1966 Ford Shelby Mustang GT350H

KEY FACTS A highly collectible and exceptionally rare V8-powered American muscle car, representing one of the famous Shelby Mustang GT350H models originally produced for the Hertz "Rent-a-Racer" programme. It is powered by a naturally aspirated 289-ci (4.7-litre) Windsor V8, driving the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission. The seller states that the car retains its matching-numbers engine. The original automatic transmission has been replaced with a genuine Ford Top Loader four-speed manual gearbox, which is a widely recognised and accepted conversion on GT350H models. This example was originally a US-delivered model, which was first registered in April 1966. It was imported into the UK and first registered with the DVLA in July 2013, when it was acquired by the seller. It was reportedly restored by a Shelby specialist in New York State, USA, before the seller's ownership. The odometer indicates 70,650 miles, though this is not warranted. EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES The Mustang GT350H was produced by Shelby American for the Hertz Sports Car Club programme, combining Shelby's high-performance upgrades with distinctive styling that has since become one of the marque's most recognisable and desirable special editions. This GT350H model is finished in the popular timeless shade of Raven Black with contrasting twin gold racing stripes and ‘GT350H’ side stripes, over a black vinyl-trimmed interior, punctuated by chrome trim. It rides on a set of chromed ‘Rallye’ steel wheels with Hertz Sports Car Club centre caps and fitted with Goodyear Blue Streak tyres. Equipment includes a bonnet scoop, side air scoops, a wood-rimmed steering wheel, push-out front quarter light windows, Shelby American GT350 floor mats, a Shelby American rev-counter, and heater and ventilation controls. The factory automatic transmission has been replaced with a genuine Ford Top Loader four-speed manual gearbox. It will be supplied with a copy of the original sales invoice, two shipping do