Vehicle Description
Thanks to innovative fans and creative designers, our cars continue
to become more sophisticated, more polished and more refined. One
of those fans, a Texan by the name of Carroll Shelby, spent most of
his life building a well-deserved reputation for serious
performance and record setting speed. And even at the fiery age of
89, he was STILL inspiring enthusiasts to push their creations to
the point of borderline unbelievable. It seems only fitting that
Ford and Shelby Automobiles would eventually renew their decades
abandoned push to dominate the performance car world. And this 2007
GT500, with its supercharged V8, track-tuned suspension and
razor-sharp appearance, is a perfect example of why that
partnership is a match made in heaven. Want some cool and exclusive
muscle that you can actually drive and enjoy? This low-mileage,
showroom-fresh coupe is exactly what you've been looking for!
APPEARANCE
Complementing smooth Black Clearcoat 2-stage with tasteful Tungsten
stripes, this spotless Mustang has spent the majority of its life
parked in dry storage. Thanks to that shelter, and a noted aversion
to rain and wintry weather, the car's second and most recent owner
maintained factory-fresh aesthetics that would be right at home in
a dealer's showroom. According to CARFAX, those aesthetics are 100%
straight with no history of accidents or damage of any kind. And a
close look down this Ford's sculpted fuselage reveals world-class
finishing!
In typical Shelby Mustang fashion, the nouveau GT500 looks tailored
and substantial in comparison to 'lesser' competitors. At the front
of the car, a familiar Mustang grille hangs an offset Cobra emblem
between bright headlights, a small splitter and a sculpted valance
that's complete with traditional fog lamps. At the top of that
grille, a requisite aluminum hood fronts chip-free glass that's
centered on power-operated mirrors. At the sides of that hood,
Satin Black rockers frame cool Cobra fender emblems. And behind
those rockers, a stylish spoiler and aggressive Shelby splitter
frame clean taillights, a bold "SHELBY" trunk script and a GT500
faux fuel filler.
POWER
The reborn GT500 celebrated one of the most successful partnerships
in performance car history. Take a look under this Mustang's
bulging hood and you'll find a blown 'mod motor' that was heavily
influenced by Ford's own GT super car. And what's better: by
utilizing a cast iron block, aluminum heads, forged internals and
dual overhead cams, this rowdy torque monster makes great power
while mixing surprising efficiency with docile manners. Twist the
key and the big V8 rumbles to life, breathing through a Steeda air
box, a factory X-pipe, throaty Ford mufflers and polished stainless
tips. Goose the throttle and an Eaton roots-style supercharger
utilizes a proven Steeda pulley to create gobs of rich boost.
Deliver one serious jab to the go-pedal, and you'll find out why
dictionaries are starting to list the name "Carroll Shelby" under
the word "performance"! Aesthetically, this Ford's spotless bay
looks assembly line-fresh, eschewing the kind flash you'd expect
from such a pedigreed car for, dare I say, a bit of a 'sleeper'
vibe. But to anyone who knows anything about performance, the big
blower and stylish "POWERED BY SVT" coil covers are a dead giveaway
that they're looking at something real special!
POWER MANAGEMENT
As most performance car fans already know, this Mustang's SVT-tuned
chassis is nothing short of excellent. Behind the smooth engine, a
slick-shifting Tremec TR6060 6-speed spins power to an 8.8-inch
limited-slip axle that's finished with friendly, 3.31 gears. At the
corners of the car, power-assisted Brembo calipers join
power-assisted Ford calipers in squeezing big, vented rotors. Turns
come courtesy of Ford's super-efficient power rack-and-pinion
steering. Naturally, Ford's standard ABS and traction control
systems are present and accounted for. And all that first-class
agility rolls on stylish SVT kicks, which twist 255/45ZR18 Goodyear
Eagle F1s in front of 285/40ZR18 Goodyear Eagle F1s.
COMFORT
Inside this Ford, 2-tone, Cobra-branded seats, which feature
standard power adjustment for the car's driver, ride opposite a
monochromatic, leather-wrapped steering wheel that's adorned with
convenient thumb buttons. The dash is a familiar Mustang layout
that frames sweeping telemetry next to a glowing Carroll Shelby
signature. Below the dash, an optional Shaker 1000 stereo, complete
with a 6-disc CD changer, leads an impressive console that's
fashioned around a short shifter. Beneath that console, rich carpet
flows past metal-trimmed foot pedals and color-keyed floor mats to
snazzy SVT sills. And naturally, all the luxuries you'd expect in a
high dollar modern car are ready and waiting, including: cruise
control, power windows, power door locks and Remote Keyless
Entry.
HISTORICAL INFORMATION
Here's a look at this showroom-fresh Shelby's factory-supplied
Window Sticker:
STANDARD EQUIPMENT INCLUDED AT NO EXTRA CHARGE
18 x 9.5 bright machined aluminum wheels
Unique Shelby GT500 badging
Le Mans top stripes and GT500 side stripes
Unique aluminum hood that's complete with air extractors
Rear decklid spoiler
Fog lamps
Rear window defroster
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Sport bucket seats, which feature embossed Cobra logos
Shaker 500 audio system, which includes AM/FM, 6-disc CD changer
and MP3 compatibility
Light-toned cluster gauges, which include a boost gauge
Air conditioning
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SVT-tuned suspension
Brembo front brakes, which feature 14-inch vented discs and Brembo
branded calipers
6-speed Tremec manual transmission
Dual tuned stainless steel X-pipe exhaust
High performance tires sized P255/45ZR18 for the front and
P285/40ZR18 for the rear
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Anti-lock brakes / Traction control
Second generation dual front airbags
Side-mounted airbags for the car's driver and front passenger
seats
Illuminated entry
Remote Keyless Entry
LATCH Child Safety System
24-hour roadside assistance
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
Sirius satellite radio ($195)
GT500 Premier Trim Package ($595)
Shelby Tungsten tape stripe ($00)
Shaker 1000 Audio System ($1,295)
Gas Guzzler Tax ($1,300)
STANDARD VEHICLE PRICE: $40,930
TOTAL OPTIONS: $3,385
DESTINATION & DELIVERY: $745
TOTAL MANUFACTURER'S SUGGESTED RETAIL PRICE: $45,060
ASSEMBLED IN: Flat Rock, Michigan
DELIVERED TO: Tom Wood Ford in Indianapolis, Indiana
VEHICLE SALE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION AND
ACCESSORIES
The car's original Owner's Manual and factory accessory
literature
The car's original Window Sticker
A receipt for the car's cold air intake
A large display board
Hardware for the car's front license plate
Locking lug nuts
A hand-held SCT flash tool
Even without its rarity factor, this red-hot Shelby would satisfy
virtually any performance enthusiast. With plenty of power and
nearly universal appeal, it's hard to think of a more desirable
modern pony car. Add in the Shelby name, limited production and low
mi...for more information please contact the seller.
