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Shelby American Collection: A Racing Legacy

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Experience the legacy of Carroll Shelby and American auto racing at the Shelby American Collection in Boulder, Colorado.

The Shelby American Collection in Boulder, Colorado, celebrates the rich heritage of Carroll Shelby and the Shelby American Team. See some of the most famous Cobras, Mustangs, and Ford GT40s that revolutionized auto racing in the 1960s, along with memorabilia and tributes to racing legends.

A brief summary to Shelby American Collection

  • Saturday 10 am-4 pm

Local tips

  • The museum is only open on Saturdays, so plan your visit accordingly.
  • Check the museum's website for information on special events or featured cars on display.
  • Consider arriving early, as the museum can get busy, especially on weekends.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From downtown Boulder, head to the Boulder Transit Center at 14th St & Walnut St. Take the 'SKIP' bus towards Gunbarrel for about 20 minutes. Get off at 'Gunbarrel - 63rd St & Spine Rd'. Walk north on 63rd St for about 0.4 miles to Chaparral Ct, then turn right. The Shelby American Collection is at 5020 Chaparral Ct on your left. A single bus fare is $3.00.

  • Taxi/Ride-share

    From downtown Boulder, a taxi or ride-share to the Shelby American Collection will cost approximately $20-$30, depending on traffic and surge pricing. The trip is about 6 miles and takes around 15-20 minutes.

  • Driving

    From Boulder, drive north on 30th St, then turn right onto Gunbarrel Ave. Turn right onto 63rd St and follow it north until you reach Chaparral Ct. Turn right onto Chaparral Ct, the Shelby American Collection will be on your left at 5020 Chaparral Ct. Parking is available at the museum.

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The Shelby American Collection, located in Boulder, Colorado, is a museum dedicated to preserving the legacy of Carroll Shelby and the Shelby American Team. Founded in 1996 by local Shelby enthusiasts, the collection showcases an impressive array of Cobras, Shelby Mustangs, and Ford GT40s that defined American auto racing in the 1960s. The museum displays some of the most historically significant Shelby American cars ever built, made possible by the generosity of Shelby owners and collectors. Visitors can explore the evolution of these iconic vehicles, from Shelby's British AC predecessor and the 289 and 427 Cobras to the Daytona and Willment Coupes, Ford GT, and GT350 Shelby Mustangs. In addition to the cars, the museum features an extensive collection of race records, period photographs, memorabilia, and tributes to the pioneer drivers and visionaries of the era, including Carroll Shelby, Ken Miles, Dan Gurney, and others. The Shelby American Collection is a volunteer-run, non-profit organization. It operates out of an unassuming 10,000-square-foot building in Gunbarrel, near Boulder. The museum is open to the public on Saturdays from 10 am to 4 pm.

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