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Pikes Peak Rampage

1969 Shelby GT350

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1969 Shelby GT350 — Pikes Peak Rampage

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The Pikes Peak Rampage transforms the 1969 Shelby GT350 into a mid-engine hill climb machine, engineered to dominate the Unlimited Time Attack class at Pikes Peak. By relocating the 5.2L turbo V8 behind the cockpit, this build achieves near-perfect weight distribution, enabling aggressive driving on steep, technical terrain. The widened front and rear tracks, combined with bulbous rear quarters housing large intercooler sidepods, give the car a muscular stance while functional aero ducts deliver vital cooling at altitude.

Maintaining the classic coupe roofline, the cabin is shifted forward to preserve balance and driver visibility. The extended rear incorporates a large adjustable swan neck wing and diffuser designed specifically for thin mountain air, optimizing downforce without sacrificing top-end speed. The pearlescent indigo finish, satin chrome highlights, and orange-white graphics blend retro styling cues with modern racing aggression, making this GT350 a bold statement on both form and function.

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Platform

1969 Shelby GT350

Powertrain concept

Turbocharged 5.2L V8 engine custom-tuned for altitude
Sequential six-speed gearbox for rapid gear changes
Integrated intercooler system with 500x150mm side inlets

Aero package

Large adjustable swan neck rear wing mounted at 820mm
Rear diffuser optimized for high-altitude airflow
Functional front splitters and side ducts for intercooler cooling

Chassis & stance

1969 Shelby GT350

Wheels & tires

Staggered HRE FF04 forged wheels: 18x11 front
18x13 rear
Oversized Michelin track slicks designed for maximum grip
Low-profile tires with reinforced sidewalls for aggressive cornering

Fabrication notes

Custom fabricated mid-engine tubular subframe and engine mounts
Reinforced suspension components to accommodate widened track
Bespoke carbon fiber body panels for weight savings and aero tuning
Precision welding and chassis stiffening for hill climb stress loads

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