Shelby American announces new car at B-J Gala

computerworks · #1 (**permalink**) 01-15-2010, 02:26 PM

See the first new car introduction ever at Barrett-Jackson when Carroll Shelby and his Shelby American team make a special surprise announcement.

This will be at 8 PM MST (10 EST/9CST/7 PST) on Jan. 18, 2010, according to the SA press release.

Details on the car are still a "secret" and have not been released yet.

Watch the home page of Team Shelby...

( http://www.teamshelby.com )

...to see the live video feed of the event..

somedayaurora · #2 (**permalink**) 01-15-2010, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by computerworks

See the first new car introduction ever at Barrett-Jackson when Carroll Shelby and his Shelby American team make a special surprise announcement.

This will be at 8 PM MST (10 EST/9CST/7 PST) on Jan. 18, 2010, according to the SA press release.

Details on the car are still a "secret" and have not been released yet.

Watch the home page of Team Shelby...

( http://www.teamshelby.com )

...to see the live video feed of the event..

I was talking to a shelby mod-shop today mentioned a car that was going to be released next week , twist my arm and i'll tell you , but I think you probally have a good idea .
SDR

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csx4910 · #3 (**permalink**) 01-15-2010, 03:08 PM

Hopefully it isnt another version of the new Mustang/Shelby. I think he is up to 6 different versions now. I love the GT500 and new Mustang as much as the next guy but I feel they are "jumping the shark" for you Happy Days fans with all of these models.
Ron

somedayaurora · #4 (**permalink**) 01-15-2010, 03:37 PM

sorry to disappoint , oh and after the new Indiana Jones movie the trendy term is " nuking the fridge " or so my annoying , young , trendy cousins have told me .

SDR
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ERA Chas · #5 (**permalink**) 01-15-2010, 04:10 PM

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Originally Posted by computerworks

See the first new car introduction ever at Barrett-Jackson when Carroll Shelby and his Shelby American team make a special surprise announcement.

I will LMFAO if it's the GR-1.

I couldn't get any serious discussion for two days on here about making it a replica...

Rick Parker · #6 (**permalink**) 01-15-2010, 05:57 PM

Are they bringing back the Pinto, with a new tank perhaps?

Jac Mac · #7 (**permalink**) 01-15-2010, 06:14 PM

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Originally Posted by ERA Chas

I will LMFAO if it's the GR-1.

I couldn't get any serious discussion for two days on here about making it a replica...

+1, but nothing that I 'want' to happen ever seems too, so I think your 'A' might remain intact!

twobjshelbys · #8 (**permalink**) 01-15-2010, 06:19 PM

The rumor that was never denied is that it is going to be a new GT350. I have some pretty good data that supports that rumor. It could always be wrong though...

I will be at BJ but not for the Gala, even though I have tickets, since I arrive on Tuesday. This announcement wasn't queued when I bought my tickets.

Also, Team Shelby is supposed to have a live webcast of the Monday night Gala on their site.

ERA Chas · #9 (**permalink**) 01-15-2010, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Jac Mac

+1, but nothing that I 'want' to happen ever seems too, so I think your 'A' might remain intact!

Jac, you da Kiwi -er man. You're one of two guys that 'got it'.

ERA Chas · #10 (**permalink**) 01-15-2010, 06:58 PM

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Originally Posted by twobjshelbys

The rumor that was never denied is that it is going to be a new GT350.

Just what the world needs-another 3600 pound Mustang.

somedayaurora · #11 (**permalink**) 01-15-2010, 07:12 PM

Ya guys its a new GT350 , I gotta say I'm excited But I'm probably the young bull that wants to run down and censor that cow . in these circles .

SDR
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mrmustang · #12 (**permalink**) 01-15-2010, 07:15 PM

Da Bunnies know all about the new GT 350, boy will you guys be surprised

Bill S.

twobjshelbys · #13 (**permalink**) 01-15-2010, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by mrmustang

Da Bunnies know all about the new GT 350, boy will you guys be surprised

Bill S.

You're either gonna love it or hate it.

Tommy · #14 (**permalink**) 01-15-2010, 07:19 PM

Oh. That's not the B-J gala I was expecting. Nevermind.

somedayaurora · #15 (**permalink**) 01-15-2010, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Tommy

Oh. That's not the B-J gala I was expecting. Nevermind.

aHAhaHA

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Got the Bug · #16 (**permalink**) 01-15-2010, 07:33 PM

I've heard that the announcement is that Shelby is going to join up with Chrysler again to produce a new Shelby/Chrysler Fiat Abarth 500.

