Shelby Automobiles and West Coast Customs Team Up to Create Line of Limited-Edition Mustangs
Legendary Performance of Automotive Icon Carroll Shelby Meets New School Design of 'Kingz of Customz' in Ultimate Modified '06 Pony Cars
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 1 -- 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 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 will make its debut in the Ford Pavilion at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas, Nevada 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:
* A new hood design to encase the V8 with a single scoop for air
redirection
* New fender swells and rocker panels
* Specially-designed front bumper, side scoops, rear wing and fenders
* Custom grill inserts with newly-arranged lighting for top and bottom of
bumper
* 22" Shelby/West Coast Customs-branded Lexani wheels with Pirelli rubber
tires
* Race-inspired Shelby/West Coast Customs gas cap
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:
* Custom upholstered interior with embroidered Shelby and West Coast
Customs logo badging all around including the steering wheel and center
console
* One 7" Sony monitor
* One Sony DVD head unit
* Two West Coast Customs Mid Bass units for the doors
* One 6.5" West Coast Customs comp
* One set of 5.25" coaxials
* Three 10" subwoofers for the trunk
* Two West Coast Customs amps
"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."
About Shelby Automobiles, Inc.
Shelby Automobiles Inc. is manufacturing high performance Shelby vehicles under the guidance of the legendary Carroll Shelby and will be involved in prototype manufacturing, design and engineering projects; and plans to increase production and availability of these Shelby products through an expanded dealer network and direct sales under a license agreement with Carroll Shelby Licensing Inc. For more information, call (702) 942-7325 or visit the company's web site at www.shelbyautos.com.
Shelby Automobiles is a division of Carroll Shelby International, Inc. . Carroll Shelby Licensing Inc., also a wholly owned division, founded in 1988, is the exclusive holder of automotive manufacturer and entrepreneur Carroll Shelby's trademarks and vehicle design rights, which include some of the world's most famous muscle cars and high-performance vehicles, including the car that brought home to the U.S. its first and only FIA World Manufacturers Championship in 1965, the famous Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe. It also holds trademark rights for Shelby-branded apparel, accessories and collectibles. For additional information about the company or licensing opportunities, call (310) 914-1843, or fax (310) 914-1853 or write to Carroll Shelby Licensing, Inc., 11150 West Olympic Boulevard, Suite 1050, Los Angeles, CA 90064 or visit www.carrollshelby.com or www.carrollshelbyinternational.com.
About West Coast Customs
In 1994, after borrowing $5,000 from his grandfather, CEO Ryan Friedlinghaus created West Coast Customs, a custom car shop that, like its owner, busts through every boundary in making its own rules. Now a multi-million dollar corporation with the West Coast Customs logo transformed into a world wide brand, Ryan and the guys of West Coast Customs cater to celebrity clients and are known exclusively for creating straight to the core designs and awe-inspiring custom vehicles. West Coast Customs is also known for fitting in with their superstar cliental who are some of the most known actors, rappers, musicians and athletes of today. No matter how far their fame may stretch you can believe that their authenticity and street credibility will never be compromised. For additional information about the company or licensing opportunities, contact Scott Wine at (818) 760-2488,
email scott@westcoastcustoms.com, write to West Coast Customs, Inc., 5301 W. 104 St., Los Angeles, CA 90045 or visit www.westcoastcustoms.com.