Bilenthusiaster verden over, sørger over tabet af en sand legende.

Caroll Shelby, manden som gav verden den berømte AC Cobra, er død I en alder af 89 år.

Shelbys virksomhed, Caroll Shelby International, offentliggjorde i fredags, at bilikonet var død på et hospital i Dallas om torsdagen.

Edsel Ford II, medlem af bestyrelsen ved Ford og Henry Fords oldebarn sagde:

“Today, we have lost a legend in Ford Motor Company’s history, and my family and I have lost a dear friend.

“Whether helping Ford dominate the 1960s racing scene or building some of the most famous Mustangs, his enthusiasm and passion for great automobiles over six decades has truly inspired everyone who worked with him. He was a great innovator whose legend at Ford never will be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.”

Hvil I fred, Caroll – og tak for V8 lyden.