Shelby GT500
The ultimate big-block Mustang, blending Le Mans-winning DNA with brutal street performance.
- Power
- 355 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 6.2 s
- Top speed
- 132 mph
- Est. value
- $185k–$450k
About the Shelby GT500
The 1967 Shelby GT500 marked a significant shift for Shelby American, moving away from the track-focused GT350 toward a more powerful and comfortable grand tourer. It was the first Shelby Mustang to feature a big-block engine, the 428-cubic-inch 'Police Interceptor' V8, topped with dual Holley four-barrel carburetors. Visually, the 1967 model is distinguished by its aggressive fiberglass bodywork, including a functional hood scoop, side intakes, and a ducktail spoiler. It remains one of the most iconic muscle cars ever produced, famously immortalised as 'Eleanor' in popular culture.
Shelby GT500 specs
The Shelby GT500 produces 355 bhp (265 kW) and 569 Nm (420 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 6.2 seconds and has a top speed of 132 mph (212 km/h).
| Make | Shelby |
|---|---|
| Model | GT500 |
| Trim | GT500 (1967) |
| Years | 1967 |
| Type | Muscle |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | United States |
| Production | About 2,050 built |
| Original price | About $4,200 when new |
| Engine | 7.0-litre 428 Police Interceptor V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 7,014 cc (7.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 355 bhp (265 kW) at 5,400 rpm |
| Torque | 569 Nm (420 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 6.2 s |
| Top speed | 132 mph (212 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,529 kg (3,371 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 232 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Shelby GT500 worth?
A typical Shelby GT500 is estimated to be worth $185,000 – $450,000 (about £138,000 – £336,000).
Its original price when new was about $4,200.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Shelby GT500 rarity in CarSpot
The Shelby GT500 is a Unicorn card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 100 out of 100. The rarest tier: hypercars, one-offs and cars built in tiny numbers, typically fewer than about 500. A Unicorn card is worth 320 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Shelby GT500 fun facts
- The 1967 GT500 was the last model year to be fully built at the Shelby American facility in Los Angeles before production moved to Michigan.
- Though officially rated at 355 hp for insurance purposes, the actual output of the dual-quad 428 V8 was widely believed to be closer to 400 hp.
- The 1967 model featured unique horizontal sequential tail lights borrowed from the 1967 Mercury Cougar.
