Giddy-up! Shelby Mustang is coming
Fri, May 09 2008
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The FordMustang GT500KR,
with 540 horses from a
supercharged 5.4-litre V8
will be in dealer showrooms
with month. The price —
at least $80,000. |
The automaker promises that the model blends SVT engineering, Ford Racing experience and Shelby ingenuity for an uncompromising package. It’s also a TV star, with a starring role on a re-make of the old Knight-Rider series.
Packing 40 more horsepower than the ‘standard’ GT500 model, the KR boasts a slew of go-fast goodies like an aero kit, weight reduction, and upgraded chassis components to handle the demands of high performance driving.
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The Shelby Mustang’s interior
is clean and clear with a
short shifter and easy-to-read
guages. |
“Every new Shelby Mustang renews my energy and passion for performance,” said Carroll Shelby.
“I’m just as excited about the 2008 KR as I was when I developed the first one. The team has done a great job with this car. It is this is truly the best Shelby Mustang we’ve ever built ... so far.” Just 1,000 will be built for 2008, selling at an MSRP of $79,995, each.
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