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  Love this beast - 2008 Ford Shelby GT500
  By Flasher - April 23 - 10:46 am

  I have always been a GM person (1967 SS Chevelle in the 60s) I drove this Shelby and wow. Since purchase I have spent less than 3K and got Ford Racing Axel Back exhaust, Ford Racing cold air kit and ford racing retune and then regeared the back end to 3:73. it has hp of Kr now. The only drawback is the good year supercar tires. They do not last and I get wheel hop on hard acceleration especially with TC turned off. I guess when tires need replacing I will go with something better. Still the best bang for buck.And upgrades done at SVT dealer keeps everything under Ford Warranty.

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  Go out and drive one - 2008 Ford Shelby GT500
  By Vista Blue Shelby - March 7 - 11:00 am

  Never liked any mustangs. Was always a classic GM muscle car guy. This car has something that most others do not a serious personality. Steering feel is awesome and power is incredible. I have had the privledge of owning many many cars and this is a great car. It will sprint all day and not get tired. Only thing it could use is a louder exhaust and a much better set of tires. I hope to enjoy this car for many years. Kudos to Ford and Shelby for getting this done right. FYI Dont pay sticker price or anywhere near it I didnt and there is no need to just do reseach.

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  Cant get any better! - 2008 Ford Shelby GT500
  By Vince - February 26 - 9:46 am

  Heard all about the great reviews for the Mustang. Got a chance to get the Shelby, and it speaks volumes for American car manufacturers. I have, over the past two years freed myself of all import cars and now own all American. The Shelby is FUN! A definite blast to the past when we adored American metal!

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  Driving 500 Horses - 2008 Ford Shelby GT500
  By Bob Maginnis - November 30 - 7:10 pm

  The convertible is Vista Blue and the paint is excellent. The interior is simple w/o a lot of electronic junk. Everything dash/radio etc is basic and functions well. The top operation is smooth and is real cloth. Performance is what youd expect from a 500hp car. After a couple of hundred miles, the avg mpg is a bit over 22 but that includes hiway. Interior road noise is at a minimum, even with (aftermarket) dual 2 chamber Flowmasters. (Car sound like a monster V8) The Cobra is a beautiful, responsive machine and worth the money. One of a kind.

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  Shelby GT500 - 2008 Ford Shelby GT500
  By Chris - July 3 - 4:33 pm

  This car is more than all of the great things one hears about it; it is simply an awesome driving experience. The car performs beyond expectations, is very quick and responsive and when called upon, it gives the driver all the power he or she commands, without any limitation. One feels as much in control driving it 140 mph as they do at 50 mph. Although many criticize the plastic in the interior, having the interior upgrade gives you all of the leather you would ever want and I think the interior is quite sharp. The car is a true value for all of the tangible and intangible benefits you get from buying it. A true American muscle car pumping out 500 hp as well as being a thing of beauty.

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  What a Privledge to Own - 2008 Ford Shelby GT500
  By John Tamel - June 5 - 7:26 am

  Just an overall great car. A bit pricey, but buying in February appears to make a considerable price difference. This car somewhat reminds me of the car in the movie "Christine" because it is capable of so many things. Most notably, the 500 horsepower will blow away just about anything. Most Corvettes dont even match up to the Shelby in terms of power. Corvette owners lining up next to a Shelby at a red light shouldnt even consider steppin on the pedal. Try that and youll be embarassed and left in the dust. Any person using the Shelby for ordinary, everyday travel should be shot.

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  Its all about value - 2008 Ford Shelby GT500
  By Wht/w/blu - May 8 - 5:00 pm

  Having owned a 65 GT350 that was $4906 OTD it was obvious that value was not a concern as that was astronomical then. Fast forward 44 yrs. and being able to get this car for $40k is simply amazing for what it is. There is nothing made on 4 wheels that can compare for the $. Others may nit pick, build quality, mileage, or a miriad of other little things, but it all comes back to bang for the buck. I have an 07 Porsche Turbo that may, or may not be a tick quicker, handles better, and better build but is 3 of these. This car is definitely better and faster than my 65 was, but seeing restored 65s going for $300k its not in the cards. The economy has brought these cars down to $40k new, get 1.

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  Go for It! - 2008 Ford Shelby GT500
  By ciaobassman - January 25 - 8:16 am

  Been driving fast cars since 1968, and figured this would be the last chance to get a real Shelby. It is an absolute blast! If I hear a complaint about this car I just figure its either somebody whos never driven one, or somebody who cant (or wont) get one. Very smooth to drive (I only burnt rubber by accident once) but nearly violent at hard acceleration. I used to drive the old Mustangs, and I like that they didnt make the insides all cushy. As is, its as cozy as youre going to get for a car that goes like this one. Exceeded my expectations in every way.