For Sale: 1962 Shelby 289 Cobra in Irvine, California

In 1962 Carroll Shelby, one of America's greatest race car drivers began a new chapter in his storied career with the legendary Cobra sports car. A piece of of this sports car's "DNA" is part of every subsequent Shelby vehicle. Shelby built his first Cobra, using the new small block Ford engine, in a rented shop. An instant global sensation, it was featured on the cover of magazines with glowing reviews.

The lightweight, reliable and powerful roadster was pure American. Today's CSX8000 Series Cobra is modeled after that first car using the same original suspension and body lines. With a few modern upgrades in materials and design for safety and performance improvements, the small block street Cobra is as thrilling to drive as the first cars built in the 1960s.

CSX8045 is a beautiful example of what an aluminum cobra can be. A Shelby CSX8000 ordered in aluminum body with a polished finish. CSX8045 has beautiful lines with a stunning concourse ready finish. For added pedigree, this aluminum Shelby cobra was completed by world renowned Cobra Doctor himself, Mike McCluskey. CSX8045 is completed with a 302 Crate Engine making 360HP and 330TQ. It is paired to a Tremec TKX, the best 5 speed manual Tremec offer. Fresh Air Vents, Glove Box, Grab Handle, and Leather Interior finish off this beautiful Shelby Cobra. Sold on Shelby MCO for $379,950.