2008 Ford Mustang

GT500 Convertible

5.4L 5409CC 330Cu. In. V8 GAS DOHC Supercharged

Manual

1ZVHT89S785188878

Clear

GAS

information@RKMotorsCharlotte.com 5527 Lakeview Road, Charlotte, NC, 28269, US 2008 Ford Shelby Mustang GT500 Triple Black Shelby GT500 Convertible 695 HP 6 Speed Year: 2008 Type of vehicle title: Clear Primary color: Black Mileage: 15424 Transmission type: 6 Speed Manual Engine: 5.4 Liter DOHC Supercharged V8 Interior color: Black Vehicle info When it comes to honoring the legacies of performance icons, there are really only two ways to go: Protect the originals or modify them in the spirit of their creators. In the case of this 2008 Shelby GT-500 convertible, the second option was selected and taken very seriously. While this Mustang may have left Shelby's shop a pedigreed thoroughbred, it's now a wild-eyed stallion set on destroying Nitto drag radials. With just 15,424 original miles, a full Griggs suspension and nearly 700hp flowing to the rear wheels, this sinister Shelby is the kind of car capable of turning a whole new generation into car enthusiasts. Regardless if you're looking for a future collectable or just a genuinely fun car to cruise on the weekends, this convertible is a great solution. This slick GT500 convertible debuted at Coggins-Gentry Ford in Amite, LA, dressed with black paint, premium Shelby trim, machined aluminum wheels and a $52,155 price tag. It was undoubtedly a great car then and, thanks to some hard work and a few significant upgrades, is even cooler now. Despite its sinister look, the car remains mostly stock on the outside. Its gloss black paint is respectably maintained and presents well over the nostalgic Ford lines. Matte black hash marks accent the front fenders but, if you're looking for those classic Shelby rocker stripes, you won't find them on this convertible. The car was ordered new with a tape stripe delete. Panel fitment, like all newer Mustangs, is admirable with clean even gaps at all corners. Taking a closer look at the GT500, it's clear that design efforts focused on making the car look larger and more substantial than lesser Mustangs. Up front, the wide mouth grille sports a right-justified Cobra badge, while HID headlights fill out of the corners. Amber turn signals are incorporated into the bumper cover, as are deeply inset driving lights that sit just above a composite chin spoiler. The engine bay is protected by a bulging vented hood which matches the overall look perfectly. The side profile wears large Cobra badges with GT500 lettering as well as textured composite side skirts that flow into the texture trim, gracing the bottom of the rear bumper cover. Just above, aftermarket taillights and a chrome faux gas cap sit under a low-rise spoiler, completing the custom Mustang look. At the top, a snug-fitting black top keeps the elements out. The package is aggressive, attractive and something you certainly won't get tired of seeing in your garage. The GT500's stock 500hp 5.4L V8 was full throttle celebration of one of the most successful partnerships in performance car history. For most, it's broad power band and distinctive exhaust note is the stuff dreams are made of. For this convertible, it was little more than a solid foundation to start with. The stock Eaton M122 supercharger was traded for a ported 2.3L TVS supercharger with a matched high-flow inlet elbow and a 2.5-inch pulley. A 66mm throttle body was then paired with 72lb fuel injectors and a 127mm carbon fiber JLT cold air intake to keep air and fuel supply in check. Finally, a SCT tuner was brought in to help the ECM cope will all the new changes. Thanks to the updates, this GT500 now puts a dyno-proven 695hp and 690lb ft. of torque to the rear wheels. To keep the 5.4L cool, an AFCO dual pass heat exchanger was also added. For all the work performed, the bay remains a clean, relatively stock looking space full of stock Ford decals and warning labels. Turn the key and the engine fires with an authoritative bark sent out through a true dual exhaust system with an X-pipe and high-flow catalytic converters. Underneath the car, power flows to a stock six-speed manual transmission aided by a McLeod performance clutch rated for up to 1,000hp. From there, a one-piece aluminum driveshaft channels power to a Ford 9-inch rear is packed with 3.73 gears for a great mix of quick launches and highway cruising. Although the Shelby GT500 convertible is a little softer than the coupe, the car's chassis received the same extensive upgrades over the base Mustang GT. As you may have guessed, this car goes beyond those factory upgrades to offer an unforgettable driving experience. At the core of those enhancements is a Griggs GR40SS suspension upgrade that includes coilovers at all four corners mated with billet camber plates, urethane bushings, adjustable rear control arms, and a severe duty torquearm. The car handles like a slot car and, thanks to the Griggs set up, accommodates the massive 315 rear tires with ease. Braking remains just as Shelby intended with giant 14-inch rotors