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1967 AC 289 ‘Cobra’ Sports MKIII
 
The final right-hand-drive ‘COB’ AC 289 Sports MKIII completed at the Thames Ditton factory
 
 
Delivered new to England in right-hand-drive specification
 
 
One of just 27 original coil-spring 289-powered ‘Cobras’, of which just 17 were finished in right-hand drive
 
 
Finished in its original colours of Guardsman Blue over a black interior
 
 
Fresh from an extensive mechanical service and cosmetic restoration undertaken by The Light Car Company
 
 
The AC 289 Sports MKIII
If ever there was a person who needed convincing of the appeal of the AC Cobra, we’d position them on the outside of Lavant corner at the Goodwood Revival during the RAC TT Celebration race and leave them to watch as the train of competing Cobra 289s squirm and slither round virtually the entire lap on opposite lock. It’s a spectacle which treads the line between majestic and savage – an awe-inspiring recipe of brute force and deft skill.
 
 
As the Texan chicken farmer turned Le Mans winner Carroll Shelby had the foresight to install a powerful American V8 into the lightweight and nimble chassis of the British AC Ace, so one of the all-time great sports cars was born: the Cobra. And it’s not difficult to understand why this Anglo-American creation has captured the imagination of so many millions of people over the decades.
 
 
Thinking about it, the Cobra has everything you want in a sports car. Striking good looks, commanding power, comparatively delicate poise and agility and a hair-raising annoy-the-hell-out-of-your-neighbours exhaust note. What’s more, because of the relatively straightforward underpinnings and the bulletproof nature of Ford’s small- and big-block V8s, the Cobra was reliable. It’s small wonder that Shelby enjoyed so much success with the Cobra 289 on the racetracks of North America.
 
 
“Beyond the Cobra’s credentials as a physical sports car, it embodies a greater philosophy – that of Carroll Shelby’s unrelenting American Dream.”
 
 
Beyond the Cobra’s credentials as a physical sports car, it embodies a greater philosophy – that of Carroll Shelby’s unrelenting American Dream.
 
 
Of the myriad road and race AC- and Shelby-badged Cobras built between 1962 and ’67, the magnificent example we’re delighted to be offering is, ironically, a Cobra in all but name. Its official nomenclature is ‘AC 289 Sports MKIII’. Allow us to explain.
 
 
When Shelby began building and selling a seven-litre big-block 427 V8-powered Cobra with coil springs and a new wider and more curvaceous body in 1965, AC Cars in Thames Ditton, England, were disgruntled. Fuel prices had skyrocketed and the British government had levied higher taxes on cars with higher engine capacities as a result. Furthermore, the brand’s top brass was fed up of playing second fiddle to Shelby in the marketing stakes. From the outset, Shelby and Ford had made out AC to be but a mere subcontractor for the project, when in reality, it was manufacturing most of the car.
 
 
The decision was taken to install the smaller 289 engine in the new coil-spring 427 chassis – a recipe which would prove far more refined and useable on Europe’s comparatively twisty roads – and clothe the car in the bodacious new body but with narrower hips at the rear. In what was a bold move, AC then proceeded to remove all ‘Shelby’, ‘Cobra’ and ‘Powered by Ford’ badging from the car, renaming it simply the ‘AC 289 Sports MKIII’.
 
 
Just 27 289 Sports MKIIIs were sold before ‘Cobra’ production at Thames Ditton concluded in 1967. Right-hand-drive cars sold to Great Britain, of which there were 17, were assigned by the chassis number prefix ‘COB’, while the 10 left-hand-drive cars designated for export were ‘COX’.
 
 
Chassis number COB6124
This right-hand-drive AC 289 Sports MKIII is chassis number COB6124, which was the final right-hand-drive example constructed in Thames Ditton and finished in Guardsman Blue over a black interior. It was first acquired via Victoria Motor Works in Surrey by one Robert Hewitt. The car passed through the hands of two further UK owners, before it was exported to Illinois in the USA in 1983 and offered for sale by William Richardson.
 
