They Had A Shelby In Their Barn For 40 Years - A 1967 GT-500 Mustang

[@joeymlnarik5805]

Nebraska!! I was recently handed down a 68 mustang that was won on a $1 raffle in 1968. These videos fuel my desire to get it restored. It's gotten me into classic cars more than I could have imagined. Nice barn find!

[@thewriter2549]

Must have been a hot car to be a raffle winner. What was this car?

[@joeymlnarik5805]

@@thewriter2549 It's a Red 68 Mustang Coupe with a 289 2v & 3 speed manual and a radio delete plate. I've been told they raffled off 2-3 cars and this was the cheaper raffle car. My wife's grandpa got the call that he won, left home to go pick it up. They were so excited to get it home they ended up dropping it off the trailer and bent the rear bumper, the dent is still there.

[@davidsanders6957]

Prices right can't go bad lucky monkey

[@jacquewolfe3373]

I’m Jon and Kirk’s sister and I’m very excited to see this car come back to life!

[@thewriter2549]

We're working on it now and hope you can be in the video when we get it running.

[@jacquewolfe3373]

@@thewriter2549 definitely!

[@stevezehm9865]

Would love to see this car being built. Hope you make the build an addition to this channel! Steve

[@jayharper2252]

Just curious, What's a Mustang like this worth in this condition?

[@bountyhuntermk2520]

Rednecks

[@zenoist2101]

It's really heartwarming when something goes to a person that really deserves it and would really treasure it.

[@thewriter2549]

Thank you, this was a great buying experience for me. The restoration is in full swing and we are filming for a series of videos.

[@zenoist2101]

@@thewriter2549 Cool. Good luck .thanks for the update.

[@Rose88116]

I have no idea why this story would come to my page, being a women who isn’t in to cars, although my husband is an auto painter, neither of us care for it as a hobby. That was so much fun to watch, the history and knowledge of it all. The man who assessed it really knows his stuff! The men who sold it were so nice and I wish you all the luck with your dream car! I hope I get to see it when it’s all done! I do appreciate a great paint job along with all the other work !

[@thewriter2549]

Well thank you so much for the comment. The restoration is going along swiftly and I am taking video of the steps with help from the restorer. I hope you will watch that too. I hope to have up part one in 2-3 weeks.

[@chrissimpson3273]

This was a nice watch.. all genuine people. Not a couple a vultures trying to make a buck off someone else.. all folks were very genuine .wish I had friends like this. Thank you for sharing

[@jackbodenmann7379]

I remember lusting after these cars a a youngster. They are so ultra cool and beautiful, especially the red ones. I can't wait to see it when you have finished the restoration. I am happy you found the car you have always wanted.

[@thewriter2549]

I would also like to have an early Porsche Speedster, about 1955.

[@esidedude2869]

That's alright man. That's alright. Congratulations on your dream purchase. Please keep us in the loop on how it's progressing! I, for one, would love a whole new series of videos documenting the restoration. Congrats again, and big thanks to all your buddies for helping it all fall in place. 👍

[@guysumpthin2974]

Those are the original traction bars for the older models (very valuable),

[@thewriter2549]

@@guysumpthin2974 Really? Looks like for 1966 Shelby GT350?

[@guysumpthin2974]

@@thewriter2549 65 /66 , shelby called them “under-rides” , great design, knock-offs are available, but yours look like the original . They will work/look amazing, along with that 7200rpm 427 side-oiler, that you will find (or it will find you) .

[@jeffpickett9730]

Great find Jerry, congratulations!! You’re on your way now! Boy I wish I knew you well enough to be able to keep up on how the restoration process is going for you. I think that would be amazing to watch. I’m going to pray that you are able to post pics when it’s done or maybe even during the build if you want to. We’d all love to keep up. Either way good luck with everything!!

[@joehayes7908]

So, what was the selling price?

[@danieljanssen4580]

CONGRATULATIONS Jerry! Looking forward to any and all updates….great opportunity to document a full restoration from start to finish. Again, congrats on the find of a lifetime👍

[@marshaedwards1328]

Congratulations! What a find. My son is struggling to finish restoring a1969 GT 500 Shelby that his dad bought and had the car torn down to frame. He got sick with a rare cancer from Agent Orange and died in 2016. My son has been working on it ever since .

[@thewriter2549]

Good luck with that. Let us know how that goes and when you get it done.

