A real Las Vegas–built Shelby

Offered by Collectible Motorcar of Atlanta is a properly documented 2008 Ford Mustang Shelby GT Convertible, CSM No. 08SGT1606 – a real Las Vegas–built Shelby, not a clone or tribute. Showing just 28,865 miles and finished in Vista Blue Clearcoat Metallic with classic silver Le Mans stripes, this drop-top Shelby combines open-air cruising with factory-engineered Shelby performance and a full paper trail back to Shelby Automobiles.

Built as a GT Premium at Ford's Flat Rock assembly plant, this Mustang was then shipped new to Shelby Automobiles in Las Vegas for the full Shelby GT conversion. The original Ford window sticker and the separate Shelby Automobiles window sticker are both included and document the complete Shelby package: Ford Racing Handling Package, Ford Racing Power Upgrade Package, Shelby Appearance Package, and 3.55 rear axle assembly.

Exterior & Shelby Appearance
The Vista Blue / silver stripe combination is one of the most iconic looks of the S197 era and it presents exactly the way you want a Shelby to look. The Shelby Appearance Package adds:

Functional hood scoop with billet hood pins

Billet upper grille with fog light delete and running pony emblem

“Shelby GT” rocker stripes and correct badging

Side scoops and unique front and rear fascias

18-inch premium aluminum wheels

Black power convertible top with a Shelby appearance bar

In the trunk you will find the large Shelby GT display panel featuring Carroll Shelby's signature and matching CSM number – an attention-getter at any show and a great conversation piece that reinforces this car's authenticity.

Drivetrain & Shelby/Ford Racing Upgrades
Under the hood is Ford's 4.6-liter V8, enhanced by the Shelby-installed Ford Racing Power Upgrade Package. From the Shelby Automobiles documentation, this package consists of:

Ford Racing 90mm cold-air intake

Ford Racing performance mufflers

Performance X-pipe exhaust

Pro-Cal performance calibration (installed by Shelby)

The result is a sharper, more responsive Shelby GT that pulls harder through the mid-range and sounds like a proper Shelby should without being obnoxious on the highway. A Ford Racing/Shelby strut-tower brace ties the front suspension together and visually sets the engine bay apart.

Power is sent through a 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive to a 3.55:1 rear axle, giving this Shelby GT the right balance of punch off the line and relaxed cruising rpm. This is a car you can comfortably drive to a show several hours away, enjoy with the top down, and then still be proud to pop the hood.

Chassis, Handling & Braking
The Ford Racing Handling Package, also installed during the Shelby conversion, transforms the way this car drives compared with a standard GT. It includes:

Lowering springs

Upgraded front and rear dampers

Thicker front and rear sway bars

Ford Racing strut-tower brace

The stance is lower and more purposeful, and the car feels noticeably more tied down in corners without a harsh ride. Power disc brakes at all four corners and performance tires provide confident stopping power befitting a factory-engineered Shelby.

Interior & Comfort
Inside, this Shelby GT Convertible features a clean Dark Charcoal leather interior with front bucket seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and brushed aluminum dash trim. The dash proudly wears the Shelby Automobiles plaque with the matching CSM number, 08SGT1606.

A modern Pioneer touchscreen head unit and upgraded speakers have been installed, giving you Bluetooth connectivity, HD Radio, and improved audio quality while maintaining an OEM-plus look. The black power convertible top operates smoothly, and the interior condition matches the low miles – exactly what you want to see in a collectible Shelby.

Documentation & Provenance
This car's paperwork is a major part of its appeal. Included are:

Original Ford factory window sticker

Original Shelby Automobiles window sticker listing all Shelby GT components

Shelby documentation and literature

Shelby trunk display panel with Carroll Shelby's signature and CSM number

Shelby dash plaque with matching CSM number

The combination of low mileage, clean presentation, and complete documentation makes this Shelby GT Convertible stand out from the typical used Mustang. It is the kind of car you can enjoy today while confidently parking it in a collection.

If you are looking for a real, Las Vegas–converted 2008 Shelby GT Convertible with a proven history, proper paperwork, and tasteful OEM-plus upgrades, this Vista Blue CSM 08SGT1606 deserves serious consideration. Contact Collectible Motorcar of Atlanta to put this genuinely collectible modern Shelby in your garage.