MOVE OVER ZL1, HERE COMES THE 800-HORSEPOWER SUPER SNAKE

HOT WIRE—With Chevrolet announcing its 550 horsepower Camaro ZL1 for 2012, Shelby couldn’t let Chevy take all the thunder. So, for 2012, Shelby doesn’t just one-up the competition, it wants to demolish everything in its path. Are you ready for 800 horses? Up until now, you had to venture into Bugatti Veyron territory for horses like that. For 2012, it’s going into a Mustang. Shelby will unveil its new Super Snake package for the 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 at the New York International Auto Show. With 800 horsepower, the Shelby GT500 Super Snake will be the most powerful American muscle car introduced at the show. In addition to the Super Snake, Shelby American will also display the limited edition 2012 Shelby GT350 coupe and convertible. “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.” 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 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 package * An optional Shelby / Eibach handling package * 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 * 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 Customers can build their dream Shelby Super Snake online with Shelby American’s new “Build-One” car building program here. The 2012 Shelby GT350 coupe and convertible will also be exhibited at the Shelby American booth, No. 1325, during the New York Auto Show. The 2012 model year car is offered in two new body colors, Race Red and Kona Blue. There will be a limited production of Super Snakes available to customers starting May 1, 2011. Those interested in a Shelby GT500 Super Snake or Shelby GT350 should call (702) 942-7325 or log onto shelbyamerican.com.