39Mustang Posted January 15, 2013 Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 When I saw it, I threw up in my mouth a little speechless! trying to say something without cussing but not possible going to the garage to pet my 2 Shelby's and rev those V8's! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mywickedshelby Posted January 15, 2013 Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 ouch! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vandy09 Posted January 15, 2013 Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 That didn't take long Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IASHELBYGT Posted January 15, 2013 Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 Sorry, I disagree. I predict it will be a hit, but with a different market niche. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeljgt500kr Posted January 15, 2013 Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 OMG!!! Say it isn't so Shoeless Shelby! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MY500SS Posted January 15, 2013 Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 I hope SA sells a ton of these little Shelby's................I'm all for keeping the brand going. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cali_KR Posted January 15, 2013 Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 With ever increasing CAFE standards, this WILL be a BIG part of the automotive landscape, like it or not. And any succe$$ful company wants to be in the game early and not playing catch up. This was part of Carroll's vision for the future, embrace it or not. It is here to stay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
08ragtop Posted January 15, 2013 Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 Did everyone forget the Shelby Dodges?? This is nothing new here. I wonder if it's as good as the old GLHS. B) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EL SHELBY Posted January 15, 2013 Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 Did everyone forget the Shelby Dodges?? This is nothing new here. I wonder if it's as good as the old GLHS. B) Well, I don't think it will pace a Vette like the GLHS did but I suspect it will be pretty spectacular. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twitch43 Posted January 15, 2013 Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 I like it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HyperStangs Posted January 15, 2013 Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 I've already fielded a half dozen calls about it. I predict.... WINNER! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2010KonaBlueGT Posted January 15, 2013 Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 Well, I don't think it will pace a Vette like the GLHS did but I suspect it will be pretty spectacular. They're supposed to handle like they're on RAILS. Check out the FRPP site and see what they're already offering for them. Power to weight bud, power to weight. Carroll Shelby said there's two ways to go fast. Make it LIGHT or make it POWERFUL. Do BOTH, and you got a dang ROCKET on your hands. And with a center of gravity as low as that thing has? I'll bet you can make one fly (on a short road course it will kick ass). We (muscle car guys) used to laugh and make fun of the ricers and their front wheel drive cars. I'd be hesitant to race one nowadays. I've seen sub 10 second FrWD cars tearin' up the 1320. Phill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilmor Posted January 15, 2013 Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 Of course, being a FWD vehicle, it can never have the performance of a Mustang, but I'm reserving judgement until I see the 300 HP version and some road and comparison tests. I like the looks of it with the simpler classic Shelby stripes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shel-b001 Posted January 15, 2013 Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 Sorry, I disagree. I predict it will be a hit, but with a different market niche. Granny`s & Grandpa`s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Knudsen Posted January 15, 2013 Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 I like it. I am 90% certain that my next car will be a Focus ST. Much as I like V8 performance, I already have six V8 powered cars. One of my sons is driving my V8SHO, and I do not see him giving it back. I am driving my F150 most days, Mustangs some days. My next car really needs to have 4 doors, needs to be small and easy to park (tired of parking an F150 Supercrew with the 6.5 foot bed in small parking spots in small parking lots) and needs to get good gas mileage given current gas prices. Since I would like some sport and power to go with that, along with a low price, I am leaning heavily to the Focus. I love the looks of the white/blue stripe (traditional) Shelby Focus (silver wheels). It certainly would not be a replacement for my GT500, or any of my Mustangs for that matter, but for a driver I would consider a Shelby package for the Focus if it was in the budget to do so. Price seems a bit steep, but that is a different discussion. Not long ago V8's ruled, and large percentages of cars had V8 engines. Much as I love the sound of a V8, those days are gone and the V8 is now a small niche in the car industry. I love the idea that Shelby is looking to broaden its base. If it goes like hell, stops on a dime and corners like it is on rails I think Carroll would say to go drive the wheels of the damn thing and have some fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeljgt500kr Posted January 15, 2013 Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 Looks like anything to make a buck and pander to the Facebook crowd. It will get as much respect as the Shelby Lancer or the like. I can think of dozens of cars I'd rather have for $40K+. