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TimesLIVE
19 hours ago
- Automotive
- TimesLIVE
New Shelby Super Snake-R is a hissing-mad 630kW pony car
Fans of fast Fords will be pleased to hear Shelby has unleashed the new Super Snake-R. Based on the Ford Mustang Dark Horse, this limited-run wide-body sports car is aimed at track users and comes equipped with a 5.0 l Coyote V8 motor boosted with a 3.0 l Whipple supercharger. Kept in check by a bespoke engine management system, the US tuning firm says this set-up is good for more than 633kW. Two transmissions are on offer — a Tremec TR-3160 six-speed manual or Ford's 10-speed automatic — which send power direct to the rear axle via a mechanical limited-slip differential for optimal cornering traction. This increased muscle is bolstered by a modified chassis featuring fully adjustable coil-over suspension, metal spherical bearings and a rear harness strut bar said to improve the pony car's handling precision. Wide-body fenders shroud a set of forged magnesium wheels said to save almost 17kg of rotational mass compared with the OEM examples the Dark Horse ships with from the factory. Produced by MP Wheels, Shelby says this weight-shedding unlocks 'quicker acceleration, sharper turn-in and shorter braking distances'. In keeping with its racy performance, the Super Snake-R hits the asphalt with an aggressive carbon fibre body kit that's sure to turn heads wherever it goes. According to Shelby, the vehicle's front fenders, bonnet vents, front splitter, rocker wickers, rear wing and lower diffuser are made of the lightweight material. While the front fascia and bumper are designed for optimal airflow, dark tinted windows and Super Snake-R stripes and badges complete the car's track-inspired aesthetic. Subtle it is not. This is the third Shelby model built on the seventh-generation (S650) Mustang platform and the most aggressive Super Snake offered. Starting at $224,995 (R3,982,602), including the base Dark Horse Mustang, the Super Snake-R is available through authorised Shelby distributors in the US and select international locations.
Hypebeast
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Hypebeast
Shelby Unleashes 2026 Super Snake-R With 850+ HP
Summary Shelby Americanhas revealed the 2026 Super Snake-R, its most aggressive Super Snake yet. Built on theFord MustangDark Horse platform, the limited-edition widebody produces more than 850 hp from a supercharged 5L V8, paired with either a Tremec TR-3160 manual or 10-speed automatic transmission. The track-focused model features a fully adjustable coil-over suspension, Borla cat-back exhaust, forged magnesium wheels and extensive carbon fiber bodywork, including the hood vents, front splitter and rear diffuser. A metallic widebody, large pedestal wing and Shelby-spec performance tires enhance both grip and presence. Inside, the cabin includes a rear seat delete with harness bar, serialized plaques and bespoke trim. Each example is documented in the official Shelby Registry and comes with a three-year/36,000-mile warranty. Starting at $224,995 USD, including the base Dark Horse Mustang, the Super Snake-R will be available through authorized Shelby dealers in the U.S. and select international markets.
