2008 Ford Mustang GT500

Make

Ford

Model

Mustang GT500

Year

2008

Listed price

$35,800

Location

Plainview, New York

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

43,761 miles

The 2007-2009 Shelby GT500 marked a triumphant return for the legendary nameplate, bringing Carroll Shelby's vision back to the forefront of Ford's performance lineup. After a 38-year hiatus, Ford SVT collaborated with Shelby Automobiles to create a Mustang that truly lived up to the GT500 moniker. Powered by a supercharged 5.4-liter V8, it was the most powerful factory Mustang ever produced at its launch, channeling a staggering 500 horsepower to the rear wheels. This generation was a direct spiritual successor to the original GT500s of the late 1960s, offering brutal straight-line performance wrapped in an aggressively styled package that left no doubt about its intentions. This 2008 Shelby GT500 Convertible carries that legacy with pride, having accumulated 43,761 careful miles since new. Its Black paintwork presents with a bright, shiny luster, accentuating the muscular lines that define this generation. The supercharged V8 engine, paired with a precise manual transmission, offers an immersive driving experience, letting the driver fully exploit the car's formidable power. Complementing its striking appearance are the optional bright machined alloy wheels, shod with great tires, which add a distinctive touch to this already special Shelby. This is an opportunity to acquire a well-preserved example of a modern American muscle icon, ready to deliver exhilarating open-air performance.