2008 Mustang

Features of the 2008 Mustang Shelby

Power is delivered to the rear wheels through a Tremec TR6060 six-speed manual transmission and 3.73:1 rear axle ratio, upgraded from the standard GT500’s 3.31:1. Gear selection is courtesy of an all-new Ford Racing short-throw shifter making its debut on the KR. Topped with a white ball, the new shifter is 25 percent shorter than the unit on the GT500 providing for crisper, sharper shifts.
The Ford SVT-engineered 5.4-liter supercharged V-8 is treated to a Ford Racing Power Upgrade Pack that boosts horsepower to an estimated 540 and torque to 510 ft.-lbs., thanks to revised ignition and throttle calibration and a cold air intake system that replaces the stock unit.
Chassis engineers worked closely with the engine department in a holistic approach to the development of the KR, tuning the suspension to best optimize the engine enhancements.

he GT500KR will feature unique spring rates, dampers, stabilizer bars, and strut tower brace, all designed specifically for the KR, to deliver the precision handling package.

2008 Ford Shelby GT500KR – Specifications and Design Highlights
# 5.4-liter supercharged V-8 producing an estimated 540-horsepower and 510 ft.-lbs. of torque
# Ford Racing Power Upgrade Pack featuring revised calibration and cold air intake system
# 6-speed manual transmission with 3.73:1 rear axle ratio
# Ford Racing performance exhaust system
# Unique performance suspension tuning: springs, dampers, and stabilizer bars
# Shelby-designed ‘GT500KR’ 20-inch wheels (18-inch version for production)
# Ford Racing short-throw shifter and front strut tower brace
# Unique carbon composite hood featuring classic Shelby ‘KR’ design
# Front brake cooling ducts
# ‘Shelby’ lettering across the front edge of hood and rear decklid
# 40th Anniversary badges on the front quarter panels
# Carroll Shelby signature embroidered headrests and floor mats
# Official Shelby CSM 40th Anniversary GT500KR dash plate