The partnership between Ford and Carroll Shelby is regarded as one of the most important and prominent in the automotive world. This partnership was built around collaborations such as the Shelby Cobra, the Shelby Daytona, and various successful racing programs. The First Generation Shelby Mustang was the mass market's first access to this legendary partnership. Many 1st Gen originals are available on the classic car market, as well as various replicas and recreations. The Ford and Shelby partnership continues to this day, with the Shelby Mustang name revived from the Fifth Generation Mustang and onward, featuring classic model series', as well as new models.