Tag: Shelby

  • 2013 NAIAS: Debut of Shelby GT500 Super Snake and Shelby Focus ST

    2013-Ford-Shelby-GT500-THUMB2013 Ford Shelby GT500 Super Snake Wide Body and Ford Shelby Focus ST were just unveiled at this year’s North American Auto Show in Detroit. The two vehicles are with enhanced performance and visual characteristics.

    First of all, the stock 662 horsepower of the GT500 were increased up to the street-legal 850 horsepower (625 kW). The vehicle is equipped 13 inch rear and 10 inch front wheels that are wrapped in rubber, so that the car handles like a supercar.

    Furthermore, there is an optional wide body package which gives the Super Snake much more traction and makes it with racing characteristics. Customers can choose between Satin Black, Gloss White, Silver, Blue and Red stripes. Offered now for the first time, wheel options include a rear-only or front and rear “wide body” packages.

    2013 Ford Shelby GT500 Super Snake Specifications:

    • 850 Horsepower Wide Body Street Edition
    • Shelby/Ford Racing Whipple 850 HP Supercharger – Black Finish (850 HP Package)
    • Shelby Performance Radiator
    • Shelby Performance Heat Exchanger
    • Shelby Performance Cooling Tanks
    • Shelby/Wilwood Front & Rear Brake Kit
    • Shelby Front Brake Duct Cooling Kit
    • 20” Shelby Super Snake 3 Piece Billet Forged Wheels
    • Michelin Performance Tires
    • Shelby Upgraded Suspension Package
    • Shelby Rear Panhard Bar
    • Shelby Caster Camber Plate Kit
    • Shelby White Ball Short Throw Shifter
    • Shelby/Borla Axle-Back Muffler Kit
    • Shelby Super Snake Hood
    • Shelby Carbon Fiber Front Splitter
    • CSM Numbered Dash Plaque & Engine Plate
    • Super Snake Billet Aluminum Badging
    • Shelby Super Snake Fender Emblems
    • Shelby Faux Rear Cap
    • Shelby Deck Lid Lettering
    • Super Snake Stripe Kit (available in Gloss White, Matte Black, Silver or Azure Blue)
    • Shelby Super Snake Upper Mesh Grille Insert
    • Rear Quarter Window Side Scoops or Paint Matched Block-Offs
    • Billet Fluid Engine Cap Kit & Dip Stick
    • Interior A-Pillar Pod & Gauges
    • Super Snake Embroidered Headrest Covers (for non Recaro Seats)
    • Super Snake Lit Door Sill Plates
    • Shelby Wide Body Kit Conversion Kit (optional)
    • Shelby Wide Body Kit Rear Only Conversion (optional)
    • Shelby Aluminum Watts Link Rear Suspension (optional)
    • Shelby/Ford Racing Suspension Sway Bar Kit (optional)
    • Museum Delivery Program (Optional)

    Secondly, the Ford Shelby Focus ST includes a front wheel drive turbo four cylinder. This makes the Focus a driver-focused masterpiece of performance. What is more, Ford Racing suspension pieces lower the car while the wheels and tires improve grip and traction.

    In addition, Shelby spec brakes with drilled rotors improve the stopping power, while new exhaust makes a true sound of the Shelby/Borla. The interior of the car has a complete Shelby branded custom interior, Shelby shifter and finished off with the unique Shelby CSM badge.

    The exterior of this Shelby’s Focus is characterized by hood vents, hydro-carbon front and rear grille inserts, Shelby lettering and rear Hydro-carbon spoiler. Three visual graphics packages are offered, ranging from “traditional” Shelby stripes to more edgy Shelby checkered flag splash or competition graphics.

