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1966 ShelbyGT350 #2166
Stock
NRC2166
VIN
SFM6S2166
Miles
13,643
Engine Size
347 Stroker
Transmission Type
4 Speed Manual
Body Color
Sapphire Blue
Interior Color
Black
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No Reserve Classics is honored to present our Genuine 1966 Shelby GT350!
This Genuine 1966 Shelby Gt350 Stands As A Shining Example Of American Automotive Excellence, Embodying The Spirit Of The Shelby Legacy. This Iconic Vehicle Has Undergone A Meticulous Restoration To Enhance Both Its Classic Appeal And Performance Capabilities.
With Its Striking Sapphire Blue Exterior And Wimbledon White Accents, This Genuine 1966 Shelby Gt350 Captures Attention While Retaining Its Authentic Charm. Beneath The Surface, This Car Has Been Significantly Upgraded For Thrilling Performance, Featuring A Powerful 341 Cubic Inch Engine That Produces An Impressive 575 Horsepower And 425 Lb Of Torque.
Performance Enhancements Include A Specially Upgraded Suspension, Ensuring Exceptional Handling And Stability, Alongside An Advanced Braking System With R-Model Rear Drums And Competition-Grade Components. This Genuine 1966 Shelby GT350 Is Not Just About Looks, It Boasts Top Speeds Of 160 Mph And Quarter-Mile Times Of 12.60 Seconds, Making It A Formidable Presence On The Track.
The Interior Showcases Thoughtful Upgrades Such As A Six-Point Roll Bar And Safety Harnesses, Reinforcing Its Dual Nature As Both A Show Car And A Performance Machine.
With A History Of Show-Winning Accolades And Proven Track Performance, This Genuine 1966 Shelby Is More Than Just A Car, It's A Symbol Of Automotive Passion And Engineering Prowess, Inviting Enthusiasts To Experience The Thrill Of Driving A True Classic.
Available Upgrades:
Paint Correction and Ceramic Coat - $1,999.99
Under the Hood:
341 cubic inch (5.6L) Doug Ward SVO A-4 302 block
Making 575HP and 425 lb Torque
SCAT Billet Crankshaft
Oliver 5.4l Connecting Rods
13:5:1 Compression Arias Speed - Master Pistons
Crane Flat - Tappet Camshaft
Doug Ward/Canfield aluminum heads with titanium intake (2.02-inch) and exhaust (1.60-inch) valves Cylinder Heads
Edelbrock Victor Jr Intake manifold
Barry Grant Gold Claw 750 cfm Carburetor
MSD Ignition System
Custom JBA and Dr. Gas System Exhaust
Exterior:
Sapphire Blue With Wimbledon White Stripes
Added R-Model Front Apron For Enhanced Aerodynamics
16x8-Inch Phil Schmidt Engineering (Pse) Five-Spoke Wheels
245/50/ZR-16 BFGoodrich G-Force Sport Tires
Interior:
Six-Point Roll Bar And Simpson Safety Harnesses
Autometer Gauges For Accurate Readings
Wood Steering Wheel
Branda Fiberglass
3.89:1-Geared Detroit Locker Differential
Underbody and Suspension:
Upgraded Suspension By Joe Mccarthy
Maier Racing Competition Springs With Koni Shocks
R-Model Rear Drums And Backing Plates
Competition Compound Front Disc Brake Pads
Porterfield Stainless-Steel Competition Lines
Seller says:
"It Boasts Top Speeds Of 160 Mph And Quarter-Mile Times Of 12.60 Seconds, Making It A Formidable Presence On The Track."
And
"This Genuine 1966 Shelby Is More Than Just A Car, It's A Symbol Of Automotive Passion And Engineering Prowess, Inviting Enthusiasts To Experience The Thrill Of Driving A True Classic."
Definitely a nice ride and reasonably priced at only $229,000 for one of "The Real Ones"!
I owned the car for 20+ years. When I sold it I had the buyer sign a statement of origin. I did so to protect me and my agent.
It IS all they say it is, but it is not 2166.
Now you know.
Quote from: footnfan on October 26, 2024, 01:29:21 PMI owned the car for 20+ years. When I sold it I had the buyer sign a statement of origin. I did so to protect me and my agent.
It IS all they say it is, but it is not 2166.
Now you know.
If not 2166, is it a scam listing?
