Michael Satterfield
TGR Staff
Classic Recreations, builders of officially-licensed Shelby continuation cars has released the world’s first carbon-fiber bodied Shelby GT500CR. Producing the lightest version of the iconic 60s muscle car thanks to the carbon fiber gurus over at Speedkore Performance Group.
Our Carbon Fiber Shelby moved from concept to completion in an unbelievable nine months, all during a global pandemic, this first car in the production series demonstrates our ability to engineer and handcraft amazing cars by collaborating with key partners like SpeedKore. The muscle car is a breathtaking 600 pounds lighter than stock and has a power-to-weight ratio on par with most exotic vehicles.
Jason Engel, founder, and co-owner at Classic Recreations.
The carbon fiber body saves 600 lbs when compared to a standard GT500CR and is an option on the GT500CR 900C, 900S, and 545 models. In addition to the optional carbon fiber body, a special “Carbon Edition” which features exclusive badging, designated Shelby serial numbers and includes a special delivery experience at Shelby American’s facility in Las Vegas is also available. For every Carbon Edition vehicle sold Classic Recreations makes a donation to the Carroll Shelby Foundation in the buyer’s names.
Powered by a 2 supercharged Ford 5.2L Aluminator Gen 3 Coyote engine with stainless steel headers, the transmission is a Ford 10R80 10-speed automatic with paddle shifters. The carbon fiber GT500CR production edition has an adjustable Detroit Speed suspension, JRI Coilover shocks, quadralink rear suspension, high-performance Wilwood brakes, roll bar, and rack and pinion steering. The car rolls on 3-piece Forgeline wheels wrapped in BFGoodrich Rivals, 275/35/18 front, and 335/30/18 rear.
Inside, an Alcantara headliner, Kicker audio system, Kenwood media center and navigation, ProCar leather seats, and Shelby 200 MPH custom red gauges. Painted with Glasurit (BASF), Candy Red stripes, and then clear coated, the vehicle is available in a number of color combinations or solely as exposed carbon weave.
Pricing for the standard GT500CR with a complete carbon fiber body starts at $265,000 and is available with several drivetrain and customization options. The limited-release Carbon Edition Shelby GT500CR package begins at $298,000, with customization and upgrades available based on the customer’s preferences in addition to the special delivery experience.
