Just for your information there were 8115 Shelby GT's built in '07. I have a Black/Silver one and there were only 1688 built in that color scheme. 1 out of 1688 sounds like more of a collectors item than 1
The correct total production numbers for the 07 Shelby GT's is 5763. The black/white breakdown has not been announced yet, but there will more black than white. 07 Shelby Gt/SC, has not been announced, but will probably be under 200. 2008 Shelby GT total production numbers 2300. 219 of those are Grabber Orange w/silver stripes. There will also be 100 Barret-Jackson edition, black w/red stripes. The remaining balance will be Blue w/silver stripes,coupes and verts. There will not be a 2009 Shelby GT.
< Message edited by sc0065 -- 2/2/2008 4:25:55 PM >
Most Insurance companies have a their minimum milage set at somewhere around 7000 miles per year.
Now if you have a collector car that you drive... let's just say less than a 500 miles per year, depending on your age and driving record, your premiums could be substantially less.
R/ J
< Message edited by Jimbroski_00 -- 2/3/2008 1:10:13 AM >
The numbers come from Shelby motors. First paragraph.
From the website:
FORD SHELBY GT DROPS ITS TOP FOR 2008 MODEL YEAR
• New convertible version of the Ford Shelby GT available beginning this summer • New signature Vista Blue exterior with Shelby GT Silver stripes • Production of 2008 Shelby GT aimed at 2,300 to assure exclusivity for collectors • Ford Mustang is America’s top-selling convertible
DEARBORN, Mich., June 13, 2007 – The magic duo of Ford Mustang and Carroll Shelby bring open-air excitement to the road for the 2008 model year as the Ford Shelby GT returns with a new convertible body style and a new standard color combination. Like all Shelby Mustang models, production will be limited to assure exclusivity for collectors. The 2008 Shelby GT will be available in coupe and convertible from select Ford dealers beginning in August 2007.
The 2008 Ford Shelby GT convertible will be formally introduced to Shelby and Ford enthusiasts at the Mid-America Ford Performance and Shelby Meet, which opens today in Tulsa, Okla.
“The Shelby GT was engineered for people that put performance first,” said Carroll Shelby. “Working with Ford Racing, we created this Shelby to be an everyday driver that’s tuned for fun at the track. Those who value a well-balanced package will appreciate it. Those who don’t will be left behind staring at its tailpipes.”
In 2007, Ford Division, Carroll Shelby and Ford Racing joined forces to create a retail version of The Hertz Corporation Shelby GT-H coupe called the Shelby GT. Fewer than 6,000 total 2007 Shelby GTs were built and were only available in Performance White or Black. For 2008, the highly-coveted Shelby GT is available in a new paint combination of Vista Blue with Silver stripes and the choice of two body styles, coupe or convertible.
“The Mustang convertible is the number one selling convertible in the U.S.,” states Robert Parker, Ford Division Car Marketing Manager. “Since the Mustang program never stands still, we wanted to continue offering consumers what they want, and they told us it was a Ford Mustang Shelby GT convertible.”
Shelby GT models begin life as a specially-equipped Mustang GT assembled at the AutoAlliance International assembly plant in Flat Rock, Mich. The cars are then shipped to the Shelby Automobiles facility in Las Vegas for transformation before delivery to Ford dealerships nationwide.
“The birth of the Ford Shelby GT was so well received last year, especially by young enthusiasts, that we brought the car back for the 2008 model year,” said Amy Boylan, President of Shelby Automobiles. “The enormous response to the Shelby GT-H convertible convinced us to offer a drop top Shelby GT. And we had so many requests for blue that we decided to make it our signature color in 2008.”
Every Shelby GT is built to perform and is the result of extensive development. Aerodynamics were key to sculpting the powerful, unique front fascia with aggressive lower air dam. The hood scoop comes directly from the famed Shelby Cobra roadster while unique side scoops are positioned just before the rear wheel arches. The rear fascia frames dual exhaust tips and a Shelby badge is on the trunk lid.
“The partnership between Ford Racing and Shelby demonstrates our ability to work together to deliver some of the most exciting Mustang’s ever built,” said Jamie Allison, manager of the Ford Racing Performance Group. “Ford Racing has a full line of performance parts for Mustang enthusiasts. The Shelby GT convertible is another example of how working together, Shelby and Ford Racing are developing, producing and delivering niche performance Mustangs directly to the customer.”
Under the hood, the engine is upgraded with a Ford Racing Power Upgrade Package to increase output of the 4.6-liter V-8 to 319 horsepower and 330 lb.-ft. of torque. A high-flow exhaust system with X-pipe crossover offers better power delivery and a throaty V-8 exhaust note. Shelby GT comes standard with a five-speed manual transmission featuring a Hurst short-throw shifter for precise shift action. A five-speed automatic transmission is optional.
The balanced package includes a Ford Racing Handling Pack with special-tuned dampers, unique sway bars and a 3.55:1 ratio rear axle assembly for improved off-the-line acceleration. The overall ride height was dropped to reduce body roll while a front strut-tower brace adds additional strength to the chassis structure.
