Brand: Ford USA
Transmission: 4 gears, Manual gearbox
Drive: Rear wheel drive
Number of cylinders: 8
Engine capacity: 7.014 cc
Empty weight: 1.503 kg
Wheelbase: 274 cm
Damages: none
Registration number: PM-74-40

1968 Shelby GT500KR Survivor

1968 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 KR — numbers matching, original owner, survivor
Available now for sale is a piece of Shelby history: a 1968 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 King of the Road, equipped with the factory-original 428 Cobra Jet and 4-speed manual transmission. Believe it or not, this car comes from its first and only owner—an 80-year-old enthusiast who purchased it new at a U.S. Ford dealership and kept it ever since.
The car is a real-deal, numbers matching survivor, having its original drivetrain, build sheet, lease/loan paperwork, and a complete set of original documents. Finding a 4-speed KR in its original Raven Black color, with full history and single ownership, is something you just cannot come across anymore.
The legend
Midway through 1968, Shelby introduced the GT500KR (King of the Road), fitted with the newly released 428 Cobra Jet engine. Combining the torque of the 428 Police Interceptor and the performance elements of the 427 side oiler, the Cobra Jet delivered high horsepower and ridiculous amounts of torque—making it one of the most loved Ford big blocks ever. This KR retains its original engine, the correct RUG-tagged 4-speed transmission, and the date-coded factory carburetor.
This particular example has never been restored and remains largely original, with light patina that adds authenticity to its survivor status. It's a museum-grade collector’s piece that has been preserved rather than altered, just as Carroll Shelby intended. It's aged just right, like a fine wine.
Interior
The interior remains completely original, featuring factory tilt steering, sport deck rear seats, and all working gauges. The odometer reads 67,436 miles, believed to be accurate and confirmed by the original owner. The cabin has been gently cleaned but left untouched to preserve its authenticity. It’s ready for enjoyment or collector display.
Drivetrain
The factory-original 428 Cobra Jet engine, transmission, and rear axle are still present and in excellent mechanical condition. Compression has been checked and is strong. The drivetrain has been fully serviced and fine-tuned by our in-house team. The original carburetor and engine data tag are still in place—rare and valuable components that are hard to find nowadays.
Key features:

- Factory 428 Cobra Jet engine with original engine tag
- Original 4-speed manual with RUG tag
- Believed to be 1-owner from new with full ownership documentation
- Original Raven Black paint (rare and desirable color)
- Numbers matching drivetrain and carburetor
- Original interior with tilt steering and sport deck rear seat
- Survivor car with patina, never restored
- Build sheet, lease/loan contract, and all factory paperwork included

This vehicle comes with Dutch registration. This vehicle is being sold through our consignment program.
We can assist with German TÜV/H-approval, or Belgian papers on request.
Investment quality
Shelby GT500 KRs are among the most desirable Mustangs ever made, and examples with full documentation, original drivetrain, and known history are quickly vanishing. As a one-owner, numbers matching, unrestored survivor with rare color and a 4-speed manual, this KR is a serious investment for any Shelby or Ford collector.
See it now at our showroom in The Netherlands.
Your 4-wheeled dream starts here:
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