Reinterpretation of the mid-'60s look ended up being appointed to veteran automotive creator Larry Wood and in-house designer/development driver Vince Laviolette. Shelby American president Amy Boylan knew Wood from her tenure at Mattel, where he made various Hot Wheels models, considering a somewhat little GT350. "Amy called me," smirks Wood, "and inquired of me if I'd like to attempt doing a full-size one this time."