“There’s something about it, which is quite appealing, people like it.” Were the words of renowned automotive personality and former TopGear UK host, Jeremy Clarkson’s when describing the 2014 Ford Mustang GT500. It was claimed to be the most powerful Mustang at the time. The Ford division that developed this beast mainly focused on three figures: horsepower, torque and top speed. Initially unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto Show in 2011, the 2013-2014 Ford Mustang GT500 marked a huge leap over prior models. What’s more enthralling is that it has the good fortune of bearing the historic Shelby name. This sublime example is a 2014 GT500 that boasts a few tasteful upgrades while all factory/stock parts are offered with the sale of the car. The Shelby certificate is available. With only 19,010 miles on the odometer and a recent oil change under its belt, this Texas-based GT500 awaits the opportunity to put a grin on its next owner’s face.

Exterior and Interior

This car features standard HID headlamps, along with a LED taillamp assembly. As a bonus, this GT500 is one of 491 treated to a Deep Impact Blue paintwork with white Shelby stripes. Starting from the massive front air intake to the sinewy rear flanks, the design is distinctly muscular. This GT500 rides on black aluminum-alloy wheels and Bridgestone tires with black Brembo brake calipers lurking behind. The rear tires are recently installed and both window stickers are available. The black interior comprises bucket seats with red stripes and a Cobra symbol stitched on the front seats, providing capacity for four passengers. The steering wheel bears controls for the infotainment with a Cobra center cap and the driver faces the two most purposeful dials – speed and revs, with a digital screen between them.

Engine

What’s truly astonishing is what’s shoehorned within this savage serpent’s hood. “The power is always intoxicating!” said Jeremy Clarkson, “You never get bored with that”. When standard, the GT500's 5.8L supercharged and intercooled V8 engine produced 662 bhp and 631 lb-ft of torque, enough to propel the car to a top speed of 202 mph. This example has been massaged by an SCT tuner to produce a reported 680bhp as measured at the wheels. A six-speed manual transmission sends the power to the rear wheels, and the engine features a smaller high-performance pulley and aftermarket K&N cold air intake. KW lowering springs grant it a stance that is sure to delight the ten-year-old within. Brembo brakes take care of reigning in the power when needed.