The Gassers of yesteryear were one of the very first legitimate classes of modified production race cars, which ranged in classification from daily driven, mostly stock cars to purpose-built, supercharged combinations.  Much of the early success of the sport of drag racing can be directly contributed to the Gassers that competed in match races and organized events all across the country at a time when there was no such thing as Top Fuel or Funny Car.  These cars, with their high horsepower engines and wheel-standing abilities created a legacy that is still near and dear to the heart of any hot rodder that was there to witness that golden era of the sport.

The nostalgia drag racing movement that has transpired over the last decade has brought back much interest in these cars, and full-on restorations and recreations have been popping up more frequently with each passing year.  For those that may be interested in getting their hands on an original and still in racing condition original Gasser, we found just what you may be looking for on Craiglist and located in North Carolina.

A 1966 Shelby GT 350 Mustang that was built in 1967 by Jack Valerio from Ohio, this car still features many of the original or original-style parts from its heyday, such as a straight front axle, a tilt front fiberglass front end, a steering unit from a Corvair, and a 1957 Oldsmobile rearend.  It runs on a set of great looking time period-esque Cragar SS wheels wrapped in M&H Racemaster slicks.  The car also has a 3-inch chop top, and is now powered by a Cobra Jet engine backed with a C6 automatic transmission.

According to the seller, the car originally ran in BB/GAS and Competition Eliminator, and the original owner and builder – presumably Valerio – is still available to verify all the details of the car.  The car looks to be in superb shape, and doesn’t run too shabby either with 10.50 quarter mile and 6.70 eight mile times.  It has clearly seen some slight modifications over the years – most notably the engine not poking out of the hood – but upon taking one glance at it, there is little doubt that you’re looking at what was once a true Gasser.  And for $24,000, it could be yours.