:o
Quote from: 2112 on October 26, 2024, 01:34:20 PMQuote from: footnfan on October 26, 2024, 01:29:21 PMI owned the car for 20+ years. When I sold it I had the buyer sign a statement of origin. I did so to protect me and my agent.
It IS all they say it is, but it is not 2166.
Now you know.
If not 2166, is it a scam listing?
My guess is no, they think it is 2166, 2166 no longer exists, as was gone decades ago, they person I bought it from was not honest with me, but I knew what I was buying.
I held it for 20 years, drove the wheels off it, and when I sold it, I made a great profit ( probably not a good investment for 20 years in retrospect) but I also had 30K in parts that I sold off post car sale. The owner knows the cars history, he is not representing the car accurately.
I have owned some fast fun cars, this one took the cake. I dynoed the engine my rebuilt engine at 586 crank HP. It was insanely fast, and fun. My last Shelby does Vegas was epic. Several drives sought me out to ask what the hell is in the engine compartment. Accurate CI is 345 CI.
The fellow that bought the car from me was fully informed, and signed a statement as evidence. I think the car scared him, he bought it sight unseen. It has been for sale on virus platforms for several years.
It is a beautiful, fast 1966 Mustang. And by fast, I mean crazy fast. But, it is not SFM 2166.
I was in Ca. visiting my parents in NorCal, and was there to see a Trans Am 66 GT350 are Fantasy Junction. Stupidly decided not to buy it.
I think flew to SoCal with my older boy ( about 9 or so) to see the hand off off of 6S100, which I had been given a "then" great offer, and this blue car was for sale at the SAAC convention, and was being raced.
My friend Pete Geisler helped me meet the owner, as he had been a parts customer I think. Pete fully informed me about his thoughts, helped me negotiate a price. I think went back to NorCal, and went to Sacramento to see a 66 blower car, that Pete asked me to see, and he bought it, from a long time SAAC member.
I then went home to Fl, an d returned and met Pete with his 3 car trailer, and loaded up the blue car, the Sac 66 and something else, and drove with him back to Fl. with a TON of parts.
20+ years pass, I paid Pete to document the facts on the car, to avoid any future dispute. He did so, and what a wonderful person he is to rely on.
So, the blue car is a monster, but the seller is not being honest about its origins.
I have said it many times when the disclaimers are longer than the description, run away.
Quote from: footnfan on October 26, 2024, 02:01:04 PMI was in Ca. visiting my parents in NorCal, and was there to see a Trans Am 66 GT350 are Fantasy Junction. Stupidly decided not to buy it.
Being at Fantasy Junction should have been your first clue. Was it a 1966 Group 2 Mustang notchback? Or a fastback GT350 which was not legal in TransAm? 2 entirely different cars. In reality SA built ONLY 1 coupe specifically for TransAm racing in 1966. It is the one they bought off a lot and built in a week or two for Titus to run at Riverside. All the others they built were designated as Group 2 cars which were legal in European races and rallies as well as SCCA's amature sedan racing and their professional TA series.
There were 3 cars with SA ties in that last race. The new Titus car entered by SA that won. Don Pike's Mustang that he co-drove with Scooter Patrick entered by Al Dowd finished 10th and Ray Wolff (HiPerf Motors entry) co driven with Chuck Cantwell which was a DNF. Titus did the whole 4 hours by himself. Rick, his son said it was because of his recent divorce he didn't want to split the prize money.
It was a privateer car, not a SA raced Trans Am car. Canadian company $sponsorship) IIRC.
I am reaching out to address some misinformation currently circulating about this Shelby. I have a clear understanding of where the rumor originated, including the dealer/collector who inspected the car when Dan considered selling it before Ted Baird acquired it.
My extensive research includes documented conversations with Bob Cloutier, who owned, raced, and restored this car, confirming that it has not been rebodied. To help set the record straight, I am more than willing to share this documentation to clarify any misunderstandings surrounding the car's authenticity.
Below, I've included one of many emails from Bob, confirming that I was the first to contact him regarding the history of this car. This correspondence further supports the car's genuine history and demonstrates the importance of preserving its true legacy.
