Overview

1965 Shelby Cobra

Kirkham 0501

With only 353 total big block aluminum Shelby Cobras were built in the 1960s, this Kirkham built roadster is as close to one of the first-generation cars ever built. From the brushed aluminum body to the functional hood scoop, polished stripes, black aluminum quick jacks and jet-black stainless steel side pipes, this car is all business. The handsome body is highlighted by curvaceous fenders, stainless steel satin black roll bar on the driver's side, Raydot style driver's mirror and beautiful craftsmanship.

A Shelby Aluminum 427FE V8 stroked to 511cid powers the mighty sports car. Balanced, blueprinted, dyno tested and tuned, the engine churns out an incredible 644HP and 607 lbs./ft of torque. The lightweight aluminum block has all the right goodies including a Scat billet crankshaft, Lunati Pro Mod rods, Diamond Pistons, Crane Lifters, an Aviad oil pan, Stage III CNC ported heads and Shelby valve covers. The engine sends all that power to a Tremec 5 Speed manual with a Lakewood bellhousing that was indexed and cut for the Kirkham car.

The billet suspension maximizes the car's handling while stainless steering shafts and U-joints were installed to handle all the power. Avon CR6ZZ tires are fitted all around to put the power to the pavement.

The beautiful cockpit hosts Kirkham gauges, a Moto-Lita leather-wrapped steering wheel, leather seats and dash cover. Other key features include Kirkham billet adjustable seat tracks, Stroud 5-point harness on the driver's side, billet pedals and pedal stand, Wilton Wool carpeting with matching floor mats and a traditional rectangular-style-center-mounted mirror to watch cars disappear in your wake. An H3 halon fire bottle with billet was mounted on rear bulkhead with a quick release for safety while a fresh air system on driver side and heat shield for the foot boxes improves comfort.

This Kirkham 427 KMP/SC is titled under California SB100 Smog Exemption. It has only 1,319 miles on the odometer and is available for $249,950.