    Ford Shelby Focus ST Specifications:

    • Shelby Spec Front Brake Upgrade
    • Shelby Spec Rear Rotor Upgrade
    • Shelby Wheels & Tires
    • Shelby Short Throw Shifter
    • Shelby/Ford Racing Suspension Package
    • Shelby/Borla Cat Back Exhaust
    • Shelby Engine Appearance Package
    • Shelby Premium Interior Package
    • Shelby CSM Numbered Dash Plaque & Engine Plate
    • Shelby Center Cap Emblems
    • Shelby Rear Lettering
    • Shelby Custom Hood with Heat Extractors
    • Hydro-carbon Accents
    • Shelby Exterior Graphics
    • NOTE – Additional Exterior Graphics Packages Available
    • Museum Delivery Program (Optional)
    • Shelby Performance Tune Option Coming Soon
    • Carbon Fiber Hood Option Coming Soon

    Source: Shelby

  • 2013 Shelby GT500 Super Snake – 662HP and 855Nm

    Shelby now offers the 2013 GT500 Super Snake in either a 662HP or 850HP version 2013MY GT500 Super Snake offers optional “wide body” for the first time in history.

    With a base model rated at 662HP and an optional 850HP version, the limited edition 2013 Shelby GT500 Super Snake also features new styling cues, color options and optional performance upgrades at a lower base price. Only 500 total 2013 Super Snakes will be built; the car is available as a coupe or convertible in the entire color palette offered by Ford Motor Company on the Shelby GT500.

    The special edition comes with a sport-tuned suspension, Wilwood brakes and an upgraded cooling system. The options list include 13” wide rear tire and wheel package which was featured on the Caroll Shelby Tribute car, that debuted at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance.

    “When Ford launched the 2013 Shelby GT500, we were bombarded with requests for Shelby American to offer a Super Snake package for the car,” said John Luft, president of Shelby American.

    “Our team worked closely with Ford Racing and other key partners to develop our new fire breathing snake. The result is the most powerful base model Super Snake ever at 662 horsepower, which is available at prices lower than previous models. By checking off a few boxes in the series of optional equipment, you can take home a street-legal 850 horsepower version that runs on pump gas.”, he added.

    The interior features embroidered headrests and floor mats and some Shelby special edition elements.

    The base version of Shelby GT500 Super Snake is powered by a 5.8 liter supercharged V8 with astonishing 662HP (494 kW) and 855Nm (631 lb-ft) of torque. The more powerful option is the same engine, but with a Whipple or Kenne Bell supercharger. The result is whopping 850HP (634 kW) and more than a 1000Nm (740 lb-ft) of torque.

    The 2013 Shelby GT500 Super Snake post-title package starts at $28,995.00 for the 662 HP version and $39,995 for the 850 HP model, not including the base car. Only 500 of these cars will be built, all at the Shelby American factory in Las Vegas.

    The Shelby GT500 Super Snake is a post-title program based on the Ford Shelby GT500. The 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 Super Snake post title package includes:

    • Standard base tune is 662 HP and 631 ft./lbs. of torque
    • 6-speed manual transmission with 3.31:1 rear axle ratio and short-throw shifter with optional 3.73:1
    • Upgraded suspension package
    • Shelby Performance cooling package with a new radiator, heat exchanger and aluminum cooling tanks
    • New spoked Shelby-designed 20-inch wheels and performance tires
    • Shelby / Borla exhaust system
    • Optional Shelby / Ford Racing 850 hp Whipple supercharger or 850 hp Kenne Bell supercharger
    • Forged Shelby / Wildwood brakes with 6 piston fronts and 4 piston rear calipers and cross drilled / vented rotors
    • Front brake cooling ducts and behind the door side scoops
    • Unique fiberglass hood featuring classic Shelby Super Snake design
    • Shelby signature Super Snake stripes in either matte black, matte white, silver or blue
    • “Super Snake” vehicle badges, and unique CSM number interior and engine plates
    • “Shelby” lettering across the rear deck lid
    • Optional two tone leather interior
    • Shelby signature embroidered headrests, floor mats and other Shelby designed components

    Source: Ford

  • 2013 Puritalia 427 – first images released

    2013-Puritalia-427-644-THUMBThe first images of the exciting 2013 Puritalia 427 have just been released and they convey the message that the car was inspired by the classic body shapes of the iconic 1965 Shelby Cobra. Of course, the Puritalia has an updated modern style and enhanced by the distinctive Italian design fingerprint.

