Lot #1306 - This 1966 Shelby GT 350 has its original 289ci 8-cylinder engine mated to a factory 4-speed manual transmission. It has less than 150 miles since its Division II restoration by John Brown Thoroughbred Restorations. Its original body is refinished in the correct Wimbledon White with blue stripes. This vehicle’s restoration includes headlights, Tri-Y headers, reproduction Group 24 Motorcraft battery, 10-spoke wheels with reproduction Blue Streak tires (including the matching spare, jack and tire tools), Cobra manifold and oil pan. The original and reproduction glass is etched with Ford Motor Company logos. Factory paperwork confirms this is an original 4-speed Shelby, while further documentation and photos indicate nine characteristics of the factory 4-speed prior to the vehicle’s restoration. This vehicle has more than 100 restoration photos, including photos of the matching Ford VIN on the inner fenders and engine block that correspond with that shown in the Shelby Registry. It includes the Shelby Serial Number Verification letter, copy of the 4-page factory paperwork, and reproduction Shelby and Mustang owner’s manuals.