2007 super snake car and driver

Lessons learned building the ford mustangbased shelby super snake muscle car and the shelby f150 were applied to create this incredible street truck. Shelby gt500 super snake laptimes, specs, performance data. The kr in mustang shelby gt500kr appropriately stands for king of the road. If we had had shelbys 850hp super snake, maybe we could. Shelby mustang academic dictionaries and encyclopedias. Car wheels design mercedes benz old car wheels pictures. Click the button below to add the drive shaft shop 2007 2012 gt500 aluminum drive shaft to your wish list. Cjs takes a look back at who carroll shelby was, the first shelby mustang and cars progression to today. Worldwide, this car is one of less than 600 2007 gt500s that have been converted to super snakes. A whipple twinscrew supercharged version with over 725 hp will also be available, without warranty and offer a 060 mph runs in 3. Interestingly, shelby claims another tuning package will push this mustang to over 725. You have just stumbled across one of the toughest modern muscle cars ever created. Shelby mustangs, both old and new, are highly sought by collectors. Prudhomme edition super snake 20092010 the prudhomme edition super snake is a limited 100 units drag racing package for the 2007 2010 ford shelby gt500 cars, named after don prudhomme.

I drove the 800 hp shelby super snake and survived. May 01, 2007 externally, the super snake pictured right will resemble a gt500kr with different rocker stickers. This example was the last 2007 to receive the super snake upgrade, which was installed at shelby america in las vegas, nevada. Shelby to celebrate 50th anniversary super snake with. The shelby gt500 super snake is a legend for mustang fans. Mustang shelby great idea for a gift to the driver. Prudhomme edition super snake 20092010 the prudhomme edition super snake is a limited 100 units drag racing package for the 20072010 ford shelby gt500 cars, named after don prudhomme.

Shelby super snake f150 performance trucks truck trend. This is a 2008 shelby gt 500kr super snake mustang. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first super snake mustang, shelby built the latest mustang super snake for sale on the 5. Updated, 800hp shelby super snake hits the track in new promo. The 19651966 cars were the smallest and lightest of the gt 350 models. Car and driver compared an early build 2007 shelby gt500 with a 2006 z51 package chevrolet corvette. The 1965 gt350 was not built for comfort or ease of driving. It also has the ford racing exhaust, performance suspension. Drive shaft shop 20072012 gt500 aluminum drive shaft. Jan 19, 2017 shelby to celebrate 50th anniversary super snake with affordable 670 hp package.

This mustang is an original shelby super snake of which only 500 pieces are available worldwide. Classics on autotrader has listings for new and used 2007 ford mustang classics for sale near you. Its equipped with the 725 hp kenne bell supercharger upgraded from the 600 hp version. Jan 14, 2019 a year later, ford and shelby brought back the gt500 kr as a limitedrun 540 horsepower restyledgt500 in 2008. Vince laviolette, shelby automobile incs senior designer, test driver, and, apparently, vehicle transporter already gave us a tutorial when he.

King cobra 1966 shelby cobra 427 super snake csx3015. But i truly remember, the first mustang hit over 170 mph is 67 gt500 super snake. Sep 29, 2015 they brought a similar car to the masses in 2007 the shelby gt and, for owners of fords thennew gt500, a super snake conversion package offering either 600 or 725 hp. The shelby test driver, who i was following, seeing my increasing speed took this as. The shelby had a 100 hp advantage over the corvette, but a 616 lb weight disadvantage. Shelby american driver and engineer, ken miles, drove the gt350 to its first victory on valentines day, 1965, appropriate given how famed miles affection for the gt350 was. Red exterior, black interior, cd player, antilock brakes, driver passengerside airbags, air conditioning, cruise control, power windowsdoor locksseats. The super snake was a package installed by shelby with a 605hp engine. This gt500 was built on january 2nd, 2007 at fords flat rock, michigan plant and was sold new on january 22nd, 2007 by wyckoff ford in new jersey. The prudhomme edition shelby gt500 super snake is intended to be truly a road and track car. The super snake package clearly has been designed to create the ultimate.