 
COB6124 remained in North America over two decades, during which time it was registered in New York under the license number ‘BBP 2469’ and exhibited at the 1992 Lime Rock Vintage Fall Festival. In August of 2006, RM Auctions sold this AC at its flagship Monterey sale to Brian Classic, who subsequently returned the car to the United Kingdom. Classic advertised the car for sale in 2008, after which point it wound up in the possession of a collector in Japan.
 
 
The aforementioned collector took the decision to make a small number of changes to return the car in line with its original specification, including repainting it in Guardsman Blue. Its black leather interior remains original and in excellent condition. We imported COB6124 to the UK in September of 2021. 
 
 
“Installing the smaller and more tractable 289 V8 into the final-development coil-spring chassis of the 427-powered cars was a stroke of genius on AC’s part, resulting in arguably the most pleasurable ‘Cobra’ to use and drive.”
 
 
We promptly sent the Cobra to The Light Car Company in Oxfordshire for a mechanical inspection and a cosmetic refresh. Extensive works undertaken over the course of the last 12 months have included the reprofiling of the rear arches to the authentic factory specification. The entire body was subsequently repainted in Guardsman Blue. The engine was removed from the chassis and both serviced and cosmetically refreshed. The carburettor was also rebuilt. Bespoke new deep-blue carpets have been fitted, while the engine bay and boot have been finished in satin black, as they would have been originally. We took the decision to keep the ultra-rare original cast wheels with their beguiling patina, while the factory hardtop has been adjusted to fit perfectly. 
 
 
Today, this ultra-rare late-production 289 Sports MKIII represents the pride and engineering prowess of AC Cars, but also the vision of Carroll Shelby. Installing the smaller and more tractable 289 V8 into the final-development coil-spring chassis of the 427-powered cars was a stroke of genius on AC’s part, resulting in arguably the most pleasurable ‘Cobra’ to use and drive. Every drive in a Cobra is a scintillating experience which sears itself into your memory. And isn’t that exactly what a great classic car should do?

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The only vehicle completely designed from scratch by Carroll Shelby, work on the Shelby Series 1 began around 1994 as the planned successor to his famed Shelby Cobra. Offered with impressive performance credentials, the Series 1 featured an aluminum chassis and a top speed of 170 miles per hour. A supercharged variant would soon follow which brought 450 horsepower and 0-60 miles per hour in just 3.7 seconds. Naturally, the legendary Shelby name garnered this new model a great deal of initial interest. However, rising costs and build times meant only 249 of the planned 500 vehicle run were built and sold, approximately 80 of which were supercharged. 
 
 

This car is part of the Retro Motors Collection, which comprises over 30 cars largely from the 1950s through today, with a focus on American muscle and high-powered European sports cars. View the full collection here.
 
 

Highlights:
 

- One of 249 Shelby Series 1s produced, believed to be one of the last examples built based on its serial number CSX 5268
 

- Originally Ordered by Tony Stewart Racing Team
 

- Powered by a 4.0-liter V8 equipped with the rare $22,000 Vortech Supercharger factory upgrade 
 

- Extruded aluminum chassis construction with a carbon fiber and fiberglass laminate body
 

- Finished in a one of one Yellow with Black stripe color combination 
 

- Signed By Carroll Shelby and Tony Stewart
 

- Equipped with a ZF six-speed manual transmission 
 

- Freshly serviced with an A/C system recharge and oil and filter change in April 2023 at 1,756 miles
 

- Displaying only 1,781 miles on the digital odometer at the time of listing
 
 

Features:
 

- Black canvas soft top
 

- Eighteen-inch three-piece Speedline wheels with Goodyear Eagle tires 
 

- Dual piston front, single piston rear disc brakes
 

- Pushrod Suspension
 

- Air conditioning
 

- Carbon-fiber interior and engine trim
 

- Shelby embroidered floor mats and backrests 
 

- Monsoon AM/FM/CD/Cassette Stereo
 

- Dual exhaust outlets 
 
 

