This restored 1966 Shelby GT350H Fastback, one of the most storied Hertz-born Shelbys still in circulation, is currently for sale from Mecum Nashville. Presented in its signature black-over-gold livery, the Hi-Po V8 fastback carries a documented history that reads like a highlight reel of Shelby American lore, and it will cross the auction block as part of the upcoming Nashville sale.
Long before it became a sought-after collector car, this GT350H was one of 1,000 examples built for the Hertz Sports Car Club rental program, a chapter enthusiasts still refer to as the Rent-A-Racer. Chassis SFM6S671 left Shelby American and was shipped to Burns Ford in Louisville, Kentucky in January 1966 for dealer prep before joining the Hertz fleet, a piece of history that still captivates collectors browsing this Mecum Nashville listing today.
The car’s current presentation is the result of a thorough restoration completed by Tony and Wayne Conover of Cobra Ranch in Hanover, Pennsylvania, specialists known for their meticulous attention to Shelby authenticity. Every detail on this Mecum Nashville consignment, from the paint to the trim, reflects that level of craftsmanship.
Under the fiberglass hood sits a built 289 cubic-inch Hi-Po V8 assembled by Wells Racing Engines, featuring PowerHeads CNC-ported K-code heads, TRW forged pistons, and a Holman-Moody FIA solid-lifter cam ground by Larry Wallace. Power routes through a Ford Toploader 4-speed manual with its original shifter, giving this fastback listed at Mecum Nashville the kind of race-bred pedigree that defines the GT350H breed.
Inside, the black cabin retains its front bucket seats, deluxe woodgrain steering wheel, and dash-mounted 9,000-rpm Shelby tachometer, along with a fold-down rear seat and rear quarter plexiglass windows typical of the breed. The presentation inside matches the exterior restoration quality showcased throughout this Mecum Nashville listing.
Provenance runs deep on this fastback. Known ownership history is documented through the Shelby Registry, including a July 1967 purchase by Monroe Davis of Annandale, Virginia, and the dash even carries the signature of famed automotive artist Bill Neale, who reportedly had the GT350H for a week. Supporting paperwork, including Hertz shipping correspondence and Shelby American invoicing, travels with the sale, adding historical weight to this Mecum Nashville offering.
For collectors chasing a numbers-matching link to the Hertz Shelby story, few opportunities combine documented history, professional restoration, and race-ready hardware as convincingly as this GT350H. It stands as one of the more compelling entries bidders will find this September.
Mecum Nashville comes to the Nashville Superspeedway September 22-26. This unique venue will feature over 1,750 vehicles and many exciting lots of Road Art. The Roush Collection is a main feature with many vehicles selling at No Reserve. Make your plans to attend now!
John Lloyd