1965 Shelby Cobra CSX4948

Make

Shelby

Model

Cobra CSX4948

Year

1965

Listed price

$195,000

Location

Las Vegas, Nevada

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

522 miles

The Shelby Cobra is arguably the most iconic American sports car ever conceived, a brutalist masterpiece born from Carroll Shelby's audacious vision to shoehorn Ford V8 power into a lithe AC Ace roadster. The 427 S/C (Semi-Competition) variant, introduced in 1965, took this concept to its extreme. With its massively flared fenders, wider tires, and a monstrous 427 cubic inch big-block V8, the S/C was essentially a detuned race car barely street legal, designed to dominate both track and street. Only 31 original 427 S/C models were built, making them exceedingly rare and desirable. Recognizing the enduring appeal and demand, Shelby American later launched its Continuation Series, allowing enthusiasts to experience the legend with modern build quality while retaining the original CSX chassis numbering sequence. This particular Shelby Cobra, chassis number CSX4948, is a pristine 1965 427 S/C Continuation model, showing a mere 522 miles on the odometer. What truly elevates this example is its remarkable provenance: it stands as one of the very last cars personally signed by Carroll Shelby himself. His distinctive autograph, a tangible link to the automotive legend, adorns the glovebox door, a testament to his direct involvement and approval of this specific vehicle. The manual transmission ensures an unadulterated, visceral driving experience, connecting the driver directly to the car's formidable power and heritage. This is an extraordinary opportunity to own a piece of automotive history, a Continuation Series Cobra blessed with the personal touch of its creator.