Known Imperfections:
 

- Spider crack in the paintwork on the passenger side of the front bumper
 

- Minor crack in paintwork above passenger side rear side marker 
 

- Minor crack in the paintwork where the passenger door meets the fender
 
 

Included: 
 

- Two keys
 

- Owner’s manual
 

- Emergency tire inflation kit
 
 

Ownership History: 
 

Originally ordered by Tony Stewart, this vehicle was delivered in a one-of-one color combination. Signed by Carroll Shelby and Tony Stewart, this vehicle represents not only an incredibly rare supercharged example but also a piece of motorsport history. The accompanying Carfax report shows that the Shelby spent time in New York prior to being purchased by the Texas-based consignor in February 2023.
 
 

Additional Notes:
 

A Broad Arrow Group Car Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner for this vehicle.
 

Contact: Alexander Keck
Phone: 402.617.9770
E-mail: alexander.keck@broadarrowgroup.com
 
 
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font size = "4"1 of 2 Shelby "Phantom" Cobras 575+ hp / 610+ lb-feet of torque 4-speed manual Halibrand 15x8 / 15x10.5 wheels with 245/60 and 295/50 Avon Radial tires Engine COA, Statement of Origin, Vehicle history documents, and service records  This Shelby Cobra 427 Roadster is an aluminum-bodied CSX4000 continuation model built in 2004. The vehicle has a dark blue metallic exterior with a black leather interior and a 510ci V8 engine manufactured by Shelby mated to a four-speed manual transmission. Roll hoop, side-exit exhaust pipes, 15-inch Halibrand wheels, four-wheel disc brakes, lap belts, and Smiths instruments are among the other notable features.  The aluminum bodywork is covered in dark blue metallic paint and is reported to be one of two "Phantom" Cobra versions created with bespoke graphics and Carroll Shelby's name embedded in the paint. This Cobra is sporting magnesium coating finish 15" Halibrand wheels wrapped in Avon Radial tires, size 245/60 in front and 295/50 in back. The vehicle has four-wheel independent suspension, coil-overs, rack-and-pinion steering, and four-wheel disc brakes.  The cabin features black dashboard, carpeting, and leather bucket seats. A wood-rimmed steering wheel sits in front of the Smiths instrumentation that includes a reverse-sweep 180-mph speedometer, an 8k-rpm tachometer, and auxiliary gauges. The odometer reads 3,119 miles, with about 450 added under the most recent ownership.  The 510ci Shelby-built side-oiler V8 making over 575 horsepower and 610lb-feet of torque has a single Holley carburetor, aluminum radiator, polished air cleaner, and 427-branded valve covers.  Ten of these driving' machines were scheduled to be produced with each featuring its own distinctive Phantom paint job and a Cobra ghost-painted on each side of the car. In the end, there were only two of these special serpents ever produced, each listed in SAAC's Shelby World Registry. The first was built for Carroll Shelby and presented to him on his 80th birthday. The second and last one to ever be built was this specific example. It is also the only one with Shelby's name ghost-painted on the hood.  This CSX4000 is offered with a duplicate statement of origin, a certificate of authenticity for the engine, a copy of World Registry of Cobra and GT40s, and a clean California title listing the car as a specially constructed vehicle.  Upon arrival at Canepa, every collector car for sale is put through an extensive and diligent process called the "Canepa Difference." This includes a major and comprehensive mechanical inspection where all systems are checked, serviced, and restored as needed. They also receive an award-winning concours-level detailing, including a thorough cleaning of each and every surface.  Don't wait, as this may be your only chance at obtaining the elusive Shelby "Phantom" Cobra! 

