2007 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 First Drive

2nd Opinion - Wardlaw


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TO THE POINT What's New? The 2007 Ford Shelby GT500 is all new, offering substantial power, hardware, and styling upgrades to the Mustang GT.
Selling Points: 500 horsepower, base price, styling
Deal Breakers: Handling, questionable quality
Our Advice: Buy for exclusivity, style, and straight-line performance; otherwise, avoid the dealer markup and opt for one of several better all-around performers

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Click to enlarge. 2007 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Convertible

2nd Opinion - Wardlaw Despite its intimidating looks, the Shelby GT500 wouldn't like survive a Viper attack. Furthermore, the lack of steering feel and suspension control make the Mustang GT a smarter buy.

Cobras flare their hoods to appear larger and more threatening to predators, so the bulging front clip on the new Ford Mustang Shelby Cobra GT500 aligns with the design of its reptilian namesake. Cobras also prey on other snakes, but after driving the GT500 I'm not convinced a Shelby driver would be wise to attack a Viper despite the firepower produced from the supercharged V8. Finally, venom doesn't always flow when a Cobra strikes, proven out by the Shelby GT500's lack of steering feel and body control. This is a better Mustang, but my pick is still the GT.

By Thom Blackett