40k-Mile 2008 Ford Mustang Shelby GT Convertible Barrett-Jackson Edition

Description

The 2008 Ford Mustang Shelby GT Convertible Barrett‑Jackson Edition is one of the rarest specialty Mustangs of the S‑197 generation, with only 100 units produced and sold exclusively through Arizona Ford dealerships, making it a highly limited regional release. Built from a Mustang GT platform and completed at Shelby America in Las Vegas, the Barrett‑Jackson Edition features the full Shelby GT performance package, including a 4.6L V8 upgraded with Ford Racing components producing 319 horsepower and 330 lb‑ft of torque. Its drivetrain consists of a 5‑speed manual transmission and rear‑wheel‑drive layout, lowered suspension, performance‑tuned dampers, and a GT‑specific exhaust system.

The 2008 Shelby GT Barrett‑Jackson Edition also incorporated exclusive cosmetic elements that set it apart from standard Shelby GT models. It came finished with Barrett‑Jackson Red LeMans stripes and matching red side stripes, signature visual cues for this limited‑run model. Additional BJ‑specific details included Barrett‑Jackson Edition door sill plates and a Barrett‑Jackson Limited Edition faux gas cap, emphasizing its special‑edition identity. Unique front and rear fascias, hood pins, a billet‑style grille, side scoops, and a Cobra‑inspired hood scoop further distinguished the car, giving it a more aggressive and customized appearance than the standard Shelby GT.

Finished in black with a black leather interior and showing just under 40,000 miles, this 2008 Barrett‑Jackson Edition GT was acquired by the seller in 2023 and remains in factory condition apart from an upgraded stereo. Black-finished 18″ aluminum wheels with polished lips are wrapped in Continental Extreme Contact tires, and recent service includes an oil change and general inspection in July 2025.

This 2008 Ford Mustang Shelby GT Barrett-Jackson Edition convertible is now offered with a clean CARFAX history report and Utah title in the seller’s name.

Highlights

• Limited to 100 total units, sold only through Arizona Ford dealers

• Shelby dash plaque and under‑hood CSX plaque

• Shelby GT Package

Factory Equipment

• 4.6L 3‑valve V8

• TR3650 5‑speed manual transmission

• Power-operated convertible soft top

• Barrett-Jackson & Shelby GT Performance Items:

  • Front & rear upgraded suspension

  • Strut‑tower brace

  • Upgraded sway bars

  • 1.5" lower ride height

  • X‑pipe performance exhaust with polished tips

  • Hurst short‑throw shifter

• Barrett-Jackson Edition Items:

  • Black exterior with Barrett‑Jackson Red LeMans stripes and red side stripes

  • Barrett‑Jackson Edition door sill plates

  • Barrett‑Jackson Limited Edition faux gas cap

  • Shelby front fascia, rear fascia, billet‑style grille, side scoops, hood pins, and Cobra‑inspired hood scoop

  • Black leather interior with Shelby GT serial plate

  • Shelby dash plaque & under‑hood plaque

  • Convertible appearance bar

Modifications

• Pioneer Bluetooth stereo

Servicing & Documentation

• July 2025: Changed oil/filter and performed general inspection

• 255/45 ZR18 Continental Extreme Contact tires with 2016 date codes

• Clean CARFAX history report

Known Imperfections

• Creases on driver’s seat bottom leather

• Scratches around front window

Ownership History

This 2008 Ford Mustang Shelby GT was acquired by the seller in September 2023 through a trade of their 1966 Pontiac GTO at West Coast Classics in Santa Monica, California. Since taking ownership, the seller reports adding approximately 4,000 miles to the car and carrying out routine maintenance.

Included Items

• Factory owner’s manuals

• Factory window sticker

• Indoor car cover

• Two keys