svtbird91 Posted February 19, 2006 Report Share Posted February 19, 2006 I bet they put on real hood scoops and go with the aluminum block...maybe a lightened version of the GT500??? Like a race version??? Hmmm... Wish I had the money to go after one of these.. Whatever it will be ,I'm sure it will be out fo reach for many of us cost wise.Especially if you're budget stretched already. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gt5001 Posted February 19, 2006 Report Share Posted February 19, 2006 Whatever it will be ,I'm sure it will be out fo reach for many of us cost wise.Especially if you're budget stretched already. While I'm sure Ford has this locked out as an option, let's assume Shelby acquires Mustangs similar to Saleen, Roush, et al., or maybe the "body in white" (I think that is the correct term.) Shelby American then does whatever and releases the 500KR. (Is this sounding like 1965 all over again?) Doubt I will buy the GT500, though I would like the bragging rights of saying I "have one in the garage," and almost certainly wouldn't buy the higher price KR, I do know which these I would consider being the real Shelby Mustang. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
svtbird91 Posted February 19, 2006 Report Share Posted February 19, 2006 While I'm sure Ford has this locked out as an option, let's assume Shelby acquires Mustangs similar to Saleen, Roush, et al., or maybe the "body in white" (I think that is the correct term.) Shelby American then does whatever and releases the 500KR. (Is this sounding like 1965 all over again?) Doubt I will buy the GT500, though I would like the bragging rights of saying I "have one in the garage," and almost certainly wouldn't buy the higher price KR, I do know which these I would consider being the real Shelby Mustang. If Shelby Automotive starts with the GT500 that you order from Ford ,then makes the "upgrades" it is still the same Shelby GT500 . The diff being it will be taken to the next level by Shelby. However this might be a moot point because Ford might be doing the upgrades themselves.I'm sure that if Shelby Auto. does the "upgrades it will def add a much longer wait for the car,but it will probably be worth the wait. The cost is another issue though. Anyway it is very exciting to think that we even have these possible "upgrades" to look forward to! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingCobra Posted February 19, 2006 Report Share Posted February 19, 2006 If Shelby Automotive starts with the GT500 that you order from Ford ,then makes the "upgrades" it is still the same Shelby GT500 . The diff being it will be taken to the next level by Shelby. However this might be a moot point because Ford might be doing the upgrades themselves.I'm sure that if Shelby Auto. does the "upgrades it will def add a much longer wait for the car,but it will probably be worth the wait. The cost is another issue though. Anyway it is very exciting to think that we even have these possible "upgrades" to look forward to! You bet ya Baby!!! I can't wait!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! KingCobra. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ctann Posted February 21, 2006 Author Report Share Posted February 21, 2006 Wow, I sure kicked off a lot of speculation when I started this thread! I'm not 100% sure, but I think you will find that Ford owns the trademark on KR/King of the Road. And given the interest in the GT500, I doubt they would be too happy with Shelby using that moniker on his "own" cars. My predicition is that Ford will have some minor upgrades, and replace the GT500 with the GT500KR, after the first burst of enthusiasm starts to die down. They may even go as far as doing it in mid-2008 production, as was done with the original KRs (they are sometimes called "68 1/2's", because they were introduced in the middle of the 68 model year). Anyway, I have decided I will wait for the 2008's. Just in case! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertlane Posted February 21, 2006 Report Share Posted February 21, 2006 I wonder if Ford will come out with the GT40s replacement as a Cobra (GR1) I think it would too early for a KR. Ford is known for waiting before the next model is introduced. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingCobra Posted February 22, 2006 Report Share Posted February 22, 2006 ROBERT!!!!! Where have you been Buddy??? Had any meeting with Team Mustang, or CS??? KingCobra. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertlane Posted February 22, 2006 Report Share Posted February 22, 2006 I've been hammered with classes. Hope to get an interview in NY. Someone from Ford dropped a few items off, so I'll have to figure out a way to give them away Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingCobra Posted February 22, 2006 Report Share Posted February 22, 2006 What classes??? An interview with whom??? What items might we be talking about??? Remember who loves ya man!!! :bowdown: :bowdown: :bowdown: :bowdown: :bowdown: :bowdown: :bowdown: KingCobra. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DutchGT500 Posted February 22, 2006 Report Share Posted February 22, 2006 What classes??? An interview with whom??? What items might we be talking about??? Remember who loves ya man!!! :bowdown: :bowdown: :bowdown: :bowdown: :bowdown: :bowdown: :bowdown: KingCobra. Don't slime, KC. He can't be bribed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crispy23c Posted February 22, 2006 Report Share Posted February 22, 2006 I've been hammered with classes. Hope to get an interview in NY. Someone from Ford dropped a few items off, so I'll have to figure out a way to give them away NY? Is that at the NYIAS? If so, I'm planning to be there...good excuse for a beer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fastbackman Posted February 23, 2006 Report Share Posted February 23, 2006 I wonder if Ford will come out with the GT40s replacement as a Cobra (GR1) GR1 would be awesome. Shelby really wants that to happen. It would be way out of my price range but I would still like to see them do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingCobra Posted February 23, 2006 Report Share Posted February 23, 2006 Don't slime, KC. He can't be bribed. Sorry Guys....... I'm a bad man. KingCobra. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crispy23c Posted February 23, 2006 Report Share Posted February 23, 2006 GR1 would be awesome. Shelby really wants that to happen. It would be way out of my price range but I would still like to see them do it. GR1 is extinct...has been for a while. I couldn't agree with you more, though. That would be awesome! :bowdown: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DutchGT500 Posted February 23, 2006 Report Share Posted February 23, 2006 GR1 is extinct...has been for a while. I couldn't agree with you more, though. That would be awesome! :bowdown: I think so too. There is no market for it right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingCobra Posted February 24, 2006 Report Share Posted February 24, 2006 I agree on the GR1, but I'm still holding out hope for the Shelby Cobra Cobcept. (not that I would be getting one) but it would be cool anyway. KingCobra. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe G Posted February 24, 2006 Report Share Posted February 24, 2006 I agree on the GR1, but I'm still holding out hope for the Shelby Cobra Cobcept. (not that I would be getting one) but it would be cool anyway. KingCobra. I wouldn't hold your breath on that one either :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crispy23c Posted February 24, 2006 Report Share Posted February 24, 2006 I wouldn't hold your breath on that one either :rolleyes: You would be dead! :blink: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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