First Retail Shelby GT350R Goes for $1,000,000 at Barrett-Jackson Auction

NORWALK, Ohio - This past weekend, Ford Motor Company decided to auction off the very FIRST retail production of the Shelby® GT350R, VIN 001, at the Barrett-Jackson Auction in Scottsdale, Arizona to benefit JDRF. While a high demand for this vehicle was to be expected, surely no one could predict the intense bidding war that went down.

It was an electrifying day at the Barrett-Jackson Auction last Saturday as an anonymous bidder acquired the first retail Shelby GT350R for $1,000,000! Like we said, Ford was sure that the auction of this coveted car would grab the attention of enthusiasts, but no one expected to see such an exhilarating auction. The proud owner of the first GT350R can hold their head high knowing that their winning bid on this piece of history results in a major contribution to JDRF, the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes. 

The Shelby GT350R will deliver never-seen-before track capability with its impressive aerodynamics, chassis engineering, and light-weighting technologies. This Shelby also happens to feature the first-ever production V8 engine with a flat-plane crankshaft as well as revised spring rates and antiroll bars, bushings and jounce bumpers, unique track-tuned alignment settings and cross-axis ball joints in front. Believe us when we say, this Shelby model is lighter, more powerful, and one of the most iconic racing Mustangs that has EVER been produced!

From the all-new Ford Mustang to the 2015 Ford Taurus, our inventory is sure to have a vehicle that will meet any driver's needs! Don Tester Ford Lincoln can not only help you find the perfect vehicle, but we can help you take care of it, too! To contact one of our friendly and reputable team members call (800) 978-6317 or stop by our dealership located at 2800 US Highway 250 South in Norwalk, OH. 

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