According to the new club formed to celebrate Shelby vehicles, it has chalked up 2,000 members in just three months. Check out the PR after the jump...
Las Vegas – April 16, 2008 – Membership in the new Team Shelby Club, which is authorized by Shelby Automobiles Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Carroll Shelby International, Inc., (CSBI.PK) has skyrocketed to over 2,000 people in just three months. Officially launched on Carroll Shelby’s 85th birthday of Jan. 11, 2008, Team Shelby is the only club officially recognized by the factory for all vehicles built by Shelby, including 2006 and newer Shelby-based Mustangs.
“Shelby Autos supports Team Shelby because it gives real enthusiasts real ways to enjoy their cars,” said Carroll Shelby, founder of Shelby Automobiles and the first member of Team Shelby. “I’m pleased, but not surprised by the strong response to this exciting new club. While the club was originally designed for owners and fans of 2005 and newer Shelbys based on the Ford Mustang, the influx of members who own and love vintage Shelby vehicles is proof that the concept was long overdue.”
Team Shelby began as the S197 Shelby Owners Association, which was founded by Robert Lane and Sharon Elliot. After meeting with factory representatives and Mr. Shelby, they evolved their organization into Team Shelby (www.TeamShelby.com).
“People are hungry for ways to actually get out and enjoy their Shelby, no matter when it was built,” added Ms. Elliott. “We have a great national event coming this June, an electronic registry, a great Web site, parts discounts and insider access that can’t be matched. Team Shelby is even working with people to form local chapters with more grassroots activities.”
Team Shelby distributes newsletters and is planning a full compliment of events. Activities will include tours of the Ford and Shelby facilities, a 40th anniversary GT500KR reunion, track days, Series 1 reunion and other events. Membership includes official Shelby gear and an opportunity to learn more about the history and development of cars.
“Anyone with a Super Snake, Hertz car, Cobra, supercharged Shelby GT, Series 1, GLH, Viper or GT500 is welcome at Team Shelby,” noted Mr. Lane. “Members don’t even need to own a Shelby to be a member, just share our ‘life needs more’ attitude and celebrate all high-performance Shelbys. This club is for the new generation of enthusiast who loves everything fun and fast.”
About Team Shelby
Team Shelby is the only club officially recognized by the factory (www.shelbyautos.com) for all vehicles built by Shelby. The group offers a wide variety of activities, ranging from track days to factory tours. The enthusiast community features a cutting-edge Web site hosting videos, forums, podcasts, exclusive news and briefings; an on-line Shelby registry is also planned. Information is available at www.teamshelby.com and www.midamericafordmeet.com.
About Shelby Automobiles, Inc.
Founded by legend Carroll Shelby, Shelby Automobiles, Inc., (www.shelbyautos.com) manufactures and markets performance vehicles and related products. Shelby Automobiles is a division of Carroll Shelby International, Inc. (CSBI.PK). Carroll Shelby Licensing Inc., also a wholly owned division, is the exclusive holder of Carroll Shelby's trademarks and vehicle desi