text: The improvements in handling and performance gives the 2011 Shelby GT500 a skidpad rating of 1.0g, and a Virginia International Raceway lap time of 2:58:48, making it as fast as, and sometimes faster than, cars such as the M3, Audi R8 V10, Dodge Viper SRT-10 and Porsche GT3 around this racetrack. Changes to the 2012 model year Shelby GT500 included a new Recaro seat option. The Sterling Gray color was no longer available.
  2011-12 GT500 Super Snake
  Just like the 2011 Shelby GT500, born on the proving grounds of the drag strip and road course at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Shelby American worked with companies like Ford Racing to create an even more aggressive suspension and engine package for the 2011 Super Snake. For the 2011 model year, more power, new anthracite wheels, white stripes and new side scoops are optional.
  The 2011 Ford Shelby GT500 Super Snake post title package includes:
  Ford Racing handling pack including dynamic adjustable dampers, lowering springs, tuned stabilizer bars, and front strut tower brace
  6-speed manual transmission with 3.73:1 rear axle ratio
  Shelby/Ford Racing supercharger upgrade producing over 660 HP and 590 ft.-lbs. of torque
  Either a Shelby/Ford Racing or Shelby/Kenne Bell supercharger kit producing 750 HP with upgraded drive shaft, billet twin 75mm throttle body and exclusive badges
  Optional Shelby/Kenne Bell 800 horsepower tune on pump gas
  Borla exhaust system
  An optional Shelby / Eibach handling pack is also available
  Shelby-designed Alcoa 20-inch wheels in durabright or anthracite