The Shelby Mustang GT350 was born out of the necessity ... and the remaining 24 prototypes or drag-racing machines). In August 1965, Shelby switched production to the 1966 model year.

Shelby American poured its performance expertise into the 1965 Mustang ... ProSystems Alcon racing brakes, and numerous chassis upgrades. “While the Shelby GT350 street car is civilized enough ...

John Draneas of Collector Car Market recounts the story of a 1965 Shelby GT350 that was stolen back in 1979. The insurance company paid the owner $6500 and the vehicle was never seen from again.