Read the seatofthepants impressions at car and driver. In many ways, the gt500 harks back to the musclecar era of the 1960s, which included the original mustang that shelby developed with ford in 1965. Nov 14, 2011 of the three shelby gt500s, one is a 2011 car thats been in europe since last september when the development of the 20 gt500 began. Recent spy shots have revealed that the company is already testing the 20my gt500 and it will be more powerful.
When it goes on sale this summer, it will face off against highpowered pony cars such as the 650hp chevy camaro zl1 and the 717hp dodge challenger srt hellcat. Get the numbers and see photos of the 20 ford mustang shelby gt500 at car and driver. It is the last highperformance variant of the fifthgeneration 20052014 mustang before its discontinuation in favor of. The newest car to wear the shelby badge is a startlingly good template for how to manage 662 hp on the track, on the road, around town, and even at. Id like to see the atmospheric conditions for each of these runs though because there was a regular hellcat that ran in the high 15s a few years ago but it was a 32degree day in. The 20 shelby gt500 has all the credentials to proudly carry the shelby name. Car and driver drag races camaro zl1, mustang gt500 and.
The shelby gt500 is on the cutting edge of technology and takes muscle car performance to new heights, said hermann salenbauch, director of fords advanced product creation. The 20 ford shelby gt500 exploits a recent breakthrough in supercharger design by eaton to produce an eyepopping 662 horsepower. Instrumented test of the beastly and brutal new 662hp shelby gt500. Apr 30, 20 standard on every gt500 is a highresolution 4. With new technical regulations being introduced for the 2014 super gt season, honda announced 20 will be the final year for the honda hsv010 gt. Replaced battery after i purchased the car old original battery tested bad. May 21, 2012 20 ford shelby gt500 in short, the new bilsteins work wonders for the gt500, aided by sticky goodyear eagle supercar g. The 20 ford mustang shelby gt500s soundtrack is a noisy one, and every time you stab the gas pedal your chest hair grows by a quarter of an inch.
An absurd amount of power, a ludicrous amount of engineering, and a horsepowertomoney ratio that can. Pro driver randy pobst hot laps the 20 ford shelby gt500 around mazda raceway laguna seca as part of motor trends 2012 best drivers car competition. The 20 shelby gt500 looks a little different than last years model, but not by much. Jun 30, 20 the 20 shelby gt500 looks a little different than last years model, but not by much. Dec 11, 2012 the 20 shelby gt500 has all the credentials to proudly carry the shelby name. The 20 ford shelby gt500 is a muscle car by ford featured in forza horizon and in all subsequent main series titles. Weider honda racing will switch to running michelin tyres for the 20 season. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car.
May 24, 2012 instrumented test of the beastly and brutal new 662hp shelby gt500. Mar 15, 2016 what are some pros and cons for the 20112012 vs. Ford mustang shelby gt500 20 pictures, information. The 20 ford mustang shelby gt500 is american muscle at its finest. Jun 14, 2012 fords engineers have chosen to tread a middle ground, building a gt500 that drives like a regular car while always reminding the driver of the immense power on tap under the right pedal. Pro driver randy pobst hot laps the 20 ford shelby gt500 around mazda raceway laguna seca as part of motor trends 2012 best driver s car competition. Speaking of the track, perhaps the most radical change for the 20 gt500 is under the hood. The 20 autobacs super gt series was the twentyfirst season of the japan automobile federation super gt championship including the all japan grand touring car championship jgtc era, and the ninth season under the name super gt. Of the three shelby gt500s, one is a 2011 car thats been in europe since last september when the development of the 20 gt500 began. The team went round the ring in this car and apparently our.
It has led running lights, gunmetal wheels, and its styling has been lightly massaged. With new battery installed, after a few days of lousy wisconsin spring weather and the car sitting in the. The interior has black leather seats with white inserts. The 20 shelby gt500 is equipped with a supercharged, 5. The 20 ford shelby gt500 is the latest addition to that cadre, and anyone shopping for models with a porsche crest or an amg badge on the bodywork would do well to look under the stars and. Theres even a thumping shaker stereo and an optional navigation system. Select from one or more dropdowns below, to find the right car for you. Used 20 ford shelby gt500 base convertible in saint. Browse photos, see all vehicle details and contact the seller. The last gt500 already kept up with the hellcat on slicks, the new one should kill the hellcat and play nicely with the zl1. The car should come with a stash of exclamation points in the glove compartment so you dont run out while answering. We were able to snag a ride in fords 650hp 20 mustang shelby gt500. It marked the thirtyfirst season overall of a japanese professional sportscar championship dating back to the all japan sports prototype championship.
