Ford Mustang Shelby GT350/R could be offered with DCT - Report

09/10/2016 - 15:26 Ford Mustang, Ford Sagar Parikh

'Voodoo' engine-powered Shelby variants available exclusively with a manual gearbox today.

The sixth generation Ford Mustang's Shelby GT350 and Shelby GT350R variants have been offered only with a 6-speed manual transmission until now. However, according to a new report from Road & Tack, that could change this decade.

Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang front three quarters left at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show — The Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 and Ford Mustang Shelby GT350R are powered by a unique 526 hp 5.2-liter naturally aspirated gasoline engine.

Citing evidence gathered from Mustang6G.com, the report says that the Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 and the Ford Mustang Shelby GT350R could become available with a dual-clutch automatic transmission in a few years. The standard variant is already bound to receive a modern, 10-speed automatic transmission (codename: 10R80), a leaked order guide published by the same sixth-gen Ford Mustang enthusiast website revealed in June.

European automakers are already using dual-clutch automatic transmissions in sports cars, and Ford is toying with the idea for its own offerings now. The Blue Oval has no doubts about the capability of a dual-clutch automatic transmission, as its $4,00,000+ performance flagship, the 2017 Ford GT, is confirmed to have one.

Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang rear three quarters left at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show — The 6-speed manual transmission should continue being offered for purists.

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The availability of a quick-shift, dual-clutch automatic transmission in the Shelby GT350 and Shelby GT350R variants is yet to be confirmed, but even if Ford brings them, the 6-speed manual transmission should continue for those who still prefer the good ol' stick shift.

[Source: Road & Track]