Shelby American offering up 750HP Centennial Edition Mustang to honor 100th anniversary of Carroll Shelby’s birth
Shelby American is honoring the 100th anniversary of its founder’s birth with a small run of Centennial Edition Mustangs.
LAS VEGAS – Shelby American, a wholly owned subsidiary of Carroll Shelby International Inc. (CSBI:PK), is honoring the 100th anniversary of its founder’s birth with a small run of Centennial Edition Mustangs. Only 100 of the 2023 model year supercharged Carroll Shelby Centennial Edition Mustangs will be available through Shelby American in Las Vegas, with a few available through official mod shops around the world.
“The world is celebrating the 100th anniversary of Carroll Shelby’s birth, recounting his many accomplishments,” said Joe Conway, CEO of Shelby American. “Though he had never flown before, he became one of the most skilled pilot instructors in the US Army Air Force. Carroll never took a single management class but created a successful team with some of the most talented drivers, development experts, fabricators and production people in the world. From his wins behind the wheel to his business successes and philanthropic initiatives, Carroll earned every victory.”
Carroll Shelby grew up with modest means in East Texas during the Great Depression, never finished high school, and survived several business disappointments. Though Shelby’s poor health ended his budding racing career, his determination never waned. He became the second American driver to win Le Mans overall. He captured America’s first FIA sports car world championship, and his auto manufacturing company changed the perception of American vehicles worldwide. His formula for performance changed the course of the entire automotive industry.
“Carroll never claimed to be an engineer, designer or mechanic,” said Gary Patterson, president of Shelby American. “He believed he was best at putting people together. From the group of hot rodders he banded together to take on the world’s racing elite to the car company and Team Shelby club he founded, Carroll understood that motivated people can achieve almost anything.”
The new Carroll Shelby Centennial Edition Mustang was designed to properly celebrate the legend.
“This new, limited-edition car celebrates Carroll Shelby and honors his many achievements,” said Vince LaViolette, Shelby American Vice President of Operations and Chief of R&D. “To properly honor him required us to build a car that was truly born to run. Our new Carroll Shelby Centennial Edition Mustang is a well-balanced car that is far more than just a horsepower upgrade. We also sharpened the handling and enhanced the styling of the world-class 5.0L V8 Mustang GT. It delivers all the performance that Carroll required to have his name on a car. We’re so confident that he’d approve that we are throwing in a black Stetson like the one he wore, with each car.”
In addition to many business, aviation and racing endeavors, Carroll Shelby funded charity programs throughout his lifetime and established a foundation to help kids win the race for life. Each of the new Centennial Edition cars will include a donation to the Carroll Shelby Foundation.
Based on the spectacular 2023 Ford Mustang GT, the new Carroll Shelby Centennial Edition Mustang is different from the Shelby Super Snake. Enthusiasts can choose a fastback or convertible with either a manual or automatic transmission. As a post-title program, any stock Ford Mustang color is accepted. Only 100 of the 2023 Centennial Edition Mustangs will be built by Shelby American in Las Vegas with a handful transformed by international mod shops. Consumers with a qualifying Ford Mustang GT can arrange to have their cars transformed by Shelby American or an official Shelby mod shop. The package includes a black Stetson hat and a copy of the commemorative Shelby Centennial Book published by Team Shelby.
Each Carroll Shelby Centennial Edition Mustang includes membership in Team Shelby, the worldwide club Carroll Shelby established in 2008, and will be eligible for documentation in the official Shelby Registry. The package MSRP starts at $49,995, not including the base car. Production will begin in Las Vegas during the second quarter of the year and owners of a 2023 model year Ford Mustang can contact Shelby American about transforming their car into a Carroll Shelby Centennial Edition Mustang. Select dealers and Shelby mod shops worldwide also have access to the program. Individuals interested in a Shelby vehicle can go to https://www.shelby.com/en-us/Vehicles.
SPECS - 2023 Carroll Shelby Centennial Edition Mustang
Package MSRP starts at $49,995 | For any titled 2023 Ford Mustang GT, FOB Las Vegas, Nevada
Shelby Interior and Exterior Features:
- Shelby Upper Grille
- Shelby Side Rockers and Rocker Wings
- Shelby-Spec Rear Spoiler
- Shelby Tail Panel with Centennial Logo
- Le Mans Over-the-top Black Vinyl Striping
- Shelby Centennial Side Rocker Stripes
- Shelby Centennial Emblems & Badges
- Shelby CSM Numbered Dash and Engine Bay Plaque
- Shelby-Spec Leather Interior Upgrade
- Shelby Door Sill Plates
- Shelby Floor Mats
Shelby Performance and Powertrain Features:
- 750 horsepower Supercharger (Black) with Gauge Pod
- Shelby Aluminum Extended Width Front Fenders
- Shelby Satin Black 20" x 11" Wheels
- Shelby-Spec 305/30/20 Performance Tires
- Shelby Vented Hood
- Shelby Performance Radiator
- Shelby Under-Hood Fluid Cap Kit
- Shelby by Borla Cat-Back Exhaust
- Performance Springs
- Performance Sway Bars
- Adjustable Caster / Camber Plates
- Ford Perf-Pack Type OEM Brembo Front Calipers
Additional Items Included:
- Carroll Shelby Edition Black Stetson Hat
- Carroll Shelby Centennial Book
*Notes:
Package may void all manufacturer warranties. Shelby retains all take-off parts. Vehicle transportation is responsibility of the customer, FOB Las Vegas, Nevada. International customers should check for import restrictions. SHELBY®, SHELBY GT®, GT500®, GT350®, SUPER SNAKE® and SHELBY AMERICAN™ are registered trademarks and/or the trade dress of Carroll Shelby and Carroll Shelby Licensing, Inc. (Shelby).
About Shelby American, Inc.
Founded by legend Carroll Shelby, Shelby American, a wholly owned subsidiary of Carroll Shelby International Inc. (CSBI:PK), manufactures and markets performance vehicles and related products. The company builds authentic continuation Cobras, including the 427 S/C, 289 FIA, 289 street car, Daytona Coupe and Shelby Series 2 component vehicles; it offers the Shelby GT, 1000, Super Snake, CODE RED, Carroll Shelby Centennial Edition, SE and Shelby GT500KR post-title packages for select model 2005-2023 Ford Mustangs. Shelby American also offers the Shelby Raptor, Shelby F-150 Super Snake and Shelby F-150 trucks, as well as the Shelby F-250 Super Baja. Heritage cars include the continuation 1965 Shelby GT350 competition model, 1967 Ford Shelby Super Snake and 1968 Ford Shelby GT500KR. For more information, visit http://www.shelby.com.
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