2015 Shelby GT Boasts 627 HP
Shelby continues to expand its impressive lineup of offerings for the new Ford Mustang.
Making its debut in the Ford booth at Barrett-Jackson in Scottsdale, Ariz. this past weekend, the 2015 Shelby GT is based on the latest Mustang GT model before receiving a plethora of goodies from Ford Racing Performance Parts, Shelby and other aftermarket components. To whet your appetite, the 2015 Shelby GT gets supercharged to bring performance to 627 hp, but is capable of reaching over 700 hp.
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Along with the supercharger for the GT’s engine, Shelby also outfits the sports car with 3.73 gears, a Borla exhaust, Weld Racing wheels, Michelin tires and Wilwood six-piston front brake calipers. Exterior upgrades include a carbon fiber body kit and billet aluminum front grilles. The 2015 Shelby GT will be certified for use in all 50 states. The company will charge $39,995, which does not include the base price of the vehicle.
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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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Yeahhhh, I could probably be talked into driving one....
Jeebus... Buy a Hellcat for far less and be done with it.