Shelby-inspired performance,
proven by Ford Racing
“The Shelby GT builds on the
expertise of Ford Racing, the
experience of Carroll Shelby and
the Shelby team to deliver an
incredible driving experience
that is unmistakably Shelby,”
says Jamie Allison, manager,
Ford Racing Performance Group.
“And, like every Shelby Mustang
should be, the Shelby GT is
ready to be both a weekday
driver and a weekend warrior for
track days.”
The Shelby GT driving dynamics
are fine tuned with the Ford
Racing Handling Pack, which was
developed by the same engineers
that developed the Ford Racing
FR500C, which won the 2005
Grand-Am Cup Championship. New
coil springs drop the overall
ride height by an
inch-and-a-half for a more
aggressive stance and reduced
body roll. Stiffer dampers and
front swaybar further enhance
cornering feel and body control.
To showcase the key performance
modifications, Ford Racing
painted all the key suspension
components, including the
damper, spring, and swaybar Ford
Racing Blue.
A front strut-tower brace adds
additional strength to the
chassis structure, and
P235/55ZR18 high-performance
tires maximize the benefits of
the chassis upgrades.
Under hood, the Ford Racing
Power Pack increases the output
of the naturally aspirated,
three-valve, 4.6-liter V-8 to
325-horsepower, and 330
pound-feet of torque. The Power
Pack includes a 90 millimeter
cold-air intake and a new
performance engine calibration
for improved response. The
high-flow exhaust system with
X-pipe crossover offers better
power delivery and a throaty V-8
exhaust note. A shorter
rear-axle ratio is installed to
capitalize on the Shelby GT
coupe’s extra power, especially
accelerating off the line. For
Shelby GT models equipped with a
manual transmission, a Hurst
short-throw shifter is installed
for more precise shift action.
“The Shelby GT is great fun on
the track,” continues Shelby.
“It’s got the heart and soul of
the Mustang GT pumped up with a
strong motor, nimble chassis and
great sound. It’s one of those
rare cars that’s easy to drive
really fast.”
Authentic Shelby design cues
The Shelby GT will be offered
only as a coupe, and only in two
exterior colors, Performance
White or Black. Both colors are
accented by silver LeMans-style
racing stripes – a signature
detail of classic Shelby
Mustangs. The LeMans stripes
extend over the hood, roof, and
trunk, and are complemented by
matching side stripes with
“Shelby GT” nomenclature.
The powerful face of the Shelby
GT features a unique front
fascia, with a more aggressive
lower air dam. The brushed-aluminum
grille is accented by an offset
Mustang logo. In addition, the
Shelby GT has a new hood scoop
that comes directly from the
famed Shelby Cobra roadster.
The side profile features
chrome-finished 18-inch wheels
and unique side scoops just
before the rear wheel arches.
The rear fascia frames the
larger dual exhaust tips, and is
topped by Shelby badging on the
trunk lid.
Inside, features include ‘Shelby
GT’ logo floor mats and custom
sill plates with Shelby GT
nomenclature. In addition, the
Shelby GT features an
authentication plate on the
center dashboard, as well as
matching tag underhood. This tag
features the CSX number, which
is recorded in the Shelby
Automobiles registry.
Shelby GT models will begin as a
stock Mustang GT assembled at
AutoAlliance International
assembly plant in Flat Rock,
Mich. The cars are then shipped
to the Shelby Automobiles
facility in Las Vegas for
modification before delivery to
Ford dealerships.
“The Shelby team in Las Vegas is
excited about building the
Shelby GT,” said Amy Boylan,
President of Shelby Automobiles,
Inc. “With our friends at Ford,
we are creating the next chapter
in the Shelby legacy.”
Offering a steed for every
need
“It’s an exciting time to be a
muscle car fan, as legendary
names from the 1960’s are being
reincarnated in the
marketplace,” says Felice. “As
the Shelby GT shows, Ford will
continue to dominate the new
muscle car wars just as we have
done for over forty years. No
other nameplate will be able to
match the depth and breadth of
options the Mustang offers.”
In support of Ford’s “steed for
every need” strategy, Ford now
offers four horsepower options
for Mustang, with pricing from
$19,995 for a 240-hp V-6 Mustang
coupe to $46,500 for a 500-hp
Shelby GT500 convertible.
Ford has also introduced several
special packages on Mustang
further increasing its unique
offerings, including the Pony
Package and the California
Special. And there are plans for
more in the future.
In addition, Ford Racing offers
a complete catalog of
performance parts for Mustang
fans, from custom wheels and
exhausts to the complete,
turn-key Ford Racing Mustang
FR500C race car.
As a result, Ford offers Mustang
enthusiasts the ability to buy,
modify and drive the steed that
perfectly fits their need.
For more information about
Shelby Automobiles, Inc., and a
sneak-peak of the build of the
first Shelby GT prototypes,
visit
www.shelbyautos.com.