Shelby is bringing back the legendary GT350. The folks from Hagerty talked to Shelby North America president Gary Patterson and VP Vince LaViolette before the official unveiling of the new GT350, who shared some insights about the car’s legacy and some information about the latest iteration.
Under the hood, the new GT350 features a Whipple supercharged 5.0L V8 producing an impressive 810 horsepower—nearly 300 more than its predecessor. The car also boasts a fully revamped suspension, upgraded brakes, and a unique aluminum hood designed for optimal cooling and aerodynamics. Customers can choose between a manual or automatic transmission
Key updates to the design include a more aggressive grille and front splitter, an exclusive aluminum hood, and a suspension overhaul to improve handling. The car sits about 1.5 inches lower than stock Mustangs, with Shelby-designed flow-formed aluminum wheels, Brembo brakes, and Michelin PS4S tires ensuring top-tier performance. Inside, leather-trimmed seats, Shelby badging, and personalized serial numbers add to the bespoke feel.
Shelby also plans to introduce the GT350R—a race-focused version inspired by the original R-models from 1965. Limited to just 36 units, these cars will feature lightweight construction, carbon fiber tubs, Alcon brakes, and track-spec components. Production is limited to just 36 units for the race model, while fewer than 500 GT350s will be produced overall, making them a rare and highly collectible piece of automotive history.
