Vehicle Description
Carroll Shelby was notoriously picky when it came to his prized
creation. He said on many occasions that he created the Cobra to be
driven and, until the model's rarity made it worth a literal
fortune, he wasn't above noting his disapproval when he saw one
being trailered as opposed to being driven. Not all Cobra
reproductions are created equal, and it's pretty significant that
this 1965 Shelby Cobra by Superformance has the bragging rights of
being created by the iconic model's only officially licensed
reproducer. It's in outstanding condition, shows exceptional build
quality and is well-equipped for exhilarating performance.
The Cobra's timeless, low-centered form is instantly recognizable
to any car enthusiast, but when you get a little closer to this
one, you'll see it's no run of the mill kit car. The fit and finish
on display here is very impressive - the body is well-aligned, with
nice even gaps surrounding the doors and hood, and the flowing
front and rear fenders are uniform and perfectly-sculpted. This '65
looks great in its Guardsman Blue paint - it's a great fit for this
head turner and in very good form with a nice, deep shine. There
are no mere decals used here - the pair of signature white stripes
running over the hood and deck lid are painted on and show very
clean edges. From the front bumper on back, all exterior fittings
are also looking great, as are the side pipes, which have an
ultra-clean appearance to suggest this coveted ride has been kept
away from any potentially corrosive territory. A complete black
vinyl top with side and rear windows is included, so cold weather
isn't going to stop you from getting behind the wheel.
Shelby reproductions are a sort of automotive blank slate and in
many cases their interiors are often given minimal attention, but
the one on display here suffers from no such shortcoming. Climb in
and you'll be lowering yourself into a leather bucket seat sporting
a four-point racing harness to provide further evidence of this
Cobra's abilities on the asphalt. The forward incline of the manual
shifter puts it within easy reach and as you peer beyond the
woodgrain steering wheel, you'll find a thorough assortment of
clear, functional gauges and control knobs on the dash. Below, the
black carpeting is still nice and fresh and features a pair of
Superperformance floor mats, and a set of custom AC inscribed
pedals are a great added touch. The trunk area is also clean and
you'll notice that there'll be no need to find a makeshift prop to
keep the decklid open - the included strut is working just
fine.
Despite its timeless, ultra-magnetic looks, the Cobra, as Shelby
himself noted, was meant to be driven and this is a great
performance-centric ride that's clicking on all proverbial
cylinders as far as power, handling and braking ability are
concerned. The 428 cubic inch FE Cobra Jet V8 residing in the
engine compartment carries a pair of Edelbrock aluminum heads to
maximize power and a pair of Holley 4-barrel carbs that sit under
their own compact chrome air cleaners for optimal feeding. The big
block packs quite a punch and is fittingly paired with a Tremec
TKO500 5-speed manual transmission - one of the few that can be
trusted to handle the engine's output. Dual electric fans team with
a sizable radiator to keep operating temperatures in check, while
power disc brakes at all four corners bring dependable, low-effort
stops. This Shelby scorches the pavement on its set of 15"
Halibrand wheels wrapped with BF Goodrich T/A radials.
Well-crafted and in very clean condition, this 1965 Shelby Cobra by
Superperformance is an outstanding representative of the model.
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