Team Shelby to Offer Exclusive Barrett-Jackson Experience During 45th Anniversary Auction in Scottsdale

Team Shelby, the official car club of Shelby enthusiasts worldwide, will offer its members an exclusive VIP experience during the 45^th Anniversary Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction from Thurs., Jan. 28, through Sat., Jan. 30, 2016. Organized by Team Shelby and Barrett-Jackson, the exclusive Team Shelby Auction Experience will feature VIP parking in a Team Shelby Car Corral, guided tour with Barrett-Jackson executives, a VIP luncheon, a new vehicle presentation by Shelby American and an invitation-only Shelby enthusiast event featuring Shelby racing legends.

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“Team Shelby membership has many special, exclusive privileges,” said Tracey Smith, Team Shelby National Director. “We continue to find new ways to add value to membership, which is why we’re excited to team with Barrett-Jackson on this Team Shelby Auction Experience. This will give members a rare behind-the-scenes look at the world’s greatest collector car auction, as well as VIP access to Shelby American racing legends and executives. This will be a very special and exclusive weekend.”

In addition to a behind-the-scenes look at the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction, VIP guests will also be treated to an exclusive luncheon on Fri., Jan. 29, that will be co-hosted by Team Shelby and Reliable Carriers, the nation’s largest and most trusted fully enclosed specialized automotive carrier service.

“We are pleased to be a part of the Team Shelby Experience event in Scottsdale,” said Bob Sellers, COO of Reliable Carriers. “We’re looking forward to meeting Team Shelby guests and helping Shelby American unveil several new cars. This event fits our company brand and represents who our customers are.”

As part of their Team Shelby Auction Experience, members will receive a three-day pass to the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction, an official auction catalog and VIP access to a Barrett-Jackson lounge.

“Everyone at Barrett-Jackson loved Carroll Shelby and he was an important part of our annual Scottsdale event,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “From the record-breaking Shelby Super Snake sale to honoring his 80^th and 85^th birthdays at our gala, Carroll is a big part of our history. It’s appropriate that we host a special opportunity for Carroll’s official club members to experience Barrett-Jackson in his honor. I’m sure he’d be excited about the Team Shelby Auction Experience we put together. It’s a rare chance for his fans to experience the adrenaline that only comes at the Barrett-Jackson stage.^”

For more information about the Team Shelby the Barrett-Jackson experience package, visit www.teamshelby.com/forums.

About Team Shelby

Team Shelby was founded in 2008 by Carroll Shelby to give people an opportunity to enjoy their cars through events with fellow enthusiasts. Ownership of a Shelby vehicle is not required, only a passion for the brand and lifestyle. With chapters worldwide, the factory sanctioned club provides benefits including:

• First news on all Shelby products and vehicles
• Exclusive access to “Members Only” areas of the club website (www.teamshelby.com)
• Official Team Shelby Membership Kit
• Invitations to special events
• Monthly discounts on Shelby products

Additional information is available at www.teamshelby.com

About Reliable Carriers

Reliable Carriers is the nation’s largest and most trusted fully enclosed specialized automotive carrier. With more than 55 years of experience Reliable Carriers operates a fleet of 300+ fully enclosed tractor trailers that serves the 48 contiguous United States and parts of Canada. Reliable partners with many international shipping companies and serves as the exclusive transporter for Barrett-Jackson Auction Company. For more information visit http://www.reliablecarriers.com/

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