and four-piston calipers up front with slightly smaller 12.4-inch rotors and two-piston calipers out back. The slick chassis meets the ground through 18-inch Forgestar F14 wheels finished in piano black. Peek through the window and a driver-friendly red and black interior awaits. Highly bolstered sport seats with a retro stitch pattern and Cobra logos fit like a glove and provide plenty of support, while a leather-clad and red-stitched steering wheel with convenient thumb grips sports a snake on its hub and cruise control buttons on either side. Behind the steering wheel, the silver trimmed instrument panel is stock Mustang, and features Ford's infinitely changeable dash lighting. The graphite faces with white lettering have a small SVT logo that serves as a programmable shift light, which along with aluminum accented pedals and an aluminum accented and red stitched shifter, tips you off to the car's pedigree. The dash around those instruments is some of Ford's best modern work, featuring a heritage inspired dual cowl design with gray trim with silver accents. At the center of the dash, Ford's Shaker 1000 sound system features an AM/FM radio, a six-disc CD changer, Sirius satellite radio and MP3 compatibility above knobs for the climate control. At the sides, red and black door panels feature large speakers below satin finished door handles and controls for the car's power windows, power door locks and power mirrors. There are no visible signs of wear in this interior and everything works as it should, from the ice cold air conditioning to the powerful entertainment system. An original window sticker breaks down all the cars options in detail while a dyno sheet verifies that the car does indeed put nearly 700hp to the ground. Even without the weight of the Shelby name, this would be a Mustang worthy of any performance enthusiast. With plenty of power across the board and nearly universal appeal, it's hard to think of a more desirable American car in this price range. Add in the capped production numbers, low mileage and impressive upgrades and this thoroughbred starts looking like a great buy. If you've got room for one sinister Shelby in your garage, don't miss the chance to put your name on the title of this 2008 GT500 convertible! At RK Motors Charlotte, our primary goal is to offer a buying experience unrivaled by anyone in the classic car industry. The core of that experience is a screening process we call the RKM Performance Center Seal of Approval. Performed by one of the ASE certified master mechanics in the RKM Performance Center, this 80+ point checklist ensures that every vehicle we offer meets our stringent standards. While the Seal of Approval covers the basics, many customers want to take their cars to the next level. So, we created the RKM Performance Center Test & Tune and the RKM Performance Center Certification. From general functionality to comprehensive tuning and testing, these service packages let our customers tailor their buying experience. Every car that we list for sale carries three prices and each of those prices correspond a service package. Regardless if you are new to the classic car world or an experienced collector, our three-tiered pricing system allows for an honest and open sales environment. Simply put no one in the industry works harder than RK Motors Charlotte to make sure your dream purchase is just that. About this auction & rk motors charlotte Please note that all sales are binding and final. Our cars are sold "as-is" with no warranty expressed or implied. Please carefully read the terms & conditions of the sale before bidding. Winning this auction does not entitle you to come inspect the car and decide if you want to buy it, but obligates you to complete the purchase! A $1000.00 deposit via PayPal is due within 24 hours of the auction close ... NO EXCEPTIONS. If you have ZERO feedback on Ebay, please call or email us to request our authority to bid on our vehicles. We do not release our reserve prices, as this would be unfair to the other bidders, so please don't ask! Each and every one of these cars is listed on Ebay, but only one sale, on average per month, actually occurs on Ebay. If you see a car you like, don't wait! Call us! When you see it disappear from eBay, it means that it was sold by other means. Because we advertise heavily in other mediums, we reserve the right to cancel any eBay listing at any time. If you would like to make a sales visit or arrange an inspection, we would be happy to schedule a personal appointment with either yourself or your representative. To do so, contact Joseph Carroll at (704)596-5211 or (704)999-9826. Joe's email address is: Joseph.Carroll@RKMotorsCharlotte.com. For those of you who need to fly in, we can provide transportation to and from Charlotte Douglas International Airport. We can also recommend accommodations within a short distance of our facility. Our pricing system is unique to the industry. RK Motors takes pride in delivering road-ready cars to our customers. Every car we sell is fully inspected and