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 |  |  | Roadster Chassis Num: CSX 3275 |
| Sold for $766,800 at 2007 RM Auctions. | |||
At auction, the lot was sold for $766,800.
By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2007
 | Roadster Chassis Num: CSX3299 |
 |  | Roadster Chassis Num: CSX 3294 |
In the capable hands of Ken Miles, Lew Spencer, and Bob Holbert, the Cobra's were able to outpace the more exotic marques.
More power was needed to battle the big-block Corvettes and other high-potent racers of the day, so Shelby turned to Ford with their 427 cid V8. It would be placed in the belly of the Cobra, but several significant modifications were needed before the vehicle could be safely operated. The original ladder frame, with its transverse leaf springs, had been designed for an 85-hosrepower engine. The 400 horsepower 427 was more than the setup could handle. Using Ford's computers, a much stiffer chassis with four-wheel independent coil-spring suspension was devised. The updates continued, with the removal of the six-inch wire wheels for much wider Halibrand magnesium wheels. Since the larger wheels would not fit under the standard fenders, the craftsmen at the A.C. factory in England gave the Cobra fender flares. In the front, a large front inlet was shaped to provide air to cool the engine. The result of these aesthetic changes was an aggressive appearance on a small, potent vehicle.
This 427 Cobra is CSX 3294 and houses a 427 cubic-inch V8 engine that is reported to produce an estimated 520 horsepower. It was damaged in the 1960s in a road accident and put away for many years. The disassembled car was later acquired by David Yanoff who began an extensive rebuilt. It was ultimately treated to a complete nut-and-bolt restoration by expert Geoff howard of Cobra Automotive of Wallingford, Connecticut.
During the restoration it was given the correct alloy S/C brake calipers, 36-gallon fuel tank, differential oil pump, transmission oil pump, factory roll bar and side pumps.
It is correct in every detail, has an outside fuel filler, a proper 427 'side-oiler' engine built to LeMans specifications, correct Halibrand wheels, 'quick jack' fittings in both front and rear, and a riveted hood scoop.
This car has been apart of the Michael Hammer Collection and was shown just once in 2007 where it was a class winner at the Beverly Hills Classics for Charity Show. Since the restoration in 2000, it has traveled a mere 300 miles.
In 2007 this 427 Cobra was brought to the Gooding & Company auction held in Pebble Beach, CA where it was estimated to sell for $750,000 - $850,000. Sadly, a buyer willing to satisfy the vehicles reserve was not found and the car left the auction unsold.
By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2008
 |  |  | Roadster Chassis Num: CSX 3307 |
In 1978, the car was traded to Larry Megibow of Butler, New Jersey, for a 289 Cobra (CSX 2268), along with some cash. Two years later it passed to Rick Nagel of Dallas, Texas and finally to Ken Eber, co-founder of the Shelby American Automobile Club (SAAC).
In the winter of 1982, the car was sold to Tom Conel of Irvine, California. While in his care, the car was treated to a restoration, and had it upgraded to full S/C specifications. The work included the proper extension of the rear fender flares, installation of rectangular taillights and a competition fuel-cap, and revision of the dashboard layout. An oil-cooler with the attending scoop, side-exit exhaust pipes and a hood-scoop were also added at that time. The Sunburst wheels were replaced with Halibrand magnesium wheels.
The car would pass through several more owners over the years, prior to coming into the care of its current owner.
In 2010, the car was offered for sale at the Gooding & Company auction held in Pebble Beach, CA. The car was estimated to sell for $650,000 - $750,000. It would leave the auction unsold.
By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2010
 |  |  | Roadster Chassis Num: CSX3360 |
The 427 cubic-inch engine, developing 410 horsepower, is coupled to a four-speed transmission and fitted with four-wheel disc brakes. The 2,355-pound vehicle has a top speed of 165 mph and will go from zero-to-sixty mph in just 4.2 seconds.
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The formula for the success of the Cobra came through a man named Carroll Shelby adapting a powerful Ford engine into a nimble, British sports car.
A.C. Cars of Thames Ditton in Surrey, England had been producing the Ace since 1954. It was designed by John Tojeiro and featured an independent suspension by transverse leaf springs. The tubular frame body of the vehicle took its styling cues from Ferrari. The original engine used in the Ace was a 1991 cc, over-head-cam engine designed by John Weller, the founder of AC, in the 1920s. In 1956, an optional Bristol engine became available. This was a BMW derived, 1971 cc six-cylinder engine that was capable of producing 125 horsepower. With the Bristol engine, the Ace captured many victories on the race tracks around the world. It even won the SCCA Class E championship three years in a row.
In 1959, Bristol ceased its six-cylinder engine production. When Bristol stopped supplying A.C. with the engine, the production of the Ace ceased. Carroll Shelby quickly negotiated a deal where A.C. would supply him with the chassis. Now all Shelby needed was an appropriate engine. In 1961, Ford introduced the 221 cubic-inch small block engine. This was a new lightweight, thin wall-cast, V8 engine that produced 164 horsepower. Shelby approached Ford about the use of the engine for the 2-seat sports car. Ford agrees.
