StangsUnleashed was tipped off about the existance of a GT500KR: The above photos were captured in Dearborn, show what is believed to be a GT500KR in prototype garb. The first changes you'll notice are the different upper and lower grilles. While the 2007 Shelby GT500 uses a black, plastic grille, this model uses a metal wire mesh grille in both positions. The hood inserts are also made of the same material. If you look into the hood vents, you'll get an un-obstructed glimpse right into the engine bay. . .talk about serious airflow! Aside from the increased airflow, the metal grilles also make a statement that this Shelby is meant for some serious action on the track. By the way, did you notice that this GT500 has a roll bar?
There are essentially two forms that a GT500KR could take. The first would be a race-ready Shelby GT500KR, which would be a successor to the venerable Cobra "R" model. A GT500KR race version could include lightening the GT500, adding factory Ford racing components and tweaking the engine for even more horsepower. As an alternative to offering a GT500KR racer, Ford could simply discontinue the GT500 after 2007 and christen it the GT500KR for the 2008 model year only. In reality, either or both scenarios are possible.
Despite the drum beating by major media outlets about SVT's death, Ford is secretly constructing the next hot Mustang. . .we're betting that it will have the "KR" designation on it.
The iinteresting part is :GT500KR for the 2008 model year only who is the 40 th year anniversary.
http://www.stangsunleashed.com/index.php?categoryid=33&p2_articleid=131
There are essentially two forms that a GT500KR could take. The first would be a race-ready Shelby GT500KR, which would be a successor to the venerable Cobra "R" model. A GT500KR race version could include lightening the GT500, adding factory Ford racing components and tweaking the engine for even more horsepower. As an alternative to offering a GT500KR racer, Ford could simply discontinue the GT500 after 2007 and christen it the GT500KR for the 2008 model year only. In reality, either or both scenarios are possible.
Despite the drum beating by major media outlets about SVT's death, Ford is secretly constructing the next hot Mustang. . .we're betting that it will have the "KR" designation on it.
The iinteresting part is :GT500KR for the 2008 model year only who is the 40 th year anniversary.
http://www.stangsunleashed.com/index.php?categoryid=33&p2_articleid=131