    The Puritalia 427 is a light and powerful 2-seater roadster, which will offer the lucky customers the best driving experience, great levels of comfort and daily driving use.

    2013 Puritalia 427
    2013 Puritalia 427

    The car will be officially revealed to the world in the next year and will be produced in limited run of 100 units. It will be made available for those who are interested in purchasing through direct factory orders and a selected network of international dealerships.

    Puritalia Automobili builds only exclusive Italian sport cars, which are designed for purist drivers and car enthusiasts. The cars are only handmade and in limited series, and are embodiment the Italian traditional craftsmanship.

    2013 Puritalia 427
    2013 Puritalia 427

    2013 Puritalia 427 Specifications:

    DIMENSIONS L.171.259 in – W.76.850 in – H.49.409 in
    Front Track 62.598 in – Rear Track 62.992 in
    Wheelbase: 102.401 in – Weight: ~ 2403 Lbs (50/50)
    CHASSIS Aluminum semi-monocoque with Chromoly steel tubular subframes.
    BODY Roadster 2 seats – composite and carbon fiber body panels
    ENGINE Front mounted V8 5.0L 32V DOHC Ti-VCT
    Aspirated: 445Hp @ 6500rpm – 530Nm @ 4250rpm
    Supercharged: 605Hp @ 7000rpm – 640Nm @ 4500rpm
    TRASMISSION Rear wheel drive – 6 speeds manual transmission – Twin disc hydraulic clutch
    Limited Slip Differential – Aluminum driveshaft
    SUSPENSIONS Four-wheel Independent – Unequal length double wishbones with anti-dive
    and anti-squat geometry – two-way adjustable mono-tube shock absorbers –
    adjustable stabilizer bars
    BREAKES Hydraulically powered brake booster
    Front: Brembo 380mm/32 6 pistons
    Rear: Brembo 345mm/28 4 pistons
    TIRES Pirelli Pzero – Front: 275/35R19 – Rear: 335/30R20

    Souce: Puritalia

  • 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 debuts with 662 horsepower

    Ford-Shelby-GT500-THUMB2013 Ford Shelby GT500 is the most powerful Mustang ever created with its 662 horsepower top track speeds of more than 200 mph. It will undoubtedly bring the muscle car philosophy into new heights.

    This performance is possible due to its 5.8-liter V8 aluminum-block engine produces. And we must say it again – it achieves the outstanding 662 horsepower (487 kW) at 631 lb.-ft. (855 nM) of torque. In fact, this is the highest-horsepower engine ever produced in the U.S.

    The additional horsepower was achieved through thorough optimization of the powertrain. In details this Ford includes a new supercharger, new cross-drilled block and heads, an all-forged engine rotating assembly, updated camshaft profiles, upgraded head gaskets, a new carbon fiber driveshaft and upgraded clutch, transmission and axle.

    However, the key to the 662 hp is the larger and more efficient supercharger. What it basically does is to help flow more air through the engine.

    In addition to that the cooling system has been upgraded as well. It now features a high-capacity cooling fan, fan shroud with high-speed pressure-relief doors, a more efficient charge air cooler, a higher-flow intercooler pump and an intercooler heat exchanger.

    Cooling fan capacity was also modified – now it has an increased and a higher-efficiency intercooler added to keep the air entering the engine as cool as possible. Combined with the efficient, high-capacity flow pump, these two measures control temperatures under extreme conditions.

