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1968 Shelby GT350 Fastback

The 1968 Mustang fastback served as the basis for the legendary Bullitt movie car driven by Steve McQueen in the iconic San Francisco chase scene.
8T02J145678
302 CID V8
Engine
Fastback
Body
Metuchen, NJ
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1968 Shelby GT350

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 8 1968
Plant Code T Metuchen, NJ
Model Code 02 GT350
Engine Code J 302 CID V8
Serial Number 145678 Production #145678

Basic Information

MakeShelby
ModelGT350
Year1968
TrimGT350
Body StyleFastback
ManufacturerShelby
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine302 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement302 CID
Horsepower210 HP
Compression Ratio9.0:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantMetuchen, NJ
Plant CodeT
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence98%

Original Specifications

Weight2723
Length183.6
Height51.6
Width70.9
Wheelbase108
Rear tread58.5

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $2712.00
No. Produced 42581

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 2723 lbs
Length 183.6 in.
Height 51.6 in.
Width 70.9 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Make Ford
Displacement 200 cu. in.
Type Single downdraft
Type Constant mesh
Brake Horsepower 115@3800 hp
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (16)
Exhaust System Single
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Radiator Down flow
Cooling System 9.5 Quarts
Fuel Type Regular
Battery 12 V
Optional Equipment 390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment Speed control device
Optional Equipment 302 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Power antenna
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment Radio
Steering Gear Magic Circle recirculating ball
Rear Suspension Longitudinal leaf spring
Front Suspension Independent ball joint with coil springs
Drive Rear wheel drive
VIN Location On tab on instrument panel close to windshield on passenger side visible from outside.
Spare Location Trunk
Tire Size 6.95 x 14
Series Mustang
Model Year 1968
Origin United States
Body Maker Ford
Model Number 63A
Brake Size 9 in.
Service Dual hydraulic
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Oil 5 qt.
Fuel 16 gal.
Rear Differential 2.5 pt.
Transmission 3.5 pt.
Carburetor Autolite
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Differential Ratio 3.2 :1
Differential Hypoid
Wheelbase 108 in.
Rear Tread 58.5 in.
Compression Ratio-Std 8.8 :1
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Main Bearings 7
Cylinders 6
Rated Horsepower 32.5 hp
Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Torque 190@2200 ft/lbs
Clutch Type Semicentrifugal
No. Of Gears 3
1st 2.99 :1
2nd 1.75 :1
3rd 1 :1
5th Not applicable :1
Reverse 3.17 :1
B &s 3.68 & 3.13

Enhanced Data Note: The enhanced vehicle data shown above represents the base vehicle configuration as manufactured. Individual vehicles may vary depending on factory options and modifications made throughout the vehicle's history.