Shelby Prudhomme Prototype Headed For Auction Block

Staff Report

Concept Car To Sell At Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas Collector Car Auction

08-12-09: Barrett-Jackson is gearing up for their second Las Vegas Collector Car Auction in October. So the first of the big Mustang block announcements has come. Carroll Shelby and Don “The Snake” Prudhomme will represent the original concept car for the Prudhomme Edition Super Snake Shelby GT500 Mustang.

“Concept cars and prototypes are sought by collectors because they represent a historical milestone and so few are offered to the public,” said Barrett-Jackson Chairman/CEO Craig Jackson. “Barrett-Jackson has become the premier venue for these types of vehicles. This is the first time that Shelby Autos has sold one of its concept cars at auction and we’re pleased that Carroll and Don plan to be on stage for such an important occasion.”

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Shelby Automobiles announced earlier this year the limited edition Prudhomme Edition Super Snake package for the GT500. The Prudhomme Edition Super Snake is powered by a 5.4-liter, supercharged engine that produces 800 hp on race fuel or 750 hp on 93 octane pump gas. Only 100 total Prudhomme Super Snake post-title packages are being offered by Shelby Autos to current GT500 owners.

The package features:

· Kenne Belle supercharger and modified air intake sticking out of the tilt hood
· Five-point impact safety harness and roll bar
· Borla side exhaust system
· A front and rear adjustable BMR racing suspension and drag tires
· Lower side rockers

According to Shelby Autos president Amy Boylan, “This Shelby is truly special. While most concept cars can’t be driven, this one is street legal and can be enjoyed on the road. That makes it a rare Shelby and concept vehicle.”