Shelby GT500 Engine for Sale | 5.2L Supercharged Predator V8

Description

About the Shelby GT500 Engine (5.2L Supercharged Predator V8)

Need a replacement Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 engine? Part Nests sources OEM used 5.2L supercharged Predator V8 engines for 2020-2022 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 applications. The Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 is Ford’s flagship performance variant of the S550-generation Mustang lineup – Ford’s highest-performance Mustang application produced 2020-2022 in the US market. Represents Ford’s flagship approach to the Mustang performance lineup during the era, positioned above the GT / GT350 variants as the range-topping Mustang performance application. Powered by the Ford 5.2L supercharged Predator V8 engine – a distinctive Ford performance V8 with 5.2L displacement, cross-plane crankshaft configuration, and supercharged induction architecture producing 760 hp for the GT500 application. CRITICAL engine identification per the source data – the 5.2L supercharged Predator V8 is distinct from Ford’s older 5.4L Trinity and 5.8L Trinity supercharged V8 engines (used in the earlier 2007-2014 Shelby GT500 applications). Do NOT confuse the 2020-2022 Shelby GT500 Predator V8 with earlier Shelby GT500 engine variants. Related Predator engine context – the 2023+ Ford F-150 Raptor R uses a closely related Predator V8 (naturally aspirated variant in the Raptor R application vs supercharged in the GT500). Supercharger included with the engine per the source data. VIN / build verification required. Not included: PCM, wiring, transmission, fuel system, and cooling unless confirmed at order. Professional performance installer required; PCM, wiring, and emissions work for a swap. Related exotic / performance V8 context via the Ferrari 360 F131 V8 listing. Each engine is function tested with compression checked. Call (855) 634-4447 to verify 2020-2022 GT500 VIN / build and Predator V8 configuration before ordering.

Engine and Build Verification

What Is Included and Not Included

Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Vehicle Context (2020-2022 Flagship Performance Mustang)

• Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 flagship performance Mustang: The Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 is Ford’s flagship performance variant of the S550-generation Mustang lineup – Ford’s highest-performance Mustang application. Represents Ford’s flagship approach to the Mustang performance lineup, positioned above the GT / GT350 variants as the range-topping Mustang performance application
• 2020-2022 production window: Per the source data compatibility, Ford Mustang Shelby GT500, 2020 to 2022 (5.2L Predator). Approximately 3-year US-market production window during the early-2020s era. Various trim / equipment variants across the production run including Track Pack and Carbon Fiber Track Pack options
• S550 generation platform: The 2020-2022 Shelby GT500 is built on the sixth-generation Mustang platform (S550 chassis designation) – Ford’s sixth-generation Mustang platform introduced for the 2015 model year and produced through 2023 for the US market. Distinctive S550 platform with independent rear suspension approach (departure from earlier Mustang solid rear axle)
• Shelby GT500 heritage: The Shelby GT500 nameplate has been used across various generations of Ford Mustang performance variants, referencing the classic 1967-1970 Shelby GT500 heritage. Modern Shelby GT500 applications include the 2007-2014 S197-generation GT500 and the 2020-2022 S550-generation GT500. Represents Ford’s iconic Shelby performance heritage
• GT500 competitive positioning: Positioned to compete with the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 (particularly the ZL1 1LE variant), Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye (see our related SRT8 Engine listing for related Mopar performance V8 heritage), Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170, and various other flagship American muscle car performance competitors during the era