In February of 1962, a 260 HiPo engine and Borg-Warner four-speed manual gearbox was fitted into the aluminum-bodied Cobras. The AC Shelby Ford Cobra was complete.
In April of 1962, the first Cobra with chassis CSX 2000 was painted yellow and shipped to the New York Auto Show where it appeared on the Ford display. The vehicle was an instant success and attracted much attention. Orders came faster than Shelby could build. The prototype CSX 2000 was continuously being repainted for magazine reviews. The purpose was to create an illusion that more Cobras existed.
In 1963 the engine size increased to 289 cubic-inches. Rack-and-pinion steering was added to the vehicle.
Two Cobras were entered into the grueling 24-Hours of Le Mans endurance race. Carroll Shelby himself drove one of the vehicles. Ford had refused to provide an engine so Shelby, with the help of A.C. cars and Ed Hugus, prepare the cars. One of the Cobras managed to capture a seventh place finish, a major accomplishment.
Dan Gurney became the first American driver to win an FIA race in an American car when he won the Bridgehampton 500KM race in September of 1963 while driving a Cobra.
In 1964, the Cobra returned to LeMans where it finished fourth overall and first in the GT class.
Near the end of 1964, the Cobra 427 was unveiled to the press. If featured a new tubular, aluminum body, coil spring chassis, and a 427 cubic-inch, 425 horsepower engine. The car was able to go from zero to 100 mph and back to zero in less than 14 seconds.
In 1967, the last 427 Cobra was built and in 1968, the last 427 Cobra was sold by Carroll Shelby.
Ford had shifted their resources to the new GT40 and modified Mustang programs. In 1966, three GT-40 Mark II's crossed the finish line at Le Mans capturing first, second, and third.
By Daniel Vaughan | Mar 2010
For more information and related vehicles, click hereA.C. Cars of Thames Ditton in Surrey, England had been producing the Ace since 1954. It was designed by John Tojeiro and featured an independent suspension by transverse leaf springs. The tubular frame body of the vehicle took its styling cues from Ferrari. The original engine used in the Ace was a 1991 cc, over-head-cam engine designed by John Weller, the founder of AC, in the 1920s. In 1956, an optional Bristol engine became available. This was a BMW derived, 1971 cc six-cylinder engine that was capable of producing 125 horsepower. With the Bristol engine, the Ace captured many victories on the race tracks around the world. It even won the SCCA Class E championship three years in a row.
In 1959, Bristol ceased its six-cylinder engine production. When Bristol stopped supplying A.C. with the engine, the production of the Ace ceased. Carroll Shelby quickly negotiated a deal where A.C. would supply him with the chassis. Now all Shelby needed was an appropriate engine. In 1961, Ford introduced the 221 cubic-inch small block engine. This was a new lightweight, thin wall-cast, V8 engine that produced 164 horsepower. Shelby approached Ford about the use of the engine for the 2-seat sports car. Ford agrees.
In February of 1962, a 260 HiPo engine and Borg-Warner four-speed manual gearbox was fitted into the aluminum-bodied Cobras. The AC Shelby Ford Cobra was complete.
In April of 1962, the first Cobra with chassis CSX 2000 was painted yellow and shipped to the New York Auto Show where it appeared on the Ford display. The vehicle was an instant success and attracted much attention. Orders came faster than Shelby could build. The prototype CSX 2000 was continuously being repainted for magazine reviews. The purpose was to create an illusion that more Cobras existed.
In 1963 the engine size increased to 289 cubic-inches. Rack-and-pinion steering was added to the vehicle.
Two Cobras were entered into the grueling 24-Hours of Le Mans endurance race. Carroll Shelby himself drove one of the vehicles. Ford had refused to provide an engine so Shelby, with the help of A.C. cars and Ed Hugus, prepare the cars. One of the Cobras managed to capture a seventh place finish, a major accomplishment.
Dan Gurney became the first American driver to win an FIA race in an American car when he won the Bridgehampton 500KM race in September of 1963 while driving a Cobra.
In 1964, the Cobra returned to LeMans where it finished fourth overall and first in the GT class.
Near the end of 1964, the Cobra 427 was unveiled to the press. If featured a new tubular, aluminum body, coil spring chassis, and a 427 cubic-inch, 425 horsepower engine. The car was able to go from zero to 100 mph and back to zero in less than 14 seconds.
In 1967, the last 427 Cobra was built and in 1968, the last 427 Cobra was sold by Carroll Shelby.
Ford had shifted their resources to the new GT40 and modified Mustang programs. In 1966, three GT-40 Mark II's crossed the finish line at Le Mans capturing first, second, and third.
By Daniel Vaughan | Mar 2010
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