The gt500 designation is gone for now and rumored to return in 2020. Why the 2020 shelby gt500 is the alltime ultimate mustang. Chevrolet and dodge get some credit for their modern muscle cars but ford was first to create a true tribute to the 60s. He has covered cars and the auto industry for forbes autos, car and driver, consumer guide, and other outlets. Jd power initial quality study car and driver 10 best cars 2012 10 best. They brought a similar car to the masses in 2007 the shelby gt and, for owners of fords thennew gt500, a super snake conversion package offering either 600 or 725 hp. The gt350 would hold onto the title of bclass champion for three years. Theres a stupid guy who said super snake is a tuning car. Shelby unleashes 750horsepower gt500 super snake prudhomme edition. Request a dealer quote or view used cars at msn autos. Ford mustang shelby gt500 super snake for sale dupont registry. The shelby mustang is synonymous with mustang performance. And super snake style wheels along with cobra badges on the grille, fenders. I bought my car used so from the get go i felt a slight vibration but i figured that was the feel of the car.

Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. Externally, the super snake pictured right will resemble a gt500kr with different rocker stickers. Ford mustang shelby gt500 super snake for sale dupont. We had the chance to test drive the 2007 super snake ford f150, the regularcab. Car and driver 10 best cars 2011 10 best new road trip vehicles 2011 brand image awards car and driver, january 2017. Check out the sweet ride in the feature article pushing the envelope in the april 20 issue of. Search from 365 ford mustangs for sale, including a used 2007 ford mustang convertible, a used 2007 ford mustang coupe, and a used 2007 ford mustang gt. Shelby american updates its mustangbased super snake for 2018 to give the already potent muscle car an even more venomous look.

With less than 15k miles on the car the driver side lower ball joint has already failed. These are test miles only at, ford and shelby american. The 2015 shelby super snake is an outrageous numbers game that. With only 5k miles and some change, this super snake is ready for its next owner to cherish it from its like new condition. In 2011, shelby american brought the shelby gt350 back to life with the new 5. Shelby super snake australia, with vehicles in stock for immediate delivery, at american car company, gold coast call us now on 07 5665 7546 or 0411 767 974 to discuss the shelby super snake range. Ford mustang shelby gt500 coupe classics for sale classics. The 2007 ford shelby gt500 is a purposeful performance car and striking to look at. The design team did not merely take heritage cues and paste them onto the contemporary mustang. This 2010 mustang gt500 is presented in torch red exterior with charcol.

To get a super snake, youd buy one new 2007 shelby gt500, then send it back to shelby american for the big horsepower injection. Detailed features and specs for the used 2007 ford shelby gt500 including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more. It also was signed by shelby with is obviously no longer an option. This is in absolute new condition with only 500 km. Accompanying revan racings 2007 ford mustang gt500 shelby super snake is model debenique sadler.

The engine is rated at 800 hp 597 kw on race fuel or 750 hp 559 kw on 93. Shelby kept the former for himself, keeping it streetlegal, and the latter went to a close friend of. A shelby was introduced with even more horsepower and capabilities. The super snake will offer a 605 hp at the engine 5. We toured in a 2007 ford shelby gt500 around america to missouri, illinois, indiana, ohio, and much more.

The super snake is inspired by the 1967 gt500 super snake, a car. Vehicle page for the 2020 shelby super snake mustang. This 2007 ford mustang gt 500 was bought new and sent to the shelby factory in las vegas in 2009 to be converted into a shelby super snake. But ford has not called it quits in the musclecar department and has in fact produced the 2007 shelby gt500, which is not only the most. The 1965 gt350 was equipped with a 289cid kcode engine. The shelby gt500 supersnake is the ultimate muscle car warrior. Shelby american unveils f150 super snake street truck.

Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. Aug, 2018 continue reading to learn more about the shelby cobra 427 super snake. Find new and used ford mustang shelby gt500 coupe classics for sale by classic car dealers and private sellers near you. Find the best used 2007 ford mustang shelby gt500 near you. When shelby american reintroduced the super snake in 2007, the world was awed by the 600plus horsepower street. Interior features include a poweradjustable driver s seat, air conditioning, and a shaker stereo. Shelbys history has revolved around ford cars, and 20 years ago, the company expanded to include trucks, too.

