Carroll Shelby left an indelible image as a legend in the automotive world.
The renowned driver, designer and entrepreneur — who would have turned 100 years old on Jan. 11 — also had an enormous impact in the collectibles universe. From model cars, print ads and lots more, we wanted to honor a century of Carroll Shelby with a look at the collectibles dedicated to the man who co-won the 1959 24 Hours of Le Mans and designed the iconic AC Cobra and Ford Mustang.
Check out some of our favorite Carroll Shelby inspired collectibles. We included hobbyDB estimated values where applicable. What are your favorites? Tell us in the comments below.
Carroll Shelby on hobbyDB
Carroll Shelby – GMP
1964-1968 California License Plate
Carroll Shelby for President – American Shelby Collection
Model Cars
Ford GT40 Mk1 Road Car – GMP ($900)
1964 Shelby Cobra – GMP ($420)
1965 Ford GT40 Mk1 – Auto World ($75)
Shelby Cobra 427 S/C – Hot Wheels Mainline
1953 Ferrari 340 Mexico Offutt (Shelby/McAfee) – Art Model
Carroll Shelby Cobra – Hot Wheels
1965 Ford Econoline Van – M2 Machines
Ford Mustang – Lego ($150)
Books
Shelby’s Wildlife
Shelby Cars in Detail ($150)
Shelby Cobra Press Release (1963)
Model Car Kits
1967 Shelby GT 350 – AMT
Ford GT Race – Lindberg Products
1965 Powered By Ford World Champion Pin
5th Anniversary – On the Grid at the 1967 24 Hours of Le Mans
11th Anniversary Cars from the Shelby American Collection
Free! Race Patches!
Slot Cars
AC Cobra – Tyco Pro
Shelby King Cobra – Monogram Models
Carroll Shelby Pit Stop Deodorant – Shelby
Diecast Hall of Fame Award – Model Car Hall of Fame
Chris Wench I am surprised that no mention was made about Shelby Collectibles as a diecast line. Shelby Collectibles diecast was and still is basically run through the current base in Las Vegas. My collection is representative of the various offerings by various retailers. Even companies like Restoration Hardware (basically home goods) had Shelby Collectibles production runs for their store under their label. !/64 scale production of Shelby Collectibles was begun/enhanced when Amy Boylan became Vice President of Shelby American after leaving Mattel. A Boylan was the internet guru that originated the Red Line club for Mattel. Watch for coming listings of Shelby Collectibles from the hobbydb site thebkallandstore.
Bud
I was thinking the same thing. I don’t have many, but they are some of my favorite 1/64 scale cars. They have separate pieces for headlights and taillights. Two toned interior, great detail in the dash, often with different color steering wheels. Many have metal bases and all of mine have rubber tires. Of course they only produce cars that carry the Shelby nameplate, including the Dodge Daytona Shelby from 1984 to 1993.
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