1965 Shelby Cobra Roadster

Make

Shelby

Model

Cobra Roadster

Year

1965

Listed price

$109,900

Location

Clearwater, Florida

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

2,888 miles

The Shelby Cobra, a car born from Carroll Shelby's audacious vision to shoehorn American V8 power into a lithe British roadster, became an instant legend. From its debut in the early 1960s, the Cobra dominated racetracks and captured the hearts of enthusiasts with its raw power and unmistakable presence. The 427 Cobra, in particular, is an icon of American performance, its muscular curves and earth-shattering acceleration etching its place in automotive history. With original examples now commanding multi-million-dollar sums, high-quality replicas have emerged as the best way for enthusiasts to experience the Cobra's magic. This particular 1965 Backdraft Racing RT4 Cobra replica embodies that spirit, bringing modern performance and reliability to the classic form. Showing a mere 2,888 miles on the odometer, this stunning example is finished in a vibrant Monterey Red complemented by pearl white rally stripes, a scooped hood, and LED headlights. Underneath its menacing exterior lies a Gen 2 Ford Coyote 5.0L V8, factory rated at 430 horsepower, breathing through a carbon fiber cold air intake and exhaling via ceramic-coated headers and stainless steel side-pipe exhaust. Power is channeled to the rear wheels through a Tremec 5-speed manual transmission, while BMW-sourced suspension with an independent rear end, rack and pinion power steering, and four-wheel power disc brakes ensure a thoroughly modern driving experience. The cabin is equally impressive, featuring luxurious tan diamond-stitched leather bucket seats, racing harness-style seatbelts, Backdraft gauges, and a push-button start, all riding on 18-inch Halibrand-style wheels wrapped in Nitto NT555 G2 tires. This Cobra offers the visceral thrill of a legend, enhanced with contemporary engineering and comfort.