Vehicle Description
A quicksilver appearance, legendary presence, and brute speed from
the stroker V8 is exactly what has you thinking about this 1965
Shelby Cobra Factory Five Mk4. So dig in for the details, because
it only gets better.
The paint instantly makes this one a shining star. The bright
silver with gray metallic painted stripe package is a modern hue
interpretation of an iconic application. Speaking of iconic, the
Cobra shape is one of the most enduring sports car profiles in
history. That's why you should be glad this is a solid Factory Five
car. They're quality bodies mixed with the nice investment in
paintwork means you have a package where the light rolls evenly
across each panel and draws attention to the iconic flared fender
appearance. Bright work is matter of function on these cars, and so
the bumpers, race gas cap, hood locks, and side pipes are all part
of the performance nature. Plus, the roll hoop was painted a
body-matching for a touch of distinction that Cobra people will
recognize. But the part that we like the most are the 17-inch
Halibrand-style wheels. Not only do they have the classic knock-off
appearance, but these icons extremely well into the whole multiple
shade of sliver package on this coordinated build.
With less than 5,800 miles on the whole car, the interior remains
looking deep, dark, and terrific. You get all the best performance
pieces you expect from a Cobra, including the supple leather bucket
seats with four-point Simpson harnesses. The gear stick is
correctly angled forward for better driver comfort, and we all love
the look of a classic wood and chrome steering wheel. Beyond that
is a full set of gauges, including the speedo that is correctly
reversed just like Carroll Shelby first made on his competition
cars. And that's the whole spirit of this one - no radio, no
heater, or any other component that adds unnecessary weight and
drains performance.
You know this is a speed machine from the moment you look under the
hood. Those bold Cobra valve covers announce the wicked nature of
this 347 cubic-inch stroker V8. Low mileage and good maintenance
means this crate motor still looks terrific. It has been built with
all forged internals to be ready to take on the track. Plus, you
can easily spot upgrades like the big Demon four-barrel carburetor,
Edelbrock RPM air gap intake, MSD ignition, heavy duty hoses, and
aluminum radiator w/electric fan. The full package is estimated by
the consignor at 425 horsepower, and you better believe the rumble
of the side pipes lets everyone know there is some serious power
here. Best of all, you are in complete control of this wicked V8
and its thunderous soundtrack thanks to the Tremec T56 five-speed
manual transmission. All four wheels have adjustable coilovers,
disc brakes, and grippy Kumho Ecsta XS tires, so no matter if
you're enjoying the streets or attack a track day, this one has
your control firmly in-hand.
Complete with a comprehensive build receipt from 2012, you're
looking at a slick and quick machine that knows how to grab
attention. So if you like your Cobras on the wild side, call
today!