelby GT350 ever produced during the classic 1965-1970 Shelby Automotive years for sale in the RM Auctions next weekend in Monterey California. I know most of you are Lambo guys but you never know if someone collects classic muscle cars or knows someone who does. Here's some information!

• RM AUCTIONS MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 16, 2013
• LOT 157 - NO RESERVE
• THE VERY LAST SHELBY GT350 EVER!
• THE END OF THE LINE!
• (SHELBY AUTOMOTIVE 1965-1970)
• 1970 Shelby GT350 Fastback
• Chassis no. 0F02M483294
• The very last Shelby GT350 serial number produced
• One-of-one build specification in rare Grabber Yellow
• Documented matching-numbers car
• Sympathetic, high-quality restoration performed by noted expert Ed Meyer

The GT350 in question, 0F02M483294, started its life on June 19, 1969, as the only GT350 Fastback ordered with an automatic transmission, ac, HD suspension, Grabber Yellow paint, black bucket seats, and an AM/8 Track stereo radio, among many other options, according to its Marti Report. Most importantly, it was the final GT350 to come off the production line; therefore, it was the final 1969/70 Shelby built, and the last of the entire production and history of SHELBY AUTOMOTIVE 1965-1970. The current owner commissioned Ed Meyer, national concours judge and Shelby authority, to go over 0F02M483294 and complete a light restoration in 2006, in order to make the car as original as possible. Meyer described the car as “the finest GT350 he’d ever seen.” Thus, Meyer only installed minor items, such as correct driver’s lights and a few replacement service parts. This car comes complete with its original window sticker, build sheet, pink dealer order sheet, warranty papers, invoice from Shelby Automotive, individual transportation invoices from Ford, A.O Smith, Kar Kraft, and Luke Bolton Ford, and letters from the Shelby American Automobile Club, further certifying its originality and provenance. After leaving Kar Kraft, this GT350 was delivered to Luke Bolton Ford, in Plantation, Florida, the state in which it has spent the entirety of its life, reveling in a car-friendly climate. It was purchased by its third and current owner in 1980, who has pampered the car in every possible respect and driven it less than 200 miles since its acquisition.

This Shelby GT350 is possibly one of the most well-documented, unique, and unmolested 1970 GT350s offered for sale.[B] As the last Shelby GT350 to roll off the line, 0F02M483294 represents the end of an era for Shelby. This car presents a fantastic opportunity for the discerning collector that is looking for a chance to buy a top-quality, one-of-a-kind museum car with a unique place in SHELBY history.

290 bhp, 351 cu. in. V-8 engine with Autolite four-barrel carburetor, FMX Cruise-O-Matic transmission, factory “heavy-duty” independent front suspension with coil springs, asymmetrical leaf springs with live rear axle, and power front disc brakes and rear hydraulic drum brakes. Wheelbase: 108 in.

The updated GT350 of 1969 introduced a number of stylistic and mechanical changes and, like any good car, a touch of drama. The GT350’s new engine was a Windsor 351-cubic inch V-8, registering 290 brake horsepower. Cosmetic changes included a new grille, hood, side ducts to help cool the engine and rear brakes, and an overall body length that grew by four inches.

Ford wanted to keep consumer interest in the GT350 alive, leading to some corporate mischief. Ford sent the 788 unsold 1969 Shelbys to Kar Kraft, the aftermarket shop that assembled the Boss 429 in Dearborn, Michigan, to outfit them with hood stripes and a chin spoiler. Ford made these modifications in 1969 in order to avoid an upcoming federal law that required the installation of an anti-theft locking steering column in 1970. Upon leaving factory grounds for a third time, these unsold 1969 Shelbys were given new VIN numbers and data plates for 1970, since the FBI destroyed the 1969 data plates. The GT350 in question, 0F02M483294, started its life on June 19, 1969, as the only GT350 Fastback ordered with an automatic transmission, Grabber Yellow paint, black bucket seats, and an AM/8 Track stereo radio, among many other options, according to its Marti Report.

Most importantly, it was the final GT350 to come off the production line; therefore, it was the final 1969/70 Shelby built.

 

That is a truly awesome car. Post more pics!

 

Stunning example!

 

Nice car - curious to know what it's worth

 

Beautiful color!

 

Ummm....wow! I'll submit this to Bring A Trailer!

 

Curious, what did this car wind up bringing at the auction ??

 

Yeah how'd it go?

 

Missed this thread the first time around, what a beaut! Curious about the results as well.