Shelby CS 6 Concept and Shelby WCC Mustang

Shelby CS 6 Concept Mustang

Legendary performance meets New School design

December 9, 2005 9:11 PM
Filed Under: American, Ford, Tuners

Press Release

Shelby CS 6 Mustang Concept

Ultimate Affordable Musclecar

Big block and small block V8 owners of all types may want to take a second look the next time a “V6” Mustang pulls up to the light as Carroll Shelby International Inc’s (CSBI.PK) wholly owned subsidiary Shelby Automobiles, Inc. announces the new Shelby CS 6 Mustang concept vehicle. Shelby Automobiles, known for speed and performance through the leadership of legendary racecar driver and Cobra creator Carroll Shelby, will offer a modified V6-engined 2006 Ford Mustang, dubbed the CS 6. Packed with a NOVI-1200 Supercharger from Paxton Automotive Corp., the CS 6 is destined to be the next great sports car from Shelby Automobiles pumping out an incredible 350+ horsepower. The Shelby CS 6 was introduced at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas in November.

The CS 6 features a Shelby-exclusive Paxton NOVI-1200 Centrifugal Supercharger, unsurpassed in high performance, reliability and quiet operation. The bolt-on NOVI-1200 is based on Paxton’s race-proven gear case, helical-cut gears constructed from billet-steel, aerospace-quality high-speed bearings and an air/water charge cooler. The CS 6 will be one of the most powerful supercharger kits for the V6 Mustang available on the market and its 350+ HP is a significant increase over the 210 HP of the stock Mustang and the GT version.

“Shelby Automotive is excited to offer the CS 6 with a focus on balance, performance and affordability,” said Amy Boylan, President of Shelby Automobiles. “With the Paxton Supercharger, the suspension modifications and the subtle cosmetic enhancements, the CS 6 will remind enthusiasts of the old GT350—fast and strong but light on its feet. There is going to be a lot of excitement from speed aficionados when the CS 6 hits the market.”

2005 marks the 40th Anniversary of the Paxton-supercharged Shelby Mustang legacy dating back to the famed GT350 and GT500 programs in the late 1960’s. In 1965, Carroll Shelby fitted a prototype Paxton Supercharger to the GT350 starting the Shelby/Paxton relationship.  Eleven total Paxton supercharger kits were installed by the Shelby factory and a number of additional kits were sold to customers for retro installation. The CS 6 stands poised to continue the great Shelby/Paxton tradition of producing consummate performance-modified autos.

The Shelby CS 6 is racing-styled in the custom of great Shelby cars from the past but updated to create a unique and modern design. Among the interior and exterior modifications to the CS 6:

Available in the first part of 2006, the Shelby CS 6 will be sold through Shelby Automobiles Las Vegas headquarters and a national dealer network. Interested buyers can contact Shelby Automobiles at (702) 942-7325 or visit the company's web site at www.shelbyautos.com for more info.

Shelby and West Coast Customs Create Limited-Edition Mustang Line

Legendary performance meets New School design

Only 25 special customers will have the opportunity to park one of the rarest Shelby Mustangs in their garage as Carroll Shelby International Inc’s (CSBI.PK) wholly owned subsidiary Shelby Automobiles, Inc. and West Coast Customs (WCC) have teamed up to produce a limited-edition line of high-end 2006 Ford Mustangs. These distinctively-designed Mustangs combine the legendary performance of Carroll Shelby and the creative design modifications of world famous “Kingz of Customz” and celebrity customizers West Coast Customs. Targeted to buyers looking for top-tier performance and state-of-art enhancements, the Shelby/West Coast Customs Mustang made its debut at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in November and will be available to consumers in the first part of 2006.

The Shelby/West Coast Customs Mustang begins with a stock 2006 Ford Mustang GT. Legendary car builder Carroll Shelby, the creator of several famous cars including the iconic Cobra, oversaw the car’s performance enhancements. An exclusive Vortech Supercharger was added to the V8 engine and the Mustang’s computer re-mapped to adapt to the newly-acclaimed output of more than 500 hp. With a racing-level output of that caliber, this Mustang is genuinely worthy of wearing the Shelby badge.

"We built this car for performance and style," said Carroll Shelby, CEO of Shelby Automobiles, Inc.  "It’s got the bark of the old muscle cars and the look of a new sports car.  It’s one of the best projects I’ve been a part of."

West Coast Customs, who are pioneers in customizing cars and have done work for influential auto enthusiasts including Dale Earnhardt Jr., Kobe Bryant and Arnold Schwarzenegger to name a few, directed the interior and exterior modifications for the Mustang. The outer design for the Shelby/West Coast Customs Mustang is a bold statement that showcases a twist of Shelby historic styling and West Coast Customs’ fearless new influence.

Exterior enhancements include:

West Coast Customs is known for pioneering mobile electronics and interior accessories in some of the greatest show cars and the Shelby/West Coast Customs Mustang is no exception. Packing interior modifications that are meant to be seen and be heard this special rolling concert hall includes:

“We are honored to be working with an American icon like Carroll Shelby and look forward to making history with him,” said Ryan Friedlinghaus, CEO of West Coast Customs. “We wanted to continue the tradition of power that comes with the Shelby name while giving the new Mustang the unique flare and design touches of West Coast Customs. Enthusiasts are going to find that the blend of top-of-the-line performance and one-of-a-kind design bring together the best of both worlds in this Mustang.”

Only 25 limited-edition Mustangs will be The Shelby-West Coast Customs Mustang will be sold starting in 2006 through Shelby Automobiles in Las Vegas, NV and West Coast Customs in Los Angeles, CA. Buyers can contact Shelby Automobiles at (702) 942-7325 or visit the company's web site at www.shelbyautos.com for more info. West Coast Customs can be found online at www.westcoastcustoms.com and (310) 645-1156.

“The Shelby-West Coast Customs Mustang is the result of legendary performance meeting new school design,” said Amy Boylan, President of Shelby Automobiles. “We have created a unique automobile that stands apart in the customized world. The limited-edition nature of these cars is sure to drive significant collector interest.”