1965 Shelby Cobra

Make

Shelby

Model

Cobra

Year

1965

Listed price

$235,000

Location

Windsor

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

0 miles

The legend of the Shelby Cobra began in the early 1960s when Carroll Shelby, a Texas-born racing driver, envisioned stuffing an American V8 into a lightweight British AC Ace roadster. The result was an automotive icon, a brute force machine that dominated racetracks and captured the hearts of enthusiasts worldwide. While the original 289 Cobras were potent, Shelby escalated the arms race with the arrival of the 427 Cobra in 1965, a wider, more muscular beast designed to house Ford's monstrous big-block engine. These cars, known for their blistering acceleration and raw driving experience, became instant legends, with only a few hundred ever built in period. This CSX6000 Series Cobra is a direct descendant of that lineage, a continuation model officially licensed by Shelby American that picks up where the original production left off. Representing the big-block era, this particular example is a "new" car with a mere 0 miles on the odometer, awaiting its first owner to imbue it with character and history. While the engine choice is left to the buyer's discretion, the chassis is fully prepared for serious power, featuring an automatic transmission for ease of use and a modern independent rear suspension for improved handling dynamics over the original leaf-spring setup. The exterior is finished in a striking black, complemented by stainless steel Shelby knock-off wheels, while the interior boasts black leather low-back bucket seats, ready to embrace its pilot for countless exhilarating drives. This is a unique opportunity to acquire a brand-new iteration of one of the most iconic American sports cars ever conceived.