Supercharged Optioned Shelby GT/SC Offers up to 624 HP
- Shelby GT unveiled at the LA Auto Show
- Available in 430 HP naturally aspirated, 525 HP or 624 HP GT/SC
versions
- Shelby GT/SC version expected to go 0-60 mph in 3.7 seconds
LOS ANGELES -- (Business Wire)
Shelby
American, a wholly owned subsidiary of Carroll Shelby International
Inc. (CSBI:PK), returned one of its most popular cars to the lineup
today by unveiling the Shelby
GT at the LA
Auto Show. The new generation Shelby
GT is based on the 2014 Ford Mustang GT with an incredibly
attractive base price and 430 HP. The optional Shelby GT/SC supercharged
model comes in either a 525 HP or a staggering 624 HP version, making it
the most potent version of the car ever made.
Shelby GT unveiled at the LA Auto Show. Available in 430 HP naturally aspirated, 525 HP or 624 HP GT/SC versions. Shelby GT/SC version expected to go 0-60 mph in 3.7 seconds. (Photo: Business Wire)
“The Shelby GT was one of the most important vehicles in modern day
Shelby history,” said John
Luft, president of Shelby American. “It kicked off Shelby’s rebirth
in Las Vegas by putting a Mustang-based small block car into Ford
dealerships. Ever since the Shelby GT went out of production, people
have clamored for its return.”
In 2007, Ford Division, Carroll Shelby and Ford Racing created the
Shelby GT. Beginning as 4.6L Mustang GT’s assembled at Ford’s Flat Rock,
Mich. plant, they were shipped to Shelby in Las Vegas for
transformation. The 320 HP 2007 Shelby GT coupes were all Performance
White or Black with silver stripes. In 2008, Shelby added Vista Blue and
a choice of coupe or convertible. About 8,000 Shelby GT’s were built.
The Shelby GT was wildly popular and the people who snagged one have
been one of the most passionate owner groups. The cars were often
tailored with custom parts to fit an owner’s personality and then driven
hard on both the street and track. The Shelby GT totally dominated its
SCCA racing class in 2007 and 2008.
“Based on the standard Mustang GT, the total cost of our entry-level
2014 Shelby GT is only about $45,000, yet offers so much more than the
previous model,” said, Gary Patterson, Shelby American VP of Sales. “The
performance-to-price ratio makes the Shelby GT perfect for any serious
pony car enthusiast.”
The new Shelby
GT is a post-title program; Ford dealers send a customer’s Mustang
GT coupe or convertible to Shelby for upfit. Every material performance
aspect of the car is enhanced or replaced to create a potent, balanced
performer worthy of the Shelby name. Entry-level package upgrades
include a Ford Racing suspension, Shelby branded exhaust, intake and
engine tune for 430 HP, specially designed wheels and tires, short
shifter, hood and Le Mans stripes that make it uniquely Shelby. Every Shelby
GT version is 50 state emissions legal and runs on pump gas.
One of the car’s most appealing aspects is the opportunity for
personalization. Choosing from an array of options, customers can opt
for a more hard-edged suspension, better braking and supercharger
upgrades, as well as a vast selection of performance and styling parts
from Shelby Performance Parts.
“While the Shelby GT is very affordable for such an exclusive vehicle, a
post title program allows us to take performance to new levels,” said
Shelby American VP of Production, Gary Davis. “Working with partners
like Ford Racing, it is docile enough to be a daily driver and still
dominate the track on the weekends.”
The 624 HP Shelby GT/SC version is expected to blast from 0-60 mph in
about 3.7 seconds; the quarter mile time should be in the mid 11 second
range. The car should also pull over 1 G on the lateral skid-pad.
“No other carmaker offers this level of performance, heritage and iconic
styling at this price, making the Shelby GT the best all-around American
car in its class,” said Luft. “Each car will be issued a Shelby American
CSM number for documentation in our Shelby American Worldwide Registry
to help maximize potential future value.”
The price of the base Shelby
GT package, not including the car, is $14,995, making a nicely
equipped car about $45,000 in total. The Shelby GT/SC package begins at
$27,995. Customers can build their Shelby GT online at www.shelbyamerican.com/2014shelbygt.
About Shelby American, Inc. and Carroll Shelby Licensing
Founded by legend Carroll Shelby, Shelby American manufactures and
markets performance vehicles and related products. The company builds
authentic continuation Cobras, including the 427 S/C, 289 FIA and 289
street car component vehicles; it offers the Shelby GT, 1000, GT350,
GT500 Super Snake and GTS post-title packages for the 2005-2014 Ford
Mustang. Shelby American also builds the Shelby Raptor muscle truck and
Shelby Focus ST hot hatch. For more information, visit www.shelbyamerican.com.
Shelby American is a division of Carroll Shelby International Inc.
(CSBI.PK). Carroll Shelby Licensing Inc., also a wholly owned division,
is the exclusive holder of Carroll Shelby's trademarks and vehicle
design rights. It also holds trademark rights for Shelby-branded
apparel, accessories and collectibles. Info is at www.shelbylicensing.com.
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Contacts:
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Source: Shelby American, Inc.
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