2014 Shelby GT Ford Mustang Boasts 624 HP
After a five-year hiatus, the Shelby GT Ford Mustang has made a return for the 2014 model year.
Based on the standard Mustang GT, the Shelby GT variant can be had with 430 hp in base model form, but power-hungry enthusiasts can opt for the Shelby GT/SC supercharged model that comes standard with 525 hp. If that’s not enough, Shelby offers a variant with a staggering 624 hp, the most powerful version of the Mustang GT ever made.
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As a post-title program, Ford dealerships can send a customer’s GT coupe or convertible to Shelby for the packages with the entry-level kits including a Ford Racing suspension, Shelby exhaust, intake and engine tune for 430 hp, wheels and tires, short shifter, hood and Le Mans stripes. Every Shelby GT model is 50-state emissions legal and runs on standard pump gas.
There’s also an assortment of options buyers can choose from, including more aggressive suspension bits, better brakes and supercharger upgrades. As for the 624-hp GT/SC version, that Mustang will launch to 60 mph from a standstill in about 3.7 seconds.
The base Shelby GT price starts at $14,995 – not including the car of course. The Shelby GT/SC package begins at $27,995.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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Junk metal scrap packed with 624hp, even this claimed HP is not attenable
Looks like a good option for enthusiasts who want more than stock but are not especially fond of Roush. I am looking forward to the first head-to-head between them!