Shelby Super Snake-R 2026 has arrived, and it’s here to remind the world that America still rules the muscle car game. Unveiled at Monterey Car Week, this 850-plus horsepower monster is Shelby American’s most track-focused Mustang yet, built on the potent Dark Horse platform and designed to take on the best from Europe and beyond.
And the price tag? A cool $224,995 — still $100K less than Ford’s own Mustang GTD, but plenty to put you in the big leagues.
An Engine That Laughs at Limits
Under the hood, you’ll find Ford’s 5.0-liter V8 from the Dark Horse — but Shelby wasn’t about to leave it stock. A supercharger, performance upgrades, and careful tuning push output to “well over” 850 horsepower, topping the last Super Snake by 20 horses and even outgunning the legendary GT500 by 90 hp.
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Buyers can stick with the 10-speed automatic or row their own gears with a Tremec TR-3160 6-speed manual — complete with a Shelby-branded shift knob.
Track Weapon in Street Clothes
The Super Snake-R isn’t just about brute force — Shelby tuned every corner for max performance:
- Coil-over independent suspension with a more aggressive, fully adjustable setup
- 20-inch lightweight magnesium wheels wrapped in 335-phase Michelin tires
- Upgraded brakes with -piece slotted rotors for fade-loose preventing energy
- Greater chassis bracing for sharper cornering
- Wide-body stance for both looks and grip
This isn’t a car you just drive — it’s one you wrestle, and it loves every second of it.
Aero and Style to Match
From its vented hood to its hydraulically-controlled active rear wing, the Super Snake-R’s aero kit is all business. Flared fenders, a deep front splitter, and a massive spoiler scream “track day ready,” while an optional graphics package turns the intimidation factor up to 11.
Despite the added kit, weight is kept in check with carbon fiber body parts, tipping the scales at 4,004 pounds — only 116 more than the stock Dark Horse.
Interior Fit for a Shelby
Inside, you’ll find upgraded leather, Super Snake door sill plates, special badging, and even embroidered floor mats. It’s a reminder that while the R is built to dominate lap times, it’s still a Shelby — and that means style matters.
The First Super Snake-R in Nearly 60 Years
Here’s the kicker — this is the first time Shelby has built an “R” version of the Super Snake since the nameplate’s debut in 1967. That alone makes it a piece of muscle car history, and with production numbers still unconfirmed, expect demand to go through the roof.
Bottom line:
The 2026 Shelby Super Snake-R isn’t just another tuned Mustang — it’s America’s answer to Europe’s best track cars, wrapped in raw, unapologetic muscle. And if you’ve got the cash (and the nerve), it’s ready to take you there.
Final Thoughts:
The 2026 Shelby amazing Snake-R isn’t only a high-horsepower Mustang — it’s Shelby’s love letter to American muscle, constructed for drivers who crave pace, precision, and exclusivity. With over 850 horsepower, race-ready suspension, and competitive aero, it’s as succesful on the track as it’s miles jaw-losing inside the paddock. That is the kind of vehicle that turns heads, wins races, and cements its place in muscle vehicle history.
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