-TEAMSPEED.com present's: Conversations with Jerod Shelby of Shelbysupercars-

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Apr 6, 2011 | 09:12 PM

#31

ljg

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Thanks...your story seems pretty amazing.

How do you recommend others go about following their dream? What were some of the major hurdles you had to overcome?

Apr 6, 2011 | 09:12 PM

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atomic80

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Quote:

Originally Posted by SSCJunus

Haha, of course, but only if you come to the east side of the state.

Count on it, Junus. We'll talk about it offline.. Carry on guys.

Apr 6, 2011 | 09:13 PM

#33

SSC

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Originally Posted by atomic80

Thanks, I figured it'd be at least a few years away. Sounds like the developmental time is shorter this time around.

I'm assuming you guys would be using their newest Super Sport tires or are they making a special set for you guys like they've historically done for others in the past?

A derivative of the tire, we used the Super Sport during our photoshoot with Top Gear but of course our top speed capabilities warrant another level of consideration.

Apr 6, 2011 | 09:13 PM

#34

canyouheminow83

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When the new model is completed will you guys attempt to break the new speed record.

Apr 6, 2011 | 09:14 PM

#35

silversurfer

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Originally Posted by mattjs33

With the improved aero and increased output of the 2009-up cars, would it have been feasible to top 267, given an appropriate site?

"given an appropriate site" is MUCH easier said than done.

Last edited by silversurfer; Apr 6, 2011 at 09:15 PM.

Apr 6, 2011 | 09:14 PM

#36

SSCJerod

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Chris75

Jerod, kudos for having the balls to take on the likes of Bugatti, Koenigsegg, and Pagani from the good old USA!

I am a huge fan and have followed the progress from the first Ultimate Aero. My question is one of design, how did you link up with Jason Castriota who did such an incredible jon on the new car, and did you know right away you wanted to work with him or did you look at any other famous automotive designers?

Thanks! The support from the automotive community has been great. We knew that the first focus for the new project was to come up with a unique and appealing design. In late 2009 we decided to attach a well known designer and one that was American to the project. We looked at several design houses and decided on Jason. I am very happy with what we have come up with during this design relationship.

Apr 6, 2011 | 09:15 PM

#37

atomic80

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Right now it has come down to Bugatti vs Koenigsegg vs SSC. Competition to me, has always fostered growth as we see one trying to outdo the other. The mere fact that SSC has managed to get a company like Bugatti to not only notice but respond was impressive in itself. Do you envision this trend continuing for the near foreseenable future as a result? What are your thoughts on Bugatti and Koenigsegg?