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An updated suspension package and some new color options keep the potent pony car fresh.

Ford’s most aggressive Mustang is getting even meaner. The Shelby GT350 has undergone a few improvements for the 2019 model year; improved precision, added balance, and the same raucous 5.2-liter V8 make it more potent both on the road and on the track.

The standard MagneRide suspension has been recalibrated with new springs and revised damping, making it even sharper. Using Ford Performance’s competitive track testing as a reference point, the Shelby GT350’s electric power-assist three-mode electronic stability control settings have also been enhanced.

Together with Michelin, Ford also made sure that the GT350 received even more grip. New Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires with a Shelby-specific tread pattern – 295/35 front and 305/35 rear – wrap around new 19-inch aluminum wheels. The same six-piston front and four-piston rear caliper Brembo brakes carry over, and a revised spoiler with an optional Gurney flap are now available for 2019 and help improve aerodynamics.

Underhood, the Shelby GT350’s high-revving 5.2-liter V8 remains; redline rests at 8,250 rpm. The unit produces the same 526 horsepower (392 kilowatts) and 429 pound-feet (581 Newton-meters) of torque, and comes paired to a Tremec six-speed manual transmission.

«Along with improved grip, brake and chassis refinements, Shelby GT350 brings a whole new level of performance driving,» said Billy Johnson, FIA World Endurance Ford GT and IMSA Mustang GT4 driver. «It’s a rewarding car to drive on track for amateurs and pros alike, while making the driver feel like a superhero. It’s confidence inspiring in corners and begs to be pushed harder and to take corners faster.»

But performance wasn’t the only focus for the updated GT350, the cabin was updated with more amenities. A machined aluminum instrument panel applique (with an available exposed carbon fiber version) pairs with a new door panel insert covered in a slate Miko suede finish with accent stitching. The same standard Recaro race seats carry over, but are now power-adjustable and finished in the same Miko suede finish. There’s also a new high-performance 12-speaker audio system provided by Harman, and a now-standard eight-inch Sync 3 touchscreen system.

On the exterior, two new colors are now available: Velocity Blue and Ford Performance Blue. Buyers can also opt for factory-painted racing stripes in high-gloss Shadow Black, Oxford White or Kona Blue. What they cannot opt for, though, is the same aesthetic or functional updates Ford made to the standard Mustang for this year.

Speaking to Motor1, Ford said after feedback from customers that liked the current Shelby’s look, it chose to focus on chassis changes rather than aesthetic ones. And that does make a degree of sense – unlike the standard Mustang’s front fascia, the Shelby’s is designed for heavy duty track work, channeling air where it’s needed. That kind of engineering work is not cheap, and doing it all over again just to accommodate some new headlights on a relatively low-volume vehicle probably wasn’t the best use of funds.

We can’t understand, though, why Ford passed on the updated Mustang’s all-digital instrument cluster for the GT350. The reconfigurable gauges seem like they’d be a natural fit for a track-focused vehicle, so it’s disappointing that the flashy setup isn’t available on the revised Shelby.

The 2019 Shelby GT350 will go on sale early in 2019. No word on pricing just yet.

Source: Ford

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The iconic Shelby GT has returned with more power, performance and Shelby styling! The newly designed Shelby GT combines terrific handling, strong V8 power, muscular exhaust note, and handsome good looks. The naturally aspirated version produces 480 horsepower. The additional horsepower comes from a new exhaust, while a Ford Performance supercharger is available that can boost horsepower over 700+*.

Shelby also worked with Ford Performance to tailor the suspension and maximize the car’s capabilities,
all without sacrificing ride quality. The exterior features proprietary bodywork and stylish new wheels, while Shelby touches can be found inside the sporty interior.

Available through select North American Ford showrooms, the 2020 Shelby GT offers thrilling performance and dynamic handling in a car that owners will love to drive all day, every day. The car can be ordered as a fastback or convertible in any color available from Ford. Drivetrain options include a 6-speed manual or a 10-speed automatic transmission. Every Shelby GT will receive a Shelby serial number and be included in the official Shelby Registry.

Live Accordion

• • Shelby GT deep draw hood
• • Hood vents
• • Shelby spec 20” wheels, staggered
• • Shelby spec tires
• • Ford Performance springs
• • Ford Performance sway bars
• • Shelby by Borla cat-back exhaust
• • Caster camber plates

• 3 year / 36,000 mile Limited Warranty
• *Optional supercharger for POST-TITLE SALES ONLY*
• *HP ratings based on use of 93-octane fuel*

• • Shelby upper grille *In standard Ford fascia*
• • Rocker wings
• • Rear spoiler
• • Tail light panel
• • Le Mans style striping
• • Driver and passenger Side stripes
• • Emblems and badging
• • CSM numbered dash plaque and engine plate
• • Engine caps
• • Shelby tech signature manufacturing plate
• • Embroidered floor mats

Shelby GT-H (Heritage)

• • Black w/gold or White w/gold color combination
• • Shelby front fascia assembly
• • Ford Performance front struts
• • Ford Performance rear shocks
• • Shelby by Borla cat back exhaust
• • Lighted door sill plates
• • Gold finished wheels (Optional)

Shelby Premium Package

• • Shelby front fascia assembly
• • Ford Performance front struts
• • Ford Performance rear shocks
• • Shelby by Borla cat back exhaust
• • Lighted door sill plates

Shelby Heavy Duty Package

• • Extreme radiator
• • Coolant Tank
• • Wheel Studs
• • Performance Half-shafts

Additional Options

• • 700+HP Ford Performance Super Charger *Late availability*
• • Painted stripes
• • Short throw shifter
• • Shelby leather interior
• • Shelby car cover
• • Shelby Wide Body
• • Rear seat delete, with harness bar