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Thread: Auto legend Carroll Shelby dead at 89

  1. 05-11-12, 03:09 PM #1
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    Default Auto legend Carroll Shelby dead at 89

    According to Automotive News:

    Auto legend Carroll Shelby died last night at Baylor Hospital in Dallas at the age of 89. The cause of death wasn't disclosed.
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    Shelby was hospitalized for pneumonia recently, according to this article.

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    Bummer, He had a long colorful life - What a great man! Cheers to you Mr. Shelby

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    May he rest in peace.
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    Sad news to hear of his passing. Prayers to his family.


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    "....I can look back with satisfaction over a life well spent......" That is something we should all try to strive for.....RIP.
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