Almost 6 decades after Carol Shelby introduced the first GT350 model, American company Shelby American has launched a new GT350 and the most powerful version of this model ever, the Shelby GT350R, which will be produced in just 36 units.

Shelby will produce 526 units of the GT350 for the US market, while the rest of the world will also get a limited number. The car is equipped with lowering springs, new stabilizers and a Borla cat-back exhaust system, an aluminum hood with a hatch, a new aggressive grille, a three-piece splitter and Shelby badging, and a set of 20-inch wheels wrapped in Shelby’s special high-performance tires. There is also a rear ducktail spoiler and tinted windows, while buyers can also order a rear wing and a carbon fiber package.

Inside, the seats are upholstered in leather and feature Shelby badging. There are special plates on the sills, and one is located on the dashboard. Manual transmission models feature a ball-shaped shifter.

The GT350R features optimized chassis stiffeners and JRI suspension for improved track handling, an aluminum hood with carbon fiber vents, carbon fiber ventilated fenders, a carbon fiber rear wing, and a carbon fiber rear diffuser. The cabin features Sparco racing seats, a roll cage, a four-point seat belt, and an AIM Solo 2 lap timer, along with carbon fiber accents.

Powering the GT350 is a naturally aspirated 5.0-liter V8 engine with 480 hp, mated to either an automatic or manual transmission. Those looking for more power can opt for a Whipple-supercharged version that delivers 810 hp. This version will start at $109,999. The Shelby GT350R is powered by a 5.0-liter supercharged V8 engine with more than 840 hp, mated to a 6-speed manual transmission. The price is currently unknown.

Source: Shelby American

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