2nd Gen (2005 to 2014)

The second-generation Ford Shelby Mustang marked a monumental revival of the Shelby nameplate between 2005 and 2014, bringing high-performance icons like the GT500 and GT350 back into Ford’s internal production line. Built across the S-197 I and refined S-197 II platforms, these cars combined retro-modern styling with supercharged V8 power, peaking with the 2013-2014 GT500 which famously delivered a staggering 662 horsepower from its 5.8-litre "Trinity" engine. In the Australian market, these Shelbys are highly prized as modern muscle royalty, attracting a buyer pool of enthusiasts who value the raw, live-axle driving experience that defines this era of American pony cars. Desirability is exceptionally high for late-model "S-197 II" GT500s and limited-run Shelby GT variants, particularly those that have undergone high-quality right-hand-drive conversions by reputable local specialists. Because this generation represents the final chapter of the traditional, brute-force Shelby before the move to more complex independent rear suspension, well-kept examples with low kilometres are considered blue-chip assets that maintain a very strong market value.

The second-generation Ford Shelby Mustang marked a monumental revival of the Shelby nameplate between 2005 and 2014, bringing high-performance icons like the GT500 and GT350 back into Ford’s internal production line. Built across the S-197 I and refined S-197 II platforms, these cars combined retro-modern styling with supercharged V8 power, peaking with the 2013-2014 GT500 which famously delivered a staggering 662 horsepower from its 5.8-litre "Trinity" engine. In the Australian market, these Sh… Read more