What Classic Recreations does

Classic Recreations is a privately held luxury coachbuilder that hand-crafts officially licensed Shelby continuation vehicles from a 135,000-square-foot vertically integrated manufacturing facility in Cantonment (Pensacola), Florida. The company produces five core models—the 1967-68 Shelby GT500CR (steel and carbon fiber variants), the 1969 Hitman Mach 1 restomod, the 1969 Boss 429, and the Shelby Cobra (including a 900-hp Diamond Edition)—each requiring over 2,500 hours of build time. Technology centers on aerospace-grade carbon fiber body construction (the company produces the world's first and only carbon fiber Shelby GT500), modern Ford Performance Gen IV Coyote 5.0L V8 drivetrains, Detroit Speed suspension, and Wilwood braking systems, with all welding, fabrication, and assembly performed in-house.

The business model is direct-to-collector, quote-based sales with no dealer network. Transactions are six- to seven-figure custom builds, with publicly disclosed starting prices such as $449,000+ for the Hitman and premium pricing for the carbon fiber GT500CR and Diamond Edition Cobra. Customers are horizontal segments of ultra-high-net-worth collectors (treating vehicles as investment-grade assets), performance enthusiasts (regular drivers), and concours/show participants, reached through the company website, phone (469-833-9600), email ([email protected]), web forms, PR-driven media coverage, and automotive events. A secondary consignment channel monetizes completed builds resold through the brand.

Classic Recreations is one of a small number of Authorized Shelby Licensees, meaning every vehicle carries a genuine Shelby serial number and is enrolled in the official Shelby Registry. As of 2026, the company operates as a subsidiary of Velocity Restorations under a "Powered by Velocity" co-brand, drawing on the parent's vertically integrated production processes, engineering rigor, and a cumulative 1,000+ builds across the Velocity family of brands. Jeff Stone serves as Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer, with Tom Maxwell also serving as Chief Revenue Officer for the combined entity.

Name

Classic Recreations

Legal name

Classic Recreations

Website

https://classic-recreations.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Classic Recreations is a luxury coachbuilder producing officially licensed Shelby continuation vehicles—including the world's first carbon fiber Shelby GT500—for ultra-high-net-worth collectors and enthusiasts, with each 2,500+ hour build sold direct at six-to-seven figure prices.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Custom automotive manufacturing

NAICS

Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing (336211), Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing (3363)

SIC

Motor Vehicles & Passenger Car Bodies (3711), Motor Vehicle Parts & Accessories (3714)

akta.pro primary industry

Automotive Exterior Body Panels & Closures Manufacturing (Bumpers/Fenders/Hoods/Doors/Tailgates) (IMACAKAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Aftermarket Exterior Accessories Manufacturing (Body Kits/Grilles/Bumpers/Racks/Tow Hooks) (IMACANAI), Aftermarket Drivetrain & Powertrain Components Manufacturing (Clutches/CV Axles/Alternators/Starters) (IMACANAD)

Keywords

• Custom automotive manufacturing
• Shelby continuation vehicles
• Licensed restomod builds
• Carbon fiber car bodies
• Classic car restorations

Headquarters

HQ city

Flower Mound

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Custom High-End Vehicle Sales: One-time sale of bespoke, hand-crafted Shelby continuation vehicles. Each build takes over 2,500 hours and represents a six-to-seven figure transaction. Customers select from defined models (GT500, GT500CR Carbon, Hitman, Boss 429, Shelby Cobra) with customization options.
2. Consignment Services: Classic Recreations accepts vehicles on consignment, offering their craftsmanship and market access to sellers of classic Shelby vehicles.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Classic Recreations manufactures and sells hand-built, officially licensed Shelby continuation vehicles — including the 1967-68 GT500, the GT500CR Carbon, the 1969 Hitman, the 1969 Boss 429, and the Shelby Cobra — at a 135,000-square-foot vertically integrated production facility, with each build exceeding 2,500 hours of craftsmanship and integrating modern Ford Performance drivetrains and aerospace-grade carbon fiber bodywork. The company also offers consignment sales of completed vehicles.

