1967 Shelby Cobra for sale

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Carroll Shelby was notoriously picky when it came to his prized creation. He said on many occasions that he created the Cobra to be driven and, until the model's rarity made it worth a literal fortune, he wasn't above noting his disapproval when he saw one being trailered as opposed to being driven. Cobra Replicas embody that very spirit, affording all us 'regular folk' the opportunity to experience the Shelby experience. Not all Cobra reproductions are created equal, and it's pretty significant that cars like this 1967 Shelby Cobra by Unique Motorcars are typically the most sought-after in the replica arena. With a 427 Top Oiler big-block stroked to 482 cubes, a Holley Sniper EFI system feeding it, a Tremec 5-speed handling the gears, and a custom performance suspension and chassis keeping it planted to the road, it's an incredibly special machine.

Initially built in 1992, this is one of the only instances where a Cobra Replica has been around for so long that it actually gets restored. We first sold this car out of our Atlanta showroom way back in 2016, and after a couple years of enjoyment that buyer decided it was ready for an upgrade, so he embarked on a frame-off restoration in 2018, approximately 1005 miles ago. It got a new paint job, new interior, a rebuilt and upgraded drivetrain, and even a new frame and suspension. That tells us that this Cobra Replica is so special, that rather than just commission a brand-new kit to be built (which arguably might've been cheaper), the former owners wanted to keep it alive with a fresh refurbishment. The Cobra's timeless, low-centered form is instantly recognizable to any car enthusiast, but when you get a little closer to this one, you'll see it's no run of the mill kit car. The fit and finish on display here is very impressive - the body is well-aligned, with nice even gaps surrounding the doors and hood, and the flowing front and rear fenders are uniform and perfectly-sculpted. This '67 looks great in its Guardsman Blue paint - it's a great fit for this head turner and in very good, strong driver-quality form with a slick, deep shine. Those aren't stick-on decals either - the pair of signature white metallic stripes running over the hood and deck lid are painted on and show very clean edges and are buried underneath clearcoat. From the front bumper on back, all exterior fittings are also looking great, as are the side pipes, which have an ultra-clean appearance to suggest this coveted ride has been kept away from any potentially corrosive territory. A removeable soft top and cabin tonneau cover are also provided with the sale, so weather isn't going to stop you from getting behind the wheel.

Shelby reproductions are a sort of automotive blank slate and in many cases their interiors are often given minimal attention, but the one on display here suffers from no such shortcoming. Climb in and you'll be lowering yourself into a comfortable, sculpted leather bucket seat sporting a four-point racing harness that provides further evidence of this Cobra's prowess on the asphalt. The forward incline of the 5-speed manual shifter puts it within easy reach and as you peer beyond the woodgrain steering wheel (a Shelby staple), you'll find a thorough assortment of black-faced AutoMeter gauges and control knobs on the dash. Below, the black carpeting is still nice and fresh and insulates the cabin from the outside world, and a set of custom AC inscribed pedals are a great added touch. The trunk area is also finished-off nice and clean and you'll notice that there'll be no need to find a makeshift prop to keep the decklid open - the included strut is working just fine.

Despite its timeless, ultra-magnetic looks, the Cobra, as Shelby himself noted, was meant to be driven and this is a great performance-centric ride that's clicking on all proverbial cylinders – as far as power, handling and braking ability are concerned. The 427 Top Oiler High-Performance V8 residing in the engine compartment has been bored and stroked to a whopping 482 cubes, features 10.1:1 compression, runs on 93 Octane, and was rated at 470HP before it was ever even stroked. It's topped with a Holley Sniper EFI system, an Edelbrock aluminum intake, a full MSG ignition system and distributor, and breathes through block-hugging headers that feed into those cackling side pipes at the flanks. The big block packs quite a punch and is fittingly paired with a Tremec 5-speed manual transmission - one of the few that can be trusted to handle the engine's output, and the Jaguar rear end out back is more than capable of handling all that power as well. Dual electric fans team with a sizable aluminum radiator to keep operating temperatures in check, rack-and-pinion steering helps eat up the corners, while Wilwood 4-wheel disc brakes bring dependable, low-effort stops. Everything is new underneath, from the glossy black frame, the tubular A-arms up front, the 4-link in the rear, and the coilovers all-around. This Shelby scorches the pavement on a slick set of 15" Compomotive Motorsport rims wrapped in staggered 235/60/15 front and 295/50/15 rear Cooper Cobra radials with plenty of grip.

Beautifully restored and in excellent mechanical and aesthetic condition, this 1967 Unique Shelby Cobra is an outstanding representative of the legendary model. Call today!



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