Joseph
Yes, that was one of many really cool ford cars I owned. I remember spending a lot of money at the time replacing most everything on the car with NOS parts.... Hopefully when you got the car you got everything that I sold the car to the guy in Florida with it. How does the car look now? Stock looking as it was when sold originally from Shelby American? Or still with the 16' x 8" wheels that I would run on the car when I raced it? Remember I also gave them the original 14" 10spoke wheels. I also put in tinted glass, is that still there too? I did also give them the original non tinted glass. You are the 1st person since the car was sold back in 2001 to contact me about this Shelby. I also owned a boss 429 KK1850 and every time it changes hands the new owner reaches out to me about the history on that car! HA! I seem to recall when I got 6S2166 that it had an automatic with it but still had the steel hood! I'd have to look to see if I kept much other info on the car. The original all wood wheel was really a mess... so I sold it and bought a NOS one. I remember that Carrol Shelby rode in that Shelby back in the late 90s at RoadAmerica.... Chuck Canfield did too... like I say it's been a long time ago.
Hopefully, you like the car and drive it? I also put in ½ fuel line with a smaller return line... the car was very fast!
If you are ever in the Denver area, and wanted to stop over, we could look over what Shelby stuff I might still own... but like I said when those old cars were sold.... I gave the extra stuff with the new owners or if a friend asked me for some of the stuff, I gave to them.. I remember early one I ran original 68 Shelby 10 spoke wheels on the car at vintage race events as those wheels were 15"! HA! I think that was what I had at road America.... I know the car won a few trophies at SAAC events.... It won trophies in the shows and at race events when trophies were given out. Just thinking... I put an N case rear end in the car with the stock 3.89 gears and also had a couple other spare N case 3rd members the new owner got.... I think I had 3.50 & 4.88 and maybe even 3.25 N case posi gear sets..... at the different tracks I would swap the 3rd member out to keep the car in front of most others.
I've owned some other 66 Shelbys but didn't race them. And yes, Bob McClurg did a nice write up on 2166 in Mustang Illustrated.... I might still have that magazine... I remember one of my cars was also in Hot Rod magazine.... I don't recall which at this point... it might have been that Shelby or a boss 302 I owned or maybe even KK1850?
bob
Quote "Hopefully, you like the car and drive it? I also put in ½ fuel line with a smaller return line... the car was very fast!"
As far as I know only fuel injection cars have a return line. Am I missing something?
Roy
Quote from: TA Coupe on October 28, 2024, 10:32:08 PMQuote "Hopefully, you like the car and drive it? I also put in ½ fuel line with a smaller return line... the car was very fast!"
As far as I know only fuel injection cars have a return line. Am I missing something?
Roy
It has an aftermarket Demon ( I think) based system (forget the name, high priced fancy stuff, manufacturer is no longer in business) that is was called the "Hot Rod" system by the manufacturer, it has a 360 flow, fuel up the carb, and the unused gas is returned to the gas tank.
I bought a new gas tank, built a mid tank welded in valley with the fuel drawing from the middle of the valley, to help the prime begin. The car was not self priming when I bought it. I fixed that.
Its the most fun car I have ever driven. I had great respect for it.
Quote from: footnfan on October 30, 2024, 01:59:07 PMIt has an aftermarket Holley based system (forget the name, high priced fancy stuff, manufacturer is no longer in business) that is was called the "Hot Rod" system by the manufacturer, it has a 360 flow, fuel up the carb, and the unused gas is returned to the gas tank.
I bought a new gas tank, built a mid tank welded in valley with the fuel drawing from the middle of the valley, to help the prime begin. The car was not self priming when I bought it. I fixed that.
Its the most fun car I have ever driven. I had great respect for it.
You hit it out out of the ballpark smalls!
that right there is "key"...enjoying the ride !
Quote from: Gt43joe on October 28, 2024, 08:56:51 PMI am reaching out to address some misinformation currently circulating about this Shelby. I have a clear understanding of where the rumor originated, including the dealer/collector who inspected the car when Dan considered selling it before Ted Baird acquired it.
My extensive research includes documented conversations with Bob Cloutier, who owned, raced, and restored this car, confirming that it has not been rebodied. To help set the record straight, I am more than willing to share this documentation to clarify any misunderstandings surrounding the car's authenticity.
Below, I've included one of many emails from Bob, confirming that I was the first to contact him regarding the history of this car. This correspondence further supports the car's genuine history and demonstrates the importance of preserving its true legacy.
