Gateway Bronco has introduced the Shelby Sport SUV based on the company’s retro-inspired LUXE-GT Edition Bronco. Limited to only 10 SUVs per year, the Shelby Sport SUV is officially licensed by Carroll Shelby Licensing and will feature classic body styling with modern chassis, drivetrain and braking systems, and receive a unique Gateway Bronco serial number, placing it in the Shelby Registry.
“Launching the Shelby Sport SUV is the fulfillment of a lifelong dream,” said Gateway Bronco CEO Seth Burgett. “I vintage race an authentic Shelby GT350 and also own the first Ford Bronco, which was owned by Carroll Shelby. It was a thrill to have the Shelby team provide input on an SUV worthy of the legendary name.”
The Shelby Sport SUV base is a new steel body that rests on a modern chassis. The new, modern chassis is over 110 percent stiffer than the original Bronco, teamed with an independent suspension and anti-lock brakes. Stopping distance is equally impressive, with 60 mph-0 in only 148 feet. Each Shelby is painted with a Glasurit Piano Finish by BASF and is available in exposed carbon fiber with Highland green hue showing the craftsmanship of exposed carbon weave split down the middle of the vehicle.
“Shelby has been at the forefront of performance since Carroll founded this company in 1962,” said M. Neil Cummings, CEO of Carroll Shelby Licensing and Co-CEO of Carroll Shelby International. “From on and off-road vehicles to parts and merchandise, the Shelby name is respected worldwide. Enthusiasts have been asking for a Shelby SUV for decades, and we’re excited to finally fulfill that demand.”
Inside, the SUV is performance focused, yet luxurious. The interior is covered with soft, supple leather and modern carbon fiber. RECARO seats, a vintage Shelby GT350 steering wheel and contemporary gauges maintain the purposeful styling.
“My grandfather, Carroll Shelby loved going fast whenever possible, including off-road,” said Aaron Shelby, board member of Carroll Shelby International. “He and his team experimented with trucks and SUVs over the years, installing powerful motors, enhancing suspensions and wringing out every ounce of performance. I’m confident he would’ve wanted one of these Shelby Sport SUVs in his personal garage.”
Options for the limited-edition Bronco based Shelby include a carbon fiber body, traction control and the same 5.2L “Predator” V8 in the last generation Shelby GT500.
“Throughout our Shelby GT500KR program, we were inundated with requests for a Shelby SUV that is equally capable,” said Gary Patterson, president of Shelby American. “Many of the materials and speed gear engineered for our Shelby edition Mustangs can be found on the Resto-Mod Shelby Sport SUV.”
Each Shelby Sport SUV will be built in Gateway Bronco’s 60,000 square foot manufacturing center in Hamel, Illinois. The facility is vertically integrated from metal fabrication to paint and final assembly. The special VIN and information for each Shelby Sport SUV will be submitted to the official Shelby Registry for documentation. Pricing for the Shelby SUV will start at $315,000 with optional carbon fiber body and 5.2L Predator V8 engine with 760 supercharged horsepower.
Built on an entirely new chassis, the Shelby features:
- Full-time All-Wheel Drive
- Anti-Lock Brakes
- Electronic Stability Control
- Electronic Traction Control
- Independent Front Suspension (IFS)
- Rack and Pinion Electric Steering
- Generation 4, Coyote 5.0L or optional 5.2L Predator V8
- 10-Speed Automatic or 5-speed manual transmission
- Sport Tuned Suspension for Maximum On Road Driving Enjoyment
- Capable Off-Road Performance, Proven in the Australian Outback
- 18-inch Sport Wheels with BF Goodrich K02 Tires
- 4-Point or 6-Point Roll Bars
- Focal Utopia Studio Sound System
- CarPlay Screen with Bluetooth
- Rear Backup Camera
- Optional Houndstooth inserts
- Optional RECARO seats
- Shelby GT350 steering wheel
- Premium Billet Accessories
- Patent Pending Soft Close Doors
- Patent Pending Soft Close Tailgate
