ST. LOUIS – October 16, 2024 – Gateway Bronco has launched the world’s first Shelby Sport SUV primarily based on the corporate’s retro-inspired LUXE-GT™ Version Bronco. Restricted to solely 10 SUVs per 12 months, the Shelby Sport SUV is formally licensed by Carroll Shelby Licensing and can characteristic a traditional type physique with trendy chassis, drivetrain and braking system, and obtain a novel Gateway Bronco serial quantity, inserting it within the Shelby Registry. Pricing for the traditional Shelby SUV will begin at $315,000 with non-compulsory carbon fiber physique and 5.2L Predator V8 engine with 760 supercharged horsepower.
“Launching the primary Shelby Sport SUV primarily based on a traditional Bronco is the achievement of a lifelong dream,” mentioned Gateway Bronco CEO Seth Burgett. “I classic race an genuine Shelby GT350 and in addition personal the primary Ford Bronco, which was owned by Carroll Shelby. It was a thrill to have the Shelby workforce present enter on an SUV worthy of the legendary title. No different SUV on the planet provides the uncommon mixture of traditional traces, world class driving efficiency and collectability that’s obtainable in Gateway Bronco’s restricted manufacturing Shelby.”
The Shelby Sport SUV is the very best of all worlds, with the styling of a traditional SUV and trendy drivetrain utilizing the newest expertise and security options. The unimaginable efficiency, security, and driving enjoyment of the SUV is main the favored classic Bronco, Blazer, Defender and Scout market with a product that competes with the world’s greatest trendy Sport SUV’s similar to Vary Rover’s Autobiography and AMG’s G-Wagon.
“Shelby has been on the forefront of efficiency since Carroll based this firm in 1962,” mentioned M. Neil Cummings, Esq, CEO of Carroll Shelby Licensing and Co-CEO of Carroll Shelby Worldwide. “From on and off-road autos to elements and merchandise, the Shelby title is revered worldwide. Fanatics have been asking for a Shelby SUV for many years, and we’re excited to lastly fulfill that demand with this primary Shelby Sport SUV by Gateway Bronco.”
The Shelby Sport SUV base is a brand new metal physique that rests on a contemporary chassis with 10 patents pending or granted. Underneath the pores and skin, each facet of the car has a contemporary improve. The brand new, trendy chassis is over 110 % stiffer than the unique Bronco, teamed with an impartial suspension and anti-lock brakes. Stopping distance is equally spectacular, with 60 mph-0 in solely 148 toes. Every Shelby is painted with a Glasurit Piano End by BASF for a wealthy European-style gloss and is on the market in uncovered carbon fiber with Highland inexperienced hue displaying the craftsmanship of uncovered carbon weave cut up down the center of the car. Every car produced is monitor worthy as demonstrated by Romain Grosjean at The Velocity Invitational at Sonoma Raceway.
“My grandfather, Carroll Shelby liked going quick each time potential, together with off-road,” mentioned Aaron Shelby, Board Member of Carroll Shelby Worldwide. “He and his workforce at Shelby experimented with vehicles and SUVs over time, putting in highly effective motors, enhancing suspensions and wringing out each ounce of efficiency. I’m assured he would’ve wished one among these Shelby Sport SUVs in his private storage.”
Whereas a classic Bronco’s styling may be seen on the Shelby, the nostalgic profile conceals the complete story. The physique is structurally strengthened and gives a decrease middle of gravity. The ladder body is 70 % stiffer than fashionable aftermarket substitute frames whereas delivering superior suspension geometry.
Inside, the SUV is efficiency centered, but luxurious. The inside is roofed with smooth, supple leather-based and trendy carbon fiber. RECARO seats, a classic Shelby GT350 steering wheel and up to date gauges keep the purposeful styling.
Choices for the limited-edition Bronco primarily based Shelby embody a carbon fiber physique, traction management and the identical 5.2L “Predator” V8 that was shoehorned into the final technology Shelby GT500. Shelby American provided a “King of the Highway” mannequin Shelby GT500 primarily based on that automobile.
