Vehicle Description
This 1967 Shelby Cobra replica is about as close as you're going to
get to the real thing without spending, oh, about three-quarters of
a million bucks. Based on a Shell Valley Classics kit, which is one
of the better Cobra reproductions available, it packs a
strong-running small block, a picture-perfect paint job, and that
undeniable appeal of the most potent roadster ever built.
Built by a professional shop in Dallas, this stunning Cobra looks
fresh off the showroom floor. There's no mistaking the shape and if
there were any liberties taken with the design, you'd need an
original next to this one to spot them. The finish quality of the
fiberglass is superior to most kits, and thanks to the
exceptionally strong methods of construction Shell Valley uses,
including Kevlar reinforcements, it's as solid as a rock. Midnight
Blue with white pearl stripes is iconic on the sleek little
roadster, and without knocking your knuckles on the bodywork,
there's just no way to tell if this is a reproduction. There are
zero signs that this snake has been driven, with the paint showing
extremely well; even the rocker panels and areas behind the rear
wheels are devoid of road rash. Other details include front and
rear jacking stubs, a real LeMans-style fuel filler, and a roll
hoop behind the driver. If you've wanted a Cobra, this one is put
together just the way you'd do it yourself.
Inside it's standard Cobra fare, with basic black leather buckets,
simple black carpet and minimalist door panels. The whole point is
simplicity and distilling the driving experience down to its barest
essence, and at that the Cobra excels. Simple VDO gauges keep an
eye on the engine and look suitably old school, and there's a Hurst
shifter and cue ball knob in the center of the compartment. Yes,
it's basic, and that means no A/C, no heater, and no radio, but on
the other hand you get exhilarating performance and that old-school
performance feel. The wood-rimmed Shelby-style wheel looks gorgeous
and telegraphs the front tires' activities directly to your palms
and the pedals are arranged so the heel-toe dance is easy. And
unlike many replicas, this one offers a very neatly finished trunk
with black carpets and a gel cell battery tucked into the
corner.
If you want to drive a Cobra regularly, a small block will make it
insanely fast without feeling bulky. The 351 cubic inch Ford
Windsor V8 is plenty stout, with a wide torque curve and a
willingness to rev. But it's also easy around town and very
user-friendly thanks to an electronic ignition that lights it up
almost instantly. Ceramic-coated headers lead to a set of side
pipes that look and sound right and Cobra finned valve covers and a
matching air cleaner give it a period performance look that's
totally appropriate here. The transmission is a 5-speed manual and
the overdrive fifth gear is a welcome addition, making this a car
that can genuinely be driven anywhere, anytime. The suspension is a
modified A-arm arrangement with coil-overs up front and a 9-inch
hanging on trailing arms out back. A heavy-duty frame, 4-wheel disc
brakes, and a minimum of frills make this a potent car on or off
the track. Gorgeous 17-inch Halibrand-style wheels look pretty
authentic but offer a huge performance upgrade in the form of
235/45/17 front and 315/35/17 rear Goodyear radials.
There's no way you could build your own Cobra for less, this one is
still new in every way that matters. Why wait? Call today!