[@brandonknight7240]

Very sharp car

[@jefffox2750]

Sorry to hear that. Assume he was in Vietnam? If so, do you know when and what area?

[@marshaedwards1328]

@@jefffox2750 yes he was in 101st Airborne in Phu Bai area.

[@MarkRutter]

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[@Elon6of9]

If u only had someone along that knew something about Shelby Mustangs - Not ! These guys are unreal with their knowledge .

[@tednugentlives]

Walking encyclopedia. Might as well be Kevin Marti himself

[@shadygraves]

My dad bought '67 GT350 Fastback, with the 390- 4 on the floor, brand new back in '67. He said it was really too much car for the road back then. He said Alabama State Troopers wouldn't even try. I have ONE PHOTO of that car.

[@52lap]

what he had was a S CODE mustang! GT350 never had a 390 in them. S CODE is the famous Bullit car I had one in 69

[@garycamara9955]

The GT 350 was a 289/302. They were never 390 cars.

[@rickreese5794]

Had Bill Strope’s mechanic rebuild a 390 over 40 years ago, balance Blue printed, dropped into a Ford Truck, WOW. 😂💯👌👍

[@svwhippoorwill3599]

I was all of 16 years old in 1982 when I saw a Shelby Cobra sitting in a barn in Indiana. We were painting the barn and saw something covered with some blankets to protect it from the pigeon shit. As a curious kid, I went in and pulled back the cover......and I fell in love. The owners had parked a disk, plow and planter around it to keep it there. Always wonder what became of it.

[@thewriter2549]

Is this the car that I wrote about "Cobra in a Barn" in my Rare Finds column in Hot Rod Mustang?

[@terencerucker3244]

Noticing that the Fenders were replaced without obvious damage mean that the famous Midwest road salt must have been at work. Good luck with the restoration. Keep a video journal of the restoration such as Jo Daddy's Garage does with his restorations. It would be a blast to see this project come together.

[@fraidykat]

Two custom guys who still revere and respected their roots and aren't bent on chop slam shave jacking everything they can get their hands on.... ...uncommon indeed. Respect commands respect

[@markvincent5992]

Only a moron or someone who has no soul would molest a Shelby. You’re right about the guys.👍😎

[@mgbreis8506]

Every time I drive past a barn I wonder, "Hmmm, what's in there?" So cool!

[@lynnestamey7272]

Out in the middle of nowhere is where the barns are located! That's why you end up in the back of beyond to get the barn finds! Yay! Thank you for the story I love it!

[@majik2465]

Jerry-good to see another Shelby Mustang saved from just sitting in a barn. I know it will take awhile to "do it right", but please keep us posted on your progress on bringing this old girl back to life!

[@thewriter2549]

I will for sure. Thanks.

[@catmanrescue1]

A ghost car coming back to life is awesome. learned alot watching ,,me fav car , being a disabled vet and having to raise my daughter by myself after her mom was Killed by 4 teens , so its been a dream car for me ,,, thx for sharing.

[@bernardchesneau3091]

Bits of the car everywhere, is there anyone out there capable of keeping a car in one piece with these barn finds...

[@terryeustice5399]

Congratulations on the find. Hope we can see some videos on the restoration! Thanks for sharing!

[@planecrazy400]

Congrats Jerry! Keep up the great work sharing amazing barn finds! You are a legend!

[@UberPilot]

That’s pretty awesome. Red…..check Four speed…..check Inbound headlights…check!!!! I love it!!!!

[@joshthemediocre7824]

I feel really lucky to have grown up with a favorite uncle who had a 68 gt350 from the time i was born. Not too many people ever even get to ride in a Shelby and i cruised around in one every summer until about 1997. He finally sold his mint candy red 68 Shelby and at the time $35k was a lot, but Gone in 60 seconds come out not long after and the prices of them went thru the roof because of Eleanor. Plus it was originally a 1 of 6 Raven black w/ black luxury seats car, so it would be so valuable today, it always drove perfectly.

[@wolley2012]

Too bad he sold it. Whats it worth today a couple hundred k.

