Shelby Builds Another GT-H; A Convertible

[YSSMAN]

Shelby Automobiles at SEMA this past week unveiled a convertible version of the popular GT-H Mustang. It's not clear if the company plans to actually produce a convertible version of the so-called Hertz Mustang, but the concept car proves the idea is under consideration.

The convertible has all the same features as the GT350H coupe, plus more powerful 14-inch brakes and 20-inch "Shelby Razor" wheels. It also features rear brake duct kit; front brake duct kit and driving light package and lower billet grille insert designed to fit all California Special Mustangs, Shelby GT-H’s and Shelby GT’s; three-gauge center dash-pod with custom Shelby gauges; custom floor mats, sequential tail lamps, authentic racing hood pin kit; billet engine fluid caps and oil dip stick, and various interior appointments.

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...I like the idea, and given the "success" of the GT-H Mustang thus-far for Hertz, they will probably build a couple hundred once again, and then decide to offer it as an optional model later that year. This certainly would be as a production model, and Ford would certainly sell quite a few, just as they will with the new Shelby GT.

 

[Tornado]

Am I the only one who thinks the convertible versions of the current Mustang look 10 times better than the Coupe?

 

[YSSMAN]

I wouldn't call you crazy if you did. I'm generally more apt to liking the hardtop than the softie, but with the Mustang I could be convinced otherwise. I think the roll-bar makes it look a lot better, as it reminds me a lot of the classic GT500KR convertibles from the late 1960s.

...But until Ford actually builds the Mustang in the right color (Bullitt Green), I wouldn't be looking to buy one any time soon...

 

[Tornado]

I think the roll-bar makes it look a lot better, as it reminds me a lot of the classic GT500KR convertibles from the late 1960s.

I agree. Despite being covered with cladding, this is the only current Mustang in the range that I think looks good besides the base V6. I think it has to do mostly with the roll bar (which nicely adds an upper part to the design and probably increase stiffness too) and those superb wheels.

 

[exigeracer]

I find that the stupid rollbar is the ugliest feature on the Mustang. It's so hiedously generic, it looks like a handlebar on a Playmobil car. Plus, that exact same rollhoop was used on Mustangs 3 generations ago. They can do better than that...

 

[Tornado]

I find that the stupid rollbar is the ugliest feature on the Mustang. It's so hiedously generic, it looks like a handlebar on a Playmobil car. Plus, that exact same rollhoop was used on Mustangs 3 generations ago.

I believe that was the point.

They can do better than that...

Look at the rest of the car's styling. I really don't think they can do better than that.

 

[GT4_Rule]

The black + gold color combination is for me but the idea of the car is cool.

 

[exigeracer]

I believe that was the point.

Look at the rest of the car's styling. I really don't think they can do better than that.

Recycling things from the early 90s Ford parts bin isn't retro styling. It's low design standards a.k.a. cost cutting. I don't buy it, in either sense.

The rest of the car is a well executed retro piece. I am not arguing the fact that the design works as a re-designed car from the 60s.

I also believe the design itself works best when clean, simple and uncluttered, much unlike any of the aftermarket options I have seen.

 

[McLaren]

Bah, ruins the whole point of the original GT-H, imho.

 

[YSSMAN]

The origional:

...Ties it back to the old GT500 and GT500KR convertibles from the later 1960s. I think you can order the same roll bar on the current GT500 as well, but I'm not certain.

 

[red70mach1]

I don't know about you guys, but I'll rent it.

 

[dubbed]

I find that the stupid rollbar is the ugliest feature on the Mustang. It's so hiedously generic, it looks like a handlebar on a Playmobil car. Plus, that exact same rollhoop was used on Mustangs 3 generations ago. They can do better than that...

So...what other rollbar is there for a 4-seat vert, that protects the rear passengers as well as the driver?

 

[Law93]

that thing isn't that bad i got to say. i wouldn't mind having one of those in my garage .....engine looks pretty mean

 

[harrytuttle]

Bah, ruins the whole point of the original GT-H, imho.

Yeah, I agree. There were no GT350H convertibles, were there? Nice idea, but just when things started to gel for a rent-a-racer reinvention, they went a step too far. The roll hoop is okay, but reminds me of water ski attachments. I never liked it on any Mustang, come to think of it.

This leaves me with a conundrum, though: should I rent the Audi S4 or GT-H the next time I'm in Vegas?

 

[dubbed]

Yeah, I agree. There were no GT350H convertibles, were there? Nice idea, but just when things started to gel for a rent-a-racer reinvention, they went a step too far. The roll hoop is okay, but reminds me of water ski attachments. I never liked it on any Mustang, come to think of it.

This leaves me with a conundrum, though: should I rent the Audi S4 or GT-H the next time I'm in Vegas?

Shelby Automobiles at SEMA this past week unveiled a convertible version of the popular GT-H Mustang. It's not clear if the company plans to actually produce a convertible version of the so-called Hertz Mustang, but the concept car proves the idea is under consideration.

This car is just a concept, most likely will not be in the hands of Hertz, most likely Shelby will make a conversion kit for the retail Shelby GT and make even more money for his company (which needs all that it can get). The rollbar is an evil that is a must, if Shelby GT owners (in vert form) want to take their car to the drag strip or to any road course. I haven't been a strip or course that does not require a rollbar for all convertables.

 

[usedHONDA]

Too bad I'm not a Ford guy. I'm more of a GM guy.

 

[YSSMAN]

...My guess is that Hertz will do it, next year probably. Then Ford will get smart and build the GT-H Convertible for the street just like they are doing with the GT-H turned Shelby GT Coupe this year.