1966 Ford Cobra Cobra

Make

Ford

Model

Cobra Cobra

Year

1966

Listed price

$99,589

Location

Akron, Ohio

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

1 miles

The Shelby Cobra is more than just a car; it's an icon born from Carroll Shelby’s audacious vision to challenge Ferrari's dominance on the world stage. Starting with an AC Ace chassis, Shelby shoehorned Ford's potent V8 engines into a lightweight British roadster, creating a machine that was brutally fast and utterly captivating. The 289-powered Cobras cemented their legend on racetracks globally, but it was the later 427-powered cars that truly became the stuff of legend. However, the lesser-known but equally significant "Daytona Coupe" body, designed by Pete Brock, was born purely for aerodynamic advantage at high-speed tracks like Le Mans, securing America's first World Sportscar Championship in 1965. This particular 1966 Ford Cobra tribute faithfully captures the spirit of those legendary machines, offering the visceral driving experience without the multi-million dollar price tag of an original. Showing a mere 1 mile on the odometer, this "Cobra Cobra" is essentially a brand-new build, ready for its next custodian to break it in. Under the hood lies a Ford 302 V8, a classic choice renowned for its robust performance and unmistakable American V8 rumble, paired with a precise manual transmission for an engaging driving experience. This is an opportunity to acquire a pristine, road-ready interpretation of an American motorsports legend.