1998–2005 Shelby Series 1

The Shelby Series 1 is a high-performance sports car produced by the American automaker, Shelby American. It was the first car designed and built entirely by Shelby American, and it was also the company's first ground-up production car.

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The Series 1 was introduced in 1998 and remained in production until 2005. The Shelby Series 1 was powered by an Oldsmobile Aurora V8 engine, which was modified by Shelby American to produce 320 horsepower and 290 lb-ft of torque. The engine was mated to a six-speed manual transmission, which sent power to the rear wheels. The Series 1 had a top speed of 170 miles per hour and could accelerate from 0 to 60 miles per hour in just 4.4 seconds.

The body was made of carbon fiber and featured a number of aerodynamic elements, including a large front splitter and a rear diffuser. The Series 1 also had a distinctive front grille, which was inspired by the original Shelby Cobra.

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Production of the Shelby Series 1 was limited to just 249 units. Each car was hand-built at Shelby American's factory in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Overall, the Shelby Series 1 was a significant achievement for Shelby American, as it demonstrated the company's ability to design and build a high-performance sports car from the ground up. Its combination of speed, handling, and exclusivity make it a highly sought-after collector car today. #cars #carstr #carchain #carporn #grownostr