Model Talk - Shelby

Clash of the Titans

Clash of the Titans

Ferrari 250 GTO vs. Shelby Cobra vs. Jaguar E-Type in 1960s Racing

Story of the Shelby Cobra Emblem

Story of the Shelby Cobra Emblem

For fans of American automobiles, the Shelby Cobra logo is synonymous with legendary American automotive innovation and outrageous performance.

Developing the 1:8 Shelby Cobra

Developing the 1:8 Shelby Cobra

“Let’s create a 1:8 scale model Cobra! It’s never been done before!”

How the Cobra got its Stripes

How the Cobra got its Stripes

When we first set eyes on the Cobra 427 S/C, we were in love. That’s pretty much how we choose our models. If we love them, we know you’ll love them. But there’s always a period of questioning that comes after that initial ‘love at first sight’ moment: could we do anything better?

Visiting Shelby American Heritage Center

Visiting Shelby American Heritage Center

As some of you will have spotted in our photo gallery Liam and I recently visited the HQ of Shelby American Inc. in Las Vegas, Nevada (we were very tempted to try our luck on the roulette wheels to finance a new Mustang!)

Story of the Shelby Super Snake

Story of the Shelby Super Snake

In 2019, the 1967 GT500 Shelby Super Snake made history, and not for the first time. Selling for $2.2M at Mecum’s Kissimmee auction, it became the world’s most expensive Mustang, beating its own record that it had set six years prior, having gone under the hammer in 2013 and fetching $1.3M.

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