On the Mount Rushmore of historical muscle cars, Carroll Shelby's
Cobra is so iconic it might deserve two out of the four available
spots. The king of the vaunted 0-100-0 speed test for the better
part of three decades, no car has authored more motorized fantasies
than the Cobra. Which is why we are proud to present to you this
Sterling Grey 1965 Shelby Cobra Backdraft 427, a factory-built
tribute that is arguably better (in some respects) than the
original.
Pop open the relatively petite doors, and you'll first notice that
the interior panel consists of a simple pull-strap and a side
pocket, and that's it. The no-frills motif continues with a
three-spoke steering wheel featuring a nicely contrasted custom
wood-rimmed, while at the same time, a seven-pod AutoMeter gauge
cluster takes up the majority of the dashboard. A large 8,000 rpm
tachometer is centrally located, while the slightly smaller 180 mph
speedometer is offset and reads in reverse, true to the original
car's setup. Five smaller auxiliary gauges share space with a big
red engine starter button begging to be pushed, while Sabelt racing
harnesses keep you strapped into the black leather bucket seats.
Don't bother looking for a radio, as all the harmony you need will
be coming from those massive side pipes bellowing with
authority.
Under that signature front-hinged hood, we find an incredible
Roush-built crate engine 427 R V-8 engine. Outfitted with
lightweight aluminum heads and a performance cam, this big block is
fed by a single Holley four-barrel carburetor covered by a large
air cleaner proudly displaying the Roush name. Long tube headers
connect to the aforementioned side pipes to efficiently dispel
exhaust gases, enabling this motor to produce an incredible 554
horsepower and 529 pound-feet of torque. That massive power is
routed through a Tremec TKO600 five-speed manual transmission,
operated in traditional Cobra fashion by a forward-mounted gear
shift before heading out to a Ford 8.8-inch rear end housing stout
3.55 gears to provide the perfect balance of off-the-line
acceleration and reasonable fuel efficiency on the highway.
• Roush 427R V8
• 554 HP & 529 Pound Feet
• Holley Four Barrel
• Long Tubes
• Side Pipes
• Tremec TKO500 Five Speed
• 8.8 Inch Rear
• 3.55 Rear Gears
• Fully Independent Suspension
• Coilovers
• Four Wheel Disc Brakes
• Knock Off Wheels
• Nitto Tires
• Build Book / Owner's Manual
• Maintenance Records
Unlike the original car, this modern 1965 Shelby Cobra Backdraft
427 features a fully independent suspension with coilovers at all
four corners. A set of power disc brakes hides behind the 18-inch
wheels, which utilize real knock-off center caps and are shod in
low-profile Nitto rubber measuring 245/40R-18 up front and wider
295/40R-18 in the rear. While the original Shebly Cobras are
skyrocketing in price well beyond most people's disposable cash
income level, this Backdraft 427 offers up everything that made the
original car special. It combines it with the benefits of modern
technology to make it an even more well-rounded performer than
could be had sixty years ago. Don't wait, call today!
*Please note this car is being sold with a clear Texas title and is
titled as a 2020 Roadster w/ the Remarks: Replica 1965 Roadster
Vehicle Details
1965 Shelby Cobra
Listing ID:CC-1982048
Price:$98,995
Location:Ft Worth, Texas
Year:1965
Make:Shelby
Model:Cobra
Exterior Color:Sterling Gray
Interior Color:Black
Transmission:Manual
Odometer:5868
Stock Number:7703-DFW
VIN:AE9BMAAH0L1MT1072
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