“All through our Shelby GT500KR program, we have been inundated with requests for a Shelby SUV that’s equally succesful,” mentioned Gary Patterson, president of Shelby American. “Most of the supplies and pace gear engineered for our Shelby version Mustangs may be discovered on the Resto-Mod Shelby Sport SUV. It’s a very cool addition to the Shelby lineup that was designed with efficiency because the primary goal.”
Every Shelby Sport SUV can be inbuilt Gateway Bronco’s 60,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art manufacturing middle in Hamel, Illinois. The power is vertically built-in from metallic fabrication to color and closing meeting. The particular VIN and data for every Shelby Sport SUV can be submitted to the official Shelby Registry for documentation. Extra details about the car traces from Gateway Bronco is on the market at gatewaybronco.com.
Shelby Sport SUV Specs
Constructed on a wholly new chassis, the Shelby options:
- Full-time All-Wheel Drive
- Anti-Lock Brakes
- Digital Stability Management
- Digital Traction Management
- Unbiased Entrance Suspension (IFS)
- Rack and Pinion Electrical Steering
- Era 4, Coyote 5.0L or non-compulsory 5.2L Predator V8
- 10-Pace Computerized or 5-speed guide transmission
- Sport Tuned Suspension for Most On Highway Driving Enjoyment
- Succesful Off-Highway Efficiency, Confirmed within the Australian Outback
- All Stainless Exhaust with Ceramic Coating
- Uncovered Carbon Fiber Physique
- Bi-Modal Lively Exhaust Tuned particularly for the Shelby
- Push Button Begin
- 18-inch Sport Wheels with BF Goodrich K02 Tires
- 4-Level or 6-Level Roll Bars
- Focal Utopia Studio Sound System
- CarPlay Display with Bluetooth
- Rear Backup Digicam
- Energy Home windows
- Air Conditioning
- Leather-based inside
- Elective Houndstooth inserts
- Elective RECARO seats
- Shelby GT350 steering wheel
- Premium Billet Equipment
- Patent Pending Smooth Shut Doorways
- Patent Pending Smooth Shut Tailgate
- Patent Pending “Freedom” exhausting high convertible
- Patent Pending Unbiased Suspension
- Patented Powered Convertible Smooth Prime
- Coloration Matched Customized Bimini Prime
- LED Lighting Package deal
- Glasurit “Piano” End
About Carroll Shelby Licensing
Automotive producer and entrepreneur Carroll Shelby is likely one of the most well-known and profitable high-performance visionaries on the planet. He was additionally a pioneer for contemporary automotive licensing applications; starting within the Nineteen Sixties, he started licensing his title and designs for numerous merchandise. He based Carroll Shelby Licensing Inc., which is the unique holder of logos and car design rights for a number of the most well-known muscle vehicles and high-performance autos. CSL additionally holds trademark rights for Shelby-branded attire, equipment and collectibles. For extra details about the corporate or licensing alternatives, name (310) 914-1843, fax (310) 538-8189, write Carroll Shelby Licensing, Inc., 19021 S Figueroa St., Gardena, CA 90248, or go to carrollshelby.com, shelbylicensing.com or carrollshelbyinternational.com.
About Gateway Bronco
Gateway Bronco has established a fame for constructing the very best driving and the most secure classic Broncos on the planet. They’ve been respiratory new life into re-imagined Broncos and traditional F-series vehicles since 2016. Impressed by Henry Ford, the corporate’s meeting line gives over 1,000 particular person high quality and security checks serving as the muse for Gateway Bronco’s industry-leading 3, 5, 7 or perhaps a 10-year “Flying Physician” bumper-to-bumper guarantee on the Shelby line. Every car is supplied with a Ford V8 engine and is engineered to carry out like a contemporary car utilizing proprietary options unique to Gateway Bronco together with anti-lock brakes. For extra data, go to www.gatewaybronco.com and observe on Instagram @GatewayBronco.
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