For Sale at Auction: 1999 Shelby Series 1 in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Chassis No. 5CXSA1819XL000267

In 1994, Carroll Shelby, the tireless automotive legend renowned for creating the iconic Cobra, set out to develop its spiritual heir. The resulting Shelby Series 1 emerged as the first all-new Shelby design since the 1960s and the only car ever entirely conceived and built from scratch by Carroll Shelby himself.

This modern reincarnation of the 289 Cobra featured a sophisticated chassis of Shelby's own design, wrapped in a sleek carbon fiber body. A potent Oldsmobile 4.0-liter Aurora V8 engine coupled with a ZF six-speed manual transmission ensured both robust performance and mechanical reliability - a hallmark of Shelby's pragmatic approach to high-performance automobiles. Weighing a mere 2,650 pounds and producing 320 horsepower, the Series 1 was capable of accelerating from zero to 60 mph in 4.4 seconds. Shelby also offered a supercharger package that propelled the car into supercar territory. These enhanced examples boasted a blistering zero to 60 mph time of just 3.2 seconds completing the quarter-mile run in a mere 11.35 seconds at 124 mph. It is believed that approximately 60 of the total 249 Shelby Series 1s produced received this coveted supercharger upgrade directly from Shelby.

Chassis number CSX 5267 is one such supercharged example, finished in an exceptionally rare red color scheme with white racing stripes. The car rides on three-piece 18 inch alloy wheels and features a black cloth soft top. The interior, trimmed in light and dark gray leather, remains in outstanding condition throughout. Of particular note are the autographs adorning the sun visors - the late Carroll Shelby's signature on the driver's side and Tony Stewart's on the passenger's, adding a layer of provenance to this already exceptional example. Modern amenities including air conditioning, power windows, door locks, and remotely operated exterior mirrors. An AM/FM/cassette stereo rounds out the comfort features.

According to the accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report, this Series 1 was initially registered in Indiana in the early 2000s, lending credence to the belief that it was delivered new to NASCAR legend Tony Stewart. The car later joined the Texas-based collection of the consignor in 2023. Under current ownership, the battery has been replaced to ensure the car's readiness for its next caretaker. Adding to its appeal, this Series 1 is accompanied by a rare owner's manual and a car cover.

With a mere 957 miles on the odometer at the time of cataloging, this Shelby Series 1 represents an investment-grade example, distinguished by its rare red exterior, extraordinarily low mileage, and the highly sought-after supercharged configuration - a trifecta of attributes that positions this vehicle at the pinnacle of Series 1 collectability.