This vehicle is being sold at the Tulsa 2023 as Lot No. F210. - Stored in a climate-controlled garage - 351/400 HP Windsor V-8 engine - 4-barrel carburetor - Shelby engine dress kit - 5-speed manual transmission - Red with White striping - Black interior - Adjustable driver's seat - RaceQuip harnesses - Odometer reads 1,538 miles

To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION at RM Sothebys' Monterey event, 18 - 19 August 2023.  Desirable rack-and-pinion âstreetâ Cobra converted for racing when nearly newDocumented by the SAAC Registry; acquired by the current owner in 2002Previously owned, modified, and raced by NART cofounder, George Arents IIIMechanically restored in 2005 by Cobra Automotive of Wallingford, ConnecticutA tempting 289 Cobra awaiting its return to the track; ideal entry for vintage racing Please note that this lot is titled as a 1965 AC Cobra 289.  Few sports cars of the 1960s are so legendary as Carroll Shelbyâs Ford-powered Cobra. Squeezing American V-8s into lightweight British sports cars was not an entirely uncommon practice during the early 1960s, though no company proved to be as successful as Carroll Shelby and his Cobra, which combined the lithe and nimble chassis of the AC Ace with eight-pot power courtesy of Ford. By 1963, the Cobraâs initial 260-cubic-inch engine had been upgraded to Fordâs new 289 HiPo small-block V-8, offering the perfect balance of handling and power. The 306-horsepower 289 Cobra took Americaâs sports car market (and racing scene) by storm, and perhaps no one paid closer attention to the Cobraâs meteoric rise than competing sports car dealers. For George Arents IIIâracing driver and cofounder of Americaâs most notable Ferrari privateer racing team (NART), and partner to Luigi Chinettiâs Ferrari distributorshipâthe Shelby 289 Cobra was an inescapable phenomenon; he saw its impact on Chinettiâs balance sheet and NARTâs race results.  Acquired by Arents in December 1964 during the rising tide of the legendary Ford versus Ferrari saga, CSX2407 represents a fascinating and unrepeatable opportunity to acquire a race-prepared 289 Cobra with stellar provenance and exceptional pedigree worth exploring in continued vintage racing. CSX2407 was delivered new to RBM Atlanta in September 1964, and purchased by Arents three months later as a slightly used 289 âstreet-specâ leaf spring, rack-and-pinion Cobra then showing just 1,500 miles. The SAAC Registry notes that CSX2407 was immediately, and extensively, modified to competition specifications in early 1965. Its bodywork was revised with flared fenders, unbaffled side pipes, bespoke cooling scoops in the front fascia and rear fenders, staggered center-lock Halibrand magnesium wheels, a roll bar, and a metallic blue nose livery. CSX2407 was then entered in the SCCA Southeast Regionâs A-Production class for the 1965 season, with NART member Ron Hutchinson recruited to handle driving duties.  Hutchinsonâs talent aside, the rising tensions between Ferrari and Shelby at the time probably made it unpalatable for Arents to be seen racing one of his rivalâs self-made cars. For his part, Hutchinson deftly wheeled CSX2407 to a close 2nd overall finish in the season standings, thanks to particularly strong, points-producing results with this Cobra at Savannah, Daytona, West Palm Beach, and also Mid-Ohio. For the 1966 racing season, the SAAC Registry notes that Arents is believed to have repainted CSX2407 in Guardsmen Blue and entered the Southeast Regionâs B Production class, as Shelbyâs newest 427 Cobra model poured into the SCCA A-Production class.  By late 1968, Arents had sold CSX2407 onward, and it then passed through the care of three subsequent owners until 1979, when it was acquired by the vintage racer Dale Nichols of Orlando, Florida.  During the 1980s, Nichols had the tired, race-scarred CSX2407 completely restored by noted specialist Chuck Gutkeâs Cobra Restorers of Kennesaw, Georgia. At this time, the car received a 3.77 differential, cut-back doors, chrome roll bar, and its present tri-color racing livery. The reborn CSX2407 was occasionally entered in SVRA vintage racing events by Nichols over the following two decades, and in August 2002, this fascinating 289 Cobra was purchased by the consignor.  In November of 2005, the car was submitted to marque specialists Cobra Automotive in Wallingford, Connecticut for a full rebuild of its 289 HiPo V-8 engine and other miscellaneous mechanical needs. Invoices (on file) show more than $105,000 was invested to this end, and after any necessary machining and resurfacing, the carâs wholly rejuvenated engine was greatly improved with fitment of modern MSD electricals, ARP hardware, racing fuel lines, ceramic coated âNassau styleâ competition headers, and a bevy of additional OEM HiPo equipment.  Subsequent to multiple days of performance testing at Sebring and Lime Rock Park, CSX2407 has since remained a regularly enjoyed prize of the consignorâs finely curated collection of significant post-war sports cars. Under their ownership this special 289 Cobra has been regularly maintained by a team of in-house professional race mechanics who most recently treated it to a rebuild of its four Weber 48 IDA carburetors. Masterfully restored and replete with many correct features and accompanying accessories, CSX4207âs appeal is further enhanced by its early career as an independently converted, successful competition car under notable ownership. Any collector seeking to experience the iconic 289 Cobra perfect for continued vintage racing would be wise not to let this example get away.To view this car and others currently consigned to this auction, please visit the RM website at website in the description*.