[@1982MCI]

@@wolley2012 easy

[@melbourne-heat.69-71]

I remember buying that same exact car when I got back from Vietnam.. Shelby GT500. Super Shake with a 428 Cobra motor..Got the 4-speed. I believe it was close to 360 HP.. I went right to the dealership I believe I paid $8,000 for her..Brand new..Big Bucks for 1967..I had the Need for Speed at the time that was the car to get. That car was definitely a beast.. beautiful collection of Mustangs you have there I know the convertible is very rare that was also expensive when it first came out..👉🏻👍

[@markvincent5992]

Great memories for you! I’m one of the many who has never been in a Shelby Mustang. I did get a memorable ride in a 427 Cobra though. I couldn’t peel the $20 off the windshield until he let off. It was worth it! lol best wishes y’all

[@krynott]

This was the one my dad was going to buy but it was gone before we got there. Nice to see it will finally be restored.

[@harryjohnson8605]

You tell good car stories. You are own your way to becoming a legend. Your stories has a john boy Walton vibe

[@thewriter2549]

You think so? Well, gets my attention because that "freelance" tag on my shirt was a slam for years. At KZbin my name is on the building - er, channel. I'd be in 15 different magazines on the newsstand some months, but only certain people noticed.

[@NomadXplorer]

As a kid I had dozens of models of specifically this car. I can't wait to see your restoration on it. Congrats on your purchase!

[@thewriter2549]

Cool, thanks!

[@jamesclemons3844]

Thank you for providing this video. It's very entertaining but it also inspires a younger and newer generation of Americans to be passionate about classic cars.

[@thewriter2549]

This is my intent, to transmit the joy of old cars. I urge people to contact me with such cars and history. I pay finder's fees. Email ([e-mail]) or call 806-236-3681.

[@richardlovins6222]

You never know what your going to find in old barn ❤

[@pyrowillie]

At 70 years old, these videos and I mean all of Jerry's videos, always brightens my day.. First car I bought and paid for was a 69 Camaro SS.. I'd sell my soul to the Devil to have that car back.. Thank you

[@savannahlt1]

Jerry, please have more on your new car. Love to see the journey from here and all theway to giving those sons a turn at the wheel of this car.

[@thewriter2549]

That's the plan. Only had the car a couple weeks and it is already on the rotisserie!

[@whatyoumakeofit6635]

@@thewriter2549 lol

[@marcbee1234]

@@thewriter2549 Congrats on your awesome barn find, hopefully you document the build, we'd love to see the entire process including specific parts used and how difficult any of them were to come across!!!

[@jimlangholff2831]

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[@mindeloman]

@@thewriter2549 Jerry, what's your time projection/guess on it getting completed?

[@lisamitchell1355]

I live in globe Az and I remember for years seeing a GT 500, Green, on the reservation I would pass when I went fishing at Takalai lake

[@the7thprezz]

I'm always amazed at the knowledge Jeff has about every detail of literally every single part on these cars. Congrats on the barn find!

[@terryjoyner4457]

I would like to know what he paid for it

[@keithhill8409]

Great to see another one saved! Congrats on the car Jerry! Please keep us updated on the restoration progress.

[@thewriter2549]

That's the plan!

[@joshhuffine4522]

Jerry, you deserve this . For showing all these videos of "barn finds" I'm very happy for you. Thanks for the videos!!.

[@thewriter2549]

Yeah, but except for Dan and the owners, I would not have this car. Through the years, people with cars seem to call the people in the video (or magazine article) instead of me. I wish they would call me sometimes. My number and email is on the channel page. 806-236-3681 and [e-mail]

[@joshhuffine4522]

@@thewriter2549 if I ever come across something for ya,, ill definitely get in contact with ya. I'm always looking. Those guys sure know there stuff on those Shelby's!!.

[@thewriter2549]

@@joshhuffine4522 Thanks Josh

[@johnfairchild3421]

I want one before I die. When I was in second grade my sister had a boyfriend had a 67 I can still hear and feel the rumble of that beautiful beast omg

[@Dredd2K]

Such an incredible video. Congratulations Jerry! You deserved this after so many years of hard work! We're all so happy and proud of you!

[@thewriter2549]

thanks, this was very different because for the first time I was the one getting his dream car

[@Dredd2K]

@@thewriter2549 you deserve it more then anyone Jerry

[@markvincent5992]

Make her live again, my friend! Best wishes for you both

[@Raven00714]

Glad to see American history saved , you guys rock Happy father's day

[@billcarlson1730]

We need to see a series of videos as the restoration progresses. Happy for you Jerry.

