Shelby CSX
| Shelby CSX | |
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1988 Shelby CSX-T
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer |
Chrysler Corporation Shelby |
| Also called | Shelby CSX-T Shelby CSX-VNT |
| Production | 1987–1989 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Sport compact |
| Body style | 3-door hatchback 5-door hatchback |
| Layout | Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive |
| Platform | P-body |
| Related |
Dodge Shadow Plymouth Sundance |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 2.2 L Turbo I I4 2.2 L Turbo II I4 2.2 L Turbo IV I4 |
| Transmission | 5-speed A520 manual 5-speed A555 manual |
The Shelby CSX (Carroll Shelby experimental) was a limited-production high performance automobile based on the turbocharged intercooled Dodge Shadow and Plymouth Sundance. These cars were offered by Shelby Automobiles Inc. from 1987 through 1989.
The first Shelby CSX appeared in 1987. Power came from Shelby's intercooled Turbo II 2.2 L I4, with 175 hp (130 kW) and 175 ft·lbf (237 Nm). Performance was good with a 0 to 60 mph (97 km/h) time of 6.8 s.
Shock absorbers and springs were replaced, and Daytona Shelby Z rear discs were added. Once again, Shelby used his own wheels. Outside badging was more restrained than other Shelby offerings. Black was the only color available.
750 1987 CSXes were sold, priced at $13,495. There was no optional equipment.
In 1966, Shelby created a special line of Shelby Mustangs for the Hertz car rental company. Shelby repeated this method in 1988 with the creation of the CSX-T for the Thrifty rental company. The CSX-T was only sold to Thrifty. All 1,001 units produced were white with grey and blue trim.
The CSX-T was mechanically similar to the 1987 CSX, except the non-intercooled Turbo I engine was used. Two variations were made, an intercooled version given to the president of Thrifty and a version with a factory sunroof given to the president's daughter.
The final CSX was 1989's CSX-VNT. This would also be the final Shelby Dodge, and marked two notable technological advances: the introduction of a Garrett variable-nozzle turbo (VNT) and the application of composite wheels. Designed by Shelby and produced by Motor Wheel Corporation, known as "Fiberrides" lighter than contemporary wheels.
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