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Backdraft Racing RT4BCoyote 5.0 Engine5 Speed Tremec TKO 600 transmission Ceramic coated dual exhausts Carbon Dash/Autometer GaugesCarbon Fiber DashHarness Racing Seats Belts Diamond Stitched Leather interior Custom shift knobsBIG & TALL (Wide seats and Dropped foot box)Paint Protection FilmLED headlightsReinforced undercarriage 18' Inch Polished Lip wheels. Rear Differential gear upgradePower Steering Rack Kit Carbon fiber intake Carbon fiber Radiator coverBeautiful buildA true masterpiece, must see and hear in person!

BJ Motors is excited to offer this 1965 Factory Five MKIII Shelby Cobra finished in Gray Metallic over Black Interior. This stunning MKIII Cobra was completed in 2010 and comes with loads of documentation and photos from its assembly. The pros at Whitby Motorcars painted the car in a stunning Gray Metallic paint with Silver Le Mans Stripes accented by a beautiful Maroon center strip. This Cobra is powered by a Proformance Unlimited-built 347 Stroker V8 putting out 450HP at the crank, and is beautifully furnished with a Cobra air cleaner and a pair of Cobra valve covers. A 5-speed Tremec Transmission and a 3.55 rear end help put the power down while disc brakes provide ample stopping power. Coilovers sit on all 4 corners and the exterior is made complete with a set of 17-inch Ford SVT Cobra Wheels. The stunning black leather interior was upholstered by Frank Collins Upholstery and is well-appointed with stunning wooden wheel, Autometer gauges, and a Caroll Shelby-signed glove box. Just 3,582 miles have been driven since the completion of the build and has been enjoyed in Texas its entire life. This is one of the nicest Shelby Cobra recreations we have seen and it is sure to make many memories for its next caretaker. See below for more details on the build and contact us immediately with any questions!Highlights:Completed in 2010Texan-owned since new347 Stroker V8 built by Proformance Unlimited (450 HP)Tremec 5-speed Transmission3-link Trick Flow 8:8 Rear end with 3.55 gearsMetallic Gray paint by Whitby MotorcarsInterior by Frank CollinsBJ Motors has an extensive range of superb, low mile exotic and luxury automobiles. Financing is available and trade-in proposals are always welcome. If you like this vehicle and have questions, please feel free to contact us at any time. Our staff is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can also schedule an appointment to drop by our location in Tomball, Texas. BJ Motors is a licensed, Texas Dealer.

