1965 Shelby Daytona Factory Five

INTRODUCTION

This Factory Five Daytona has the looks, performance and comfort! Finished in the highly desirable Gulf Oil racing livery, it's powered by a Ford Performance crate motor, trans and rear end! Air conditioning was a must have when I acquired it from the original owner. Built in 2018, it has 6,000 highly enjoyed yet carefully maintained miles, and the entire car still looks practically new.

EXTERIOR

The Factory Five Type 65 has one of the most unmistakable shapes in motorsports, inspired by the legendary Shelby Daytona Coupe. Its lightweight fiberglass body features a long, low nose, muscular fenders, a fastback roofline, and the dramatic Kamm style tail that gives it its competition bred appearance. This one really stands out in the highly desirable Gulf Oil Livery paint scheme, complete with number 74 graphics. It is polished smooth and glossy. Dual chrome side pipes run along each side, adding both attitude and an aggressive exhaust note. 17” Halibrand style wheels wrapped in Mickey Thompson performance tires complete the vintage road race look.

INTERIOR

It is certainly racing inspired, but this one adds some very desirable creature comforts. It has detachable side windows, an upholstered dash and fully carpeted floors. Aluminum Kirkey racing seats with harnesses hold you firmly in place, surrounded by a full tubular roll cage. A complete set of electronic analog gauges includes a GPS speedometer, and the leather grip steering wheel is detachable. The Tremec six-speed shifter sits right next to the e-brake, and there's also a battery master disconnect switch. Best of all- and I wouldn't have bought it without it- it has air conditioning and heat, making it much more enjoyable to drive. Believe it or not, it even has cruise control! It's a great combination of authentic race car atmosphere with just enough comfort for the street.

ENGINE COMPARTMENT

It is exceptionally clean and packed with modern Ford performance. At its heart is a Gen 2 Coyote 5.0-liter crate engine from Ford Performance, featuring all aluminum construction, dual overhead cams, 32 valves and variable cam timing, producing approximately 435 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque. It's managed by a Ford Performance control pack for reliable, modern operation. Stainless steel headers let it breathe, while a large aluminum radiator, electric fan and Moroso overflow tank keep it cool. It also features KRC power steering and air conditioning, making this Daytona much more enjoyable on the street. A Tilton three reservoir master cylinder setup operates the brakes and hydraulic clutch. The underside of the hood is finished in a durable chipguard coating. Overall, it's a very clean, purposeful installation that combines modern Coyote performance with the Daytona's legendary looks.TRUNK COMPARTMENT: The rear glass is actually a functional hatch that opens up, providing convenient access to the cargo area. Inside, the trunk is carpeted and offers a surprising amount of usable storage space for a car with such serious racing heritage.UNDERSIDE: This Factory Five Shelby Daytona is built on a strong, rigid tubular space frame chassis designed for serious performance. It features fully independent front and rear suspension with tubular control arms, adjustable coilover gas shocks, and rack-and-pinion steering. Wilwood disc brakes at all four wheels, 6 piston calipers with drilled and slotted rotors in front. Looking up at the motor, it has an extra capacity, low profile oil pan and a mini high torque starter. A new Ford Performance Tremec T56 six-speed manual transmission with a hydraulic 11-inch RAM clutch sends the power back to a new Ford 8.8 rear end with 3.55 posi gears. Everything underneath is exceptionally clean, fresh, and performance focused.SERVICE: We take pride in our cars and our reputation. Every vehicle goes through our service department where it is inspected, test driven, and we address the essentials before offering it for sale.CONCLUSION: What sets this one apart is the Gulf Oil color scheme. The engine, trans, and rear end were all purchased new, not donor sourced. It includes air conditioning and side windows, which I consider must haves. This is a great example of an exhilarating car!Vehicles are displayed in a museum setting. Admission applies without an appointment and is refunded with purchase, including a one-year museum membership.815-385-3644 (9–5 Central)Sales@VoloCars.com - Prompt responsesAir conditioning Power steering Rack & pinion 4 wheel disc brakes Independent suspension 3.55 posi rearCruise control Kirkey seatsDetachable wheel Gulf Oil Livery colorsSide windowsShelby style wheels