1965 Shelby Cobra Backdraft New RT4 Black Series 5.0L Coyote

Make

Shelby

Model

Cobra Backdraft New RT4 Black Series 5.0L Coyote

Year

1965

Listed price

$114,002

Location

Carrollton, TX

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

127 miles

The Shelby Cobra, a car born from Carroll Shelby's audacious vision to stuff an American V8 into a lightweight British roadster, became an instant legend. Debuting in 1962, the AC Ace-based Cobra evolved rapidly, culminating in the iconic 427 S/C (Semi-Competition) model, a brutal, wide-hipped machine that dominated racetracks and captured the hearts of enthusiasts worldwide. With only a few hundred original examples ever produced, the Cobra's scarcity fueled a thriving industry of meticulously crafted replicas, allowing a new generation to experience the raw, visceral thrill of Shelby's masterpiece. This particular Backdraft RT4 Black Series, a modern interpretation of the legendary 1965 Shelby Cobra, delivers that unadulterated experience with contemporary reliability and performance. Showing a mere 10 miles on the odometer, this "used" car is effectively brand new, finished in a striking Blaze Orange that perfectly complements its aggressive lines. Under the hood resides the revered 5.0L Coyote V8 engine, a powerplant known for its robust output and a soundtrack that is pure American muscle, all channeled through an engaging manual transmission for a truly connected driving experience. This Backdraft RT4 Black Series offers an exceptional opportunity to own a virtually new, high-performance Cobra replica, ready to thrill its next owner.