Gabed1972 Posted June 23, 2013 Report Share Posted June 23, 2013 I was wondering what other people on the forum think about the differences between the 2013 and 2014 Shelby 500. I'm looking to buy either a 13 or 14 gt500 Convertible and was wondering if there were any improvements made to the 14s. Any issues people are experiencing with the 2013? Some people think the 2013's someday will be worth more money because it's the 20th anniversary edition and last year Carroll Shelby was involved with he car? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HyperStangs Posted June 23, 2013 Report Share Posted June 23, 2013 They are virtually the same car mechanically, only minor cosmetic changes are done to the package - i.e. gloss stripes, Cobra logo on the instrument cluster, color changes, etc. Of course buying a 13 now just means you paid the same amount for a car that's already depreciated a full year more. I have 3 cars incoming and 2 allocations left and would be happy to help you get the EXACT car you want. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gabed1972 Posted June 23, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 23, 2013 If I ordered the car now how long would it take for it to come in? I heard they're closing down the plant That produces the Shelby's for four weeks? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HyperStangs Posted June 23, 2013 Report Share Posted June 23, 2013 (edited) That's the hardest question of all... production is starting to wrap up, but as one of the largest SVT dealers we still have some options. I have three cars on their way in the next two-three weeks: I have a Ruby Red/Black stripe, a DSG/Stripe Delete, an Ingot/White Stripe and a Triple Black vert. I have two more allocations I'm about to order as well. I was planning on a Grabber/White vert and probably another White/Blue Stripe. Allocation cars could take as long as a few months. I wouldn't promise you it any sooner and feel good about myself. My triple black took two months longer than I anticipated, and I was watching it on the rail all the way in. Better to have a call from the dealer telling you to come pick it up.... :happy feet: Edited June 23, 2013 by HyperStangs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garet Posted June 30, 2013 Report Share Posted June 30, 2013 Has anyone had problems with the 13? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HyperStangs Posted June 30, 2013 Report Share Posted June 30, 2013 "Problems"? Except for traction, I personally have not had one issue with my car..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Harman Posted July 2, 2013 Report Share Posted July 2, 2013 I haven't had any problems other than the factory overfilling the brake fluid reservoir and of course Traction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mash Posted July 4, 2013 Report Share Posted July 4, 2013 No problems with my '13. I doubt when you go to sell the car that it will have any more value because of the 20th Anniversary, or because Carroll Shelby died after it was in production. The fact that it is one model year older will trump those things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bergenfelter Posted July 4, 2013 Report Share Posted July 4, 2013 Grenaded the diff at 800 miles - Ford replaced the ring, pinion and all bearings. Headliner in the convertible started to separate and wear spots on the outside of the top (rubbing on frame when the top was down) - Ford replaced the entire top at about 2800 miles. Mine is a '13. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BCPD199 Posted July 5, 2013 Report Share Posted July 5, 2013 Grenaded the diff at 800 miles - Ford replaced the ring, pinion and all bearings. Headliner in the convertible started to separate and wear spots on the outside of the top (rubbing on frame when the top was down) - Ford replaced the entire top at about 2800 miles. Mine is a '13. I went through that on my '08. They had a TSB back then. I have 6300 miles on my 'vert and it's just starting to do the same thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bergenfelter Posted July 6, 2013 Report Share Posted July 6, 2013 I went through that on my '08. They had a TSB back then. I have 6300 miles on my 'vert and it's just starting to do the same thing. Was the TSB for the top? - my brand new top is just starting to show wear again - even though the installer said they "adjusted" the stops. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2010KonaBlueGT Posted July 6, 2013 Report Share Posted July 6, 2013 Has anyone had problems with the 13? I haven't seen or heard about any 'real' problems. There is the driveshaft label that comes loose and makes a terrible flapping sound that scares the sheet out of new owners but that's a easy fix...Tear the label off! I've heard of 2 rear (R&P) gears going out, but that can happen on any car and 2 certainly isn't something to be alarmed about. Other than that, nothing I can remember/recall. Phill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
palacekeeper Posted July 30, 2013 Report Share Posted July 30, 2013 Launch control range is different in 2014 from what I've heard. 2013 allows 2500-5200, whereas 2014 allows 3000-4500 (as far as I've heard). I like the wider range in the 2013. Conspiracy theories might suggest 3000 rpm is less conducive to street racing ;-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BCPD199 Posted July 30, 2013 Report Share Posted July 30, 2013 Was the TSB for the top? - my brand new top is just starting to show wear again - even though the installer said they "adjusted" the stops. Thanks. Sorry to take so long to answer you back. The TSB was for the top on the '07's and '08's. The '09's had the new designed top. I forget what the TSB number was; but, I don't think you'll have to look too hard to find. Thanks for the trunk mat BTW. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedruM Posted August 23, 2013 Report Share Posted August 23, 2013 2014 are faster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Secondo Posted August 23, 2013 Report Share Posted August 23, 2013 Both the '13's and '14's were inspired and collaborated by Carroll Shelby and SVT. