Just some quick history on the 1965 Ford Shelby Cobra 427S/C series 4000 continuation cars.
The Shelby Cobra is arguably one of the world's most famous and recognizable sports cars in history. Today's CSX 4000 / CSX 6000 Series 427 S/C component vehicles from Shelby Automobiles, nc. are everything the 1965 models were, nd more. The authenticity of each vehicle is documented by Shelby CSX numbers and a manufacturer's Statement of Origin (MSO) from Shelby Automobiles signed by Carroll Shelby himself. Improvements include a stronger steel frame and better alloys used in the components, lus better cooling and additional heat shielding to make these cars safer and more drivable without losing any of their original character. With 0-60 MPH under four seconds, nd 12 second quarter mile performance, ou'll know exactly what it's like to drive a true American legend. Bodies are available in fiberglass, arbon fiber and aluminum. Performance specifications listed are derived from a CSX 4000 / CSX 6000 component vehicle equipped with a customer installed aluminum block Shelby 427 cubic inch V8.When you were looking to purchase a 1965 Shelby CSX4000 series, he following is what you had to choose from:
Standard Equipment: · High Strength Fiberglass Body · Show Quality Paint (assorted colors available) · Original Frame Configuration: 4" round tube main rails, 120 wall thickness, 0" wheelbase · Original Four Wheel Independent Suspension with Dual A-Arms and Coil-over Shocks · Rack & Pinion Steering · Baer Brakes with Shelby Inscribed Calipers · 15" Halibrand Style Pin Drive Wheels · Headers & Side Pipes · Shelby Aluminum Differential with Dana 44 Gears, .54 to 1 Ratio · S/C Dash Layout with Signature Series Auto Meter Gauges · 15" Original Style Wood Rim Steering Wheel · Windshield Wipers, ind Wings, nd Sun Visors · Aluminum Fender Closeout Panels, ront and Rear · Full Carpeting, ncluding Trunk · Chrome Roll Bar · 4 Core Aluminum Radiator · 23 Gallon Fuel Cell Available Options: · Aluminum or Carbon Fiber Body · Choice of FE Big Block, 51 Windsor, r 302 Exhaust Headers · Jet Coated Headers and Side Pipes, ide Pipe Heat Shields · Leather Interior Package · Street Car Interior with Glove Box and Side View Mirrors · Chrome Bumper Over Riders, ront and Rear · Chrome Hoop Bumpers, ront and Rear · 16" & 17" Wheel and Tire Packages · Differential Oil Cooler System · 42 Gallon Racing Fuel Cell · Lemans Striping Package · Heater/Defroster · Door Map Pockets · Floor Mats, onneau cover, ustom Car Cover Now, lease take a close look at this 1965 Shelby Cobra CSX4000 series. But be warned, nce you’re behind the wheel of this super AC Car, e sure to buckle up for the driving experience of your life. This authentic 1965 Shelby CSX4000 series with the 427 S/C engine is outfitted with:
- Shelby intake manifold;
- Holly 850CFM carb;
- Turkey pan;
- Stellings and Helltoings air cleaner with K&N filter;
- Shelby valve covers;
- MSD ignition ensemble;
- Painted header tank;
- High-volume oil pump with oil cooler;
- 4 core aluminum radiator;
- Thermostatically controlled electric fan;
- Black headers & side pipes;
- Tremec TKO 5-speed transmission;
- Shelby aluminum IRS differential housing;
- Rugged Dana 44 gear s (3:54:1 gear ration);
- Aluminum fender closeout panels front & rear;
- Rolling stock: painted and polished 15” original Halibrand-style pin drive wheels;
- Stainless steel knockoffs;
- Original style round tube frame with 4” main frame rails;
- Dual A-arm and coil over shocks;
- Rack and pinion steering;
- SS fuel tank;
- Shelby race quality 12” 4-piston front disc brakes;
- 2-piston rear brakes;
- Shelby calipers;
- Dual master cylinders;
- Shelby gauges;
- Reverse winding speedometer;
- Original styled Moto Lita hardwood rimmed steering wheel;
- Legend correct catches, eat belts and fittings;
- Leather seats;
- Map pockets;
- All Shelby badges;
- Carroll Shelby’s personal autograph on glove box;
- Floor mats.
In fairness to all, am not revealing the reserve price. If you are interested in owning this Shelby, lease place a bid TO OWN ONLY NOT TO PASS TIME. If it does not make reserve, may contact the high bidder depending on what the highest amount was on the last bid.
GOOD LUCK ON YOUR BIDDING.