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The Last Shelby Cobra

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An insider’s memoir of Carroll Shelby’s final 25 years—told by Chris Theodore, the engineer behind the Ford GT. Packed with never-before-seen stories, rare photos, and behind-the-scenes moments fro...
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  • 27 July 2027
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Discover the Untold Story of a Legend's Final Chapter

Go behind the scenes of the final 25 years of automotive legend Carroll Shelby's remarkable life.
Written by Chris Theodore, the engineering visionary behind the 2005 Ford GT, this insider's memoir offers a rare look at Shelby's final years, his greatest projects, and the friendship they shared.
Inside you'll discover:


  • Never-before-told stories from Shelby's inner circle
  • Previously unpublished photographs
  • Shelby's dramatic return to Ford
  • The creation of the Shelby Cobra Concept "Daisy"
  • The unfinished dream of the Super Snake II


As former Vice President at Ford and Chrysler, Theodore helped develop iconic vehicles including the Dodge Viper, Ford GT, and Shelby Mustang GT500. As one of Shelby's closest friends, he offers a unique firsthand perspective that no other author could.
Updated to include the 2021 auction and transition of "Daisy," this edition celebrates the lasting legacy of the last Shelby Cobra and one of the most influential figures in automotive history.

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Price: $26.99
Pages: 176
Publisher: David & Charles
Imprint: Veloce
Publication Date: 27 July 2027
ISBN: 9781836441748
Format: Paperback
BISACs: TRANSPORTATION / Automotive / General, Memoirs, TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Automotive
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Chris Theodore is a former Engineering VP at Ford and Chrysler, credited as the 'Father of the 2005 Ford GT'. He holds BSME and MSME degrees from the University of Michigan and an MBA from Michigan State. Theodore played pivotal roles in the development of the Dodge Viper, Chrysler Minivan, Plymouth Prowler, and multiple Ford performance vehicles. He shared a close personal and professional bond with Carroll Shelby for over two decades.