Shelby Unveils 830-Horse 2024 Super Snake

On the 60th anniversary of the public reveal of the original Mustang, Shelby American pulled the cover off the first Shelby model based on the S650 Mustang: The supercharged, 830-horsepower Super Snake.

"We designed the Shelby Super Snake to be the pinnacle of our performance cars based on Ford's world-class Mustang sports car," said Joe Conway, CEO of Shelby American. "It follows Carroll Shelby's vision that each generation of car improves the breed. By collaborating with Ford Motor Company, Whipple and other top companies, our Las Vegas team created our best Shelby Super Snake yet."

The styling of the Super Snake will leave no doubt that it's a special car. Its carbon fiber fenders and aluminum hood feature ample cooling vents, and a carbon fiber wing balances the car's handling with added downforce. Wide magnesium alloy wheels keep the unsprung mass down for improved responsiveness. Shelby has upgraded the exhaust, suspension, and brakes to back up the racy looks, and of course, there's the upgraded powerplant. A supercharger boosts the 5.0-liter V-8 to 830 hp when fed 93 octane fuel.

I had the chance to drive a Super Snake ten years ago when Ford was celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Mustang. Despite the low production volume, enthusiasts knew what the car was about. I've never been challenged to more roll races than when I was behind the wheel of that Super Snake on the boring desert drive from Los Angeles to Las Vegas.

"We have an unwavering commitment to the enthusiast," said Vince La Violette, Shelby American Vice President of Operations and Senior Designer. "With the Super Snake's competition heritage, we knew it was critical to dial up a car that is enjoyable during daily commutes and deeply rewarding during spirited driving. While the styling inside and out is certainly handsome, functionality drove every decision. This car checks all the boxes."

Just 250 copies of the 2024 Shelby Super Snake will be built, with production starting this summer. Customers can opt for a fastback or convertible and can also select a manual or automatic transmission. Prices will be announced soon.

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