Eleonor - 1967 Ford Mustang GT500

I was shocked and fascinated when I saw the recent 2008 Trans Sport Show showcasing timeless cars which I and my son attended last week. Imagine only 2,048 units were manufactured and maybe distributed world wide. I never thought we have that in the Philippines.

Think about this: prformance muscle car from 1967 Mercury Cougar tail light panel minus the chrome trim, a flip-up spoiler, and two sets of air scoops on each side. This was also the first American car to feature a factory roll bar.

Another is a series of Ford Mustangs specially modified by Carroll Shelby’s company and sold as a series. A 428-in³ (7 L) big-block V8 pumping out well over 350 bhp where the early Shelby Mustangs were very competition oriented This is also one of the most famous Shelby Mustangs. A modified GT500 clone, known as “Eleanor“, was featured alongside Nicholas Cage in the 2000 remake of Gone in 60 Seconds.

Retail price in 1967:
Shelby GT500: $4,195
Power disc brakes: $63.77
Power steering: $84.47
Shoulder harness: $50.76
Select-O-Matic transmission: $50.00
Air conditioner, SelectAire: $356.09
Exhaust emission control system: $45.45 Closed crankcase emission system: $5.19 Fold-down rear seat (mandatory): $64.77 Radio, AM push-button: $57.51
Deluxe wheels: $185.00
Rallye stripe: $34.95

Price today range from $90K for a restorable derelict upward to $200K for a vehicle with a proper provenance and race history.