Legends make lasting impressions because they achieve greatness. In the case of Carroll Shelby, he reached the pinnacle of motorsports in more than one category. As a driver, he was a winner. Celebrating his pursuit of perfection as a builder and automotive designer begins with appreciating his masterpieces. Consider this 2500-mile Shelby Cobra CSX1000 as a prime example.
You have probably seen many replicas at car shows throughout the years but nothing comes close to the real thing. This particular Shelby Cobra is the real deal. In fact, it is the very last of 13 Cobras completed during a joint venture between Shelby American and AC Cars. It currently has a clean Texas title listing it as a 1965 Shelby Cobra.
Why do the title and the included Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin matter? Because this particular 2500-mile Shelby Cobra CSX1000 is available for sale. Imagine open-air driving in an authentic Shelby Cobra on a beautiful day.
You will feel the road with every shift of the Toploader 4-speed manual transmission. The wind will be whipping around while giving your ears unfiltered access to the sweet music coming from the big-block, 427 cubic-inch V8 engine. Listen to it bite, that’s a Cobra.
All the other elements that make Shelby Cobras iconic are here from the hand-formed aluminum bodywork to the badass side pipes. The black interior upholstery is a sharp combination with the Guardsman Blue exterior. With only 2,500 miles on the odometer, this Shelby Cobra is as pristine as it gets.
Four wheel ventilated disc brakes give you plenty of stopping power. The only question remaining is, what’s stopping you from placing a bid? You will experience the kind of sting that’s difficult to overcome if you let this snake slither away.
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