Shelby Cobra sells out

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The 50th anniversary Cobra was unveiled during a Barrett-Jackson classic car auction in Arizona.
Paul Gover
2 Feb 2011
1 min read

A re-make of the open-topped speed machine - that jammed an American V8 into an old-school British roadster in the 1960s - sold out with 48 hours.  The 50th anniversary Cobra was unveiled during a Barrett-Jackson classic car auction in Scottsdale, Arizona and two days later all 50 cars were gone.

"The strong demand for these cars proves that the Shelby Cobra is still as desirable and sought-after today as it was 50 years ago," 
says John Luft, president of Shelby American.

Carroll Shelby's company is now focussed on hot-up work on the current Ford Mustang, with a range of models and pricetags. Shelby American has a giant factory at Las Vegas, inside the grounds of the giant speedway that hosts IndyCar and NASCAR races.

The 50th anniversary Cobra cars are all planned with black bodywork, a wine-coloured leather interior and wire wheels. Prices in the USA started at $69,995 with a fibreglass body and $134,995 with aluminium panels.

Paul Gover
Paul Gover is a former CarsGuide contributor. During decades of experience as a motoring journalist, he has acted as chief reporter of News Corp Australia. Paul is an all-round automotive expert and specialises in motorsport.
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