1968 Shelby GT350

1968 Shelby GT350 For Sale

Paxton Supercharged J-Code 302 73,994 Original Miles Long-Term Ownership

This 1968 Shelby GT350 combines genuine Shelby pedigree with one of the most fascinating performance additions available during the Shelby era-a Paxton supercharger. Powered by its J-code 302 V8, documented with its Shelby-marked production tag, and showing 73,994 miles represented as original, this is a highly distinctive example with the history, equipment, and documentation serious Shelby enthusiasts appreciate.

The current owner has cared for the car since 2002, providing more than two decades of continuous ownership. The Shelby is also represented as being documented in the Shelby Registry and comes with a substantial collection of receipts and historical material.

Adding another special piece of Shelby history, the car has been signed by Carroll Shelby.

Genuine J-Code Shelby

VIN decoded: 8T02J185119

8 - 1968 model year
T - Metuchen, New Jersey assembly plant
02 - 2-door fastback
J - 302ci 4-barrel V8, factory rated at 230 horsepower
185119 - Ford consecutive unit number

The production/buck tag provides further evidence of the cars Shelby configuration and original equipment:

416
31 15C 63B FDS 5A
8T02J185119 I LIME MET
PS SHELBY PB DE IT TC
RB FD ST

Among the most significant markings is Shelby, identifying the car for Shelby conversion/production.

The remaining codes document a desirable factory configuration that includes:

15C - March 15, 1968 body build date
63B - Fastback with Luxury Interior and bucket seats
FDS - Fold-Down Rear Seat
5A - Black Comfortweave Luxury bucket-seat interior
I / LIME MET - Originally Lime Gold Metallic
PS - Power Steering
PB - Power Brakes
DE - Dual Exhaust
TC - Tilt Steering Column
FD - Front Disc Brakes
ST - Standard/manual transmission

The RB marking is retained in the documentation without assigning a more specific meaning, as some plant-specific buck-tag abbreviations can require additional original production documentation for definitive interpretation.

J-Code 302 & Paxton Supercharger

Under the hood is the cars correct J-code 302 V8, which has recently been rebuilt and currently has only test miles since completion.

The engine carries a casting date of:

8C23

8 - 1968
C - March
23 - 23rd day

The engine compartment is highly detailed and features the desirable Paxton supercharger in its correct white finish. The installation is complemented by period-correct details including FoMoCo hoses and clamps and Autolite detailing.

The combination gives this GT350 considerably more character while maintaining the period appearance expected under the hood of a properly presented Shelby.

Mechanical Highlights:

J-code 302ci 4-barrel V8
Factory J-code rating of 230 horsepower before supercharging
March 23, 1968 engine casting date
Recently rebuilt engine
Test miles only since rebuild
Paxton supercharger
Correct white supercharger finish
Manual transmission
Power steering
Power brakes
Front disc brakes
Dual exhaust
FoMoCo-style hoses and clamps
Autolite detailing
Highly detailed engine compartment
Runs and drives exceptionally well

Candy Apple Red Restoration

The production tag identifies this Shelby as originally finished in Lime Gold Metallic, Ford paint code I.

During restoration, the car was refinished in Candy Apple Red, giving the GT350 a bold appearance that works exceptionally well with its black interior, Shelby striping and unmistakable fastback profile.

The 1968 Shelby styling is immediately recognizable, with its aggressive scoops, distinctive front and rear treatments, sequential taillights, and Shelby-specific details.

A set of Shelby wheels wrapped in Goodyear tires completes the period performance appearance.

Exterior Highlights:

Originally Lime Gold Metallic
Restored in Candy Apple Red
Shelby-specific fiberglass and body treatments
Signature Shelby scoops
Straight, clean body
Shelby wheels
Goodyear tires
Sequential taillights
Beautiful chrome and trim

Black Comfortweave Luxury Interior

Inside, the production tag confirms the desirable 5A Black Comfortweave Luxury bucket- seat interior.

The cockpit retains the distinctive character expected from a late-60s Shelby, including its bucket seats, clean instrumentation and desirable fold-down rear seat. The car was also originally equipped with a tilt steering column, another desirable option documented by the TC code.

Even the clock is currently operating, a great small detail on a car of this age.

Interior & Equipment:

Black Comfortweave Luxury bucket seats
Fold-down rear seat
Tilt steering column
Clean gauges and instrumentation
Operating clock
Well-presented Shelby interior

History & Documentation

The odometer currently shows 73,994 miles, represented as original, and the current owner has owned the Shelby since 2002.

A substantial collection of receipts accompanies the car, providing additional documentation of its history and care. The car is represented as being included in the Shelby Registry, and it also carries Carroll Shelbys signature.

The trunk is beautifully presented and retains a spare wheel and tire.

Documentation & Provenance:

73,994 miles represented as original
Current ownership since 2002
Represented as documented in the Shelby Registry
Large collection of receipts
Carroll Shelby signature
VIN and production-tag documentation
Shelby-marked buck tag
Spare wheel and tire

Between its J-code 302, Paxton supercharger, Shelby-marked production tag, Comfortweave Luxury interior, factory fold-down rear seat, tilt steering column, power steering, power brakes, front discs, extensive documentation, and more than two decades with its current owner, this GT350 has a great deal to offer beyond its unmistakable appearance.

The restoration from its original Lime Gold Metallic to Candy Apple Red gives it a striking presence, while the recently rebuilt 302 and Paxton supercharger provide the performance character expected from the Shelby name.

For the enthusiast seeking a genuine 1968 Shelby GT350 with a supercharged period- performance configuration, documented production details, long-term ownership, and an exceptional overall presentation, this is a very special example.

For Sale By Owner Located In West Babylon, NY 11704

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