1 of 21 Shelby GT500 40th Anniversary Super Snake Supercharged 5.4L V8 6 Speed

SUMMARY

* Believed to be 1 of only 7 Vista Blue 40th Anniversary Super Snake coupes
* $24K worth of upgrades performed by Shelby Automobiles
* 5.4 liter supercharged V8 / 725 horsepower
* Tremec TR6060 6-speed manual transmission
* 20-inch Shelby Razor wheels
* Shelby/Eibach suspension
* Vista Blue paint / 40th Anniversary-exclusive silver LeMans stripes
* Borla exhaust
* 3.73 gears
* Sale includes a window sticker, receipts for the Shelby-installed upgrades and a certificate for the Shelby-installed upgrades

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Thanks to innovative fans and creative designers, our cars continue to become more sophisticated, more polished and more refined. One of those fans, a Texan by the name of Carroll Shelby, spent most of his life building a well-deserved reputation for serious performance and record setting speed. And even at the fiery age of 89, he was STILL inspiring enthusiasts to push their creations to the point of borderline unbelievable. It seems only fitting that Ford and Shelby Automobiles would eventually renew their decades abandoned push to dominate the performance car world. And this 40th Anniversary Super Snake, mixing a supercharged V8 and track-tuned suspension with $24K worth of Shelby-installed upgrades, is a perfect example of why that partnership is a match made in heaven. Want some cool and exclusive muscle that you can actually drive and enjoy? This low-mileage, showroom-fresh coupe is exactly what you've been waiting for!

BODYWORK/TRIM

Reflecting a wet looking layer of Vista Blue 2-stage under classy LeMans Silver call-outs, this spotless Mustang has seen meticulous care since new. All of the car's upgrades were performed by Shelby Automobiles of Las Vegas, Nevada: an outfit that undoubtedly knows how to churn out killer performance machines. And like most of our low-mileage, factory-fresh pieces, its body presents as new in every conceivable way. That body's shiny, dent-free panels are 100% straight with no history of accidents or damage of any kind. And a close look down the car's sculpted fuselage reveals world-class finishing that, by far, creates one of the nicest late-model Fords we've ever seen!

When up close and personal with Ford's GT500, it becomes clear the firm's designers focused on creating a car that looks tailored and substantial in comparison to its “lesser” counterparts. And this killer Mustang, with its high quality body kit, panther-like stance and fully detailed exterior, is about as “substantial” as it gets! At the front of the mean mare, a familiar Mustang grille hangs a 40th Anniversary Cobra emblem between halogen headlights, a carbon fiber splitter and a sculpted valance that's complete with traditional fog lamps. At the top of that grille, a lightweight hood centers aluminum Shelby heat extractors in front of chip-free factory glass. At the sides of that hood, Shelby 40th Anniversary fender emblems float between carbon fiber rockers and capped mirrors. And at the back of the car, sequential taillights, bold trunk lettering and a 40th Anniversary faux fuel filler reflect a large, trunk-mounted spoiler, an aggressive valance and polished exhaust tips.

ENGINE

Created as a turnkey package for enthusiasts who want a reliably engineered Mustang that unlocks the full potential of Ford's legendary 'mod motor', the top-of-the-line Super Snake utilizes a Kenne Bell twin-screw supercharger to crank out an astonishing 725 horsepower. Front-and-center, the car's color-keyed blower makes good use of a Kenne Bell cold air induction system, which marries clean aesthetics with excellent efficiency. At the sides of the engine, dynamic SVT coil covers combine with an array of Shelby caps and dipsticks to dress things up a bit. As with all Shelby specialties, this Mustang proudly displays a consecutively numbered Shelby American badge that verifies the car's authenticity. Aesthetically, the spotless mill features a typical OEM-level appearance that displays hardly any signs of usage. And when you twist the eager engine's key, you become the lead composer of a veritable orchestra of sinister whines and octane-fueled roars!

DRIVETRAIN/SUSPENSION

As most performance car fans already know, this Mustang's SVT-tuned suspension is nothing short of excellent. And with a few of Shelby's choice bolt-ons, it sticks to the corners like the high-speed luge winner at the 2014 Winter Olympics. The firm's upgrades began with a Shelby/Eibach suspension that straightens the curves, progressed to Shelby/Brembo brakes that scrub big speed, and ended with a Shelby/Pirelli footprint that keeps power planted to the pavement. Behind the smooth engine, a slick-shifting Tremec TR6060 6-speed sends power to big, 3.73 gears and a Ford limited-slip differential. At the corners of the car, two Ford calipers and the aforementioned Brembos squeeze vented rotors behind optional Shelby brake ducts. Turns come courtesy of Ford's super-efficient power-assisted steering. Exhaust flows through large-diameter pipes to an X-shaped crossover, beefy Borla mufflers and highly polished tips. All this first class speed and agility rides on chrome Shelby Razors, which spin 255/35ZR20 Pirelli P Zeros in front of 275/35ZR20 Pirelli P Zeros. And the car's roster of first-rate ancillaries includes: ABS, traction control, a C.H.E. axle brace and a Proform Perfect Launch differential cover.

