Ford Mustang Shelby GT350R S550
A track-focused masterpiece featuring the highest-revving naturally aspirated V8 in Ford's history.
- Power
- 526 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 3.9 s
- Top speed
- 173 mph
- Est. value
- $70k–$110k
About the Ford Mustang Shelby GT350R S550
The Shelby GT350R is the most hardcore iteration of the S550-generation Mustang, designed specifically to dominate track days. Its heart is the 'Voodoo' V8, a bespoke 5.2-litre unit featuring a flat-plane crankshaft that enables an 8,250 rpm redline and a distinct, exotic exhaust note. To save weight, Ford removed the rear seats, air conditioning, and stereo, while introducing the first mass-produced carbon fibre wheels on a production car. The result is a visceral, high-revving driver's car with steering precision and chassis balance that rivals European exotics.
Ford Mustang Shelby GT350R S550 specs
The Ford Mustang Shelby GT350R S550 produces 526 bhp (392 kW) and 582 Nm (429 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 3.9 seconds and has a top speed of 173 mph (278 km/h).
| Make | Ford |
|---|---|
| Model | Mustang Shelby GT350R |
| Generation | S550 |
| Trim | 5.2 V8 |
| Years | 2015–2020 |
| Type | Sports car |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | United States |
| Production | About 3,647 built |
| Original price | About $63,000 when new |
| Engine | 5.2-litre naturally aspirated V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 5,163 cc (5.2 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 526 bhp (392 kW) at 7,500 rpm |
| Torque | 582 Nm (429 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 8,250 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 3.9 s |
| Top speed | 173 mph (278 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,661 kg (3,662 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 317 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Ford Mustang Shelby GT350R S550 worth?
A typical Ford Mustang Shelby GT350R S550 is estimated to be worth $70,000 – $110,000 (about £52,000 – £82,000).
Its original price when new was about $63,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Ford Mustang Shelby GT350R S550 rarity in CarSpot
The Ford Mustang Shelby GT350R S550 is a Rare card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 52 out of 100. Performance cars, typically worth around £50,000 to £100,000. A Rare card is worth 40 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Ford Mustang Shelby GT350R S550 fun facts
- The GT350R was the first mass-production car to come standard with carbon fibre wheels, which saved 27kg of unsprung weight compared to aluminum units.
- Its 5.2-litre 'Voodoo' engine was the most powerful naturally aspirated road-going engine in Ford's history at the time of its launch.
- The 2015 model year is the rarest of all, with only 37 units produced to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the original 1965 Shelby GT350R.
