2007 Ford Shelby GT500 convertible - Review
Road and Track has just done a review of the 2007 Ford Shelby GT500 convertible. You can easily distinguish this drop top Mustang from any other pony car with a quick glance. It features a menacing front end that is much taller due to the domed aluminum hood that hides the supercharged 5.4-liter V-8. The car is made to look even more aggressive with the addition of a chin splitter, rear diffuser, and deck spoiler.
Final numbers haven't yet been compiled for horsepower and torque but they should be right around 475 for both. These numbers are achieved in larger part to the new Eaton M122 supercharger that is forcing 10 to 12 psi through the combustion chambers.
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Road and Track found the car to be very easy to shift thanks to the dual-disc clutch and smooth Tremec 6-speed with a 2.97:1 ratio. With the Shelby weighing almost 300 pounds more then the standard Mustang it was reported to be "remarkably balanced, almost lithe."
With a nicely appointed interior featuring well bolstered seats, SVT styling cues, and generous use of aluminum trim round out the package. Pricing isn't set yet but should be around $40,000 for the coupe with the convertible adding $4000. The car is set to go on sale in June.
Ford Shelby GT500 Convertible
Price: $44,000
Engine: Supercharged dohc 5.4-liter V-8
Transmission: 6-speed manual
0-60 mph: 4.5 sec
1/4 mile: 12.9 sec