[@markvincent5992]

So cool. I’m glad to see this car go to someone who really wanted it. I hope it comes back and is loved and enjoyed.

[@duggervaughan8768]

So damned happy for you Jerry. This was meant to be for you. I'm so very proud of the men that took the time to help you with the ordeal of figuring it all out. That's what it's all about, genuine friends helping genuine friends. I can hardly wait to see it all done and the little bro getting to finally drive it!! Ha!! Great content as always Jerry. Keep em coming!!

[@thewriter2549]

Thanks Dugger, I was very surprised to see so many people happy that I bought this Shelby. We're going to restore it and show the process and I'm thinking about buying something else and restoring it, same deal.

[@duggervaughan8768]

@@thewriter2549 and that "something else" is..?

[@thewriter2549]

@@duggervaughan8768 I don't know for sure. I just think I'm breaking out to buy another car, so looking for interesting possibilities.

[@PageMarker1]

@@thewriter2549 What mattered to me most is that the sellers were content within themselves in selling it to 'you' as it was a bit bittersweet for them to sell it at all.

[@genehaggard3348]

Hey

[@bisket2003]

The amount of knowledge this man has on this car is so incredible. Talk about someone who's devoted to such a beautiful creation.

[@howardrodner2302]

Congratulations Jerry! I can feel your excitement. Keep us posted on the progress!

[@Powerstroke98]

I often wonder, what happens to these old cars after restoration, when its owner passes on? All the pride of working on it, and being the first one to take it for a drive must be something most of us will never feel. I've loved these old Mustangs as much as the next guy, and had a buddy that's owned many back in the '70's, always fastbacks, and always 4 speeds. Haven't seen him in years, but my bet is he still has a Mustang of some kind! Myself, in my youth where Chevy's, as at 17 I bought my first car, which was a nice running '57 Chev Bel Air, 283 automatic, and I have a ton of memories with that car. After that I had a '67 Chevy II, 327 4 speed, I paid $1,500. for, and wish I had kept of course, knowing what they go for now! In the end though, never having had a fastback Mustang, they still grab my attention faster than any other car, and will see them in car shows only unfortunately. I just hope those that have them, truly realize just how fortunate it is to own one!

[@troy-from-cjrc]

I'm so happy for you, all these years documenting other peoples dreams coming true and it's finally your turn. I also agree with the other commenters who want to see a series following the restoration of your dream car.

[@guysumpthin2974]

That was his plan (to video the restoration) the entire time

[@dm7097]

The amount of knowledge he has is absolutely incredible! I’m lucky enough to remember where all the parts go to my car. Lol

[@Mike583]

Jeff is a walking encyclopedia of Shelby's! After all these years, people are still finding these hidden jewels! Back in the early 70's, there was a '65 or '66 Shelby sitting in a backyard in Seymour, IN. I don't know whatever happened to it.

[@keithphillips6111]

Congratulations sir. I'm 48 right now and my dream is to own a 63-7 Corvette. I also want a 70 chevelle. Those dreams have been in my head since I was a little kid. I'm happy yours has come true and I hope you keep us updated.

[@thewriter2549]

That's a dream that can come true. Send me an email. I'll star it and let's see.

[@vl2230]

This was worth the wait. Enjoyed every second. Thank you Jerry for sharing!

[@samgentile7494]

I love these kinds of restoration videos, since I have owned many of the 60's classic cars when they were brand new with that new car smell. Unlike today, back then they were all very affordable when brand new.

[@D-Ross86]

"no wind, no draft, i still don't know what made that door slam" 😂🤣😆😂🤣😆

[@markvincent5992]

The spirit of the ‘Stang?

[@garryhatchett775]

Congratulations! What an awesome find. I hope you’ll be sharing the restoration process. Looking forward to following its progress.

[@thewriter2549]

I am sharing, yes, video on the way, I am thinking in a series as they get done

[@zachniverson8816]

You sir are a very very wonderful human being. People with values, integrity, and considerate are in short supply these days. For you to even consider, yet you flat out offered to let them drive something that their father drive and something that they've wanted to drive almost their entire life is something that money can't buy and no man can take away.

[@thewriter2549]

I have a great deal of trust in car people, meaning car enthusiasts, which these two brothers are.

