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Not Sold (Est: £748,040 - £935,050)

1964 Shelby 289 Cobra

United States • 16 Aug 2025

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AI Listing Summary

This 1964 Shelby Cobra, chassis CSX 2289, boasts a rich history, having been retained by Shelby American Inc. as a demonstrator. It features a rare Bright Blue over Red color scheme, matching-numbers engine, and significant originality, enhanced by recent specialist servicing. Displayed at Pebble Beach, it's a well-preserved example ready for touring or concours events.

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Condition 

8

The car is described as being in wonderfully unrestored condition in 2007. Recent mechanical and cosmetic attention was performed by Cobra Specialist Rare Drive Inc. in spring 2023 at a cost of over $70,000. The car is described as a charismatic, largely original Cobra that can be driven and enjoyed as originally intended. The car retains its serial-numbered body panels, much of its original red leather upholstery, and its 289 engine.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

CSX 2289

Odometer:

7,600 miles

Reg Number:

[Reg Number]

RHD/LHD:

[RHD/LHD]

Chassis: CSX 2289

Engine: PA4550



Desirable Late-Production, Rack and Pinion 289 Cobra

Retained by Shelby American Inc.

as a Demonstrator Through 1964

Presented in Extremely Rare Original Bright Blue over Red Color Scheme

Displayed in the Postwar Preservation Class at the 2010 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance®

Recent Mechanical and Cosmetic Attention by Cobra Specialist Rare Drive Inc.

Retains Matching-Numbers Engine, T-10 Gearbox, and Stamped Body Panels



289 CID OHV Hi-Po V-8 Engine

Single 4-Barrel Autolite Carburetor

271 BHP at 6,000 RPM

4-Speed Borg-Warner T-10 Manual Gearbox

4-Wheel Girling Disc Brakes

4-Wheel Independent Suspension with Transverse Leaf Springs, Lower Wishbones, and Shock Absorbers



Of all the great sports cars built during the 1960s, few possess the mystique of the Shelby Cobra.

Envisioned by famed racing driver Carroll Shelby and developed by his team of talented engineers, the Cobra successfully combined the best qualities of...

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£88,254

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£754,622

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£2,957,095

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