    2013 Ford Shelby GT500
    2013 Ford Shelby GT500

    Furthermore, the clutch has been transformed as well. With its increased torque and rpm capacity, it utilizes a dual-disc design. The diameter and clamp load have been increased and the clutch-facing material has been revised for additional resistance to burst and enhanced transfer of power.

    Design improvements for this Ford vehicle feature all-new signature lighting with two LED bars in the front and rear, rocker panels in body-color, high-gloss black panel between the taillamps at the rear and a diffuser that surrounds a new quad-tip exhaust.

    2013 Shelby GT500 rides on two new sets of forged-aluminum wheels: the 19-inch front and 20-inch rear wheels coupled with Goodyear Eagle® F1 SuperCar G: 2 tires on all configurations. These wheels are freshened with the dark finish and updated spoke designs and in addition to that are extremely lightweight.

    Significant work has been also done in aerodynamics of the Shelby GT500. They include a new front splitter and black-painted upper and lower grille inserts. They expose the radiator drive which helps funnel air and cools the internals of the vehicle systems. The larger splitter helps create downforce when the car hits top speeds.

    No driver will be less than satisfied when being behind the steering wheel of the new Shelby GT500. Its driving dynamics have been overhauled, it has new Brembo™ brakes with six-piston calipers in front and its wheels were also tuned.

    Ford has thought about customers who want even more exceptional drive. The new Shelby is now being offered with the optional Performance Package. This feature is accessed on the dash with a simple push of a button and has several modes for selection. The Normal mode gives the driver a comfortable ride over road irregularities, while the Sport mode delivers improved response time on the track, and less body roll while cornering and pitch under braking.

    Additionally, the Torsen® limited-slip differential also comes with the Performance Package. What it basically does is that it helps the rear suspension deliver torque and traction under the most demanding conditions on the track.

    Of course, all who are willing can upgrade their Performance Package with an additional Track Package for all-out racetrack performance. The latter includes an external engine oil cooler, rear differential cooler and transmission cooler for further durability.

    A lot of innovations have been also included in this GT500 model. One of the key ones is the productivity screen. It offers menu options, giving the customer important information related to muscle car’s performance. The LCD can be found between the tachometer and speedometer.

    The 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 also can be found now in dealerships.

    Source: Ford

  • Ford Shelby GT500 with “the World’s Most Powerful V8”

    Ford-Shelby-GT500-thumbThe topic at Ford today apparently is fuel economy. The 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 they say, is 1 mpg more efficient than the 2012 model despite the fact that it has 112 more horsepower. Not only that, but there’s also a claim that the 5.8-liter engine under its hood is now the “world’s most powerful production V8” rated at 662 horsepower. Maybe they haven’t heard of the Gumpert Apollo or the Koenigsegg Agera R. But I guess they are in a class of their own.

    The 5.8-liter in the GT500 is a typical, lazy rumbling muscle. 395 lb-ft of torque are already at disposal when the rev needle reaches 1000 rpm. More than 90 percent of the peak torque comes in between 2,200 and 5,800 rpm. That thrust availability might be mainly due to the fact that the supercharger alone is 2.3-liters

    “Our goal is to create outstanding all-around performance cars, not just stoplight-to-stoplight sprinters,” said Jamal Hameedi, SVT chief engineer. “We’ve backed up this amazing powerplant with a more refined chassis tuning that helps keep the rubber on the pavement without punishing the driver’s spine and six-pot Brembo brakes that dissipate speed with ease stop after stop.”

    Indeed, the chassis has been tuned to absorb the road imperfection that can cause instability at high speeds (200+ mph). As a 2013 model, the Ford Shelby GT500 gets a revised front fascia and splitter which improve aerodynamics at 160 mph with around 33 percent over the ones in the 2011 model.

    As a result of all that refinement, the Shelby has an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 15 mpg in the city, 24 mpg on the highway and 18 mpg in combined. The 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 is underpowered and 5 mpg less efficient. Checkmate.