[@joebradley7317]

Congratulations Jerry on the new to you wheels. I know you know of Dennis Collins & he has many parts for all kinds of Shelbys that he might just help you with. Doesn't hurt to ask, and he would probably be willing to help you save another Mustang cause that is what he does on a regular basis. Same day you posted your video Dennis posted a 69 Shelby save. Look him up for hard to find Shelby parts. Good Luck !!

[@chadsimmons6347]

That Collins guy would want too much, there is a guy in Adrain Mo that has old camaro & mustang stuff 4 cheap

[@transcend3507]

Jerry, Congrats on your "New" Shelby! 👍 Another Shelby barn find owner too that found his '66 Paxton Hertz car in '76! When completed, "drive it like you stole it"!😀

[@markvincent5992]

Mr. Shelby is somewhere smiling.

[@Jared_DaVinci]

Man I'm so happy for you I'm glad you found you 1

[@thewriter2549]

Thanks, it came out of the blue. I was completely surprised. Now we have a project car for more videos, all very exciting.

[@T51B1]

Congrats on your find! Perfect starting point to build the car the way you want and have something you can get out and drive and not have to worry about everything being factory correct, numbers matching, low mileage, etc.

[@markvincent5992]

Considering the low mileage and completeness of the car and parts, it would be a shame not to bring it back to stock. It is a Shelby so drive it like ya stole it and then fix it as needed. They were meant to be driven and enjoyed; seem reasonable to me!

[@bosseliminator]

Congrats on the Shelby find Jerry.

[@thewriter2549]

Thanks 👍

[@davebrittain9216]

Happy for you Jerry! Would just love it if you gave the occasional update with it being restored. Thanks

[@thewriter2549]

I plan to, and already have video on work up to putting on rotisserie.

[@davebrittain9216]

@@thewriter2549 Hey Jerry I am curious, what got you hooked on the Shelby Mustangs? I can tell you that I got hooked on Mustangs because both my older brothers had them when I was around 10 years old and when I was in high school I had a 68 S code GT fastback and a 68 T code coupe. Have two 68 coupes now and have many over the years.

[@brennanpatrick]

Congrats, Jerry. I absolutely love watching your videos. A project car series would be something I would definitely watch!

[@thewriter2549]

thanks, and we jumped right on this resto, already on the rotisserie, and you will see

[@guysumpthin2974]

As long as its not jeff

[@poppycock6572]

Man! This is a deep, forensic project. It's a real time, full size Revell model kit. Have fun.

[@donshotrodgarage1717]

Congrats Jerry! I think that Shelby has been waiting 41 years for you to come get it! That will be one sharp car back in stock colors! I enjoyed the video Buddy👍

[@thewriter2549]

Thanks, kind of feels that way and to think it was still there after all those years. I am still stunned so much that when I see the car in Jason's shop I can hardly believe it is mine. I do need a 428 Police Interceptor engine and a set of those dual fours and the oval air cleaner assembly.

[@donshotrodgarage1717]

@@thewriter2549 Well Great find and good luck on the restoration! Im sure the parts will turn up for that car👍

[@Merylstreep1949]

Very cool! Love your channel since the stories and the cars are so cool. I grew up in the muscle era and my dad was a salesman at a Buick dealer so I got to see as a kid a Stage 1 GSX, a 70 Superbird and a 62 Skylark. So cheers and keep the stories coming!

[@thewriter2549]

Thanks Chris

[@PonywarehouseNet]

I love watching Jeff in action! Congratulations! Looks like a fun project. It will be an awesome day when the brothers can experience driving this Shelby!

[@thewriter2549]

You got that right!

[@haffrods7055]

Congrats Jerry. I REALLY enjoyed watching the parts being uncovered. I feel that since it's not numbers matching, it can be driven a lot more and enjoyed. Jim Wix probably has the original engine. Lol

[@markvincent5992]

I agree completely! But then, I would probably drive an original numbers car and to heck with worrying about the price.

[@carlmclelland7624]

Jerry, I forwarded this to a good friend of mine. He's a former GT-350 owner and presently has a fully restored Tiger. Andy Walker is his name if you know him. Incredible find, I drooled all over my keyboard watching it! Carl (retired Sunbeam Alpine and Lotus 61 racer)

[@thewriter2549]

Hey thanks, Carl. I wanted one of these for so long. I wanted to share the thrill with everybody, same for restoration.

[@foxbodymotorsports]

Congratulations on getting the Unicorn!!! Looking forward to following along the journey of getting it back on the streets! Very cool stuff Jerry. It's great to have friends that share an incredible passion for these cars - and even better when they help do things like this!

