2016 Ford Shelby GT350R Spied Testing in White
If you’re saving up for the Ford Shelby GT350R, you might want to consider one in white.
The most track-focused Mustang yet is powered by a 5.2-liter V8 with a flat-plane crankshaft that the American automaker promises will make over 500 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque. The latest round of spy photos captured by our photographers show the Shelby GT350R in an Oxford White finish along with black racing stripes and black wheels, providing a race-inspired contrast. Compared to the standard GT350, the GT350R sheds about 130 lbs thanks to carbon fiber wheels along with the removal of air conditioning and the rear seats.
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Supporting it for heavy track use is an air-to-oil engine cooler that has been fitted along with the standard cooler for the six-speed manual transmission while the suspension has been enhanced with revised spring rates, roll bars and more. Those gorgeous 19-inch carbon fiber wheels have been paired with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires formulated specially for the Shelby GT350R.
The 2016 Ford Shelby GT350R is expected to arrive showrooms later this year.
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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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