Ford Honors Carroll Shelby with a Hot Mustang
Shelby American has announced an optional package that will turn a regular GT350 or GT500 into a special version of the sports car called the Signature Edition: the package is dedicated to the 55th anniversary of the GT350 model and is intended to remind one of the famous Carroll Shelby
In the case of the GT500, the package includes suspension upgrades – it becomes more rigid, and the ground clearance is reduced, as well as replacing the original hood with a carbon alternative, which is 13.6 kg lighter. For additional money, the sports car will also be equipped with carbon fiber wheel arch extensions.
However, the main essence of the package is to increase the power of the standard 5.2-liter supercharged V8 by modifying the supercharger and cooling system. The engine produces 770 hp “from the factory”. However, Shelby American was able to increase its output to “more than 800” hp (the exact figure is not named). In the case of the Shelby GT350, there is no increase in engine power, but the sports car's suspension will also be shaken up. In addition, both options will receive a modified interior with new seat trim (Shelby's autograph will be embroidered on the backs) and commemorative number plates. In total, it is planned to manufacture 200 of these vehicles – one hundred in each modification.