There's no denying that the Ford Shelby GT500 is one desirable vehicle. It's raw power and sleek style leads to a level of performance that we personally can't get enough of. But would you shell out $300,000 for one? We're guessing not. One driver did, however, and we here at Lindsay Ford of Wheaton are here to tell you why.

Specifically, the vehicle that we're speaking of isn't an everyday Shelby. Rather, it's a 2013 Mustang concept that Ford is using do develop next year's production model. It was recently auctioned off, and bidders were more than happy to pay a premium to own a piece of automotive history.

The specific concept in question has been tested extensively by the American automaker, and it has been to some landmark locations that every auto of its caliber should visit. For instance, it was taken for an extensive test drive on Route 66, it bested the world-famous Sebring Track and International Speedway.

The only downside to owning such a prestigious vehicle, though, is that it can't be shown off on the open road... Not legally at least. Since it's a concept model, it cannot legally be registered, which means that this 650 horsepower beauty is destined to stay in its new owner's private collection for the foreseeable future. And that's why the only Ford models that you'll find here at 11250 Veirs Mill Road Wheaton, MD 20902 are legal production models.

If you'd like to learn more about new Ford vehicles like the Ford F-250, Taurus, and Fusion, then feel free to contact us online or by phone at (888) 764-8614 today. Our team is more than happy to answer specific financing questions, and they can even outline the benefits of considering one of our many used cars too. So make sure to check us out soon!