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Last, here is an example of down slope with a 1968 GT-E Cougar.  Both cars appears to be well restored and the same color cardinal red.  The one that sold in 2024 was an XR7 with leather interior and the other in 2011 was standard.  They both sold exactly the same,  $181,500 with fees.  Who got the better buy?  Thirteen years difference.  The 2024 sale in 2011 dollars is $135,708.  The 2024 GT-E Cougar was a better buy and with more options.  (Yes, only one example, but does illustrate the trend.)
Cory

I agree with your conclusion that the recent one was a better deal but for different reasons. The first example (and I know both cars well) was a home run for the seller. The market had peaked, he was able to save the original numbers matching side oiler through a minor miracle and some very good contractors. The buyer had Bob Perkins at his side and was well heeled, and he had competition from an equally well heeled individual. The car was the first restoration by a pretty good amateur.

The latest one was far better both in the car that they started with, the options, and the restorer. The finished product was far better. We know more today than we did in 2012. There were fewer bidders in the room, no one hired Bob, and the results are what they are. It's hard to say if there was a trend involved when so few cars change hands.

Hi Royce,

I made a correction to my GT-E Cougar reply No. 8.  Brian Littlefield had a correction for me that makes the 2024 sale even a better deal.  I agree, one example does not make a trend, but does support the observation.

Take care

Cory

So just to be clear these other signs were sold by him as well?

I guess if he is associated with the sign where the company name is misspelled, I would also call shenanigans

I can't tell if it is the same guy, but I found my earlier thread on the same subject "SAI Lighted Signs."

https://www.saacforum.com/index.php?topic=14310.0

Cory

I expect the sign is a recent creation.  The graphics can be easily placed on the milky white covers and the framing made.  Look at the attached images with another Shelby American Signs.  I have seen the first one half a dozen or so times.  At the time, the seller advertised as "used" and with some wear, trying to imply it might be period from back in the day.  The second sign with clock, maybe 3 times.  The seller has too many of these signs to be from the 60's.   He was careful on his wording.  I think this HERTZ sign is much newer than the seller is saying.  This other examples are not proof, but suggest it could be recently made.

Cory

Yep, Phil is a good guy.  I have had him restore several Mustang rally pac 8K tachs and clocks, 68 Cougar clock, maybe 3 or 4 COBRA tachs.  even a COUGAR tach.  He is our guy.

Cory

Does the "down slope" make it easier for new or younger enthusiast to get in?

It seams at the last two major auctions, the custom modified cars were selling very well.  The selling prices felt more than the bone stock cars. Did I miss read that?

Last, here is an example of down slope with a 1968 GT-E Cougar.  Both cars appears to be well restored and the same color cardinal red.  The one that sold in 2024 was an XR7 with leather interior and the other in 2011 was standard. They both sold exactly the same,  $181,500 with fees.  Correction, the 2024 sale GTE with fees was actually $165K.  The 2011 GTE sale was the $181,500. Who got the better buy?  Thirteen years difference.  The 2024 sale in 2011 dollars is $135,708  $123,370.  The 2024 GT-E Cougar was a better buy and with more options.  (Yes, only one example, but does illustrate the trend.)

Cory

P.S Thanks Brian Silvertonford for the correction.

Could be a scam at the listed price as a '67 but worth a look ......

https://siouxfalls.craigslist.org/cto/d/sioux-falls-1967-mustang-shelby-fastback/7711634134.html

The link no longer works.  Sometimes it is also good idea to capture a screen print and post with the link.  Now there is not recorded on this thread.

Take care

Cory

Looked a lot better in 2016, even with correct Magnum 500 wheels and Goodyear Blue Streak tires.  It definitely has gone down hill and only traveling an extra 586 miles since then.

Mecum Chicago 2016 link https://www.mecum.com/lots/257360/

Cory

Rest in peace ol' Shel'.

Price reduced.

Thanks

Cory

Hi all,

I have a later style Ford 9" snubber bracket with rubber snubber, fine thread.  Currently painted black.  Ask $275 plus the ride.  Please send a message if interested.

Thanks

Cory

(Sale pending 1-9-24)

Hi Cboss70,

If you are interested, I have made a few and have an extra if you need one.  In the attached image, original on left, mine on right.

Also, is an image of the OEM style spring.  Tony Branda has part number CRRS1.  Rumor has it, IIRC, the assembly line spring might have been green.  (A fellow member here found an NOS one in an old FoMoCo box and the spring was green.  Not proof, but a suggestion of the possibility.)

Cory

Its missing the catalytic converters and the airbag was not deployed.  That is good about the airbags.  That would be very expensive to replace plus finding original catalytic converters and airbags would be impossible.  LOL

Cory

Also, the wheel in the attached image was offered for sale this last summer for some big money.  I can check and see if it's still available if you like.

Cory

There is also the middle version, with the three holes in each spoke.  Is image of three wheels correct?  Order of early,middle and late?  Which version are you after?

Cory

Hi all,

I am selling these Holley 4224-S carburetors.  If you can read the description and advise me if I should make any changes or error corrections, that would be appreciated.  I am not familiar with these carbs at all.  These came of the set up I posted in an earlier thread.

https://www.saacforum.com/index.php?topic=14332.msg118086#msg118086

Thank you

Cory

https://www.ebay.com/itm/196163641777