[@thewriter2549]

Yes, and when a friend gives a friend the opportunity to buy a car like this. That is the fact that if I could make the resolution of this story would fascinate to the maximum. Maybe the story doesn't know until something happens at the end to reveal it.

[@buffdoc46]

@@thewriter2549 Dennis Collins may have some

[@thewriter2549]

@@buffdoc46 I got a few parts from viewers

[@buffdoc46]

@Jerry Heasley that's fantastic, really look forward to the restoration process. I bet you still wake up pumped every day.

[@HoundDogMech]

I had a 64&1/2 - 65 289 with 2 4 barrels & 4 speed FastBack (Black/White interior) with the round Enameled Cobra Snake in each Front Fender. I owned it From Sept '68 to 1978-9. Sold it to a 15 year old boy who wanted to restore it, For $100. 2 years ago I stopped where I had Delivered the Mustang, but the People didn't live there anymore. The gentleman that now owned the house in Sussex WI. mentioned he had Bought it 7 years ago and when he first looked at the house he remembered seeing an Old Black Mustang in a Lean To next to the Garage. Didn't pay any attention if it was restored or not.

[@tednugentlives]

Considering fastbacks didn't come out til 65, a 64 1/2 is rare.

[@TOM-C.]

Congrats Jerry! I realize it will likely be a long drawn out process to find all the parts, and build her to spec, but please document the build for us devoted fans. On second thought, you're well know in the circle so have a lot of connections, and this build may not take as long as it otherwise would, lets hope that's the case for you Jerry! 😁😎🎄🎅👍✌

[@thewriter2549]

Yeah, already had friends in the hobby helping. Still looking for the dual four carb's and the Cobra oval air cleaner assembly, 428 P.I. engine, 1967 4-speed Top Loader for big block, some fiberglass pieces, and so on.

[@TOM-C.]

@@thewriter2549 I hope the search will be a short one. Maybe do a vlog letting us know how rare, and difficult to locate some of these parts are. Can't wait for the first rebuild vlog, cheers Jerry! 👍✌

[@MikesFitnessGoals]

Congratulations Jerry! I love watching your stories. So glad you found and purchased your dream car.

[@agrammie5668]

Amazing, I love Ratt‼️

[@1979bobhd]

I am from Nebraska and when I was young there were barn finds all across the state and the 60's muscle cars were ticket some had been wrecked, some had been put in storage from family members and some were it was my son's car he was killed in Vietnam and so on but once the the old became collectibles and drove the price up people flocked to Nebraska to scoop up the treasures. Not many left there anymore.

[@markvincent5992]

Dry storage. Doesn’t often happen up here in Michigan, tin worm is epidemic

[@LITTLE1994]

Save the classics!!

[@cpw2k217]

The way I see it the 1967 Shelby GT-500 when they were new or fully restored may be the most perfect vehicle ever created.

[@markvincent5992]

Not sure but I wouldn’t wanna live on the difference between it and a’63 250 Ferrari GTO. Both gorgeous,

[@chrisweaver3106]

Wonderful

[@jwkayk360]

Incredible find with incredible people. Please keep us updated on the restoration!

[@bzamski17]

That single wheel peel was not impressive

[@thewriter2549]

For 500 bucks I'm putting a Track Lok in mine.

[@melchiando]

Ratt, out of the cellar Is a great album, fits the car like a glove

[@sozei]

Anybody want to take a guess how much he bought the car for?

[@tinkerbear3458]

Really cool to see a guy who is so well versed on something like this. Dude really knows his stuff.

[@afterhoursfab]

I'm not into Mustangs, but watch for the stories. I'm a truck guy though and that GMC cabover is sweet!

[@davidmaggard9403]

Congratulations Jerry if any one deserves this car it's you so happy to see this fine car go to you keep every one updated on the restore it will be the best .thanks Jerry on all your adventures

[@thewriter2549]

Thanks 👍 I have to admit this is so fun and I am more motivated to do restoration follow up's seeing a car go together that I own? Owning this car has still not fully sunk in.

[@davidmaggard9403]

@@thewriter2549 you have got the team to help you with it best group in the world on Shelby mustangs .

[@dougcoleburn1579]

Congratulations Jerry! Enjoy the build!

[@thewriter2549]

Thanks, will do!