Product overview

Classic Recreations is a luxury classic car builder specializing in officially licensed Shelby continuation vehicles. The company produces five core vehicle models: the Shelby GT500CR (available in steel and carbon fiber variants), the 1969 Hitman (inspired by the John Wick film aesthetic), the 1969 Boss 429, and the Shelby Cobra. Each vehicle is hand-built at their 135,000-square-foot facility in Pensacola, Florida, with builds taking over 2,500 hours to complete. The company operates as part of Velocity Restorations and maintains official Shelby licensing authorization, with each vehicle receiving a genuine Shelby serial number and official registry inclusion.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 1967-68 Shelby GT500CR Officially licensed Shelby continuation vehicle based on the 1967-68 Mustang Fastback, integrating a modern Ford Performance powerplant and chassis engineering while preserving the iconic Shelby design heritage. Targeted at high-net-worth collectors and Shelby enthusiasts.
• 1967-68 Shelby GT500CR Carbon Premium tier continuation vehicle wrapping the 1967-68 Shelby GT500 in aerospace-grade carbon fiber body panels for lighter weight, increased structural rigidity, and rust-free durability. Targeted at ultra-high-net-worth collectors seeking an exclusive Shelby variant.
• 1969 Hitman Mustang Modern performance interpretation of the 1969 Mach 1 styled for the John Wick film franchise, combining movie-inspired styling with modern engineering and officially licensed continuation credibility. Targeted at collectors wanting a themed high-performance build.
• 1969 Boss 429 Continuation vehicle built around the 1969 Boss 429 NASCAR-homologated Mustang, hand-assembled to recapture one of the rarest and most valuable factory Mustangs. Targeted at collectors of limited-production Boss-era Mustangs.
• Shelby Cobra Continuation of the legendary Shelby Cobra sports car originally developed by Carroll Shelby, pairing a British AC Ace body style with American V8 power. Targeted at high-net-worth collectors and Shelby enthusiasts seeking the pinnacle of 1960s American performance.
• 900-hp Diamond Edition Shelby Cobra Limited edition Shelby Cobra build from Classic Recreations producing 900 horsepower, representing the highest-output variant in the company's Cobra lineup and a flagship offering for ultra-high-net-worth collectors.
• Vehicles for Sale (Consignment) Consignment sales service through which Classic Recreations accepts owners' completed vehicles for resale, leveraging its craftsmanship reputation and network of collector customers to market pre-owned continuation vehicles.

Quantifiable outcome

• Each build takes over 2,500 hours of hand-crafted work
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Velocity RestorationscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 7 January 2026Classic Recreations was acquired by Velocity Restorations, the nation's leading builder of Re-Engineered Classics. Velocity provides industry-leading build processes, engineering rigor, vertically integrated assembly, and long-term customer support. The acquisition strengthens Classic Recreations' capabilities while preserving the brand's Shelby licensing and carbon fiber expertise.
• Shelby AmericancoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerClassic Recreations is an Authorized Shelby Licensee, one of few coachbuilders in the world authorized by Carroll Shelby Licensing to produce continuation Shelbys. Every vehicle carries a genuine Shelby serial number and is entered into the official Shelby Registry.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Ringbrothers: Custom American muscle car and restomod builder known for award-winning builds and SEMA unveilings. Overlaps with Classic Recreations in vintage Mustang/Ford performance coachbuilding and premium enthusiast audiences.
• East Coast Defender: Specializes in fully restored and modified Land Rover Defenders with modern drivetrains and luxury appointments. Direct comparable in coachbuilt restomod model with custom commissions in the high-five to low-six figure range.
• Singer Vehicle Design: Pioneer of the luxury automotive restomod category (Porsche 911). Operates an analogous ultra-premium, low-volume, fully bespoke coachbuilt model with high six-figure per-unit pricing and a collector/enthusiast target customer.
• Emory Motorsports: Boutique Porsche 356-based restomod builder based in California, producing small batches of highly customized vehicles with premium pricing and considerable brand cachet among collectors. Strong analogous craft and scarcity model.
• Shelby American: Original Shelby manufacturer and the licensor of Classic Recreations. Sells continuation Shelby Cobras, GT500s, and trucks under the official Shelby American brand, with significant product and customer overlap in the licensed continuation segment.
• Revology Cars: Ford-licensed manufacturer of officially recognized continuation replicas of 1960s Mustangs and Broncos. Closest direct analogue in business model: licensed OEM continuation vehicles with modern drivetrains and VIN documentation aimed at collectors.
• ICON 4x4 (Bronco/Restomod Builds): Restomod builder of vintage Ford Broncos and classic 4x4s, emphasizing modern chassis engineering and bespoke craftsmanship. Comparable customer base of affluent enthusiasts with high custom-spec commissions and documented builds.
• Velocity Restorations: Parent company of Classic Recreations and the nation's leading builder of re-engineered classics. Operates the same coachbuilt, premium restomod model with 1,000+ completed builds across its family of brands, providing directly comparable manufacturing processes and customer overlap.

Emerging players

• Radford (Radford Motors): Luxury coachbuild/restomod brand relaunched in 2021, focusing on limited-edition commissioned vehicles with celebrity and HNW positioning. Highly analogous ultra-boutique premium business model in the same collector space as Classic Recreations.
• Kahn Design: British bespoke coachbuilder and restyler of Land Rover Defenders and other utility/performance vehicles. Comparable low-volume, high-customization, premium pricing model, though operating primarily in the UK/European market.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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