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113To hit those astronomical horsepower numbers, the 2020 GT500%u2019s 5.2-liter DOHC V8 had its factory supercharger replaced by a Shelby by Fathouse Performance twin-turbo system, with intercooler, new engine management and new fuel systems. Internals were strengthened with Manley pistons and rods, ARP studs, Ferrea valves and more. To keep the power under control, the Code Red received performance half-shafts, ride-height adjustable springs, Ford Performance sway bars, caster-camber plates, a MagneRide suspension calibration and Shelby one-piece forged aluminum 20-inch wheels. All Code Reds had the widebody configuration, along with a carbon-fiber pedestal wing, carbon-fiber hood, and carbon-fiber rocker wings and rear diffuser.The Code Red treatment was optimized for the dragstrip and Shelby American posted a video to its YouTube channel showing a Code Red Mustang scorching through the quarter-mile in 8.59 seconds at 161 mph. %u201cThe unique nature of this new car required us to pour in lessons learned from extreme vehicles like the 2008 Code Red, Shelby 1000 and 2020 Shelby GT500 Dragon Snake concept,%u201d said Vince LaViolette, Shelby American Vice President of Operations and Chief of R&D, at the time of the car%u2019s release. %u201cAll of the massive horsepower and torque we develop with the new Code Red car required us to focus on optimizing traction. That is why Code Red is more of a straight-line performer than a road course warrior, although it%u2019s very capable at moderate speeds in most any curve. But when the turbos spool up, the car is best enjoyed moving straight ahead.%u201dThe interior likewise reflects the serious nature of the car with rear-seat delete and harness bar. The purposeful seat recovers feature Shelby and Code Red logos, and, like every Shelby, the car has a numbered dash plaque and a spot in the Shelby Registry. The astonishing capabilities of the Cod Red Shelby were reflected in the price, which was $224,995 on top of the base GT500. Yet it is entirely possible that these 30 cars may represent the absolute peak of American muscle-car performance. On the drag strip or on a show field, a Code Red Shelby signals a veritable storm of performance has arrived. Register to bid today for a chance to take home this powerhouse during the 2024 Scottsdale Fall Auction, Oct. 10-13 at WestWorld.%u2013 Steve Statham For up-to-date information on this vehicle, visit Barrett-Jackson.com