The Shelby GT500 is always one of the most anticipated iterations of every Ford Mustang, and the 2020 GT500 is no different. When Ford unveiled the most powerful production Mustang at the Detroit Auto ...

That’s backed up by Ford’s bullish claim that “the new Shelby GT500 will surprise supercar owners with its Ford Performance racing tech, supercharged engine and visceral swagger".

In the push to create the 2020 Shelby GT500, Ford Performance engineers learned how to push the platform to new performance heights. Along the way it was easy to roll some of those pieces back ...

The Mustang Shelby GT500 has a starting price of $74,095 (including destination fee). Start loading on pricey options and get ready for this Mustang to crest the $100,000 barrier.

For example, switching from the 3.31s to a set of 3.55s or 3.73s will undoubtedly help a stock Shelby while keeping it driveable. Those 4.88s might not be the best choice for your stock GT500, though.

The upgrades for the new GT500, which goes on sale this autumn, are pretty mouth-watering across the board. The all-aluminium engine is hand-built, with forged conrods.