2008 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500

Description

A collector's item from the moment they were announced, the 2008 Shelby GT500 convertible has always been desirable. Of course, it only gets better on a 9,512-mile example like this one. That's right! This baby has been driven less than 900 miles a year since it was new, proving that its been a special-occasion only machine since new. This also means that this Shelby Mustang is your opportunity to own a cherished example of the new muscle car class that was produced by American automotive royalty.

The Colorado Red on this snake-bitten Mustang is in such great condition that you know it has lived a pampered, garage-kept life. The whole convertible is a great modern representation of what Carroll Shelby did to the original Mustang over five decades ago. Further accentuated because there's something special about a Shelby car dressed in bright red with a top that goes down, practically beating Corvette at its own game. Plus, Shelby GT500s take the retro-look pony cars and make them more aggressive. The blacked-out grille, hood vents, aftermarket blacked-out deck lid panel, aftermarket taillights, and black folding roof make for a perfect dark side to this bright finish. Just in case the wide chin spoiler, lower rocker side stripes, full-width rear spoiler, and Niche wheels aren't enough subtle hints for others to get out of your way, Cobra badges on the grille, fenders, and rear gas cap are the perfect announcement about how hard you can bite back if tested.

Inside, the black bucket seats might be luxurious cowhide leather, but they've got Shelby's trademark snake embossed in them, too. There are no scuffs on the door sills, no scratches in the dash, and the carpets still look factory fresh – proving this was positively someone's baby. Shelbys came only one way: loaded. This means power seats, power locks, leather wrapped steering wheel, keyless entry, and cruise control are all present and working perfectly. The stereo was upgraded to a Kenwood AM/FM/CD/Navigation Double DIN unit that pumps out huge power and is modern enough to handle all of your audio needs. Plus, a modern classic means modern safety features like anti-lock brakes, dual front air bags, and side airbags, too. But the two features we know you'll love the most are the power windows and power convertible top. This means you can go from enclosed comfort to a wind-in-your-hair experience without ever leaving the driver's seat. And let's face it, with the sweet rumble this Shelby produces, you're going to want to enjoy top-down motor for as long as possible. That's why it's great to have the air conditioning keeping you cool all through the summer season. Out back the trunk is very spacious and houses a couple sub woofers for a little added boom.

A 500 horsepower street car is serious business, and the GT500 more than lived up to the hype. The fuel-injected engine is a variation of the 5.4-liter supercharged V8 found in the Ford GT supercar, So yes, there's some serious street-eating power under the hood. And when mated to the six-speed manual transmission, this Mustang offers enough performance to keep Z06 Corvette owners looking over their shoulders. The engine bay looks just like the way it was the moment it rolled off the assembly line, aside from a K&N air filter assembly and an aftermarket strut tower brace. But while the production stickers still seen in the undercarriage photos remind you this car is at a collector-grade level, we know you won't be able to resist adding miles to the odometer. After all, with a sports suspension, thick sway bars front & rear, power steering, power four-wheel disc brakes, and Nitto performance tires, this Shelby begs to be driven.

The sale comes complete with the original owner's manuals, original SVT alloys, and all the car's maintenance records as well. All of this original stuff is fun to review now, and it will be exceptionally useful as this GT500 keeps growing into a mature classic. That's really the point of this car in total. It's a Shelby Mustang you can enjoy on sunny days and know that there will still be appreciation down the road. Call today!!!