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1963 Shelby Cobra up for sale by SUPERFORMANCEBeautifully created, no expense spared  British Racing Green 289 HiPo 5 Speed manual Tremec transmission  Chrome exhaustWildwood power brakes  Limited Split differential Harness Racing Seats Belts  Performance Radiator  Clean title in hand  15 inch Chrome wire wheels Custom Leather interior  Beautiful paint job, small imperfections A true art piece, pictures do not do it justice 

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Graham Rahal Performance is excited to bring you this spectacular Shelby Cobra CSX1000 427. It is finished in Guardsman Blue over Black Interior. 1 of 25 CSX1000's built using the original 60s hand-rolled aluminum bodies from England.

This vehicle also has the manufacturer's statement of origin (MSO) and the dash has signed by Carroll Shelby.

Daytona

1965 Shelby Cobra replica. Built by ERA classics in New Britain Connecticut in 1989. Under 4500 original miles. Correct 1967 427 side oiler FE engine. Jaguar Salisbury rear-end.  Ford top loader 4-speed. Correct Halibrand Knock-off wheels. Stewart-Warner gauges. Rare side exhaust delete. Lucas headlights. Brand new battery and Goodrich Radial T/A's. The list goes on and on...This was built next to an original Shelby Cobra for a side-by-side comparison. This classic was a museum piece in Florida for a number of years before a detailed restoration. You won't get much closer to the real thing...

GT500

New 2022 GT 500 in Eruption Green with Ebony leather Recaro interior.   Rare Carbon Fiber Track package.  B&O Sound system and Technology package.  If you have any questions contact Macgregor directly at Szott Ford at 248 215 5107 or mbrown@szottford.com

1966 Shelby Cobra 427 semi-competition
Original, non-replica
 
Serial # available upon request.

Blue/black interior. Billed to Shelby American on 3/10/66; shipped to Los Angeles. AC Cars charged an additional £7 for acrylic paint. Shelby invoice #000872, dated 7/7/66, billed Hi-Performance Motors (El Segundo, CA) for the car: “1966 Cobra Street, Blue, $6,145.00.” It was picked up at the factory. 

This Cobra was sold to an owner in Hollywood, CA who returned to Hi-Performance for several minor warranty repairs over a five-month period. 
The car’s next known owner was located in Malibu, CA who bought it in ’74 for $7,000. The car, still blue at this point, was soon repainted red. At 32,000 miles Wayne Richards of Solo Automotive (North Hollywood, CA) installed a 427 side-oiler engine. After a number of years sitting in storage, Henderson offered this Cobra for sale in 7/89. 

It was purchased by an individual located in England at a figure in the $350,000 range. The car was loaded on a trailer and ready to depart when the previous owner apparently developed a serious case of seller’s remorse and came very close to canceling the deal, but he didn’t. Back in England, the owner restored this vehicle in his own workshop. The car was completely disassembled, rebuilt, and repainted red. A comp fuel filler, chrome roll bar, 7.5˝ & 9.5˝ Halibrand wheels, S/C rear flares, and chrome side pipes were fitted, while the 427 with 2x4Vs was retained. 

The next owner from England acquired this vehicle in 11/92 and almost immediately sold it to the next owner located in England. Shipped back to the U.S., the Cobra was placed in the 1/93 Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale (AZ) Auction, bringing a high bid of $201,000. The winning bidder from Springfield, OH passed it on to another associate. 

Under his ownership the Cobra won the People’s Choice award for the Most Popular Car at the Cincinnati Arthritis Foundation’s ’93 Midwest Concours. The car was advertised for sale in the summer of ’95. It was bought by an individual located in Indianapolis, IN, who placed it for sale again in 5/97: “Red; 1,000 miles since ’89 restoration to S/C specs; beautiful condition. The car was acquired by Motor Classic & Competition of White Plains, NY. 

The current owner located in Scranton, PA bought the Cobra from them early in ’99, noting that it remained just as Donegan had restored it. This Cobra was featured in the 8/93 issue of Cars & Parts magazine and the 5/99 issue of Classic & Sportscar magazine.

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