This 1970 Shelby GT350 is the kind of car that doesn’t come around often—and when it does, the right buyer recognizes it immediately. One of just 261 carryover fastbacks sold as 1970 models, and one of only five finished in Acapulco Blue over black, this is rare air in the Shelby world.

But what makes this car truly interesting isn’t just the numbers—it’s the story.

Originally owned, then parked for over three decades, and later brought back to life by someone who understood what it deserved, this GT350 has been carefully refurbished and subtly upgraded to be driven, not just displayed. It’s not a museum piece—it’s a Shelby with purpose.

Finished in its correct Acapulco Blue, the car carries that unmistakable Shelby presence. The fiberglass front end, NACA-style hood, chin spoiler, and trunk-mounted wing all come together with a look that’s aggressive without trying too hard. The center-exit exhaust gives it that signature rear view—clean, purposeful, and undeniably Shelby.

Under the hood sits a 351 Windsor V8, breathing through a four-barrel carburetor and ram-air setup. Factory-rated at 290 horsepower, but let’s be honest—what matters is how it feels. It’s strong, responsive, and delivers that deep, unmistakable Ford small-block sound. This is the kind of engine that pulls with authority and keeps pulling.

Backing it is a retrofitted automatic transmission with a manual valve body—an upgrade that gives you control when you want it, without sacrificing drivability. It’s a setup that seasoned owners appreciate: simple, durable, and ready to handle real use. And for the purist, the original FMX transmission and driveshaft are included—giving you options down the road.

The car sits right, and that matters. Staggered BFGoodrich tires wrapped around 15-inch Shelby wheels keep it planted, while Wilwood four-wheel disc brakes bring modern stopping power into the mix. This isn’t just about going—it’s about having the confidence to drive it the way it was meant to be driven.

Inside, it stays true to its roots with black upholstery, woodgrain accents, and the proper Shelby touches. The Sport Deck rear seat, center console, and roll bar all reinforce its performance intent, while factory SelectAire air conditioning and a RetroSound Bluetooth stereo make it a car you can actually live with. It’s comfortable without losing its edge.

On the road, this GT350 delivers a raw, connected experience. The kind of driving feel that’s been lost in modern cars. You hear it, you feel it, and you’re part of it every second behind the wheel.

What sets this car apart is the balance between rarity, history, and usability. Documented by an Elite Marti Report, showing low miles, and backed by a story that spans decades, it checks the boxes that serious buyers care about—while still being a car you won’t be afraid to drive.

This isn’t a car you buy because it’s trendy.

It’s one you buy because you understand what a real Shelby is—and how few honest ones like this are left.

If you’ve been waiting for the right one, this might be it.

Because cars like this don’t just hold value—

They hold meaning.