INTERIOR

Inside this Ford, bolstered seats, which feature embossed Cobra insignias, ride opposite a monochromatic, leather-wrapped steering wheel that's adorned with convenient thumb buttons. The dash is a familiar Mustang layout, which hangs satin-trimmed instruments and a programmable “SVT” shift light beside a sequential plaque and integrated Shelby accessory gauges. Below that plaque, an optional Shaker 1000 stereo combines MP3 compatibility with a 6-disc CD changer to become a one-stop shop for all your audio entertainment needs. Below that stereo, a short-throw shifter leads an impressive console that's detailed with a Shelby-branded lid. Beneath that console, rich carpet flows past 40th Anniversary floor mats and metal-trimmed foot pedals to 40th Anniversary sill plates. And naturally, all the luxuries you'd expect in a high dollar modern car are ready and waiting including: cruise control, power windows, power door locks, power mirrors, a power driver's seat and Remote Keyless Entry.

HISTORICAL INFORMATION

Displaying a mere 9,118 miles on its bright digital odometer, this eight year old Snake has logged just enough road time to keep everything lucid and in good working order. Its factory window sticker, which is included with our sale, lists the following options and standard equipment:

STANDARD EQUIPMENT INCLUDED AT NO EXTRA CHARGE

* 18 x 9.5 bright machined aluminum wheels
* Unique Shelby GT500 badging
* LeMans top stripes / GT500 side stripes
* Unique aluminum hood that's complete with air extractors
* Rear decklid spoiler
* Fog lamps
* Rear window defroster
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* Sport bucket seats, which feature embossed Cobra logos
* Shaker 500 audio system, which includes AM/FM, 6-disc CD changer and MP3 compatibility
* Light-toned cluster gauges, which include a boost gauge
* Air conditioning
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* SVT-tuned suspension
* Brembo front brakes, which feature 14-inch vented discs and Brembo branded calipers
* Tremec 6-speed manual transmission
* Dual tuned stainless steel X-pipe exhaust
* High performance tires sized P255/45ZR18 for the front and P285/40ZR18 for the rear
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* Anti-lock brakes / Traction control
* Second generation dual front airbags
* Side-mounted airbags for the car's driver and front passenger
* Illuminated Entry
* Remote Keyless Entry
* LATCH child safety system
* 24-hour roadside assistance

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

* Driver & passenger airbags ($00)
* Anti-lock brakes ($00)
* Traction control ($00)
* Power, 6-way driver's seat ($00)
* Shelby white tape stripe ($00)
* Front license plate bracket ($00)
* Sirius satellite radio ($195)
* GT500 Premier Trim Package ($595)
* Shaker 1000 audio system ($1,295)
* Gas Guzzler Tax ($1,300)

STANDARD VEHICLE PRICE: $40,930

TOTAL OPTIONS: $3,385

DESTINATION & DELIVERY: $745

TOTAL MANUFACTURER'S SUGGESTED RETAIL PRICE: $45,060

SOLD AT: Cerritos Ford of Cerritos, California

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OUR SALE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION AND ACCESSORIES

* The aforementioned window sticker
* A dealer markup addendum
* The car's Owner's Manual and factory brochures
* A receipt for the car's alarm system
* A Shelby marketing brochure
* Receipts for the car's Shelby-installed upgrades
* A specs page documenting the car's Shelby-installed upgrades
* A Shelby certificate authenticating those upgrades
* Miscellaneous GT500 literature
* Two sets of keys with matching fobs
* A set of locking lug nuts

Even without its rarity factor, this red-hot coupe would satisfy virtually any performance enthusiast. With plenty of power and nearly universal appeal, it's hard to think of a more desirable modern pony car. Add in the Shelby name, low mileage and rare, Shelby-installed upgrades, and this thoroughbred starts looking like a great investment. Want to own a showroom-fresh copy of one of the baddest Mustangs ever assembled? Don't miss your chance to claim this awesome GT500 Super Snake!