Joseph
Yes, that was one of many really cool ford cars I owned. I remember spending a lot of money at the time replacing most everything on the car with NOS parts.... Hopefully when you got the car you got everything that I sold the car to the guy in Florida with it. How does the car look now? Stock looking as it was when sold originally from Shelby American? Or still with the 16' x 8" wheels that I would run on the car when I raced it? Remember I also gave them the original 14" 10spoke wheels. I also put in tinted glass, is that still there too? I did also give them the original non tinted glass. You are the 1st person since the car was sold back in 2001 to contact me about this Shelby. I also owned a boss 429 KK1850 and every time it changes hands the new owner reaches out to me about the history on that car! HA! I seem to recall when I got 6S2166 that it had an automatic with it but still had the steel hood! I'd have to look to see if I kept much other info on the car. The original all wood wheel was really a mess... so I sold it and bought a NOS one. I remember that Carrol Shelby rode in that Shelby back in the late 90s at RoadAmerica.... Chuck Canfield did too... like I say it's been a long time ago.
Hopefully, you like the car and drive it? I also put in ½ fuel line with a smaller return line... the car was very fast!
If you are ever in the Denver area, and wanted to stop over, we could look over what Shelby stuff I might still own... but like I said when those old cars were sold.... I gave the extra stuff with the new owners or if a friend asked me for some of the stuff, I gave to them.. I remember early one I ran original 68 Shelby 10 spoke wheels on the car at vintage race events as those wheels were 15"! HA! I think that was what I had at road America.... I know the car won a few trophies at SAAC events.... It won trophies in the shows and at race events when trophies were given out. Just thinking... I put an N case rear end in the car with the stock 3.89 gears and also had a couple other spare N case 3rd members the new owner got.... I think I had 3.50 & 4.88 and maybe even 3.25 N case posi gear sets..... at the different tracks I would swap the 3rd member out to keep the car in front of most others.
I've owned some other 66 Shelbys but didn't race them. And yes, Bob McClurg did a nice write up on 2166 in Mustang Illustrated.... I might still have that magazine... I remember one of my cars was also in Hot Rod magazine.... I don't recall which at this point... it might have been that Shelby or a boss 302 I owned or maybe even KK1850?
bob
Bob,
No offense, but there is a previous owner here, one with first hand knowledge of the car as he owned it for 20 years, if he states the car is NOT 6S2166 , then it is not. If you believe otherwise, then you need to back that up with more than what you posted above. Perhaps subject it to a proper vetting, remove the fender and confirm the Ford VIN (correlation of that to a specific Shelby is a well known way to do so, if of course it has not been restamped).
Barry Grant, that is the maker of the fuel system. It is/was a complete system fuel pump to carb. Great stuff, long gone though.. I hade 5-6 fuel pumps and just kept rebuilding them with rebuild kits, as I could no longer buy them new after he went bankrupt.
One of my trusted friends had inspected it, and they believe that over 80% of the metal panels have been replaced. That, and he was also told so by the seller in the 1990's. Looking at their detailed pictures, it sure looks like it.
Quote from: Bill on October 30, 2024, 02:14:23 PMQuote from: Gt43joe on October 28, 2024, 08:56:51 PMI am reaching out to address some misinformation currently circulating about this Shelby. I have a clear understanding of where the rumor originated, including the dealer/collector who inspected the car when Dan considered selling it before Ted Baird acquired it.
My extensive research includes documented conversations with Bob Cloutier, who owned, raced, and restored this car, confirming that it has not been rebodied. To help set the record straight, I am more than willing to share this documentation to clarify any misunderstandings surrounding the car's authenticity.
Below, I've included one of many emails from Bob, confirming that I was the first to contact him regarding the history of this car. This correspondence further supports the car's genuine history and demonstrates the importance of preserving its true legacy.
Joseph
Yes, that was one of many really cool ford cars I owned. I remember spending a lot of money at the time replacing most everything on the car with NOS parts.... Hopefully when you got the car you got everything that I sold the car to the guy in Florida with it. How does the car look now? Stock looking as it was when sold originally from Shelby American? Or still with the 16' x 8" wheels that I would run on the car when I raced it? Remember I also gave them the original 14" 10spoke wheels. I also put in tinted glass, is that still there too? I did also give them the original non tinted glass. You are the 1st person since the car was sold back in 2001 to contact me about this Shelby. I also owned a boss 429 KK1850 and every time it changes hands the new owner reaches out to me about the history on that car! HA! I seem to recall when I got 6S2166 that it had an automatic with it but still had the steel hood! I'd have to look to see if I kept much other info on the car. The original all wood wheel was really a mess... so I sold it and bought a NOS one. I remember that Carrol Shelby rode in that Shelby back in the late 90s at RoadAmerica.... Chuck Canfield did too... like I say it's been a long time ago.