    The 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 will be built at AutoAlliance International Plant in Flat Rock, Mich

    Ford Shelby GT500 (2013)
    Ford Shelby GT500 (2013)

    Source: Ford

  • 2012 Ford Mustang Shelby 1000

    Shelby-GT1000-thumbThe New York International Auto Show will be the venue where Shelby American Inc. will debut their most powerful project yet – the GT Ford Shelby 1000 which started life as a more “standard” 2012 GT 500. And no, the 1000 does not consist of two GT 500s. It’s only one of them, with handling, power and breaking performance all beefed up.

    Although it’s called the Shelby 1000, both of the versions in which it will be offered do not develop 1000 bhp. A street legal one has the “mere” 950 ponies while a track spec. called the Shelby 1000 S/C delivers 1100 bhp. In a strange world we live in.

    For that kind of power one would expect a nuclear bomb under the hood. Well, it’s actually an overhauled Ford 5.4-liter V8 unit that has new rods, crank and pistons. Also, the heads have been flown, the cooling and exhaust upgraded and the supercharger replaced.

    The stopping power on the other hand, is provided by four massive disc brakes – six-piston callipers at the front and four-piston ones at the back. The suspension includes new struts, sway bars and bushings. There are some aerodynamic tweaks as well for the sake of downforce.

    A limited production of Shelby 1000s will be built, each numbered and documented. The upgrade packages alone are expected to cost up to $154,995. That’s almost as expensive as three “normal” GT 500s.

    More updates will be coming soon.

    Ford Shelby 1000 (2012)
    Ford Shelby 1000 (2012)

    Source: Shelby

  • 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 Durability Car Auctioned

    2013-Shelby-GT500-24Hour-Durability-Prototype-thumbFord have announced that the 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 durability car (the prototype that was used to develop the production series) is to be auctioned at the 41st Annual Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction Saturday in Scottsdale, Ariz. The reason is also a just one – bidding money for the car will go for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF).

    Up until recently, the prototype had been used by the Ford SVT team and Carroll Shelby to workout how exactly a car performs under rigorous tests and harsh conditions. It was built in 2007 and as a part of the project, it had to be run for 24 hours at a speed of 150 mph on Sebring International Raceway. Other oddities one should know before pulling out the check book include a full-sized roll cage, six-point harness seat belts and Recaro bucket seats. A big plus however, is the underside of the trunk lid which is signed by every SVT engineer who has worked on the development of the GT500 and it is also signed by Carroll Shelby himself.

    Carroll Shelby and the Ford Shelby GT500 (2013)
    Carroll Shelby and the Ford Shelby GT500 (2013)

    “I raced on the Sebring International racetrack for many years, but my ambition was always to build my own car,” said Shelby. “It was exciting to be back to collaborate on this GT500 durability car with the SVT guys. I’m really proud to have my name on this car. They took my dreams of what a car should be and made it a reality.”

    The 5.8-liter V8 engine in the Shelby GT500, has been overhauled in a way so that the maximum of power can be extracted from it – a new transmission, clutch and axle, cross-drilled block and heads, restyled camshaft profiles, a carbon fiber driveshaft. The end result accounts for the 650 horsepower and 600 lb.-ft. of torque that hide under the hood.

    In recent years, Ford have managed to raise more than 3 000 000 dollars for charity on auctions such as this one. And know a lucky muscle car enthusiast will have the chance to obtain am emblematic “pony” and give something to those in need trough the JDRF.

    Source: Ford

  • 2013 Ford Shelby GT500

    Ford has introduced another special Mustang at the LA Auto Show. 2013 Shelby GT500 –  raises the bar high on performance with the introduction of the new 2013 model that goes on sale next year delivering 650 horsepower and a top speed of more than 200 mph.

    The road-legal Shelby GT500 is powered by a 5.8 liter supercharged V8 with 659PS (485 kW) and 813Nm (600 lb-ft) of torque. The gearbox is 6-speed manual, which sends the power to a torsen LSD on the rear wheels. Nothing is said about the acceleration, but the top speed is 322 km/h (200 mph).

