Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 (2019): data, photos, technology

U marked within the announced Shelby GT500 race track bolide the Shelby GT350 the 'popular' top version of the Mustang series with massive performance and (at least in the USA, the country of origin) reasonably priced - it currently starts at around 57,000 dollars on the American market In the 2019 model year, the developers began fine-tuning the body, brakes and chassis. The aerodynamics are improved with new spoilers at the front and rear, and an additional spoiler (Guerney Flap) will be installed on the rear wing. In addition to improved aerodynamics, the new spoiler system is primarily intended to achieve more contact pressure at high speeds.

Exclusive Michelin tires

For the Shelby GT350 (2019), Michelin has created new tires especially for this Model developed. The Michelin Sport Cup 2 tires have a special carcass structure and their own profile picture exclusively for the GT350. With these tires (front 295/35, rear 305/35) on also newly developed, stiffer 19-inch wheels, the traction and braking behavior should have been significantly improved compared to the current model.

Revised also became the active MagneRide chassis with newly tuned springs and dampers. Braking is done with Brembo technology, with six-piston calipers at the front and four-piston calipers at the rear. The coordination of the electrically assisted power steering, like the programming of the three-stage variable electronic stability control, has been adapted to the new environment.

Shelby GT350 with 526-hp V8

The naturally aspirated engine installed in the Shelby GT350 is it is a high-revving V8. According to US standards, the 5.2-liter engine achieves a maximum output of 526 hp and a torque of 582 Newton meters. In the interior, there are some adjustments to the trim design and material, so a new carbon frame is available for the instrument panel. A new sound system (B&O Play audio system by Harman) with 12 speakers is also available.

The delivery of the new Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 has been announced for the beginning of 2019, prices have not yet been announced.