Hopefully, you like the car and drive it? I also put in ½ fuel line with a smaller return line... the car was very fast!
If you are ever in the Denver area, and wanted to stop over, we could look over what Shelby stuff I might still own... but like I said when those old cars were sold.... I gave the extra stuff with the new owners or if a friend asked me for some of the stuff, I gave to them.. I remember early one I ran original 68 Shelby 10 spoke wheels on the car at vintage race events as those wheels were 15"! HA! I think that was what I had at road America.... I know the car won a few trophies at SAAC events.... It won trophies in the shows and at race events when trophies were given out. Just thinking... I put an N case rear end in the car with the stock 3.89 gears and also had a couple other spare N case 3rd members the new owner got.... I think I had 3.50 & 4.88 and maybe even 3.25 N case posi gear sets..... at the different tracks I would swap the 3rd member out to keep the car in front of most others.
I've owned some other 66 Shelbys but didn't race them. And yes, Bob McClurg did a nice write up on 2166 in Mustang Illustrated.... I might still have that magazine... I remember one of my cars was also in Hot Rod magazine.... I don't recall which at this point... it might have been that Shelby or a boss 302 I owned or maybe even KK1850?
bob
Bob,
No offense, but there is a previous owner here, one with first hand knowledge of the car as he owned it for 20 years, if he states the car is NOT 6S2166 , then it is not. If you believe otherwise, then you need to back that up with more than what you posted above. Perhaps subject it to a proper vetting, remove the fender and confirm the Ford VIN (correlation of that to a specific Shelby is a well known way to do so, if of course it has not been restamped).
Quote from: Bill on October 30, 2024, 02:14:23 PMQuote from: Gt43joe on October 28, 2024, 08:56:51 PMI am reaching out to address some misinformation currently circulating about this Shelby. I have a clear understanding of where the rumor originated, including the dealer/collector who inspected the car when Dan considered selling it before Ted Baird acquired it.
My extensive research includes documented conversations with Bob Cloutier, who owned, raced, and restored this car, confirming that it has not been rebodied. To help set the record straight, I am more than willing to share this documentation to clarify any misunderstandings surrounding the car's authenticity.
Below, I've included one of many emails from Bob, confirming that I was the first to contact him regarding the history of this car. This correspondence further supports the car's genuine history and demonstrates the importance of preserving its true legacy.
Joseph
Yes, that was one of many really cool ford cars I owned. I remember spending a lot of money at the time replacing most everything on the car with NOS parts.... Hopefully when you got the car you got everything that I sold the car to the guy in Florida with it. How does the car look now? Stock looking as it was when sold originally from Shelby American? Or still with the 16' x 8" wheels that I would run on the car when I raced it? Remember I also gave them the original 14" 10spoke wheels. I also put in tinted glass, is that still there too? I did also give them the original non tinted glass. You are the 1st person since the car was sold back in 2001 to contact me about this Shelby. I also owned a boss 429 KK1850 and every time it changes hands the new owner reaches out to me about the history on that car! HA! I seem to recall when I got 6S2166 that it had an automatic with it but still had the steel hood! I'd have to look to see if I kept much other info on the car. The original all wood wheel was really a mess... so I sold it and bought a NOS one. I remember that Carrol Shelby rode in that Shelby back in the late 90s at RoadAmerica.... Chuck Canfield did too... like I say it's been a long time ago.
Hopefully, you like the car and drive it? I also put in ½ fuel line with a smaller return line... the car was very fast!
If you are ever in the Denver area, and wanted to stop over, we could look over what Shelby stuff I might still own... but like I said when those old cars were sold.... I gave the extra stuff with the new owners or if a friend asked me for some of the stuff, I gave to them.. I remember early one I ran original 68 Shelby 10 spoke wheels on the car at vintage race events as those wheels were 15"! HA! I think that was what I had at road America.... I know the car won a few trophies at SAAC events.... It won trophies in the shows and at race events when trophies were given out. Just thinking... I put an N case rear end in the car with the stock 3.89 gears and also had a couple other spare N case 3rd members the new owner got.... I think I had 3.50 & 4.88 and maybe even 3.25 N case posi gear sets..... at the different tracks I would swap the 3rd member out to keep the car in front of most others.
