As the world marks the 100th anniversary of Carroll Shelby’s birth, Shelby American honors the legendary automotive icon with an exclusive release of the Carroll Shelby Centennial Edition Mustang. This limited edition run, based on the 2023 Ford Mustang GT, is a testament to Shelby’s lasting impact on automotive design and performance. For enthusiasts and collectors, the opportunity to own one of these rare vehicles is now within reach through a special sweepstakes hosted by the Shelby American Automobile Club (SAAC), with Auto Wire readers receiving an extra 40% entries.
This supercharged masterpiece is not merely an upgrade in horsepower. Shelby American’s team has meticulously refined the handling and aesthetics of the classic 5.0L V8 Mustang GT, making the Centennial Edition a balanced and formidable machine on both the street and the track. To commemorate Shelby’s legacy, each vehicle in this limited run of 100 units will come with a black Stetson hat and a copy of the Shelby Centennial Book published by Team Shelby.
Gary Patterson, President of Shelby American, expressed his enthusiasm for the project: “Properly celebrating Carroll Shelby’s many achievements required us to build a vehicle that could allow a driver to dominate on both the street and track. Our new Carroll Shelby Centennial Edition Mustang is a well-balanced car designed with that mission in mind.”
The sweepstakes, which ends on December 10th, offers the chance to win Serial Number 100 of the limited production run. This initiative serves as a fundraiser to support the SAAC, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the history and achievements of Carroll Shelby and the cars created at Shelby American from 1962 to 1970.
For those who make a donation, the chance to win this remarkable vehicle becomes a reality, and simultaneously, they contribute to an organization committed to keeping Shelby’s legacy alive. This sweepstakes is more than just an opportunity to win a rare and coveted car; it’s a chance to own a piece of automotive history and support the preservation of Carroll Shelby’s remarkable contributions to the world of high-performance vehicles.