This extremely rare car only has about 790 miles on it and it still looks brand new. Shelby automobiles will use newlydeveloped ford racing gt500 performance packs to help transform a limited number of 2007 and 2008 ford shelby gt500s into fire breathing super snake coupes. Working closely with ford motor company, the two companies offered the gt500kr through ford dealers and the gt500 super snake edition available directly from shelby. Out of those 203 cars, 174 of them were super snakes, there were only six. Shelby has dished out the official details surrounding its super snake conversion for the 2007 and 2008 ford shelby gt500. Test driving 2007 shelby gt500 super snake convertible 635 hp. Read the story and see photos from throughout carroll shelbys career at car and driver. This is the same mental kit ol shel has offered since 2007, but with more signature editionness. Shelby unleashes 750horsepower gt500 super snake prudhomme. An american automotive designer, racing driver and entrepreneur, carroll shelby was best known for his involvement with the ac cobra and later with mustangbased performance cars build in partnership with ford motor company. The 20 shelby gt 500 super snake wide body takes a stock ford mustang with 662 horsepower and boosts the performance to 850 horsepower. We have 27 2007 ford mustang shelby gt500 vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 6 1owner cars, and 27 personal use cars. Dec 15, 2010 check out this 2008 ford shelby f150 super snake with a 5.

I drove the 800 hp shelby super snake and survived, unfortunately. Named after don the snake prudhomme, who drove a top fuel car for shelby in the 1968 season, the new shelby features a 750. Old car wheels automobile muscle car wheels 1967 mustang. Not too many were done in blue so this is a rare one. The super snake will offer a 605 hp 451 kw at the engine 5. Equipped with the 725hp super snake package, this shelby is super fun. He is still the only individual to win the 24 hours of le mans as a driver, team manager, and manufacturer. A large number of addons could be had including the super snake brakes, as well as. But do you know the history of this iconic vehicle.

Powered by a v8 engine and tremec 6speed manual transmission with a short throw ball shifter, this car has the full 725hp upgrade which includes 20 shelbyalcoa super snake wheels that are no longer a part of the super snake package. Click here to learn about the 20072009 models or click here for the 2010 model, and for. Shelby made another one with this engine, creating another super snake by the name of csx3303. Its practically new with only 10,000 miles and was never taken to the race track or drag strip. The red 2007 f150 has black super snake stripes, a functional hood, and alcoa shelby 22inch wheels with pirelli scorpion tires. Zic motorsports shelby gt500 super snake heavy duty metal magnet 4 x 3.

The original version of this mighty muscle car, which made its first appearance in february 1968, was a product of ford and shelby american, the latter being the name of the company owned by legendary highperformance vehicle designer and builder caroll shelby. Plus, customers can now spec the machine with as much as 800. May 14, 2012 we had the chance to test drive the 2007 super snake ford f150, the regularcab concept version of which shelby autos revealed at the 2009 sema show. Find new and used 2007 ford mustang classics for sale by classic car dealers and private sellers near you. They can easily be read without letting the drivers eyes stray from the road. The super snake package was also available for 20052006 ford mustang. Description white 2007 ford mustang shelby gt500 rwd tremec 6speed manual 5. This is simply an amazing truck to drive, said vince laviolette, shelby american vice president of operations and chief test driver.

Find the best deals for used ford mustang shelby gt500 super snake. The exterior is finished in alloy metallic with a matt black. The aftermarket changes to take the gt500 to super snake status. This car was delivered new in europe and is delivered with an original european certificate of conformity. This car is from the personal collection of barretjackson president steve davis. Shelby releases official super snake mustang package details. Carroll shelbys 190 mph cobra 427 super snake strikes again barrettjackson auction company worlds greatest collector car auctions. The thing i really think is cool about this car is that you can drive it both on the track and on the. They brought a similar car to the masses in 2007 the shelby gt and. The shelby mustang is a highperformance variant of the ford mustang which was built by. Shelby logos are present on the steering wheel, seatbacks, console armrest, and floor mats.