Rendering of Revology’s Shelby-licensed G.T.350. Image courtesy Revology.
In early 2015, Orlando, Florida constructor Revology made headlines by announcing its first turnkey products, new 1966 Mustangs built with repop bodies from Dynakorn and powered by modern drivetrains. In the months since, Revology has struck a licensing deal with Shelby American, and will soon begin producing recreations of the 1966 Shelby G.T. 350 and G.T. 350H, also equipped with contemporary powertrains.
The first production Revology 1966 Mustang was unveiled at the 2015 Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance. Fans loved the car’s blend of visual appeal and modern amenities (plus modern horsepower), while detractors fixated on the car’s six-figure pricing, which currently starts at $120,750 for a basic fastback and climbs to $123,250 for a basic convertible. Considering the car’s hand-built nature and provided warranty (one year bumper-to-bumper, two years for powertrain and five years for body corrosion), the price becomes, perhaps, a bit easier to understand. Farm out a full restoration of a 1966 Mustang, and the end result likely won’t be any cheaper.
Per the retail order guide for the upcoming Shelby variants, power will come from a 5.0-liter Ford Coyote V-8, with the lightweight “Aluminator” version commanding a $3,250 premium. Like the original (and unlike the current Mustang), a live axle will be the only offering, though that’s really where the non-cosmetic resemblance stops. To make the Revology Shelbys easier to live with on a daily basis, standard features include power windows, power locks, power steering, air conditioning, keyless entry, four-wheel disc brakes, and a Bluetooth integrated audio system. For those unwilling or unable to dance the three-pedal shuffle, a four-speed automatic transmission is a no-charge option to replace the standard six-speed Tremec T-56.
Pricing for the Revology Shelby Mustangs will begin at $139,500 for a G.T. 350, climbing to $140,250 for a G.T. 350H. Well-equipped with the Aluminator V-8, larger wheels and tires, performance seats, the audiophile sound system, performance brakes, and the technology package, the price of a Revology Shelby G.T. 350 climbs to just under $152,000, which some would argue is still less than the cost of a full restoration on an original Shelby Mustang.
What’s missing from the Revology cars is, of course, authenticity. While it’s reasonable to expect an original Shelby Mustang to hold its value (or potentially appreciate), no one knows what the future holds for modern reproductions of classic cars. For those looking for an appreciating asset, the Revology Shelbys won’t hold much interest, but for those with the means who want a modern car with a classic look, they may offer the best of both worlds.
For more information, visit RevologyCars.com.
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