Carroll Shelby
Carroll Shelby
Carroll Hall Shelbywas an American automotive designer, racing driver, and entrepreneur. He was best known for his involvement with the AC Cobra and later the Mustang-based performance cars for Ford Motor Company known as Shelby Mustangs, which he had modified during the late-1960 and early-2000. He established Shelby American Inc. in 1962 to manufacture and market performance vehicles and related products, as well as Carroll Shelby Licensing in 1988, that currently make up Carroll Shelby International...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionDesigner
Date of Birth11 January 1923
CountryUnited States of America
The Cobra is my personal favorite car. The original 289 Cobra is the car I respect the most. I like to drive the 289 better than the 427.
I've always been asked, 'What is my favorite car?' and I've always said 'The next one.'
It's a massive motor in a tiny, lightweight car.
I am very pleased that the way the Cobra turned out and how well it was received by everyone, especially enthusiasts and the media.