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Behold the 1965 Shelby AC Cobra 427: more genuine than your grandma’s secret cookie recipe. This isn’t some wannabe kit car; it’s the bona fide, Carroll Shelby-certified CSX 4000 Series. With a mere 6.1 miles on the clock, this beast has seen less of the road than a hermit crab. So, buckle up for a ride that promises the thrill of a lifetime—just don’t blink, or you’ll miss it!
Carroll Shelby, the mastermind behind the iconic Shelby muscle cars, transformed the automotive world with his genius. From the sleek AC Cobra to the roaring Shelby Mustangs, he left tire tracks that are still followed today. Despite health challenges, Shelby’s passion never idled. His creations with Ford and Dodge, like the Viper and GT500, proved that horsepower and humor go hand in hand. Shelby’s legacy lives on, revving engines and hearts alike.
The British two-seater AC Cobra Roadster, originally powered by a BMW engine older than your grandpa’s jokes, got a cheeky upgrade when Carroll Shelby decided it needed a heart transplant. He swapped in a Chrysler V8 and later a Ford 260 V8, turning it into a road warrior. Fast forward to today, and we’ve got a snazzy modern replica featuring a carbon fiber skin. It’s as if the AC Cobra went on a futuristic diet, shedding pounds and adding flair, ready to race into the 21st century with style!
Who knew the fastest Mustang would be a 48-year-old electric daredevil? Meet Zombie 222, the brainchild of Blood Shed Motors in Austin, Texas, leaving the likes of Carroll Shelby and Mario Andretti eating its dust. While these legends clocked impressive speeds in their day, Zombie 222 has no need for gas, reaching jaw-dropping speeds that have left even the most die-hard petrolheads scratching their heads. Who says you can’t teach an old pony new tricks?
If you’re a car enthusiast, nothing screams nostalgia like a muscle car. These beasts from the ’60s and ’70s were more about roaring power than nimbleness, embodying the glory of the American auto industry. Here’s a countdown from GenCept’s poll of the top 10 muscle cars: kicking off with the 1970 Buick GSX, and climaxing with the legendary 1967 Shelby Mustang GT500. Spoiler alert: these rides aren’t just fast, they’re fast enough to make your grandma’s hair curl!
In 1965, Carroll Shelby took a Mustang, gave it a protein shake, a gym membership, and turned it into the GT350. Imagine a Mustang on a caffeine high; that’s what happens when you boost it from 271 to 306 horsepower. Shelby didn’t stop there—he tossed in a close-ratio transmission from his Cobra and souped-up the suspension, making the car handle like a caffeinated cheetah. All this magic happened in a Southern California factory, proving that sunshine and horsepower make a perfect blend.
Revving up the streets since the ’60s, the Shelby Mustang Cobra Jet line-up—GT 350, GT 500, and the rip-roaring GT 500 KR—brought muscle car enthusiasts a blend of track prowess and road-friendly charm. With engines packing more punch than a high-octane energy drink and a design slicker than a greased lightning bolt, these rides left Ferraris eating dust at Lemans. Ford’s “bread and butter” engines kept the horsepower high and the insurance premiums low, proving that sometimes, less is more—especially when it comes to horsepower stats!
Rev up your nostalgia engines because we’re taking a joyride back to 1965 with an authentic Shelby AC Cobra that’ll have your jaw dropping faster than a lead foot on the accelerator. Sporting a roaring 427 engine and the prestigious CSX 4000 Series badge, this isn’t just any classic—it’s the real McCoy, not some kit car imitation. And here’s the kicker: it’s clocked a mere 6.1 miles. That’s right, this beauty’s been more of a garage queen than a road warrior. Can you say “collector’s dream”?
In 1968, Ford revved up the Mustang GT/CS, a California dream on wheels. They planned for 5,000, but 4,118 hit the road, with 251 going rogue in Colorado as “High Country Special ’68.” The GT/CS, a Mustang with a beach vibe, featured fog lamps, hood pins, and stripes in a palette of primary colors. Lee Gray, Ford’s SoCal sales guru, crafted this beauty to combat the Camaro and Cougar. And the name? Could stand for “California Special,” but some say it’s a nod to Carroll Shelby’s magic touch.