Shelby just unleashed a new Super Snake with more power than the Ford Mustang GTD and it is limited to 300
Published on Jan 14, 2026 at 5:36 AM (UTC+4)
by Claire Reid
Last updated on Jan 14, 2026 at 5:36 AM (UTC+4)
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Claire Reid
Shelby America has unveiled its 2026 Super Snake, and it is an absolute beast, offering more power than the Ford Mustang GTD for a lot less cash.
The first time the Super Snake name was used by Shelby was on a big block Cobra roadster in 1966.
Decades later in 2007, the name was revived and since then has become a flagship vehicle for Shelby.
Now, the latest version has been unveiled, and it comes with a formidable 830 horsepower.
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The 2026 Shelby Super Snake is a powerful beast
The Shelby Super Snake is the company’s longest-running Ford Mustang model.
The modified Mustang doesn’t just pack in more power, its also been given some smart-looking aesthetics changes, including widebody carbon fiber fenders, and some magnesium wheels.
“Over the years, the Shelby Super Snake has evolved but kept its fierce competitive personality,” President of Shelby American Gary Patterson said.
“Every aspect of the vehicle is modified and upgraded.
“The Shelby Super Snake has become our flagship car, as well as the longest running model based on the Ford Mustang in our history.”
The 2026 Super Snake is based on the stock S650 Ford Mustang, and features the same 5.0-liter V8 engine that can produce 480hp.
However, Shelby offers an optional Whipple supercharger, which can boost the output to a mighty 830hp – 15hp more powerful than the impressive Ford Mustang GTD.
Alongside the supercharged engine, the Shelby Super Snake benefits from an upgraded cooling system, with a new radiator and heat exchanger, as well as grippier tires, a Borla exhaust, and improved brake rotors.
The 2026 model will be offered with either a manual or automatic transmission, and is available as either a fastback or convertible body configuration.
The Super Snake costs a lot less than the Ford Mustang GTD
As well as being more powerful than the Ford Mustang GTD, it’s also a lot cheaper.
The GTD comes with a price tag of around $325,000, whereas the Super Snake has a starting price of $175,885.
Shelby likes to keep exclusivity with its Super Snake models, with strictly limited production runs.
And it’s no different for the 2026 model – the company has confirmed just 300 units will be made for the US and production is already underway in Las Vegas.
So, if you don’t want the Super Snake to slip away, now is the time to snap one up.
The most legendary Shelby models ever built
1965 Shelby GT350: Basically a Mustang built for the track
1967 Shelby GT500 ‘Eleanor’: Made famous by Gone in 60 Seconds
1968 Shelby GT500KR: “King of the Road” with Cobra Jet power
1996 Shelby Series 1: Carroll Shelby’s only all-original design
2020 Shelby GT500: 760hp supercharged modern muscle
2021 Shelby Super Snake Speedster: Convertible version with 825 hp
1964 Shelby Daytona Coupe: Built to beat Ferrari at Le Mans
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Claire Reid is a journalist who hails from the UK but is now living in New Zealand. She began her career after graduating with a degree in Journalism from Liverpool John Moore’s University and has more than a decade of experience, writing for both local newspapers and national news sites. Claire covers a wide variety of topics, with a special focus on cars, technology, planes, cryptocurrency, and luxury.
