2016 Svt Model To Be Gt-350 With Bigger Na Motor

[NIKwoaC]

I'm not a huge fan of all these recycled retro names, but I have been bi tching for years about Ford not offering a big displacement NA killer. This might be the one?

http://www.roadandtrack.com/go/future-cars/news-mustang-next-svt-car-will-be-shelby-gt350

 

[TheShabz]

If true.... #Stangasm

 

[Aftrbrnr]

I kind of figured the HP figures would be lower as a result of going NA. This is just me but based on current technology, 500 bhp seems to be the limit for a lot of production engines such as V8s while maintaining practicality. I'm fairly certain manufacturers could do 600 HP NA V8s but the idle would be so lumpy and the fuel mileage would be crappy for a street vehicle.

I believe there maybe a possibility while this upcoming GT350 may not be as fast as the current GT500 but may be an overall better (balanced) car. For what it's worth, I've seen many publications and individual people (Jay Leno for instance) who feel they liked the '12/'13 Boss 302s over the '13/'14 GT500s.

 

[jetmech807]

I saw another article that mentioned a Mach 1 for 2017.

http://mustangsdaily.com/blog/2013/...gt350-model-in-2016-mach-1-returning-as-well/

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[Bojingles]

Well, time to win the lottery so I can buy all this awesomeness.

 

[NIKwoaC]

I'd love to see a Mach 1 return, as well as a Boss return. I'm just not a fan of the Shelby stuff, I think it's all overplayed.

I suppose it doesn't REALLY matter what you call it. It's gonna be a bad ass Mustang, regardless.

 

[Mustang5L5]

Another $50K Mustang?

I love that Ford is doing this, but also remember when a Mach 1 was a sub-$30K car. Before you know it we'll have $50K Mustang GT's?

 

[BackInBlack]

I am pretty scared what its going to look like. even though the retro look is gone there seems to be some cues from the 1st gen. Smaller and has a longer trunk like the original. Retro "cues" with modern styling. I could be down for that.

 

[Svtpilot]

While in Las Vegas in January my wife and I visited Shelby American. They have a small but excellent museum and offer free shop tours. I highly recommend it. I also joined their E-Mail list. A few days a go I got the Following E-Mail:

SHELBY AMERICAN ANNOUNCES THAT IT WILL END LIMITED RUN OF ITS SHELBY GT350

NEWS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For media inquiries contact:
Scott Black
(214) 520-3430 ext. 303
[email protected]


LAS VEGAS – July 26, 2013 – Shelby American, a wholly owned subsidiary of Carroll Shelby International Inc. (CSBIK), has announced that 2013 will be the last year of availability for its limited-run series of Shelby GT350 muscle cars. Shelby American will take new orders for the Shelby GT350 through December 31, 2013. Production of all other Shelby performance cars will continue.

“The Shelby GT350 is one of the world’s most celebrated, iconic muscle cars,” said John Luft, president of Shelby American. “When we unveiled this latest version of the Shelby GT350, we promised it would be built for a limited time to preserve its collectability and value. So we’ve been preparing for this day since 2010. In true Carroll Shelby fashion, we’re planning our next ultimate performance Shelby model.”

Shelby American’s approach has always been to first make history and then repeat it. In the 1960’s, Shelby American built the GT350 in small numbers for the 1965, 1966 and 1967 model years, making those cars among the most desirable, collectible vehicles on the planet.

The first (2011) model year 45th Anniversary Shelby GT350’s were all coupes clad in Competition white with Guardsmen blue stripes, just as Shelby American did with the initial car in 1965. In 2012, three more colors (red, blue and anniversary black/gold celebrating 50 years of Shelby American), as well as a convertible option were offered, similar to the options offered by Shelby American in 1966. For the 2013 model year, Shelby American again followed tradition with expanded color options, equipment choices and styling changes, while the performance improvements remained intact.

“The Shelby GT350’s rich history is well-documented,” said Shelby American Vice President of Production Gary Davis. “People value that heritage and tell us that they want this car to equal that exclusivity. We’re staying true to our commitment to deliver a small block car with high performance, unique styling and collectability in a way that honors our heritage.”

The concept behind the current GT350 was to build a car that is light, nimble and powerful. Beginning with the “small block” 5.0 liter Ford Mustang GT as its base, every aspect of the car is enhanced or replaced to create the ultimate, balanced performance pony car that is true to the spirit of the 1960’s era Shelby GT350.

“We’ve taken another page out of the ‘Carroll Shelby playbook’,” said Luft. “In the ever evolving automotive market, we continue to adapt to meet customer needs. While we’ll look back on the current GT350 with great love and devotion, as Carroll always said, ‘our favorite car is the next one we build’.”

Orders are now being taken for all 2012 - 2014 model year Shelby American GT350’s through the end of 2013; As of January 1, 2014, this chapter of Shelby American history will close. Production will continue on all existing models, including the Shelby GTS, GT500 Super Snake and Shelby 1000, Shelby Raptor muscle truck and hot hatch Shelby Focus ST.

Build Your Dream Shelby at http://www.shelbyamerican.com/buildone/2013GT350-Exterior.asp. Customers interested in a Shelby GT350 can also contact the Shelby American sales department at (702) 942-7325 or go to www.shelbyamerican.com.

I wonder if this is confirmation that the Ford will produce its own GT350