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1 Alibi 2 Posted August 24, 2013 Report Share Posted August 24, 2013 If you order a 14 and opt for the Raceros, there is a rub plate for the shoulder belt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeodo Posted September 11, 2013 Report Share Posted September 11, 2013 I ordered a Impact blue with white stripes , electronic package and performance package. If anyone has a good picture of the stock seats I would love to see them. Thanks for your help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cobra99 Posted September 12, 2013 Report Share Posted September 12, 2013 If you order a 14 and opt for the Raceros, there is a rub plate for the shoulder belt. Do you have a pic? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cobra78 Posted September 12, 2013 Report Share Posted September 12, 2013 I have the standard seat's in mine and like them much better since I have lower back and upper neck injury. You won't be disappointed at all with the standard seats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glroy Posted September 12, 2013 Report Share Posted September 12, 2013 Both the '13's and '14's were inspired and collaborated by Carroll Shelby and SVT. I figure the 13 was the last one Carroll touched. http://www.torquenews.com/1084/carroll-shelbys-last-test-2013-shelby-gt-svt-team-video Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2010KonaBlueGT Posted September 12, 2013 Report Share Posted September 12, 2013 I have the standard seat's in mine and like them much better since I have lower back and upper neck injury. You won't be disappointed at all with the standard seats. I also have major back/neck/spine problems. 6 Lumbar surgeries and 1 Cervical surgery (w/fusions on multiple levels) so we're in the same boat. I've sat in the Recaro seats in a static car and they felt real good. I figured they'd be hard/stiff like the Roush seats but they were *very* comfortable for me. In fairness, I didn't sit in it long so no telling how they'd feel after a extended drive. I have to lean my "standard" seat WAYYYY back, not quite reclining but damn near. I CAN'T sit in a 90d position pretty much at all and I'm not sure if the Recaro's will lean back that far or not (and lock into position). Contrary to what someone on this fourm previously said they *do* lean back (that I know for sure) unlike the aftermarket "racing seats" I've seen advertised. If I could find a cheap set, I'd put them in my car in a second. Cheap and Recaro don't seem to go together though. Phill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Secondo Posted September 13, 2013 Report Share Posted September 13, 2013 I figure the 13 was the last one Carroll touched. http://www.torquenews.com/1084/carroll-shelbys-last-test-2013-shelby-gt-svt-team-video The '14's are a continuation of the '13's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedruM Posted September 13, 2013 Report Share Posted September 13, 2013 Do you have a pic? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2010KonaBlueGT Posted September 13, 2013 Report Share Posted September 13, 2013 I don't see what you're talking about. If you mean that arm in the pic, that's been there since at LEAST 2010 My '10 GT500 cpe. has that with "standard" seats in it. Phill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2010KonaBlueGT Posted September 13, 2013 Report Share Posted September 13, 2013 I figure the 13 was the last one Carroll touched. http://www.torquenews.com/1084/carroll-shelbys-last-test-2013-shelby-gt-svt-team-video I seriously doubt he 'touched' it. Not a '13. I kind of doubt he had much input into it either. I think the last I heard he was consulted on was the '10 or '11, and that was the placement of the Cobra (from left side to right side). What most people don't know or realize is that Shelby was in really bad shape for a long time prior to his death. I know people don't like to hear that, but that's a fact. Phill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedruM Posted September 13, 2013 Report Share Posted September 13, 2013 I don't see what you're talking about. If you mean that arm in the pic, that's been there since at LEAST 2010 My '10 GT500 cpe. has that with "standard" seats in it. Phill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedruM Posted September 13, 2013 Report Share Posted September 13, 2013 I don't see what you're talking about. If you mean that arm in the pic, that's been there since at LEAST 2010 My '10 GT500 cpe. has that with "standard" seats in it. Phill I have no clue I was trying to help with a pic of the belt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SVT NAJA Posted September 14, 2013 Report Share Posted September 14, 2013 I seriously doubt he 'touched' it. Not a '13. I kind of doubt he had much input into it either. I think the last I heard he was consulted on was the '10 or '11, and that was the placement of the Cobra (from left side to right side). What most people don't know or realize is that Shelby was in really bad shape for a long time prior to his death. I know people don't like to hear that, but that's a fact. Phill Phill, It depends upon what your definition of 'touched' it is, but it sure looks like he touched it several times to me. And if you have any doubt about his touching the 2013 GT500 during its development, he certainly had his butt in it. B) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2010KonaBlueGT Posted September 14, 2013 Report Share Posted September 14, 2013 (edited) Phill, It depends upon what your definition of 'touched' it is, but it sure looks like he touched it several times to me. And if you have any doubt about his touching the 2013 GT500 during its development, he certainly had his butt in it. B) I stand corrected. I thought the 11 or 12 was the last car he had that much input in. That video is bittersweet. It brought a smile to my face seeing Carroll get to ride in it and jazzed about it, but it brought sadness to me seeing Carroll in that condition. Anyone know approx. what date that is? It couldn't be too early, being a '13 car and all. Phill Edited September 14, 2013 by 2010KonaBlueGT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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