    The 2013 Shelby GT500 offers two new sets of forged-aluminum wheels including a unique wheel for cars with the optional packages. The 19” front and 20” rear wheels are wrapped in Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperCar G: 2 tires on all vehicle configurations.

    The new Shelby GT500 can be ordered with Performance Package includes Bilstein electronically-adjusted dampers, while the Track Package features an external engine-oil cooler, rear differential cooler and transmission cooler to prevent over-heating on the track.

    2013 Ford Shelby GT500
    2013 Ford Shelby GT500

    Other keys for improved traction management include:

    • Torsen limited-slip differential:When customers order the optional Performance Package, they will get a Torsen limited-slip differential that helps the rear suspension deliver maximum torque and traction better and longer under track conditions
    • Launch control: A new launch control system lets drivers set the desired launch rpm depending on tire temperature, street surface or other conditions. Unique to SVT’s launch control is that it is integrated with both the engine control and traction control
    • Brembo braking system: A new Brembo brake system offers drivers enhanced stopping power to help keep their car under control, both on the road and the track. New six-piston calipers in front along with larger front and rear rotors help improve brake fade. New brake pads that are more aggressive also help the car achieve high deceleration and further robustness for more driver confidence

    Source: Ford

  • Cars in movies – top 5

    Each car enthusiast has a movie that makes them smile just thinking of it. You will have the opportunity to read a little more about some of the most cherished cars used in movies.

    Number 5

    AUDI A8 W12- Transporter 2

    This car is taking a serious part in the plot of the movie. Jason Statham needs to chase the bad guys all over the place and the Audi is a serious partner in his mission. The movie is abundant with stunts that the A8 has to perform. Thanks to the massive twelve-cylinder 6.0 liter engine and some driving skill of course, it almost looks easy to do.

    Audi A8 6.0 Quattro
    Audi A8 6.0 Quattro

    Number 4

    Nissan Skyline R34- The Fast and the Furious

    One of the fastest cars in the world, the dream of the PlayStation generation. The Skylines used in the movie are GTRs but not quite – the purpose of these cars was to draw attention and being all wheel drive, the grip was too much for burnouts and fun. That’s why the Skylines used, had their front driveshafts excised and the magic was done. As you already know the GTRs are claimed 280 hp from the factory, which is ridiculous for a 6 cylinder 2.6 twin-turbo engine. Still one of the two fastest skylines used in the movies is claimed 505 hp, which is enough to do 12 seconds in the quarter mile run. The main car used in the movie has been equipped with HKS tuning parts, JIC’s suspension and 3 NOS bottles, neither of which had something to do with the engine. Being so full of “extras”, AWD and AWS removed, the performance is not quite as what is expected from a skyline though.

    Nissan Skyline GT-R R34
    Nissan Skyline GT-R R34

    Number 3

    Mini Cooper S John Cooper Works – The Italian Job

    Complicated relations, a lot of money, a lot of thrill and a couple of Mini Coopers as a final touch.  In the plot several old friends are trying to get to a huge amount of gold. For the purpose they need small, maneuverable and still fast cars. The Mini Cooper turns out to be the best option for the job. The Aero body kit makes the cars look stunning.  Did you know that gasoline-powered vehicles were not allowed in the subway system of LA, that’s why a couple of electric cars were built for these scenes? In total 32 Minis were used in the movie, some of them specially customized to make some of the incredible stunts possible.