Got the Bug · #17 (**permalink**) 01-18-2010, 08:14 PM

And...drum roll...it's going to be (surprise) a new GT350.

http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/...rformance.html

computerworks · #18 (**permalink**) 01-18-2010, 09:01 PM

The unveiling was about a half-hour ago.
The Gala event at Barrett-Jackson was fed live over the web.

Carroll Shelby gave the preliminary remarks

Amy Boylan gave the history and details, following Rick Titus' remarks

They pulled the sheet off the car for all to see

The staff and devlopment team from Shelby American

Here's the PR shots of the new car..

500+ HP and all upfitted underpinings

slider701 · #19 (**permalink**) 01-18-2010, 09:03 PM

$33,995 OVER the cost of a Mustang GT.......MT article says "figure the total price of a well-equipped example at around $63,000".

$34K for about 5-7K worth of parts from the Ford Racing catalog....plus a $25K Shelby badge

Thanks but no thanks.

computerworks · #20 (**permalink**) 01-18-2010, 09:09 PM

more from the Press Release...

a legend reborn: SHELBY american brings back the Shelby gt350

scottsdale - Jan. 18, 2010 - Shelby American, a wholly owned subsidiary of Carroll Shelby International Inc. (CSBI:PK), will fulfill the dreams of enthusiasts by returning the legendary Shelby GT350 to its lineup of American performance cars. The Shelby team unveiled a supercharged concept version of the Mustang-based 2011 Shelby GT350 to the surprise of thousands gathered at the Barrett-Jackson Auction Opening Night Gala to honor the 45th anniversary of the first GT350 and first Shelby big block Cobra.

“In 1964, Ford Motor Company asked Shelby American to turn their secretary’s car into a race winner to help them sell Mustangs,” said Carroll Shelby, founder of Shelby American. “Our Shelby GT350 ruled its class at the track and was feared by GM and Chrysler owners on the street. Enthusiasts have anticipated the GT350’s return since it went out of production in 1970. Now my band of hot rodders has created a car worthy of the name.”

The concept behind the GT350 was to build a car that is light, nimble and powerful. Beginning with the “small block” 5.0 liter Ford Mustang GT as its base, the Shelby American team worked with experts from Ford Racing, Goodyear, Borla, Cragar and Baer to create a car that is fast and has razor sharp handling. Every segment of the car is enhanced or replaced to create the ultimate balanced performance pony car that is true to the spirit of the 1965-1970 MY Shelby GT350.

“The 2011 GT350 balances heritage with modern necessity,” said Shelby American president Amy Boylan. “Former Hot Wheels and Ford designer Larry Wood joined Vince LaViolette, Walter Cardenas, Andrew Smidt and the rest of our Las Vegas team to help integrate 1965-1970 Shelby styling cues with modern aerodynamics. We worked with Ford Racing to supercharge the engine with a goal of 500 horsepower, as well as to sharpen the handling. Baer Brakes helped engineer the fantastic brakes and we shod the GT350 with 19” modern Cragar wheels and super sticky Goodyear tires. This Shelby is truly a complete performance package”

“Since this was one of the most important cars in Shelby’s history, everyone stepped up to make sure it meets Carroll’s performance standards,” added Gary Davis, vice president of production for Shelby American. “After it was hand built in our new design studio, it began extensive testing at Las Vegas Motor Speedway by veteran test drivers Vince LaViolett and Gary Patterson. We’re all proud to be part of this milestone Shelby car.”

Each GT350 will be clad in traditional white with Shelby Guardsman blue Le Mans stripes and feature the new Ford V8 coupled to a 6 speed manual transmission and center exit exhaust. Blue Shelby GT350 valve covers and billet caps set off the supercharged engine. The Baer brake system features 6 piston kit in the front, as well as 14” ERADISPEED rotors in the rear with cooling ducts for all four corners.

The suspension was upgraded with new Ford Racing springs, struts, sway bars and adjustable caster/camber plates. The car also receives a new front fascia, tail light trim, front splitter, rear deck lid filler panel and rear fascia. Functional scoops are located on the side rockers and hood. GT350 badges on the outside and inside include a Shelby serial number. The A pillar carries a fuel pressure, oil pressure and boost gauge.

The Shelby GT350 is a post title program; a customer purchases a car from their local Ford Dealer, which is turned into a GT350 by the Shelby American Team. A limited number will be built in the 2011 model year. A Ford Mustang GT can be dropped shipped by a Ford dealer to Shelby’s Las Vegas facility for conversion or a customer can arrange to have a properly specified car transported to the factory. The Shelby GT350 up-fit completed by Shelby American has a MSRP of $33,995 and does not include the price of the base car.