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShelbyEra08 Posted January 15, 2013 Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 i am not digging the side graphics, i would like to see the other appearance options they have for the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffJ Posted January 15, 2013 Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 i am not digging the side graphics, i would like to see the other appearance options they have for the car. That's easy. At the top of your screen, click on the Shelby builder button. You can choose colors, graphics, wheels. Pretty fun tool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayne in NJ Posted January 15, 2013 Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 It was one of Mr. Shelby's plans, to re-introduce a the 4 cylinder Shelby pocket rocket! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glhs0075 Posted January 15, 2013 Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 I'm happy to see SAI's return to it's FWD/4 banger roots! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
08ragtop Posted January 15, 2013 Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 Granny`s & Grandpa`s That would be me. I already have a Focus ST and love it! And 6 grandkids and love them! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilmor Posted January 15, 2013 Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 There! I fixed it! The fastest color with the proper stripe!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Patten Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 Just have one question , actually 2 - 1) Does it fit in the trunk of my GT500 ? and 2) Is it allowed on the golf course ? I just assume it carries 4 sets of clubs to go with the 4 doors - right ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EL SHELBY Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 They're supposed to handle like they're on RAILS. Check out the FRPP site and see what they're already offering for them. Power to weight bud, power to weight. Carroll Shelby said there's two ways to go fast. Make it LIGHT or make it POWERFUL. Do BOTH, and you got a dang ROCKET on your hands. And with a center of gravity as low as that thing has? I'll bet you can make one fly (on a short road course it will kick ass). We (muscle car guys) used to laugh and make fun of the ricers and their front wheel drive cars. I'd be hesitant to race one nowadays. I've seen sub 10 second FrWD cars tearin' up the 1320. Phill My point was the GLHS out ran all the American V8 Muscle of the day and would compete with a Vette all day long. I fully expect this Focus to do much of the same with the exception of the upper tier offerings such as the modern Vette. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
REDTAIL Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 I hope SA sells a ton of these little Shelby's................I'm all for keeping the brand going. +1 i like them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richard m.switzer Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 I like the look and the car ,,way before Shelby Autos did their thing to it ,,which made it better ,, ,( ( Enhanced it ) ) , " I say " ,, would be nice if Shelby Autos started a ( TeamShelby Rally Race Team ) in that class of car ,, " Shelby Rally Performace " SRP Team ,, ,,,,,,,,, . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UK PONY Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 They look great, will handle & stop great. I'm from a nation of small displacement, high output engined cars so was really looking forward to this. But the price...........yikes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akos (AJ) Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 Just have one question , actually 2 - 1) Does it fit in the trunk of my GT500 ? and 2) Is it allowed on the golf course ? I just assume it carries 4 sets of clubs to go with the 4 doors - right ? You forgot to ask if it is dishwasher safe... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morgan19d Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 I really like it. I was a little taken back by the price at first until I realized the "base" rpice includes the interior upgrade and all. It doesnt go as bare bones on the options as the GTS, so in my opinion not too bad. I will say to pull in the younger crowd as it states is the mission, they may want to see about speeding up the production line. My GTS made it through really quick, so I am not complaining, but I know some of the cars can take a while and a younger buyer that would be into it may not be able to afford having their car gone too long. That being said, if I was in the market for a new ride anytime soon I would definately buy one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akos (AJ) Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 They look great, will handle & stop great. I'm from a nation of small displacement, high output engined cars so was really looking forward to this. But the price...........yikes. Having driven a Mazdaspeed 3 (first generation, not the ugly new ones) for a few years, I know how much fun these cars can be. But then I look at the out-the-door price of $40K+, and all the AWD hot hatches you can buy for the same money... I know, I know those don't have a CSM number and this one does.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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