Shelby introduces 50th Anniversary 427 Cobra

Shelby American is celebrating the 50th birthday of the iconic big block Cobra with a limited-edition model.
Appropriately dubbed 50th Anniversary 427 Cobra, the roadster adopts a discreet appearance and it only stands out from a regular Cobra thanks to gold badges all around and 15-inch Shelby spec wheels. Cars built out of carbon fiber can exclusively be ordered in Guardsman Blue with Wimbledon white stripes, while cars crafted out of aluminum are available blue or in polished aluminum.

The interior has been upgraded with a special three-spoke wood-rimmed steering wheel and 50th anniversary floor mats. Vinyl upholstery comes standard and leather is available at an extra cost.

Shelby explains that it chose to pay homage to the big block Cobra because it is one of the most significant American sports cars ever built.

“The big block Shelby Cobra changed the way the world viewed American manufacturers when Carroll Shelby introduced it in January of 1965,” explained Jon Conway, Shelby’s co-CEO.

Set to debut at the Barrett-Jackson auction that will take place in Arizona next month, the commemorative Cobra will be limited to just 50 examples. The car will cost $119,995 when equipped with a fiberglass body or $179,995 when fitted with an aluminum body. The engine bay will be empty regardless of which body material is chosen, meaning buyers will have to source and install an engine and a transmission at an extra cost.

Shelby introduces 50th Anniversary 427 Cobra