2sharpie Posted May 11, 2012 Report Share Posted May 11, 2012 Don't know if it's a repost.................. http://content.usatoday.com/communities/driveon/post/2012/05/auto-legend-carroll-shelby-father-of-cobra-dies/1#.T61r2-i0w7E Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boidster Posted May 11, 2012 Report Share Posted May 11, 2012 Sad. Glad I got to own one of "his" cars during his lifetime. I'll turn off the ETC and burn 'em off in his honor tonight. Your blacked-out cobras seem appropriate today... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cdvision Posted May 11, 2012 Report Share Posted May 11, 2012 He was a true automotive legend and a great man. R.I.P. I wish he could have hung on a little longer to see the 2013 GT500 stomp the ZL1 Camaro...but I'm sure in his heart he knows what the outcome will be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
08jester Posted May 11, 2012 Report Share Posted May 11, 2012 We've lost a true American Icon a Legend. May you RIP Mr. Shelby and our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terpman Posted May 11, 2012 Report Share Posted May 11, 2012 RIP Mr Shelby Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
71sixpack Posted May 11, 2012 Report Share Posted May 11, 2012 RIP Carroll. An automotive ICon and legend. The man gave the racing world notice and created the factory tuner car. There would be no Roush or Saleens if it wasn't for the Shelby's. May he rest in a cloud of tire smoke and rumbling engines. The man created dreams for every teenage kid I knew. Let's also not forget his charitable work with the Carroll Shelby Foundation. A sad day for the world today. Joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2sharpie Posted May 11, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 11, 2012 He's brought us great cars and great ideas..........I hope the industry continues his work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2sharpie Posted May 11, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 11, 2012 Sad. Glad I got to own one of "his" cars during his lifetime. I'll turn off the ETC and burn 'em off in his honor tonight. Your blacked-out cobras seem appropriate today... I wish someone could photoshop something with them..................... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1badshelby Posted May 11, 2012 Report Share Posted May 11, 2012 He stood for all that performance automobiles could be and could become. An Icom, a Leader, MY HERO! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crushinator Posted May 11, 2012 Report Share Posted May 11, 2012 RIP Mr. Shelby. I'm at a loss for words. He was truely a great man! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
11GT500AL Posted May 11, 2012 Report Share Posted May 11, 2012 I dreamed of owning a Shelby since I was 14 years old, and am glad to say that I was finally able to realize that dream a couple years ago. RIP Mr. Shelby, and thanks for many years of inspiration. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CDW63 Posted May 11, 2012 Report Share Posted May 11, 2012 I am very blessed and proud that I was able to own several of his cars through the years. May he rest in peace.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
10SHELBY Posted May 12, 2012 Report Share Posted May 12, 2012 In memory of a legend, Rudy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jd2010shelby Posted May 12, 2012 Report Share Posted May 12, 2012 RIP Carroll. Thanks for building a car that puts a huge smile on my face every time I nail the gas!!! We all will miss you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2sharpie Posted May 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted May 12, 2012 ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Very nice.................. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helix Posted May 12, 2012 Report Share Posted May 12, 2012 This news hit hard; I just got home and they I heard on the news of his passing; my heart stopped for a second and I pulled this forum up. I never got to own a Shelby while he was around, but I will never loose loyalty to the Cobra. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stmarcink Posted May 12, 2012 Report Share Posted May 12, 2012 Great little interview with him here: RIP Carroll. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueByU Posted May 12, 2012 Report Share Posted May 12, 2012 RIP...He will be surely missed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawkbarr Posted May 13, 2012 Report Share Posted May 13, 2012 The man chased his dreams and made them a reality......God Bless Him !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slowbra1 Posted May 13, 2012 Report Share Posted May 13, 2012 RIP Mr Shelby. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helix Posted May 13, 2012 Report Share Posted May 13, 2012 Its amazing to hear him saying that end speech in light of the current situation; RIP Mr. Shelby. We'll carry the cobra icon on in us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweenstang Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 Godspeed Mr. Shelby and thank you for your contributions to the automotive industry. I am truly honored to be driving a beautiful car that has your name prominently displayed across the back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
devious_stang Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 I thank him for all he has done...I cant wait to own my very own GT500 RIP Mr. Shelby Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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