2013 Ford Shelby GT500 certified at 662 hp and 630 pound-feet

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05-21-12, 08:57 PM

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Absolutely superb....we just shot the 2012...need to shoot the 2013

http://www.vossenwheels.com/CarGalle...VSCV3-751.aspx

05-21-12, 08:57 PM

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662 huh? Watch out Viper.

if this is signs of things to come, then the next Ford GT supercar is going to be wicked

05-21-12, 09:39 PM

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Grrrrrrrrrrrr....... Now I really want one!! The fast that they sand bagged the numbers makes it more appealing to me. There isn't a 2013 online car configuration yet, but I'm having the urge to go build one up at my local dealer

I remember when I saw it in person for the 1st time at Amelia Island...

05-21-12, 11:35 PM

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Absolutely amazing. I want one. It is a worthy tribute to the late Carrol Shelby, may he rest in peace.

05-21-12, 11:51 PM

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They should have renamed it the GT600 or GT660.

05-22-12, 01:37 AM

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Cadillac is going to have to step up its game!

05-22-12, 07:46 AM

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truly amazing...

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the short-throw cue ball shifter feels like mechanized perfection in your hand

05-22-12, 08:44 AM

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I've read a few reviews and several testers stated that the GT500 did not feel fast. 1/4 mile times have been as high as 12.3 also. looks like a Z06 will still outperform this car. ZL1 has no chance though, and that's its main rival.

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05-23-12, 11:59 AM

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If launch control is used and traction is poor you will get anywhere from low 12.2 to 11.8, depending on how much the nannies step in (traction + stability control). If conditions are ideal and you can disable the nannies you can see 11.5s. The real story is the trap speed, very good drivers are seeing high 120s (129 mph). The fact is Ford when through this car with a fine tooth comb and addressed every aspect of controlling this BIG power.

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05-23-12, 05:57 PM

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2013 Shelby GT500: 0-60 mph in 3.5 sec, 1/4 mile in 11.6 sec @ 126 mph

http://mustangsdaily.com/blog/2012/0...6-sec-126-mph/

05-23-12, 07:19 PM

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What a beast!!!

05-24-12, 08:24 AM

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new owners are already putting them on dynos. 600-610 rwhp is what ive seen with nice torque curves. thats pretty stout straight from the factory with a warranty!

05-24-12, 09:20 AM

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new owners are already putting them on dynos. 600-610 rwhp is what ive seen with nice torque curves. thats pretty stout straight from the factory with a warranty!

Wow can't go wrong with that 600 at wheels with warranty for less than $60K.