Ford Mustang Shelby GT350R 2018, Estados Unidos

Ford Mustang Shelby GT350R 2018, Estados Unidos
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Driven only 7 miles and exceedingly fresh in every detail, this 2018 Ford Shelby GT350R offered from the Eddie Vannoy Collection remains in the original packaging, including the factory window sticker, plastic interior coverings and the protective film covering the rear spoiler. That state of preservation, as preferable as it is to many a collector, is far from the GT350R’s most attractive feature, for this is a car made to run, to attack any race track in the great uncompromising tradition of the original Shelby-modified SCCA racer.

The GT350R is arguably the pinnacle muscle car in Ford’s history, as it is propelled by the most sophisticated and potent naturally aspirated engine ever to power a Mustang and balanced by sensational handling and braking. The essence of the GT350R is its 5.2L, 32-valve V-8 engine. Known inside Ford as “Voodoo,” it was designed from the start for extended high-speed operation and is exclusive to the GT350 as the only engine in the Ford lineup with a flat-plane crankshaft. A feature central to the car’s character, this design contributes to efficient exhaust plumbing and scavenging and improved high-speed balance. At full song—a soaring 7,500 RPM—it emits a piercing bellow as it churns 526 HP through a new dual-mass flywheel, twin-disc clutch and a revised Tremec TR3160 6-speed manual transmission to a Torsen 3.73:1 differential.

The GT350’s standard features include Magneride damping, quad-tip dual exhaust, Brembo disc brakes, air conditioning, AM/FM stereo, Autodim rear-view mirror, keyless entry and HID projector headlamps. Reversing the original’s livery, this GT350R is cloaked in Kona Blue paint with white stripes and fitted with a black interior incorporating Shelby-exclusive trim. R-model specifics include a larger front splitter and rear spoiler, stiffer springs and sway bars, transmission and differential oil coolers, and 19-inch carbon fiber wheels wearing Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires. For the peak track day experience, the GT350R is one very tough act to beat.