Vehicle Description
It's well-configured for dependable power and exhilarating driving
in real world situations, and in an industry where the quality of
the foundation plays a huge part in the finished result, it
features the manufacturing handiwork of one of the most respected
names in its industry. This 1965 Shelby Cobra Factory Five has
logged fewer than 8,000 miles during its lifetime, so its
drivetrain is in its prime and you'll find plenty of documentation
on board to chronicle its journey to road-readiness, along with
maintenance records to prove it's been well cared for.
By virtue of their storied heritage and one of a kind looks, Cobra
replicas start life well ahead of the norm in the curb appeal
department. They offer a visual experience that's both nostalgia
inducing and exotic at the same time - just take a quick glance at
this '65 and you can't help but imagine how its low slung form,
broad track and outstanding power to weight ratio combine to make
it an absolute blast to drive. Clad in a magnetic paint scheme that
combines a silver backdrop with a pair of crisp blue painted
stripes, this Factory Five representative cuts quite an appearance.
Its paint presents well, with a consistently slick texture, and the
chrome exterior fittings on display here - from the compact bumpers
and light casings in both front and back to the very clean side
pipes - are all in great shape, as is the contrasting black roll
bar.
The black vinyl Interior is a good complement to the outside of
this street machine and, having logged so few miles, it's reaped
the rewards of this car's light usage. As such, you won't find many
signs of wear on the surfaces of the low-backed bucket seats, and
the black carpet lining the floor and transmission tunnel is about
as fresh now as when it was first installed. Climb behind the wheel
and buckle up the Simpson racing harness and the urge to do some
serious corner carving will overtake you pretty quickly. The sharp
woodgrain steering wheel with the signature Factory Five brand at
its center looks awfully inviting, while just in front of it, the
dash area is well-equipped with a full assortment of AutoMeter
gauges - all of which are fully functional. In back, the trunk area
is just as solid and well-aligned as you'd expect, given its
manufacturer's reputation for precise workmanship.
Beneath the hood you'll find a really clean engine bay, at the
center of which sits a 302 cubic inch V8, fittingly dressed with an
oblong Cobra air cleaner over its 4-barrel Summit polished carb and
matching valve covers at its sides and is armed with a pair of
Edelbrock aluminum heads and upgraded performance intake manifold
to maximize its output. The small block is running great, sending a
commanding exhaust note into the headers leading out to its
sidepipes as it teams with a 5-speed manual transmission. Coilovers
are in place both in front and in back to take full advantage of
the Cobra's innate agility, making for a ride with world class
handling characteristics, while disc brakes at all four corners
offer fade resistant stops. This evocative classic is a cinch to
turn heads as it cruises on its set of 17" wheels that position
275s in back for excellent asphalt gripping power.
In a niche where manufacturer standards are of paramount
importance, this 1965 Shelby Cobra Factory Five definitely delivers
and its outstanding color combination and clean interior make for a
very compelling opportunity. Call today!