1965 Shelby CSX6000

Make

Shelby

Model

CSX6000

Year

1965

Listed price

$184,995

Location

Saint Charles, Missouri

Transmission

5 Speed (Tremec)

Mileage

668 miles

The Shelby Cobra, a car born from Carroll Shelby's audacious vision to put an American V8 into a British AC Ace chassis, remains one of the most iconic and sought-after performance machines ever created. The 427 Cobra, in particular, is the stuff of legend. Introduced in 1965, it was a brutal evolution of the earlier 289, designed to dominate on the track and scare challengers into submission. With its wider fenders, massive tires, and the formidable 427 cubic inch "side-oiler" Ford V8, it was a force of nature, capable of 0-60 mph in under four seconds and a top speed exceeding 160 mph – blistering figures for its era. Only a few hundred original 427 S/C (Semi-Competition) models were ever built, cementing their status as automotive royalty. This particular 1965 Shelby CSX embodies the spirit of those original fire-breathing roadsters. It features the legendary 427 C.I. Side Oiler V8, a powerhouse engine renowned for its robust construction and immense torque. Mated to a modern 5-speed Tremec transmission, this CSX offers a thrilling driving experience, allowing the driver to fully exploit the engine's prodigious output. Showing a mere 668 miles on the odometer, this roadster presents in exceptional condition, ready to deliver raw, unadulterated excitement. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a legendary piece of American performance history, meticulously crafted to evoke the golden age of sports car racing.