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Shelby’s Legal Battle Over The “Eleanor” Car Is Over And Shelby Won!

November 9, 2023 Mike

LOS ANGELES – November 9, 2023 – In what has been a decade long battle between the Shelby Trust, owner of “Shelby” trademarks and trade dress relating to internationally known and respected Shelby vehicles, and Denise Halicki, surviving spouse of H.B. “Toby” Halicki, producer of the 1974 “Gone in 60 Seconds” film, the 1982 “The Junkman” film, and the 1983 “Deadline Auto Theft film, the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California has finally and decisively placed Shelby in the driver’s seat.

Six-Time Rolex 24 Winner Wayne Taylor Honors the Carroll Shelby Centennial with Purchase of Superformance Daytona Tribute GT40

July 27, 2023 Mike

JUPITER, Fla. – July 26, 2023 – Six-time Rolex 24 Daytona champion Wayne Taylor is such a fan of Shelby American founder Carroll Shelby and its history at the Florida race that he purchased a Superformance MK II GT40 clad in the 1966 race livery. Taylor recently picked up his heritage sports car, P/2480, to enjoy at his home in Florida.

Privateer Robert Prilika to Drive 4WD Shelby F-150 Super Snake Sport in 101st Pikes Peak International Hill Climb

June 16, 2023 Mike

LAS VEGAS – June 16, 2023 – Robert Prilika, who drove a 2022 Shelby GT500SE into history last year in the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, will return to compete in a new Shelby F-150 Super Snake Sport under the Robert Prilika Motorsports banner. Officials from Shelby American, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Carroll Shelby International Inc. (CSBI:PK) and members of the Team Shelby club will attend the race on June 25 as part of the ongoing Carroll Shelby Centennial Celebration.

Shelby American Reopens 1963 Small Block Shelby “Dragonsnake” Cobra Production

June 2, 2023 Mike

LAS VEGAS – June 2, 2023 – Through a partnership with Legendary GT Continuation Cars, Shelby American, a wholly owned subsidiary of Carroll Shelby International Inc. (CSBI:PK), will offer five “new” 1963 Shelby aluminum continuation “Dragonsnake” roadsters. Honoring the five 1960s factory racecars, the first Dragonsnake is a tribute to NHRA champion Bruce Larson, who was on stage and helped unveil the Shelby roadster at the Carlisle Ford Nationals presented by eBay Motors in Pennsylvania.

Shelby American to Build 750HP Centennial Edition Mustang in Honor of 100th Anniversary of Carroll Shelby’s Birth

January 16, 2023 Mike

LAS VEGAS – January 13, 2023 – 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.

Goodwood Revival to Honour Carroll Shelby

January 11, 2023 Mike

Las Vegas and Chichester, UK – January 11, 2023 – On what would have been Carroll Shelby’s 100th birthday, Goodwood is delighted to announce that the legendary American driver, car manufacturer and entrepreneur will be celebrated at this year’s Goodwood Revival, over the weekend of September 8-10, 2023.

Carroll Shelby Foundation Announces Team Shelby Club Members Raise $70,000+ To Help Kids Win The Race For Life

August 3, 2022 Mike

GARDENA, CALIF – August 2, 2022 – Donations by members of the international car club Team Shelby over the past four months have raised $72,830 for the Carroll Shelby Foundation.™ The funds will be used by the charity founded by icon Carroll Shelby to provide medical support for children with life-threatening disease and automotive educational opportunities for young people.

Shelby American Unveils the “Cobra Cammer” Concept at Carlisle Ford Nationals

June 6, 2022 Mike

LAS VEGAS – June 3, 2022 – Shelby American, a wholly owned subsidiary of Carroll Shelby International Inc. (CSBI:PK), today unveiled the “Cammer Cobra” concept, a 427 SOHC V8 powered continuation Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe, at the Carlisle Ford Nationals presented by Meguiar’s in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. The “Cammer Cobra” follows Carroll Shelby’s initial vision for a racecar to compete in the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Shelby American Introduces Its Latest Generation Shelby Raptor

January 21, 2022 Mike

LAS VEGAS – January 20, 2022 – Shelby American, a wholly owned subsidiary of Carroll Shelby International Inc. (CSBI:PK), has announced the latest generation Shelby Ford F-150 Raptor, the most polished off-road truck ever offered by the company. The 525-horsepower truck is now available in limited quantities through official dealers nationwide.

Barrett-Jackson to Offer a Spectacular Selection of Shelby Vehicles at the 2022 Scottsdale Auction

January 3, 2022 Mike

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. ‒ January 3, 2022 – Barrett-Jackson will celebrate 50 years of The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions at its 2022 Scottsdale Auction, January 22-30, at WestWorld of Scottsdale. One of the most spectacular No Reserve dockets ever amassed at Barrett-Jackson, including over 1,900 vehicles, will feature a diverse selection of authentic Shelby Cobras and Mustangs, including a true 1967 Shelby Cobra 427 that was originally sold in Scottsdale, the famous Lance Reventlow 1962 Shelby Cobra and a highly desirable Concours Premier Award-winning 1965 GT350.