Shelby GT 500

rebelyell · 07-03-2005, 12:34 AM

Carroll Shelby took this one for a personal spin around the block. It must have a short throw shifter. And you'll notice the S/C isn't as loud as i think it should be. But he wasn't exactly letting it all hang out either. Sweet ride nonetheless...

http://www.muscularmustangs.com/down...gt500video.wmv

*venom* · 07-03-2005, 02:02 AM

Its bad ass.

WaterDR · 07-03-2005, 09:56 AM

Carol is one old dude. Makes you wonder how much he was really involved in this car.

Sort of a strange idea if you think about it. Ford took a very young, extremely talented guy who lead the design of the new Mustang, and put him in charge of the new Shelby. I think this showed a true purist approach for Ford to do this. In the past, SVT cards were always designed by a top-secret team who took an exisiting platform.

Carol's involvement was probably minimal IMO. But, still glad that he was involved.

I can name at least 12 people I know who seriously think they are gonna buy one of these. In the end, there will not be enough to meet the demand and most of us will probably never set foot in one. I can already imagine dealer seeling these for 60k+.

MattJ · 07-03-2005, 11:18 AM

I agree with blake. You arent going to see one of these on the road for under 60k the first year, and good luck finding one too.

*venom* · 07-03-2005, 11:27 AM

Yep thats why I am not counting on getting one when it comes out rather just complete my 98 and buy a new home.

WaterDR · 07-03-2005, 12:23 PM

Someone asked me again yesterday if I was gonna buy a new Mustang. $35k for a new vert (if you can find one) and only $15k for mine. I can guarentee you that my car as setup is more fun to drive than a brand new one and $20k less expensive. BUT, I still avoid Ford lots cuz you never know.

*venom* · 07-03-2005, 01:17 PM

I know the feeling but whats the use of haing a new GT when your current stang could smoke it. I guess its the cool factor of having something new. The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence. By the way Im going to post up the hood I got.

Blue02GT · 07-03-2005, 04:20 PM

I don't think they will go for 60k. They are making 7,000 per year as a target. It is really just another Cobra. They will stick an extra 5k charge on them at the dealer when they first come out but just like the 03's within a year they will have to deal on them. Also with the array of performance cars coming from Dodge and Chrysler they will have some competition. Plus a new Mach and possibly a Boss will be out by 07. Should be good times ahead for Ford enthusiasts.

04Mustang · 07-03-2005, 06:05 PM

MM&FF said theyd be under 40k. I never noticed how old Shelby was, I hope Im doing that when Im his age heh. Cool looking car.

csledd · 07-03-2005, 06:32 PM

its so beautiful /drools

MattJ · 07-04-2005, 09:48 AM

rebelyell, that supercharger whine is almost as loud as the tire squeel, and think of how loud that is. The 03-04 superchargers on the cobras were loud as hell, and the gt500 is going to be the same, if not louder.

jjtgiants · 07-04-2005, 10:11 AM

That is bad azz man! wow. I'm a little more excited to see what other models they come out with that will be in between the Cobra and GT. I also agree with blake, I don't think my car would beat an 05 GT, but the it's still pretty fun to drive and I also stay away from the Ford lots! ha ha

WaterDR · 07-04-2005, 06:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jjtgiants

That is bad azz man! wow. I'm a little more excited to see what other models they come out with that will be in between the Cobra and GT. I also agree with blake, I don't think my car would beat an 05 GT, but the it's still pretty fun to drive and I also stay away from the Ford lots! ha ha

Looks like we both need an intervention.

WaterDR · 07-04-2005, 06:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blue02GT

I don't think they will go for 60k. They are making 7,000 per year as a target. It is really just another Cobra. They will stick an extra 5k charge on them at the dealer when they first come out but just like the 03's within a year they will have to deal on them. Also with the array of performance cars coming from Dodge and Chrysler they will have some competition. Plus a new Mach and possibly a Boss will be out by 07. Should be good times ahead for Ford enthusiasts.

I hope you are right. If Ford is smart, they will market the crap out of the GT-500, but then roll-out 25k GT-350's and a bunch of Mach's and some Bosses for all the regular folk.

MustangGTman · 07-06-2005, 03:51 AM

nice car nice choice of music and the right person to drive cant get better

07-03-2005, 12:34 AM	#1 (permalink)
rebelyell unofficial philosopher Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Fayetteville, NC Posts: 1,897	Shelby GT 500 Carroll Shelby took this one for a personal spin around the block. It must have a short throw shifter. And you'll notice the S/C isn't as loud as i think it should be. But he wasn't exactly letting it all hang out either. Sweet ride nonetheless... http://www.muscularmustangs.com/down...gt500video.wmv __________________ 2004 Torch Red GT Mach 1 Chin Spoiler "4.6 L V8" Side Stripes Mach 1 Hood stripe Black shorty antenna Flowmaster catbacks

07-03-2005, 02:02 AM	#2 (permalink)
venom Super Moderator Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 5,513	Its bad ass. __________________ http://www.mustangboards.com/mustang...500/ppuser/103

