2012 Shelby GT-500 Super Snake Debuts At New York

At the New York Auto Show, Shelby American will be showing of its most powerful Super Snake package for the GT-500 yet. With an astonishing 800 horsepower, Shelby says the 2012 Shelby GT500 Super Snake will be the most powerful American muscle car introduced at the show. This debut continues a tradition of Shelby introducing their cars in New York.

“Shelby American has a rich history at the New York International Auto Show,” said John Luft, president of Shelby American Inc. “The very first Shelby car was introduced there in 1962, as well as the 1968 and 2008 Shelby GT500KR and the 2006 Shelby Hertz GT-H. This year, we’re returning with one of the most powerful and important Shelbys ever built.”

Shelby American and its close partner Ford Racing have worked together hand in hand to offer this package which features an aggressive suspension and engine that pushes the GT500 up into the world class supercar realm. Shelby American says that production of the new 2012 Super Snakes starts May 1st of this year.

“With more horsepower, the 2012 Shelby GT500 Super Snake is a strong performer both on the road and the track,” noted Gary Patterson, vice president of operations at Shelby American. “This Super Snake will deliver the driving experience that enthusiasts expect from the Shelby brand.”

The new Super Snake post title package is one of the very few vehicles that generates up to 800 horsepower on pump gas. Not only is the high performance vehicle legal in 50 states, the unique, limited production supercar allows Shelby fans the opportunity to experience the power of one of America’s legendary muscle cars for under $100,000; this includes the Shelby Super Snake package and the GT500 base vehicle.

The 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 Super Snake post title package includes:

* Ford Racing handling pack including dynamic adjustable dampers, lowering springs, tuned stabilizer bars and front strut tower brace

* An optional Shelby / Eibach handling pack is available
* 6-speed manual transmission with 3.73:1 rear axle ratio and short-throw shifter
* The standard tune upgrades power to over 750 HP and 590 ft./lbs. of torque
* Optional Shelby / Kenne Bell 800 horsepower tune on pump gas
* Borla exhaust system
* Shelby-designed Alcoa 20-inch wheels in durabright or anthracite
* Forged Shelby / Baer brakes with 6 piston calipers and cross drilled / vented rotors
* Front brake cooling ducts and behind the door side scoops
* Unique fiberglass hood featuring classic Shelby design and pins
* Shelby signature Super Snake stripes in either matte black or matte white
* “Super Snake” vehicle badges and official Shelby CSM interior plate
* “Shelby” lettering across the rear deck lid
* Optional two tone leather interior
* Shelby signature embroidered headrests, floor mats and other Shelby designed components

In addition to the Super Snake, Shelby American will also display the limited edition 2012 Shelby GT350 coupe and convertible. Customers can build their dream Shelby Super Snake online with Shelby American’s new “Build-One” car building program at http://shelbyamerican.com/buildhome.asp.

All I can say is can I have one?

love it

Hope they found a way to get the tires to hook, 800HP only be good for smoke shows it they don't find a way to harness that power.

I want one. NOW!!!!