2. Ford
  3. F-150
  4. 2013

2013 Ford F-150

We're big fans of the Ford F-150 SVT Raptor, a full-size pickup impressively configured from the factory for serious desert running. While its stock, naturally aspirated 6.2-liter V8 provides 411 horsepower, some consider it lacking. Others still want more aggressive underpinnings for even more serious duty. Stop worrying, as Shelby American appears to accept the answer with its new Shelby Raptor. While the Las Vegas-based company offers nearly all of its upgrades on its à la bill of fare carte (practiced for those on a budget), the test truck seen here arrived loaded with just about everything. To begin the transformation, a 2.9-liter Whipple supercharger and intercooler are bolted to the V8, followed past a Shelby Stinger exhaust arrangement to improve the engine's animate. The upgrades crash-land output by 164 horsepower, pregnant the truck goes from 'impressive' to 'seriously quick' on the acceleration scale. Just the company doesn't stop there, equally the intermission has been upgraded with Shelby iii-inch shocks, new upper and lower control artillery and a new frame kit with bump stops. In addition to a new sideslip plate package for protection, the stock wheels have been replaced with 18x9 Shelby Method alloys wearing aggressive 35-inch BFG Mud-Terrain T/A tires (35x12.50R18LT) for get-anywhere capabilities. Cosmetically speaking, the interior is upgraded with a custom Shelby leather package and additional gauges accept been added to allow the driver to keep a closer eye on things. The exterior doesn't escape the treatment, either, as it receives new bumpers, a full hunt rack and enough of graphics. And, of course, there is the obligatory unique Shelby serial number plate on the blown engine and i for everyone to see prominently on the dashboard. Nosotros recently spent an afternoon criss-crossing the LA Basin with this massive truck, putting in a few soft-roading miles for our photoshoot. To really do the Shelby justice and properly explore its capabilities, however, we really need to spend more time doing what it genuinely wants to do. That is, launching it off tall berms, crossing deep streams and bashing over rocks. Unfortunately, the opportunity didn't present itself. Side by side time. Driving Notes: One glance at our loaded silverish and blue test truck reveals a ridiculous amount of 'Shelby' branding. Laughable levels, really. Shelby'due south name is plastered on the seats, dash, quarter panels, doors and tailgate. It appears four times on the rear bumper solitary! Enough already – it's overkill to a nauseating level (the company reportedly offers packages that are much more discreet). And don't go us started on the overuse of LED light bars. Virtually all of the upgrades are actually functional for desert running and stone-itch, with the exception of one; the lightheaded placement of aftermarket gauges in the heart of the dashboard vents. The analog boost and fuel pressure dials are not only ergonomically incorrect (nobody looks to the HVAC vents for information), their 'plug' design blocks critical airflow from the vents themselves. Nosotros prefer to see them mounted on the A-pillar, similar everyone else does, to …
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We're big fans of the Ford F-150 SVT Raptor, a full-size pickup impressively configured from the mill for serious desert running. While its stock, naturally aspirated 6.2-liter V8 provides 411 horsepower, some consider it defective. Others still want more than ambitious underpinnings for even more than serious duty. Stop worrying, equally Shelby American appears to have the answer with its new Shelby Raptor. While the Las Vegas-based company offers nearly all of its upgrades on its à la carte menu (expert for those on a budget), the test truck seen hither arrived loaded with just near everything. To begin the transformation, a ii.9-liter Whipple supercharger and intercooler are bolted to the V8, followed by a Shelby Stinger exhaust organisation to improve the engine'southward breathing. The upgrades bump output past 164 horsepower, meaning the truck goes from 'impressive' to 'seriously quick' on the acceleration scale. Simply the visitor doesn't stop there, as the break has been upgraded with Shelby iii-inch shocks, new upper and lower control artillery and a new frame kit with bump stops. In addition to a new skid plate bundle for protection, the stock wheels have been replaced with 18x9 Shelby Method alloys wearing aggressive 35-inch BFG Mud-Terrain T/A tires (35x12.50R18LT) for go-anywhere capabilities. Cosmetically speaking, the interior is upgraded with a custom Shelby leather package and boosted gauges have been added to allow the driver to keep a closer eye on things. The exterior doesn't escape the treatment, either, equally it receives new bumpers, a full chase rack and plenty of graphics. And, of course, there is the obligatory unique Shelby serial number plate on the diddled engine and i for everyone to encounter prominently on the dashboard. We recently spent an afternoon criss-crossing the LA Bowl with this massive truck, putting in a few soft-roading miles for our photoshoot. To really practise the Shelby justice and properly explore its capabilities, however, we actually need to spend more time doing what it genuinely wants to do. That is, launching it off tall berms, crossing deep streams and bashing over rocks. Unfortunately, the opportunity didn't present itself. Next time. Driving Notes: 1 glance at our loaded silver and blue test truck reveals a ridiculous corporeality of 'Shelby' branding. Laughable levels, really. Shelby's proper noun is plastered on the seats, dash, quarter panels, doors and tailgate. Information technology appears 4 times on the rear bumper alone! Enough already – information technology's overkill to a nauseating level (the company reportedly offers packages that are much more unimposing). And don't get us started on the overuse of LED light bars. Most all of the upgrades are really functional for desert running and rock-itch, with the exception of one; the lightheaded placement of aftermarket gauges in the middle of the dashboard vents. The analog boost and fuel pressure dials are not only ergonomically incorrect (nobody looks to the HVAC vents for data), their 'plug' design blocks disquisitional airflow from the vents themselves. We prefer to see them mounted on the A-colonnade, similar everyone else does, to …
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Retail Price

$24,070 - $53,300 MSRP / Window Sticker Price

Engine 3.7L V-six
MPG 17 City / 23 Hwy
Seating 3 Passengers
Transmission 6-spd motorcar w/OD
Power 302 @ 6500 rpm
Drivetrain rear-wheel

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