Having already seen the 2011 Shelby GT500 order guide we pretty much know the specifics of what will be officially revealed on Monday February 8th. In the mean time Ford has released a teaser video of a 2011 Shelby GT500 with the SVT Performance Package doing some modeling and track work but with no sound for obvious reasons.
Ford will be streaming live coverage of the 2011 Shelby GT500 unveiling as part of a media pre-reveal event before the upcoming Chicago Auto Show. The event will take place live via FordMediaLive.com with Ford Motor Company Vice President for Global Product Development, Derrick Kuzak doing the honors alongside Jost Capito and members of Ford's Special Vehicle Team.
Details we learned when the 2011 Shelby GT500 order guide and price list were revealed are as follows. The 2011 Shelby GT500 coupe will have an MSRP of $49,495 and the convertible will have an MSRP of $54,495 with prices including destination & delivery. The 2011 Shelby GT500 will retain the supercharged 5.4-liter V-8 engine but will trade in it's iron block for an aluminum one. Horsepower is also said to increase from 540 to 550.
Other equipment changes for the GT500 include standard HID headlamps, MyKey, Electric Power Assist Steering (EPAS), 19-inch forged aluminum wheel for convertible, integrated spotter mirror for side-view mirrors and Shaker 500 & Shaker 1000 audio system ($1,295) now come with single CD.
New options for the 2011 GT500 include the Glass Roof ($1,995) for the coupe and the addition of HD Radio for the Electronics Package ($2,340).
A special SVT Performance package will now be available for the GT500 that includes 3.73 limited slip, unique 19-inch front and 20-inch rear painted forged aluminum wheels with Pirelli tires, Unique front and rear springs, rear shocks, gear shift knob, Shelby stripes, side stripes and spoiler with unique Gurney Flap. The package will set you back a cool $3,495.
To see the 2011 Shelby GT500 in action check out the video below.
