To compliment the 1,000 40th anniversary Shelby GT500KR Mustangs for '08, Ford and Shelby Automobiles have announced that an additional 746 units will be built for the ‘09 model year to help meet worldwide demand of the supercar.
Of that total, 571 units will be available for U.S. customers, thus equaling the 1,571-unit production run of the original Shelby GT500KR. The remainder will be for countries that did not receive ‘08 models.
"The response to this car has been overwhelming, so I’m glad we can share it with more Mustang enthusiasts," said Carroll Shelby. "This car is really special to me and demonstrates that when Shelby Automobiles gets together with Ford SVT and Ford Racing, we can deliver a Mustang that will compete with the best in the world."
Like the ’08 model, the ‘09 Shelby GT500KR will feature a 540-hp 5.4-liter supercharged V-8 with a Ford Racing Power Upgrade Pack, 3.73:1 rear axle ratio, short-throw shifter, and unique suspension tuning. Exterior design draws inspiration from the original ‘68 Shelby GT500KRs and features unique carbon composite hood, wheels, and unique striping.
The unique 40th anniversary badging will only be featured on the '08 model.