tuned by the RKM Performance Center. At our full list price, our customer's receive the RKM Performance Certified Car certificate, which equates to a complete shake-down of the car from a mechanical and cosmetic standpoint. If you are expecting all three speeds on the blower motor to be operating at the proper fan speed, our Certified Car program is for you. Every Certified Car receives a complete dyno test and tune by Roush Yates in Mooresville, NC, with a separate certificate from Roush Yates. On average, even a newly restored car required 50-65 hours of labor to meet the standards of our Certified Car level of post-sale service. If you are looking for a super high quality car, but not concerned with absolute perfection, we offer a 5% cash discount from the list price, which earns the buyer our RKM Performance Test & Tune. Our Test & Tune includes a complete shakedown and road-test by our team of ASE certified mechanics and includes a long list of desired services like front end alignments and brake adjustments. If you like to drive your cars the way they were intended to be, the RKM Performance Test & Tune is a wise choice. For buyers who want the highest quality car they can find at the best price, our RKM Performance Seal of Approval is provided on every car that sells at our minimum price (more than 5% cash discount). For international buyers, note that we've shipped cars to collectors and classic car fans world-wide for years. We can provide you with a firm quote for transport to any shipping port in the world in a sealed container and handle the process for you from start to finish. Our domestic and international ground transport solutions are enclosed only. If you wish to use an open carrier, you will need to arrange that. Our Transportation Manager, Jason Spruill, stands ready to help you with your transport & shipping needs. Jason can be reached at: Joseph.Carroll@RKMotorsCharlotte.com. A common question we receive is: "do you accept trades"? We do accept trades, but will only consider #1 or #2 condition vehicles. If you would like us to review a trade, please send recent, high resolution pictures of the entire car, including the underside. Also send a detailed description which includes all specifications, facts, figures, history and documentation present with the car. Lastly, give us a clear idea of what you are seeking in trade value. If you are a MyClassicGarage user, you can send us an Evaluation file for review. Our MCG virtual garage name is: RK Motors Charlotte. Email information and pictures on your trade directly to Joseph Carroll. Joseph's email address is: Joseph.Carroll@RKMotorsCharlotte.com. Our 80,000 sqf retail showrooms are located in beautiful Charlotte, North Carolina . We usually have 200-250 incredible cars on display, and there's always something new. Feel free to make an appointment, stop in and meet our staff, and, more importantly, see the Greatest Showroom on Earth! Each and every one of our employees is an absolute car nut and we do this because we love cars! In addition to our retail showroom in Charlotte, NC, the RKM Performance Center is located in a 40,000 sqf faciiity in Mooresville, NC, which is about 20 minutes north of Charlotte in the heart of NASCAR country. We perform complete restorations for classic car collectors worldwide. RKM restored cars have won numerous national awards. We also have a full service shop staffed with veteran, ASE certified mechanics who can handle any post-sale needs. Need a Vintage Air system installed? Detroit Speed front & rear suspension? Our shop can do it all. We stand behind our work and value long-term relationships with our customers! Check out our feedback from other customers who have purchased cars from us in the past on our website. We pride ourselves on describing our cars accurately, and, our cars really do look better in person than in the pictures! Every car that you see for sale is in our physical possession and located at our main facility, 5527 Lakeview Road, Charlotte, NC, 28269. For general information, call us at: (704)596-5211. RKM Perfomance Center Heated paint booth Sanding room Mixing room Sandblasting cabinet Interior shop Metal fabrication shop 10 two post lifts Alignment rack Joseph Carroll President & C.E.O 5527 Lakeview RoadCharlotte, NC, 28269 Phone: 704-596-5211 Fax: 704-596-5980 Mobile: 704-999-9826 joseph.carroll@RKMotorsCharlotte.com Gerry Notara Vice Presidentof Operations 5527 Lakeview RoadCharlotte, NC, 28269 Phone: 704-596-5211 Fax: 704-596-5980 Mobile: 704-773-4658 Gerry.Notara@RKMotorsCharlotte.com Donald Berard Sales Manager 5527 Lakeview RoadCharlotte, NC, 28269 Phone: 704-596-5211 Fax: 704-596-5980 Mobile: 781-773-4648 Donald.Berard@RKMotorsCharlotte.com Jason Spruill Transport Manager 5527 Lakeview RoadCharlotte, NC, 28269 Phone: 704-596-5211 Fax: 704-596-5980 Mobile: 704-797-6199 jason.spruill@RKMotorsCharlotte.com 704.596.5211 704.596.5980 info@RKMotorsCharlotte.com Showroom 5527 Lakeview RoadCharlotte, NC 28269 RKM Performance Center 161 Knob Hill RoadMooresville, NC 28117