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Carroll Shelby was a renowned American race car designer, driver, and entrepreneur. He is best known for his work in designing and engineering high-performance sports cars, most notably the Shelby Cobra and the Shelby Mustang.
Carroll Shelby passed away on May 10, 2012 at the age of 89 due to complications from pneumonia. He had been battling heart issues for many years and had received a successful heart transplant in 1990.
Carroll Shelby's achievements include winning the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1959, designing and developing the AC Cobra and the Shelby Mustang, and founding Shelby American, a company that produced high-performance vehicles.
Carroll Shelby is widely credited for revolutionizing the American racing and automotive industry. He introduced the concept of combining a lightweight European chassis with a powerful American V8 engine, which became known as the "Shelby American" style.
Carroll Shelby's legacy continues to live on in the automotive world. He is remembered as a pioneer, innovator, and legend in the racing and automotive industry. His designs and contributions continue to inspire and influence generations of car enthusiasts.