If you have ever been in the market for a “Cobra” or had the idea of owning one of the most iconic sports car of all time, this is the site for you. The members of the Cobra Authority community have spent years studying and researching these amazing automobiles and this site is the culmination […]
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1967 Shelby Cobra 427 S/C CSX3042
CSX3042 Vehicle Information and History: 1 of 29 Original Factory 427 S/C Cobras Produced Five owners since new 10,760 original miles Original engine Delivered new to Grappone Ford in New Hampshire John Grappone retained ownership of the car until 1982, making CSX3042 the last ‘New’ Cobra ever sold Dan Turman of Connecticut purchased the car […]
1966 Shelby Cobra 427 CSX3237
CSX3237 Vehicle Information and History: Built in May 1966, CSX 3237 is an iconic Shelby Cobra finished in red with a black interior. Previous owners of CSX 3237 include J. Rhoades Moore, French Hickman, and Phil Combs. Originally equipped with a powerful 428 cu. in. V8 engine. Underwent a restoration in the 1980s, bringing it […]
1964 Shelby Cobra 289 CSX2518
CSX2518 – Shelby Cobra Vehicle Information and History: Documented in the Shelby Cobra Registry Authentic rack & pinion street Cobra Restored both mechanically and cosmetically Concours-level black paint work performed by Canepa 1,511 miles since restoration Shelby Cobra, chassis number CSX2518, first came through Canepa’s doors by Roger Werner Jr. of Greenwich, CT, founder of […]
1964 Shelby Cobra 289 CSX2416
CSX2416 Vehicle Information and History: The only factory Stage III 289 Street Cobra ever built One of the most highly optioned 289 Cobras ever with a staggering original 1964 MSRP of $8,684.05 Original engine Delivered new to Frye’s Ford of Belleville, Kansas Originally finished in Princess Blue but changed to Rangoon Red for the original […]
1964 Shelby Cobra 289 CSX2421
CSX2421 Vehicle Information and History: Chassis number CSX 2421 was shipped to Los Angeles and initially invoiced to Jerry Watson Ford in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Shelby voided the invoice and brought the car back to Los Angeles for sale at Hi-Performance Motors. The car’s whereabouts between 1965 and 1973 are not well-documented. Bill and Kathy […]
1964 Shelby Cobra 289 CSX2216
CSX2216 Vehicle Information and History: CSX 2216 is an iconic AC Cobra with a fascinating history that dates back to October 1963. Originally invoiced by AC Cars Limited, the body of CSX 2216 was finished in white with red trim and shipped to Shelby American, Inc. in Venice, California. The car was equipped with a […]
1966 Shelby Cobra 427 CSX3173
CSX3173 Vehicle Information and History: Impressively original with known ownership history since new Original window sticker Delivered new to Archway Motors in Baltimore, Maryland Original 427 CI 2×4 BBL engine 8 documented owners from 1966-1987 Exported to Japan in 1987 Shipped back to the United States and purchased by Steven Juliano in 2010 Repainted in […]
1962 Shelby Cobra 260 CSX2000
CSX2000 Vehicle Information and History: CSX 2000, also known as the “Pilot Cobra,” holds immense historical significance as the first-ever Shelby Cobra. Built in 1962, CSX 2000 served as the prototype for all subsequent Cobra models. It was the brainchild of Carroll Shelby, who aimed to create a powerful American sports car capable of challenging […]
1965 Shelby Cobra 427 CSX3169
CSX3169 Vehicle Information and History: CSX3169 was built on work order #18044 opened on 10/1/65 and finished 12/1/65. Upon completion, the car was delivered to Hayward Motors and sold on 12/13/65 to J.S. Toma. This car was brought back to Hayward in April of 1966 for warranty work. The next known owner was Kevin Nugent, […]
1967 Shelby Cobra 427 CSX3279
CSX3279 Vehicle Information and History: Full body-off concours restoration by Canepa ensures exceptional quality and authenticity. Restored to its period-correct condition green acrylic paint and original black interior. SAAC Registry documented Cobra, providing provenance and historical significance. Retains original Sunburst wheels, an iconic design element of the Shelby Cobra. Powered by a meticulously rebuilt 427-cubic […]
1965 Shelby Cobra 289 CSX2588
CSX2588 Vehicle Information and History: The last Shelby 289 Cobra sold to the public and second-to-last built, the latter CSX2589 having been retained by Carroll Shelby and his family since new CSX2588 is the last 4-speed 289 Cobra Roadster built, CSX2599 is an automatic CSX2588 retains its original chassis, body, engine and drivetrain 289 CI […]
1966 Shelby Cobra 427 “Super Snake” CSX3015
CSX3015 Vehicle Information and History: CSX3015, an iconic AC Cobra 427 Competition roadster, embarked on a European promotional tour in 1965 alongside CSX3014 and two R-model Shelby’s. It was later transformed into the legendary “Super Snake” and reclassified as a 427 Cobra Semi-Competition (S/C) in the late 1960s. The Super Snake modification allowed CSX3015 to […]
1965 Shelby Cobra 289 Dragonsnake CSX2427
CSX2427 Vehicle Information and History: Recognized as the finest and most authentic factory-built Dragonsnake in existence Comprehensive documentation tracing ownership history since its initial purchase Painstaking restoration carried out by Steven Juliano and Dave Riley, utilizing exclusively new old stock (NOS) and original components, including tires and service items One of only five factory-built 289 […]
1965 Shelby Cobra 289 CSX2445
CSX2445 Vehicle Information and History: CSX2445 arrived in Los Angeles on June 6, 1964, and was initially sold to Broadway Motors in the Kansas City area. The car underwent a restoration following a highway incident in 1969 by Pat Crowley of Redondo Beach, California. Jerry Tarble of Illinois added performance upgrades to CSX2445, including rare […]