2007 Ford Shelby GT500 Convertible

Vehicle Summary: 2007 Ford Shelby GT500 Convertible

Legendary racer and tuner Carroll Shelby again lends his name and expertise to the Ford Mustang with the new-for-2007 Shelby GT500 Convertible. Fast, and with a power-operated top for open-air fun, the convertible packs a 500-hp 5.4-liter V8 under its bulging hood. A heavy-duty, six-speed manual gearbox is the only transmission offered. The standard Mustang's brakes and suspension have been modified to handle the extra power, and assorted exterior and interior additions differentiate it from the rest of the Mustang line. Amenities are limited, but all that muscle is available for a relatively affordable sticker price.

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Hick at Heart

The Shelby GT500 is like the ruggedly handsome high-school kid from a small rural town who made it to Harvard.

Highs

500-hp V8
Enhanced brakes and suspension
Heavy-duty, six-speed manual gearbox
Shelby cachet (among auto enthusiasts)
Convertible top is constructed of luxury-car-quality cloth
MSRP under $45K is a bargain among high-performance convertibles

Lows

Fuel economy (subject to gas-guzzler tax)
No automatic transmission or spare tire offered
Suffers from shakes and rattles
Convertible top difficult to latch and unlatch
Relatively few amenities available

What's New

New model for 2007

Specs at a Glance:

Seating Capacity: 4

Available Engines: 5.4L V-8 32 valve DOHC SMPI

Drivetrains: Rear-wheel drive

0-60 mph: 4.8 seconds

Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 15/21 mpg

Standard Features: Power driver seat, Radio data system, Driver front impact airbag, Passenger front impact airbag, Driver side impact airbag, Passenger side impact airbag

Optional Equipment: GPS

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