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That request became […]","datePublished":"2021-03-01","dateModified":"2021-03-01","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Rare-1966-Shelby-Cobra-Super-Snake-feature.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Rare-1966-Shelby-Cobra-Super-Snake-feature.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/rare-shelby-cobra-heads-for-auction\/","about":["Cars","CLASSIC CARS","LATEST CAR NEWS"],"wordCount":452,"keywords":["shelby","Shelby Cobra","Super Snake"],"articleBody":"Love of a particular design is always going to be subjective \u2013 one person\u2019s dream Ferrari is another\u2019s less than beautiful sports car. Yet it\u2019s hard to argue against the timeless, yet nostalgic curved designs from the stable of Shelby\/AC Cobra. The sleek designs are generally thought to be some of the most iconic, and have inspired many similar kit-car designs since Carroll Shelby tentatively requested that AC build him a compact V8-powered sports car in 1961.That request became the CSX 2000 with that V8 engine somehow squeezed into the original chassis of an AC Ace. This one-of-a-kind (indeed, the only Cobra for just over half a year) was capable of 0-62mph in just 4.2 seconds (as tested by Road & Track in 1962) and sold at auction for $13.75 million four years ago.Now, step forward into the light Shelby\u2019s very own Cobra Super Snake with Carroll Shelby\u2019s autograph on the dashboard. The Super Snake is one of only two models to ever to see production and dates back to 1966. Sadly, the other Super Snake met an untimely end diving into the Pacific from a cliff top along with its driver, so this is now the only one that remains.The twin-supercharged Shelby Cobra 427 Super Snake will be offered for auction by Barrett-Jackson from March 20-27 during the company\u2019s 50th anniversary Scottsdale collector car auction. Barrett-Jackson should be quite familiar with the Shelby Super Snake by now, having previously sold the car twice; the first time to Ron Pratte for $5.5 million in 2007 creating a world record amount for a Shelby Cobra. Pratte then used Barrett-Jackson once more to move the car on for $5.115 million in 2017.CEO of Barrett-Jackson, Craig Jackson, describes this classic Shelby Super Snake as \u2018arguably one of the most iconic, and important, American sports cars ever built\u2019, citing how the aforementioned Road & Track described it as \u2018the Cobra to end all Cobras\u2019.The 1966 Shelby Cobra 427 Super Snake was actually built for personal street use for Carroll Shelby (Shelby was once allegedly pulled over by Nevada Highway Patrol doing 190mph in this very car), and the vehicle itself came from one of the 23 competition 427 Cobras that were built. Twin Paxton superchargers were added and connected to a three-speed auto transmission capable of handling the power generated by the 427ci V8 engine.The 50th anniversary Scottsdale auction will feature some other rather special vehicles too, like a perfect 1969 Chevvy Camaro Indy Pace Car \u2013 a genuine Indy 500 convertible pace vehicle. Though the Shelby Cobra Super Snake will be the only vehicle up for sale with a set reserve minimum price.Please visit Barrett Jackson.co.uk to find out more about this auction.Images:\u00a0Barrett\u00a0Jackson"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Rare Shelby Cobra Heads for Auction","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/rare-shelby-cobra-heads-for-auction\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]