The Shelby American (Fall 2021)

“In early 2011 my husband ac- cepted a job transfer to Texas.We were unable to bring the car with us right away, but were fortunate to have great friends like Norm Jackson, owner of Jackson Auto, who was able to install the rebuilt 302 4-bbl engine, C4 auto transmission and exhaust in our ab- sence. My GT/CS and I were reunited shortly thereafter, in Texas, in May of 2011 and we’ve been enjoying ‘her’ ever since. Judging by the number of trophies we’ve accumulated at local car shows, I’d say others agree that we have a very special Mustang .” Denise chose an attractive gray color for the exterior paint, a deviation from the original shade of red, and got rave reviews from passersby. Driving around Lockhart, the sound emitting from the exhaust was great, and the acceleration and handling matched what you hoped it would. The passen- ger had just as big a grin as the driver. Denise Tillman’s love of her ‘Texas- California Special’ Mustang is derived from almost 50 years of memories, good ones. Just don’t bother asking if it’s ok to eat BBQ in her ‘Cali Special’. The SHELBY AMERICAN Fall 2021 90