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Authenticity reference

Shelby VIN / Ford VIN evidence

fraud detection · reported

1970 Shelby GT500 front three-quarter view in green; reviewed as representative model-line media, not proof of any individual car originality. 1970 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500

Reference Details

Common issue
Badges, captions, or a transferred tag on a Mustang shell can misrepresent a clone/rebody.
Confidence
reported
Correct value
1970 Shelby VIN pattern should be documented against registry/Ford records; MustangAttitude reports Shelby code 48 and Dearborn assembly context
Where to check
Top upper flange of right and left front fender aprons, dashboard plate, and driver's door warranty plate per MustangAttitude

Cars With This Authenticity Marker

1 linked car page.

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