[@dougeaton2446]

Wanna see her when she's finished!!!!!! Congrats on getting that awesome dream car!

[@thewriter2549]

Thanks Doug.

[@chuckb9867]

Cobra love at its finest Jerry word of advice has long as you are working on the car try to do whatever one thing every 3 or 4 days so the build won't get stalled out one friend of mine is almost done with the Camaro and I sold another friend to Trans Am about 5 years ago and he hasn't done anything with it it's sitting outside in his yard right now stalled out I told my buddy with the Camaro just every few days to one thing and you could sleep good at night great story I have a 93 Cobra I bought brand new with 93 36,000 MI

[@roberta4989]

Awesome video footage. Retired mechanic, loved the parts being found upstairs. For me it was similar to heading to the junkyard and finding the year and color car I needed parts from. Like hitting the jackpot. Thanks for the adventure!

[@thewriter2549]

Cool, thanks

[@markweber7275]

Looking forward seeing how your dream project progresses. This Shelby going to a good home.

[@corporalclegg914]

06:41 the middle of nowhere is where those gems are found these days there’s much Ford Motor Co Mustang Shelby GT knowledge up in that loft & the lady that keeps all these boys in-line & well-fed

[@deewiedman7384]

who knew how special these old pony cars would be 50 plus years later, just love this stuff, shelbys just are so cool,

[@malibubarbie5349]

Wish I could find my 1979 Z-28. It was factory ordered. 350 V-8, 4 speed, Aluminum wheels, Positraction rear end...Cheers to the ones that find those great old cars...

[@jimking4088]

There is a barn in Sequim, WA that has TWO Shelby GT350s tucked away in it along with more other stuff than most people can even imagine. I was in the barn about 10yrs ago when I sold the owner a pair of Jag XJ6s, one with 350/350 in it. I was amazed at the collection of stuff crammed into that barn.

[@thewriter2549]

send me an email - if these make a story I pay good finder's fees - [e-mail]

[@charliefox7206]

WOW. Plaza Fiber Glass. That is a shocker, supplying parts to Ford. In the 1970's I worked for Mack Truck Canada. During that time we brought on Plaza Fiberglass as a supplier, to make hoods. My dad had a Chev Vega with rusted out front fenders. I talked to the owners about making a left and right fenders. No Problem. Within a short period of time I was the proud owner of two Plaza Fiberglass fenders, in primer. Brought a can of paint and on the afternoon shift, the fenders were painted. A week later the fenders were on the car. My dad was thrilled.🦊

[@RanasRadar]

you weren't kidding! this is amazing, thanks Jerry!

[@joeldeleon7646]

Saw your AWESOME purchase and reminded me of a '67 Shelby I bought and sold in the late eighties. It was a drag car and was sold to a Mexico customer. I kept the original steering wheel, gas cap and Shelby VIN plate which I still have in the attic. ( I also personally owned a '69 GT 500 which I traded in for a '72 cutlass supreme). Good luck with your project !

[@thewriter2549]

Thanks Joel, interesting story. Would you send me an email - [e-mail]

[@burlingtonbill1]

Jerry - hope to see this car when it's done !

[@seanmcelheran4633]

Congrats Jerry well worth the wait...

[@thewriter2549]

Thanks Sean.

[@tennesseepride5255]

Please keep us posted on this cars restoration journey. Awesome find.

[@thewriter2549]

That's the plan!

[@Mitch2294]

Im not a Ford guy but I understand your passion for cars. I love seeing a rare classic in good loving hands I know you are going to do it right . Congratulations and keep us posted on the progress. Thanks for sharing your dream with us.

[@thewriter2549]

Thanks Mitchell, will do my best.

[@nickhoffman5524]

Jerry congrats on the new family member keep us updated

[@thewriter2549]

You got it

[@tednugentlives]

My dad didnt let me drive his Shelby when i turned 16. 😢..thank you pop..Week 4 of it restoration now..

[@skinnerhound2660]

Congratulations Jerry, very happy you finally found your dream car. Life is about relationships and car friends are the best. I came home this afternoon and watched this after I coincidentally left a buddy's house who has this exact car only perfectly restored. Best wishes on this journey, looks like you're in good hands.

[@thewriter2549]

Yes, and this car I found through a friend, so not my find. Exact car down to color and inboards?

[@skinnerhound2660]

Inboard, slanted grille.