"Technology hasn't exactly stood still since the last GT500 rolled
out of a showroom in 1970, and even though this revival preserves a
good old live axle rear suspension, a mechanical tradition that has
all but disappeared in current passenger cars, its mechanical
credentials are fully contemporary. Not to mention seriously
potent." Car and Driver, July 2005, first test of the 2007
GT500
For consignment, a 2007 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 convertible with
a title verified 25,177 actual miles. One owner. One driver. Always
garaged. Stored November through March. But just in case that's not
enough info, keep reading!
Exterior
Ford calls this Torch Red and they spruce it up with wide white
Shelby stripes over the hood, decklid, and wing. Shelby's name
appears in a distinctive font on the rear decklid and also embedded
in the third brake light, while the Cobra snake makes numerous
appearances beginning on the mock gas cap, front fenders, and
grille. A triple stripe on the lower panel takes in "GT500" while
three part tail lights sit flush with the rear panel and over a
smooth red bumper cover that serves as the final platform for the
Shelby stripes and gives way to a rear splitter. Hood vents, a rear
spoiler, and 18-inch wheels round out the performance package with
40 series ZR rated tires that have a mid 2024 date code. The black
canvas top is in great shape and so is the body and paint.
Imperfections noted include some deglazing and curb rash on the
wheels, a random chip in the paint, gravel chips on the front
quarter, and typical scrapes to the front air dam.
Interior
The perforated door inserts of this generation Mustang are well
known for coming loose, the glue wearing out over time, and the
high performance GT500 is not spared this process as there is
evidence on the driver's side. Otherwise, the clean black doors
with red inserts present nicely. The front buckets are Charcoal
Black leather with pleated red inserts supported by semi robust
side supports and these, along with the rear 2+2, are in great
condition, as you would expect. An airbag fits in a badged circle
in the center of the steering wheel which is wrapped in leather and
stitched with red. Ahead of you, the straight forward gauge package
with red needles that light up and the SVT acronym accenting the
tachometer. The center stack begins with a badge, an authentic
looking Shelby signature and the VIN of the car itself, followed by
a Shaker 500 AM/FM/6 CD radio and standard A/C knobs. That red
stitching from the wheel makes its way to the boot of the stout
shifter in the center console while black carpet below is protected
by GT500 mats. In back, the trunk is finished in gray panels and
like the rest of the interior spaces, is just about showroom
fresh.
Drivetrain
We lift the hood to find a clean insulator around the functional
heat ducts, opening up to the always impressive supercharger above
the 5.4 liter DOHC V8 and just like the advertising on the side of
the car reads, 500 horsepower is produced by this mill. It's mated
to a T56 6-speed manual transmission that routes the stampede to
the Ford 8.8" rear with 3.31 gears and TracLoc. The bay presents
cleanly and even includes factory grease pencil marks.
Undercarriage
The underside presents in more driver quality showing evidence of
the 25,000 miles it's accumulated. As such, we have some surface
rust and oxidation but otherwise clean and dry conditions. Dual
exhaust flows through original equipment mufflers and meets the
atmosphere through substantial polished tips. Power disc brakes all
around include Brembos up front and suspension consists of
Macpherson struts up front and a 3 link, coil springs and a panhard
bar in back.
Drive-Ability
A comfortable interior, obvious insane power underfoot, and a
classic exhaust note highlight a lap around the test loop that
results in check marks top to bottom, meaning everything on board
operates as intended and this low mileage Cobra is only missing one
thing; a new owner! While Classic Auto Mall represents that these
functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot
guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your
purchase.
Faster than a speeding bullet, more powerful than a locomotive,
able to leap deep potholes in a single bound, it's the Mustang
Shelby GT500. Put the top down and hold on to your hat, this
E-ticket ride is ready for some fun.
1ZVHT89S175286349
1ZV-Auto Alliance International Ford Passenger Car
H-Front & Side Airbags, Manual Belts
T89-Shelby GT500 Convertible
S-5.4L Supercharged V8 Shelby
1-Check Digit
7-2007
5-AAI: Flat Rock MI Assy Plant
286349-Sequential Unit Number
DOOR STICKER
EXT PNT D3-Torch Red
INT TR GR-Charcoal & Red Sport Bucket Seats
AXLE CG-3.31 Limited Slip
TR E-T56 6 Speed Manual
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