5.2L Supercharged Predator V8 Engine Function and Distinction Context

• 5.2L supercharged Predator V8 architecture: Per the source data engine, 5.2L supercharged Predator. The Ford 5.2L supercharged Predator V8 is Ford’s distinctive performance V8 developed specifically for the 2020-2022 Shelby GT500 flagship application. 5.2L displacement with cross-plane crankshaft configuration (distinct from the flat-plane crankshaft Voodoo V8 used in the GT350). Supercharged induction architecture producing 760 hp for the GT500 application
• CRITICAL distinction from older 5.4/5.8L Trinity V8s: Per the source data engine, 5.2L supercharged Predator (not the older 5.4/5.8L). Critical engine identification distinction – the 2020-2022 GT500 uses the 5.2L supercharged Predator V8, distinct from Ford’s older 5.4L Trinity and 5.8L Trinity supercharged V8 engines used in the earlier 2007-2014 Shelby GT500 applications. Different displacement, different architecture, and different vehicle generation applications
• Cross-plane vs flat-plane distinction: The 5.2L Predator uses a cross-plane crankshaft configuration – distinct from the 5.2L Voodoo V8 (also 5.2L displacement) used in the GT350 which uses a flat-plane crankshaft configuration. Same 5.2L displacement but distinctly different engine architectures – do NOT confuse Predator (cross-plane, supercharged, GT500) with Voodoo (flat-plane, naturally aspirated, GT350)
• Related F-150 Raptor R Predator: Per the source data compatibility, related Predator – 2023+ F-150 Raptor R (closely related). The 2023+ Ford F-150 Raptor R uses a closely related Predator V8 – naturally aspirated variant in the Raptor R application vs supercharged in the GT500 application. Same underlying Predator V8 architecture with application-specific tuning
• Supercharger included: Per the source data included, the used 5.2L Predator engine as confirmed, with supercharger. Supercharger included with the engine as standard scope. Additional ancillaries and configuration vary by donor and specific application
• Swap requires PCM, wiring, fuel, cooling, emissions: Per the source data swap, PCM, wiring, fuel, cooling, and emissions. Critical swap consideration – Predator V8 swap applications require PCM (Powertrain Control Module), wiring harness, fuel system, cooling system, and emissions work appropriate for the target chassis. Substantial swap-specific integration work required
• Professional performance installer requirement: Per the source data tools note, a professional performance installer; PCM, wiring, and emissions work for a swap. Critical installation requirement – Predator V8 installation requires professional performance shop with PCM, wiring, and emissions work capability. Not a DIY project
• Not included items: Per the source data, PCM, wiring, transmission, fuel system, and cooling unless confirmed at order. Standard scope – the used 5.2L Predator engine with supercharger is provided. Additional items (PCM, wiring harness, transmission, fuel system, cooling system) are separate items – obtain / confirm separately as required

Related Ford / Related Predator / Related Performance V8 Listings

• Ferrari 360 Engine (F131 V8): Related exotic mid-engine V8 application (Ferrari 360 F131 3.6L V8, 5 valves per cylinder) – see our Ferrari 360 Engine listing
• Cadillac CT6 Engine (4.2L Twin Turbo V8): Related premium performance V8 application (4.2L Blackwing V8 for CT6 Platinum / CT6-V) – see our Cadillac CT6 Engine listing
• SRT8 Engine: Related Mopar performance V8 application (6.1L HEMI or 6.4L/392 HEMI for Charger / Challenger / 300 / Grand Cherokee SRT8) – see our SRT8 Engine listing
• Various Ford / Mustang / performance V8 engine replacement components available across our Part Nests catalog

Engine Specifications

• Type: OEM used 5.2L supercharged Predator V8 engine for 2020-2022 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 applications
• Function: Predator V8 engine provides flagship-tier performance propulsion for GT500 flagship Mustang application
• Configuration: 5.2L supercharged Predator V8, cross-plane crankshaft – verify by VIN
• What is not included: PCM, wiring, transmission, fuel system, and cooling unless confirmed at order per the source data
• Tools required: Professional performance installer; PCM, wiring, and emissions work for a swap per the source data
• Common failure modes: Various age-related supercharged V8 engine wear patterns, various age-related component wear. Symptoms include performance degradation, various engine integration issues
• Testing: Function tested, compression checked, oil pressure verified per unit before shipment

Vehicle Compatibility

Why Buy From Part Nests

• OEM verified 5.2L supercharged Predator V8 for 2020-2022 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 applications
• Function tested, compression checked, oil pressure verified per unit
• Support for CRITICAL Predator vs older 5.4/5.8L Trinity distinction
• Support for Predator (cross-plane, supercharged) vs Voodoo (flat-plane, NA) distinction
• Support for VIN / build verification (2020-2022 GT500)
• Support for related 2023+ F-150 Raptor R Predator context
• Support for professional performance installer requirement
• Related to broader Ford / Mustang / performance V8 listings
• Free shipping to all 50 states
• 15 day replacement warranty on component defects
• Support team familiar with Ford Shelby GT500 flagship performance Mustang lineage and Predator V8 considerations
• Call (855) 634-4447 to confirm your 2020-2022 GT500 VIN / build and Predator V8 configuration before ordering.