# Revamped Muscle Cars The 2011 Ford Shelby GT500 Has Horsepower With Style By Michael Poppenhagen | Published 2010-10-02 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2011-Ford-Shelby-GT500 References: [insideline](http://www.insideline.com/ford/shelby-gt500/2011/2011-ford-shelby-gt500-first-drive.html) & [insideline](http://www.insideline.com/ford/shelby-gt500/2011/2011-ford-shelby-gt500-first-drive.html) [Ford](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-ford-mustang-gtd) Motor Company's 2011 Ford [Shelby GT500](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mustang-shelby-gt500-heritage) has a sleeker look and more horsepower than the 2010 edition. Ford used a supercharged 5.4-liter V-8 that packs a punch with 550 horses. The 2011 Ford Shelby GT500 swiched from a cast iron block to aluminum and lowered its overall weight by 102 pounds. A new moon roof is available, as is a full-on convertible version. Ford Motor Company's 2011 Ford Shelby GT500 is a reworked [muscle car](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1967-shelby-mustang-gt500) combined with raw style. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Revamped Muscle Cars:** Opportunity for automakers to redesign and improve muscle cars with sleeker looks and increased horsepower. - **Aluminum Body:** Opportunity for automotive suppliers to develop lightweight aluminum body parts to reduce vehicle weight and improve performance. - **Convertible Muscle Cars:** Opportunity to cater to consumer demand for convertible versions of muscle cars, providing a unique driving experience. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive:** Opportunity for automakers to capitalize on the demand for revamped muscle cars and offer innovative features. - **Automotive Suppliers:** Opportunity for suppliers to develop and manufacture lightweight aluminum body parts for muscle cars, addressing the trend towards improved performance and fuel efficiency. - **Automotive Accessories:** Opportunity for accessory manufacturers to create convertible tops and related accessories for convertible muscle cars, enhancing the driving experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [High-Performance Sports Car Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-ford-mustang-gtd.md) - [Nostalgic Muscle Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ac-cobra-gtg.md) - [All-Electric Performance Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shelby-mustang-mache-gt-concept.md) - [Inaugural Custom Mustang Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-mustang.md) - [Monstrously Powerful American Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/american-supercar.md) - [Fast-Charging Electric Mustangs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1967-ford-mustang-fastback.md) - [Dual-Valve Shocks Pickup Trucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-f150-raptor-r.md) - ['60s-Era Throwback Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alan-mann.md) - [Riproaring Convertible Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riproaring-convertible-supercar.md)