Fulfilling the desire of Shelby GT fans worldwide, Shelby American has introduced the new Shelby GTS post-title package for the ’11-’12 Mustang at the New York International Auto Show.
Available with a either a V6 or V8, normally aspirated or supercharged, the Shelby GTS is the spiritual rebirth of the popular ’07-’08 Ford Shelby GT.
“The Shelby GT was introduced in ’07 as an agile, reliable, and affordable muscle car,” said John Luft, president of Shelby American. “It dominated its SCCA racing class and was a popular canvas for enthusiasts to create their dream Shelby. Our Shelby GTS picks up that mantle and expands upon it with a choice of V6 or V8 power for a new generation of Shelby enthusiast.”
Ever since Ford introduced the 3.7L V6 and 5.0L V8 Mustang for the ’11 model year, the Shelby research and development team has been secretly developing the GTS package. Once the Shelby GT350 was finalized in both coupe and convertible versions, the skunkworks team accelerated the project. Working with partners at Ford Racing, Borla, and Baer, Shelby American enhanced the car’s suspension, strengthened the braking, and coaxed more power out of the engine.
“The V6 Mustang is a particularly good platform for the Shelby GTS,” noted Shelby American vice-president of operations Gary Patterson. “It’s even lighter and more nimble than the GT. And the V6 Shelby GTS makes about as much horsepower as the V8 in the Shelby GT, but with better fuel economy at a lower price.”
The post-title package starts at $9,995, not including the base car. Superchargers and other options are available to allow buyers to personalize their Shelby. A limited number of the Shelby GTS will be built with reservations starting April 21; production is scheduled to begin in the fourth quarter of 2011.
“Our Shelby GTS is a fantastic way to pump up the capabilities of a stock Mustang within a budget without sacrificing performance,” added Luft. “It’s a car that reaches a younger buyer while acknowledging the economic realities of our times.”
Those interested in a Shelby should call 702/942-7325 or log onto www.shelbyamerican.com. Customers can build their dream Shelby online with Shelby American’s new “Build-One” program at http://shelbyamerican.com/buildhome.asp.
Ford Racing Handling Pack
Fresh air package for the normally-aspirated V6 or V8
Borla exhaust system
Shelby/Baer brakes
Unique deep draw hood
Black billet upper grill with “Running Pony” emblem
Shelby front fascia
Shelby LeMans stripes and side stripes
“Shelby GTS” vehicle badges and Shelby CSM interior plate
“Powered by Ford” side badges
“Shelby” lettering across the rear deck lid
Options
Shelby superchargers for both V8 and V6 models
6-piston Shelby/Baer Brakes
Adjustable control arms
18- to 20-inch wheels and tire packages
Watts link rear suspension
Two tone leather interior