Vehicle Description
Carroll Shelby was notoriously picky when it came to his prized
creation, so it's pretty significant that this 1965 Shelby Cobra by
Superformance has the distinguished bragging rights of being
created by one of the few officially licensed builders of the
iconic model. Harboring a sizable, well-fortified big block beneath
its hood, it's in outstanding condition in all respects and would
be equally at home inducing awe on the asphalt or causing envy at
weekend car shows.
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 ordinary representative of the model. The
fit and finish on display here is 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 jet-black paint and
the numbered accents on the hood and front fenders provide a
fitting call out to its heralded race-inspired roots. The exterior
is in very clean condition, with no blemishes of note, and a
detailing will elevate this classic to top aesthetic form. A cloth
convertible top in matching black is included with the car, so
you'll have the privilege of having exhilarating driving at your
disposal year-round.
There's a nicely detailed, comfortable interior waiting beyond the
doors, showing all the styling hallmarks associated with the model
in their top form, including a pair of bucket sets covered in
German leather that were constructed by hand and feature
substantial 4" lap belts. The floor is lined with fresh matching
carpet and the forward incline of the shifter mounted between the
buckets puts it within comfortable reach. Peer past the woodgrain
AC Cobra steering wheel and you'll see a full assortment of clean,
clear Smith gauges mounted on the glossy black dash to monitor
vital motoring functions. Light usage - the car has logged fewer
than 7000 miles - has yielded a definite benefit here, as this
entire driving environment is in enviable condition.
The Shelby Cobra brand is inextricably linked with spectacular
performance and this specimen is certainly configured in that very
spirit. The 460 cubic inch V8 holding court in the engine bay
provides all the power needed for jaw dropping acceleration,
topping out at more than 500 horses. Armed with a Holley 4 barrel
carb perched on a Ford SVO performance intake manifold, this car
will pin you back in your seat with just a tap on the accelerator,
sending a deep, commanding note out of the headers leading into a
pair of side pipes in the process. The accompanying Tremec T5
transmission puts maximum control of the abundant power in the
hands of the driver. A pair of thermostatically controlled electric
fans team with a sizable aluminum radiator in front to keep
temperatures under control and an oil cooler is now in place to
provide an additional layer of protection for the engine. This
well-configured classic provides an exemplary experience behind the
wheel that's about more than sheer, straight-ahead acceleration.
The independent coilover suspension at both ends features Bilstein
shocks and is fully adjustable, making for world class agility,
while rack and pinion steering combines with Wilwood power disc
brakes at all four corners to provide easy, precise navigation and
plenty of fade-resistant stopping ability. A quartet of 15"
aluminum Halibrand wheels finishes off this stunning performance
machine in just the right style.
Thoroughly well-crafted, in very clean condition and offering
performance capabilities few cars could even approach, this 1965
Shelby Cobra by Superperformance is an outstanding representative
of the model. Call today!
