For Sale: 1966 Ford Shelby Cobra in Benson, North Carolina

Vehicle Description

Carolina Muscle Cars inc., is pleased to have this 1966 Shelby Cobra FE 427 in showroom. Powered by the legendary Shelby CSX-780 FE 427 engine, this cobra is truly one of a kind example.

The engine was professionally built by Redline Automotive using genuine Shelby parts. The parts used are the CSX-780 FE block, this block alone Shelby has rated at around 1500hp capabilities. The additional Shelby American parts used with the engine include Heads, Valve covers, Intake manifold, water pump and timing cover. As you can see this was a no expense spare engine with over $19,000 in receipts.

This Cobra is paired with a 5 speed transmission and puts the power to the ground through a ford 9in rear end. The engine runs extremely strong. The transmission feels smooth and great shifting through the gears and the clutch has a great engagement. Overall this Cobra has a ton of power and is a blast to drive.

Some features include:
Shelby America CSX-780 427CID FE Engine
Tremec 5 Speed
Smiths Gauges
Cobra teak wood steering wheel
MSD Ignition
Power Brakes
Electric Fans
Side Exit Exhaust
Blue Exterior
Black Interior
ACI 4 Point Harness
Goodyear Eagle Tires
BFG Radial T/A tires

This Cobra is finished in dark blue metallic paired with a black interior. The paint on this Cobra looks great and has a deep shine. To top off the blue this cobra has knock off style wheels and correct Shelby Goodyear Eagle tires. The tires came from Shelby American directly and are a 26.5x8-15 front and a 26.5x10.5-15 rear. In addition to that this Cobra is fitted with painted side pipes exhaust as well as bumper deletes to give it that sporty vintage race look.

The interior of this Cobra is in excellent shape with no rips or tears. It is finished with black seats and a black wrapped dashboard. It features correct Cobra Smiths gauges, aux fan controls and a Shelby woodgrain steering wheel. The gauges feature a reverse speedometer, oil and water temperature, oil pressure, a fuel gauge, and an amperage gauge. In addition, there is a correct top loader styler shifter to further enhance the experience of driving a factory Cobra.

As you can see this Shelby Cobra is an excellent example of a recreation Cobra, with many features that you would find on a real Cobra. Between the Shelby engine and the top loader styler shifter this Cobra gives you that genuine feel of what a Cobra feels like. If you are in the market for an excellent recreation Cobra please give this one a look. Call CMC today!

We have competitive financing options in place

Trades are always welcomed

Contact CMC today. Let us help you with the car of your dreams

Carolina Muscle Cars Inc,

301 S. Wall Street

Benson, NC 27504

919-701-1070

Vehicle Details

  • 1966 Ford Shelby Cobra
  • Listing ID: CC-2045549
  • Price: $54,500
  • Location:Benson, North Carolina
  • Year:1966
  • Make:Ford
  • Model:Shelby Cobra
  • Exterior Color:BLUE
  • Interior Color:Black
  • Transmission:Manual
  • Odometer:4857
  • Stock Number:1304
  • VIN:D-0067
Listed By:
Carolina Muscle Cars Inc.
301 S. Wall Street
Benson, NC 27504

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