    Mini Cooper S John Cooper Works
    Mini Cooper S John Cooper Works

    Number 2

    Volkswagen Beetle – Herbie Fully Loaded

    This is a car with a lot of history in the movie world. It has participated in a couple of Disney movies starting in 1968 – The Love Bug. What is strange and interesting about Herbie is that it is almost a human being – has his own thoughts, soul and drives himself. 30 Beetles were used for the footage of the last movie of the series – “Herbie Fully Loaded”. One of the beetles has a 200hp engine that is capable of getting the car to over 135 mph. Unfortunately having all the effects of modern cinema, the car looks normal no more. It moves its bumper, blinks, gives out noises etc. Unlike the first movies from the series, where you could just feel that there was something special  about the car, some kind of emotion, without making it look human.

    1963 Volkswagen Beetle Herbie
    1963 Volkswagen Beetle Herbie

     

    Number 1

    Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 ‘Eleanor’ – Gone in Sixty Seconds

    The dream machine from “Gone in 60 seconds”. Alike the movie, this car is a true masterpiece and quite a mystery. The car is named Eleanor, but initially the plan was not to use a mustang at all. At first the idea was to have a GT40 grabbing the attention. However, it turned out that building one would cost a fortune even considering what the purpose was. Basically it was all making a car from scratch – literally. The car was first put on paper and then various specialists started creating the separate parts and adapt them to fit the Mustang. What not too many people know is that the side exhausts are not functional and neither are the side air feeds. The car in the movie is shown so fast that the driver was scared of it and would talk to it prior to driving. The car ended up in a private collection, $216 700 were paid for the beauty. Still, there are garages that can build another one for you for some (in) decent amount of money.

  • 2012 Ford Mustang Shelby GTS

    Ford has revealed the new 2012 Mustang Shelby GTS at the 2011 New York International Auto Show (NAIAS). The vehicle is a successor to the staggering 2007-2008 GT model.

    The engine range includes 3.7 liter V6 and 5.0 liter V8. There is no performance data for both engines, but the mighty V8 will have at least 500HP to play with.

    The development of the Ford Shelby GTS started when the 2011 Mustang was first launched, and involved Ford Racing, Borla, Baer and Shelby American. Practically, this is a sport version of Ford Mustang and includes stiffened suspension, bigger brake system and of course, more horsepower.

    Still, the company priced Ford Shelby GTS post-title package $9 995, but the options list is huge.

    2012 Ford Mustang Shelby GTS is expected to go in production in the end of this year, but they has already begun taking orders.

    2012 Ford Mustang Shelby GTS

    Source: Ford

  • GeigerCars Ford Mustang Shelby GT640 Golden Snake

    Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 is a pure fun car, but somehow it need more individuality and here comes the tuned version by GeigerCars. The tuning company has unveiled a special performance and styling packages for the Coupe. The name of the project is GT640 Golden Snake and as you may suggest – 640 is the number of the horsepower.

    The styling package includes a matte gold finish, a carbon fiber hood, a front lip spoiler and widened side skirts. For better stance and handling, the tuner installed an adjustable H&R sports suspension and huge 20” alloy wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires.

    The power of The Beast comes from a mighty 5.4 liter supercharged V8 with ECU re-map and stainless steel sport exhaust system. The result is staggering 640PS (471 kW) and 789Nm (582 lb-ft) of torque, so it is a real muscle car. The acceleration is brutal – 0 to 100 km/h in 3.7 seconds and top speed of 295 km/h (183 mph). As we know, the American muscles do not have the best aerodynamics in the world and even with such amount of power, the car can’t pass the 300 km/h barrier.

    GeigerCars Ford Mustang Shelby GT640 Golden Snake is priced at $125 475. However, all components can be ordered separately.

    GeigerCars Ford Mustang Shelby GT640 Golden Snake

    Source: GeigerCars

  • 50th Anniversary Shelby Cobra Street Car

    Shelby American has proudly announced that just 48 hours after the official introduction of the 50th Anniversary Shelby Cobra Street Car, all 50 examples of the exclusive ride were purchased by consumers and dealers. The amazing, connoisseur ride made its premiere at the Barrett-Jackson Auction in Scottsdale, Ariz., on Friday, Jan. 21, 2011. (more…)