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I read an interesting interview with Pete Brock. I may be paraphrasing a bit here. He said Shelby's talent came from surrounding himself with the best people. The talent was theirs not Shelby's.

 

See what happens when you don't pay attention.
I didnt read the article I just looked at the pictures.

 

:cornut: That's sacrilage of a Yankee trying to put down one of our Texas boys.:wink::biggrin5: Had he not put the team together then there would have been no Shelby Cobra. The President has his cabinet and Carrol Shelby had his 'team.'

Jason

 

No doubt. After just coming out with the SHelby Mustang 1000 HP car then this. I like the look but dang that is pricey for no more performance over stock...
Wonder what that future "tune" is going to cost.. and I'm a BIG Shelby fan but this doesn't follow in his usual visions..

 

I remember those when they were new. That makes me feel kinda old saying that. People actually bought them. Lots were rallied & raced back in those days. At the time they were pretty neat little pocket rockets.

 

I'm a product of the 50's....

 

Atleast those Shelby's the GLH ( which stood for Goes Like Hell ) had more performance all around and not just looks.. I didn't like them but hey...

 

Yes, its the RS, 350 hp, possible AWD, but sadly may never make it here :frown2:

2014 Ford Focus RS to Boast 350 HP | AutoGuide.com News

 

Too much dinero for a few ad ons... CF engine cover? Uoooooaaaa!

 

I have an 87 Shelby GLHS. Faster than any production car under $40,000 at the time, and it cost $12,500

 

At the time the were hella fast. Time has moved on & what was once hella fast is now pretty darned quick. That being said I have a soft spot or the Omni from hell.

 

A good friend of mine owns the Omni from Hell. The Chrysler engineer who built it for One Lap and the current owner are friends of mine.

 

saw the car yesterday, and I'm sorry to say that not impressed for what it cost, basically just paying for the name. :nonod:

 

Hmm....I was never under the impression that they badged it a Shelby? You guys sure about that?

 

Did any one else notice the seats have practically no shoulder or hip bolsters. Big time f-up there:nonod:

 

Hmm.....I'm reading different:

"and now the Focus ST can be added to this list. Just introduced at the Detroit Auto Show, the Shelby Focus ST doesn't add any extra horsepower under the hood, but it should still make sizable gains in performance thanks to an upgraded suspension, brakes and exhaust systems"

"Starting with the already-quick Focus ST, Shelby adds Ford Racing suspension components and bigger brakes with cross-drilled rotors, all finished off with a Borla exhaust system incorporating larger, circular outlets. Cheesy body graphics aside, some of the styling enhancements include functional hood vents, a hatch spoiler, unique interior bits and wider wheels and tires. Shelby does mention a tuning option that will increase the engine's 252-horsepower output to more than 300, although no pricing is mentioned. Speaking of price, Shelby says this souped-up hot hatch will carry a "budget minded price" (*ahem*). What is that you ask? Well, after you buy a 2013 Focus ST from your local Ford dealer (base price: $23,700), the Shelby upgrades will cost an extra $14,995. Production of these cars will be limited to just 500 units."


Still not sure it's worth an extra $15k? But?