07-03-2005, 09:56 AM	#3 (permalink)
WaterDR Administrator Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 6,395	Carol is one old dude. Makes you wonder how much he was really involved in this car. Sort of a strange idea if you think about it. Ford took a very young, extremely talented guy who lead the design of the new Mustang, and put him in charge of the new Shelby. I think this showed a true purist approach for Ford to do this. In the past, SVT cards were always designed by a top-secret team who took an exisiting platform. Carol's involvement was probably minimal IMO. But, still glad that he was involved. I can name at least 12 people I know who seriously think they are gonna buy one of these. In the end, there will not be enough to meet the demand and most of us will probably never set foot in one. I can already imagine dealer seeling these for 60k+. __________________ Black 2000 GT Vert: Novi-2000 with Intercooler (375rwhp @ 9 psi); Tune by Kauffmans; Roush 380R Body kit; Steeda Subframes; Steeda Strut Tower Support; Deep Dish Bullets; FRPP 4:10's; SCT 4 Position Chip with four custom tunes; Steeda CAI; C&L Pleum; BBK 75 TB; SLP Loudmouth; SLP Catted X-Pipe; Bullitt Suspension; UPR Conrol Arms; Focus Fuel Pump My Car My Email

07-03-2005, 11:18 AM	#4 (permalink)
MattJ Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Racine, WI Posts: 10,243	I agree with blake. You arent going to see one of these on the road for under 60k the first year, and good luck finding one too. __________________ 2001 Mustang GT Premium - Mineral Grey

07-03-2005, 11:27 AM	#5 (permalink)
venom Super Moderator Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 5,513	Yep thats why I am not counting on getting one when it comes out rather just complete my 98 and buy a new home. __________________ http://www.mustangboards.com/mustang...500/ppuser/103

07-03-2005, 12:23 PM	#6 (permalink)
WaterDR Administrator Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 6,395	Someone asked me again yesterday if I was gonna buy a new Mustang. $35k for a new vert (if you can find one) and only $15k for mine. I can guarentee you that my car as setup is more fun to drive than a brand new one and $20k less expensive. BUT, I still avoid Ford lots cuz you never know. __________________ Black 2000 GT Vert: Novi-2000 with Intercooler (375rwhp @ 9 psi); Tune by Kauffmans; Roush 380R Body kit; Steeda Subframes; Steeda Strut Tower Support; Deep Dish Bullets; FRPP 4:10's; SCT 4 Position Chip with four custom tunes; Steeda CAI; C&L Pleum; BBK 75 TB; SLP Loudmouth; SLP Catted X-Pipe; Bullitt Suspension; UPR Conrol Arms; Focus Fuel Pump My Car My Email

07-03-2005, 01:17 PM	#7 (permalink)
venom Super Moderator Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 5,513	I know the feeling but whats the use of haing a new GT when your current stang could smoke it. I guess its the cool factor of having something new. The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence. By the way Im going to post up the hood I got. __________________ http://www.mustangboards.com/mustang...500/ppuser/103

07-03-2005, 04:20 PM	#8 (permalink)
Blue02GT Ex Mini Smack King Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: St. Louis Posts: 868	I don't think they will go for 60k. They are making 7,000 per year as a target. It is really just another Cobra. They will stick an extra 5k charge on them at the dealer when they first come out but just like the 03's within a year they will have to deal on them. Also with the array of performance cars coming from Dodge and Chrysler they will have some competition. Plus a new Mach and possibly a Boss will be out by 07. Should be good times ahead for Ford enthusiasts. __________________ True Blue 2002 GT Premium 4r70W 1/8 8.205@ 84.780 1/4 12.874@ 107.20 Bolt on's n/a NMRA #7703 Dyno'd at Modular Depot 251 hp. 291 Tq. 4.30's, 3500 Stall converter, Steeda upper & Lowers, Tokico drag struts, M & M frame connectors, P & A valve body, C&L plenum, Accufab 75mm TB, Jet Hot Long tubes, Hooker O/R X, Steeda catback,SCT tune,Steeda pullies.

07-03-2005, 06:05 PM	#9 (permalink)
04Mustang Appearance Whore Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Riverview Posts: 63	MM&FF said theyd be under 40k. I never noticed how old Shelby was, I hope Im doing that when Im his age heh. Cool looking car. __________________ 2004 Torch Red V6

07-03-2005, 06:32 PM	#10 (permalink)
csledd DSG!!! Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Paducah, KY Posts: 3,074	its so beautiful /drools __________________ CAP DSG Registry 2003 Mustang GT - daily driven check out my cardomain for more info 296 rwhp / 310 rwtq Money spent @ AM: $4623.20 1984 Mustang Hatch - low budget project

07-04-2005, 09:48 AM	#11 (permalink)
MattJ Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Racine, WI Posts: 10,243	rebelyell, that supercharger whine is almost as loud as the tire squeel, and think of how loud that is. The 03-04 superchargers on the cobras were loud as hell, and the gt500 is going to be the same, if not louder. __________________ 2001 Mustang GT Premium - Mineral Grey

07-04-2005, 10:11 AM	#12 (permalink)
jjtgiants jjtgiants Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Dublin, CA Posts: 3,850	That is bad azz man! wow. I'm a little more excited to see what other models they come out with that will be in between the Cobra and GT. I also agree with blake, I don't think my car would beat an 05 GT, but the it's still pretty fun to drive and I also stay away from the Ford lots! ha ha

07-06-2005, 03:51 AM	#15 (permalink)
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