I've owned some other 66 Shelbys but didn't race them. And yes, Bob McClurg did a nice write up on 2166 in Mustang Illustrated.... I might still have that magazine... I remember one of my cars was also in Hot Rod magazine.... I don't recall which at this point... it might have been that Shelby or a boss 302 I owned or maybe even KK1850?
bob
Bob,
No offense, but there is a previous owner here, one with first hand knowledge of the car as he owned it for 20 years, if he states the car is NOT 6S2166 , then it is not. If you believe otherwise, then you need to back that up with more than what you posted above. Perhaps subject it to a proper vetting, remove the fender and confirm the Ford VIN (correlation of that to a specific Shelby is a well known way to do so, if of course it has not been restamped).
Bob,
I have spoken Dan Cundiff. The previous owner of 20 years that you refer to. He wasn't able to give me any real idea of how he knows it was rebodied just continued to say "I just know" it was"
Despite him selling the original hood on Bring a trailer for 11,000 along with all the other original parts. It was not until I spoke with someone that was familiar to tell me the rumor was started when dan wanted to sell
The car and a collector/dealer told him that. The original ford Vin is present on the driver side aprin as well as the Shelby matching Vin is present on the passenger side aproan. The body has many factory stampings on. I had Ken Costella a Shelby professional view the car through a video conference call and photos to verify the aproans had factory welds attached to the body. If anybody has real info about this car I would appreciate reaching out to me also I have extensive documentation if anybody is interested in diving more into the incredible history of this car. Feel free to send me a message and I will give you my direct line and email
Quote from: 5s386 on October 31, 2024, 01:47:23 PMOne of my trusted friends had inspected it, and they believe that over 80% of the metal panels have been replaced. That, and he was also told so by the seller in the 1990's. Looking at their detailed pictures, it sure looks like it.
I have an inspection from the 90s when the car was only a 2 owner Shelby from Orlando mustang explaining 2166 has original floors, fenders, doors, quarter panels. See inspection below
Quote from: Gt43joe on November 11, 2024, 11:37:24 AMQuote from: 5s386 on October 31, 2024, 01:47:23 PMOne of my trusted friends had inspected it, and they believe that over 80% of the metal panels have been replaced. That, and he was also told so by the seller in the 1990's. Looking at their detailed pictures, it sure looks like it.
I have an inspection from the 90s when the car was only a 2 owner Shelby from Orlando mustang explaining 2166 has original floors, fenders, doors, quarter panels. See inspection below
Being rebodied would certainly effect value. Stating it is without being able to prove it can lead you to be sued in a civil suit for effecting the value. If you were the one who rebodied it you would know but would not want that shared because you may have sold it on as 100% original (or just sold just the Ford & SA #s)........
Why are the export brace and plate not listed as "original"? The report doesn't make any statement as to the condition of those floors, etc. Nor does it have any confirmation of the Shelby v Ford numbers. Did anyone check the Ford number on the passenger side? You don't need to drill any rivets to see it.
The original Ford VIN and Shelby numbers on the aprons all match and are correct
Quote from: Gt43joe on November 21, 2024, 09:22:34 PMThe original Ford VIN and Shelby numbers on the aprons all match and are correct
Don't get me wrong, it's a nice car, yet, I'd love to have it in my small collection, and the question of the current number stamps as presented being matching are not at this point an issue. What is actually in question is whether they were stamped into those panels in 1966, or whether they were restamped into those panels at a later date. In addition, that also calls in to question whether those panels are original to the 6S166. There are ways to tell, but it requires unfettered access to the car and those panels for a full day, by someone who is intimately aware of the nuances between factory original and otherwise.
Bill
Quote from: Gt43joe on November 21, 2024, 09:22:34 PMThe original Ford VIN and Shelby numbers on the aprons all match and are correct
Are you reporting that you saw all of them in person or something else? Often people interpret Howard's email or letter to mean something more that it states is the reason I'm asking. All Howard's typical boilerplate message states is that the numbers provided, typically no photos or other evidence is provided other than the printed numbers in the request, match the numbers he has on file.
Nothing more. Do have a copy of that email for this particular car on file.