A rumor is swirling that Ford might bring back the Mustang Shelby GT500 in 2026. A leaked memo hints at a special engine being prepped for the model. However, Ford hasn't officially confirmed its return.

A document that appears to come from the UAW's Dearborn contingent is brimming with excitement over a new engine and where it will find a home.

Ford's Mustang Shelby GT500 has always been the top shelf of performance within the Mustang lineup—well, until Ford went and developed the Mustang GTD—but it disappeared after the 2022 model year, just before the S550-generation Mustang made way for the current S650 model.

Am apparent leaked UAW Local 600 memo appears to point at the arrival of a new Shelby GT500. It appears the pony car icon could use an engine known as Legend.

Heavily camouflaged prototypes of the next-generation Shelby GT500 indicate both fastback and canvas-topped options for the superpony

Recent leaks indicate that Ford will resurrect the Mustang Shelby GT500 as its final run concluded after the 2022 model year by launching this iconic car for the 2026 model year. After its conclusion post the 2022 launch the GT500 model will return in 2026 along with its engine and 760 horsepower rating.

Mustang fans may finally see the return of the Shelby GT500. A leaked United Auto Workers memo suggests Ford is planning a 2026 revival, tied to an additional shift at the Dearborn Engine Plant.