With a car like this, you inevitably focus on the numbers. The 2020 shelby gt500 is the bestperforming mustang to ever exit. The 20 ford mustang shelby gt500 is, lets face it, an absolutely insane vehicle. The mustang shelby gt500 is all new for 2020, reviving a nameplate originally introduced in 1967 and last used from 20 to 2014.
Ferociously tall gearing means third gear is good for 140 mph and first gear is long enough to reach highway speeds. We encapsulated every aspect of performance in this car the daily driver also will find this car perfectly fits his or her need. Find out which pony car came out on top in this comparison by the. The 2020 shelby gt500 is the ultimate mustang, with 760 horsepower and more gofast goodies than a speed shop. The 20 ford mustang shelby gt500 is about to go where no mustang has gone before, with a complete package for everyday drivers and trackday enthusiasts alike, 662 horsepower and top track speeds of more than 200 mph. The 20 ford shelby gt500 is one of 9 contenders competing for the title of 2012 best driver s car. Motor trend has some real numbers for the gt500 060 in 3. Sep 29, 2012 in many ways, the gt500 harks back to the muscle car era of the 1960s, which included the original mustang that shelby developed with ford in 1965. Theyre all perfect for putting a smile on your face in. Specs datasheet with technical data and performance data plus an analysis of the direct market competition of shelby mustang gt500 in 20 the model with 2door fastback coupe body and v8 5812 cm3 354. The shelby comes only with a sixspeed manual transmission, so dont get the idea that the gt500 drives itself.
Nov 15, 2012 the 20 shelby gt500 has all the credentials to proudly carry the shelby name. Just as impressive as the peak output is the fact that 395. Aug 21, 2012 pro driver randy pobst hot laps the 20 ford shelby gt500 around mazda raceway laguna seca as part of motor trends 2012 best driver s car competition. The 20 ford shelby gt500s aluminum block, supercharged dohc 5. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 16 20 shelby gt500 models nationwide. See hires pictures, prices and info on ford shelby gt500 bases for sale in saint clair shores.
I still cant wrap my head around 305 section front tires. But ford has quickly regained the high ground with its allnew 20 ford shelby gt500. Learn more about price, engine type, mpg, and complete safety and warranty information. Hammer the 20 ford shelby gt500 from a stop and the rush of torque is amazing, helping to move the gt500 from 060 mph in scant 3. Thats enough power to push the hotrod mustang to more than 200 mph. Deep impact blue metallic in color and is riding on svt wheels to set off the appearance. Svt keeps the shelby gt500 on the cutting edge of technology and takes muscle car performance to new heights, said hermann salenbauch. The 20 ford shelby gt500 is one of 9 contenders competing for the title of 2012 best drivers car. May 24, 2012 the newest car to wear the shelby badge is a startlingly good template for how to manage 662 hp on the track, on the road, around town, and even at the gas pump, since the gt500s fuel economy. We took the 20 ford shelby mustang gt500 and the 2012 chevrolet camaro zl1 to the street, the dragstrip, and the racetrack.
Get an indepth look at fords first 200mph pony car, the 650hp 20 mustang shelby gt500, at car and driver. Boasting 662 horsepower and 631 lbft of torque, the gt500 is the most powerful production car made in america and a fitting tribute to the late carroll shelby one of the leading generals in fords decadeslong war against chevy. As farley and shelby set out to create a muscle car with an enormously powerful v8, they have added another. If you are interested in trading your high quality car for one of ours, simply fill out this form. Trade in for this 20 ford shelby mustang gt500 as one of the largest classic car dealerships in the world, we are always looking for new inventory. A production car that, out of the box, produces a 662horse cavalry is about as rational as going moose hunting with a bazooka. A member of our sales department will be in touch within 24 hours. In car and drivers testing, the mustang gt500 was the fastest in the quartermile, completing the 1,320foot dash in 11.
All specifications, performance and fuel economy data of shelby mustang gt500 494 kw 672 ps 662 hp, edition of the year 20 since midyear 2012 for north america, including acceleration times 060 mph, 0100 mph, 0100 kmh, 0200 kmh, quarter mile time, top speed, mileage and fuel economy, powertoweight ratio, dimensions, drag coefficient, etc. Ford has answered the zl1 with an update car of their own. For the 2014 season, honda will base their cars on the honda nsx. According to ford, this is the most powerful production v8 engine in the world, one that will get the gt500 to a top speed of 200 mph. The 20 shelby gt500 is a refreshed version of the 2010 shelby gt500, with an updated exterior and a bigger, more powerful 5.
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