what is the origin of the 350 in the GT 350 name?

Asked by geriohmy Feb 14, 2013 at 02:33 PM about the 1965 Ford Mustang Shelby Coupe GT350 RWD

Question type: General

2 Answers
725

Frank answered 11 years ago

from william jeannes in Shelby forum ..... Shelby produced these cars first at the Shelby American facility in Venice, California, and later at a larger compound at the edge of the L.A. airport. He based his unnamed car on a stock Mustang fastback powered by the 289 High Performance V8, optional in certain Ford models. After several meetings failed to produce a name for the racing Mustang, Shelby named the car GT350-because 350 feet separated the Shelby American production shop from its race shop.

14 people found this helpful.
Mark helpful
135

Aaron answered 6 years ago

what about 500 ? that is the correct answer though for the 350

10 people found this helpful.
Mark helpful

Your Answer:

Related Questions

Shortcuts

Search Ford Mustang Questions

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    Gene Arnett
    Reputation
    3,160
  • #2
    Bob Beaman
    Reputation
    2,690
  • #3
    rst429
    Reputation
    2,640
View All

Find great deals from top-rated dealers

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used Chevrolet Corvette
26 Great Deals out of 1,064 listings starting at $15,871
Used Dodge Charger
35 Great Deals out of 643 listings starting at $4,888

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.