This trunk lid has an integral ducktail spoiler built in. It requires the use of the corner caps, which are shown. The lid fits both convertible and coupe Mustangs. Part No. 813, it costs $391.95 at Mustangs Plus. | 
If you're not going the convertible route, there are some things that are different for a fastback. The first thing we noticed was the prominent airscoops situated on the fastback sail panels. The other major difference is a trunk lid that is much shorter than the one used on the convertible. | 
For the Shelby convertibles, this rollbar was more of a styling exercise than an actual safety device. It was not intended for racing purposes. What it did do was look good and give passengers in the rear seat something to hold on to. The complete kit lists for $1,014.95 at Tony D. Branda. |
These are the upper and lower side scoops for the '67-'68 Shelby cars. The upper scoops are Mustangs Plus PN 828 and cost $279.95 a pair. The lower scoops carry PN 829 and are $279.95 a pair. | 
This beautiful blue GT500 is a perfect example of the '69-'70 species. With big-block power and a white interior, this car was both fast and stylish. | 
These are emblem and stripe samples from the '69-'70 model years. Many trim items are available, but not as much as for the earlier years. |
One of the most distinctive features of the last Shelbys was this hood with the interesting scoop shape and placement configuration. It is sometimes referred to as the NASA hood because of the shape of the hoodscoop openings. It costs $619.95 at Tony D. Branda. This shot of the front end shows the hood in place as well as the grille surround moldings. There is more fiberglass available for these cars than ever before, including the front fenders. | 
Here is a look at the Eleanor grille assembly. It's PN 10155 at Mustangs Plus. All three sections come in the kit for $292.95. | 
This shows every piece of Eleanor fiberglass laid out as it would fit the car. You can expect to spend approximately $4,500 for all of the required body panels to build a coupe or convertible version from Mustangs Plus (a little more for the fastback kit). Include installation labor and paint and you're looking at a tidy sum, but the result would be a valuable and attention-grabbing car. |
Another cloning favorite we can't ignore is Eleanor from Gone in 60 Seconds. This good-looking custom is based on the '67-'68 Mustangs, and the car can now be completely replicated using readily available parts. | 
This view of an Eleanor shows the rear scoops, side exhaust, and Cougar taillights. Notice also the flares over each wheel and how every component is blended into the car as a whole. | 
Any one of the 50 '68 factory 428 Cobra Jet racers would be a great car to replicate in a cloning project. The colorful markings vary a great deal from car to car, and they were delivered in plain Wimbledon White with corporate hubcaps. No extensive bodywork is required. This car is displayed as raced by the late great Dyno Don Nicholson. |
When they see that dual nostril hood, most people remember the '65 Comet A/FX drag cars like the ones driven by Dyno Don, who raced with Mercury for a time. This super-cool Comet road racer is all business and definitely different. It would make an interesting subject for a period racer clone. Check with Dearborn Classics [(541) 318-7471, www.dearbornclassics.com] for parts. | 
Everybody remembers Fairlane drag racers like the Thunderbolt, but did you recall that Fairlanes were also fodder for NASCAR glory in the '60s? Careful research goes into a period masterpiece such as this '67 Fairlane. | 
With many in the hobby working on a Cobra replica, we're willing to bet that some have considered making a clone of this genuine, one-of-four Cobra Dragon Snakes. With the flamboyant paint, open headers, and a deep gear, a clone of this car would be fast and a real attention-getter, too. |