The 2008 models will sport 18-inch polished wheels with high-performance P235/50ZR18 BF Goodrich gForce tires to maximize the upgrades. Like all Mustang convertibles, each drop top will have supplemental bracing to give the car additional stiffness and the Shelby team will add a stylish light bar.
“The Shelby GT is for drivers,” says Boylan. “We enhanced the motor, the chassis and other bits to make it a fun, balanced car that is equally at home on the street or track. It’s easy to drive, very fast and offers great value for the price.”
Approximately 2,300 2008 Shelby GT coupes and convertibles will be built, available with manual or automatic transmission. Each car will feature an authentication plate on the center dashboard, as well as a matching tag under the hood for documentation in a forthcoming registry. Shelby Automobiles production is scheduled to begin in August 2007.
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ORIGINAL: StangPride02
Where are those numbers coming from? I called Ford to get the numbers I posted.
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John Rehder Georgia 2008 Shelby GT Vista Blue #1220
No it's just your internal clock ticking down, "28 years, 351 days, 21 hours, and 52 minutes until my Shelby GT goes up on the Barrett-Jackson block too sell for 100 times what I paid for it".
Gee, somebody got their but all hurt as soon as somebody questioned the reality of what the cars are going to be worth 30 years from now...
Thanks Guys for this thread. I just bought a 2007 SCGT and was already getting angry listening to all the bashing from the crowd who doesn't have a clue about Shelby and what that means. I paid $34000 on Tuesday and they applied the $2500 rebate and the $500 rebate from Ford Financing. I personally smile from ear to ear every time I get out and then when I see it's a Shelby I smile even larger. It will make all the difference when it comes time to sell, if I ever do. Sure you can buy all the parts but you can't buy the provenance that comes with the Shelby name. I was reading where Edmunds compared it to a 2009 Subaru STI. The STI whipped it in every way but first of all who wants a stinking Subaru any way. Try and sell that car 5 years down the road. I'll take the Shelby GT. I have had so many people gushing over my car and I've only had it for 4 days. I owned a 2007 BMW 335i coupe before the Shelby. Great car and motor but not much fun. Sure it went fast but it was all so sedate. This car has some ba**s and some attitude and you can't beat the fact that it was modified by Ford name #1 Shelby. Not Roush or Saleen has the name and never will. Sure you can take parts and put them on any Mustang you just can't buy the name. Check out any auction or classic car place. Tribute Shelby's don't even come close to brining the real Shelby pricing. Thanks for making me feel even better about my new purchase.
Yeah, I hear all the bad mouthing of the Shelby GT, and to a lesser extent, the GT500, and gets old from people that can't appreciate what it is, or just can't afford one and bad mouth it. I used to say stuff like, "I would just get a Mustang GT and mod it and make it faster than a Shelby for the same money". Yes you can, but it's just not the same. I test drove one, and forgot what I just said about the Mustang GT. I bought one, Shelby GT, love it. I get compliments every day. Hell, I went to Arby's last night right as they were about to close, they told me to pull to the side to wait on my order. I did, and pulled back up to the window to get it. The lady at the window was maybe 40 - 45 years old, her eyes glazed over as I pulled up. She handed me my food and didn't say anything about the food, she said, "that's beautiful, that's just a beautiful car!". i thanked her and went on my way with a huge grin. Happens alot. If I pull up tot he front of a building and sit for a few, I usually draw a small corwd that gets bigger until I pull away, usually with someone yelling for me to burn the tires!
Here's a pic, and check out my gallery for more, and yes, Lilly was worth EVERY PENNY!!!:
- C
< Message edited by myredgt -- 2/21/2008 6:57:04 AM >
Yeah, I hear all the bad mouthing of the Shelby GT, and to a lesser extent, the GT500, and gets old from people that can't appreciate what it is, or just can't afford one and bad mouth it. I used to say stuff like, "I would just get a Mustang GT and mod it and make it faster than a Shelby for the same money". Yes you can, but it's just not the same. I test drove one, and forgot what I just said about the Mustang GT. I bought one, Shelby GT, love it. I get compliments every day. Hell, I went to Arby's last night right as they were about to close, they told me to pull to the side to wait on my order. I did, and pulled back up to the window to get it. The lady at the window was maybe 40 - 45 years old, her eyes glazed over as I pulled up. She handed me my food and didn't say anything about the food, she said, "that's beautiful, that's just a beautiful car!". i thanked her and went on my way with a huge grin. Happens alot. If I pull up tot he front of a building and sit for a few, I usually draw a small corwd that gets bigger until I pull away, usually with someone yelling for me to burn the tires!
Here's a pic, and check out my gallery for more, and yes, Lilly was worth EVERY PENNY!!!:
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to you. I hope you get it... 
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My car before was a 2006 Mustang Gt, and she was red. Ruby Red. My Shelby is Vista blue, Lilly Blue. 
