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The 2005 Ford Shelby SVT Cobra GT500 Mustang Show Car was a prototype created to showcase the upcoming 2007 Shelby GT500, marking the return of the iconic Shelby Mustang. Built as a concept for the 5th generation of the Mustang, it featured a supercharged 5.4-liter V8 engine that was designed to produce around 500 horsepower. The car was first displayed at the 2005 North American International Auto Show, stirring excitement with its aggressive styling and raw power.
This prototype featured classic Shelby design elements like a wide body stance, racing stripes, and Shelby badges, alongside a functional hood scoop for engine cooling. The show car's interior included sport seats, racing-inspired trim, and a modernized dashboard, offering a glimpse into the performance-oriented GT500's potential features. The car's overall design aimed to combine the Mustang's classic appeal with modern muscle car aesthetics, blending performance and style.
While the show car was never meant for production, it helped build anticipation for the 2007 Shelby GT500, which would go on to be one of the most powerful and iconic models in the Mustang lineup, cementing Shelby's legacy in the modern era.
