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Shelby 289 Cobra Roadster, 1963

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Chassis No.: CSX2105

Auction: Monterey 2026

Auction date: August 15, 2026

Lot No.: R120

  • Engine: V-8
  • Transmission: Manual
  • Exterior: Guardsman Blue
  • Interior: Black
  • Body: Roadster
  • The 105th of 126 Mark 1 Cobras produced
  • 1 of just 51 in this series fitted with the later desirable 289 CI V-8 engine
  • Weber downdraft 2-barrel carburetors
  • 4-speed manual transmission
  • No expense spared bare metal restoration completed September 2024
  • Finished as-delivered new in Guardsman Blue with Black leather interior
  • Billed to Shelby American on April 1,1963 and sold new from Coventry Motors, Walnut Creek, California
  • Documented ownership history
  • Center-zip tonneau cover, side curtains and convertible top with top-bows included
  • Door hinge plates, left side hood latch and boot latch all display the chassis no. 105
  • Converted worm and gear steering to rack and pinion (the removed steering bracket with CSX2105 stamping is included with the sale)
  • Smiths gauges
  • Ray Brown seat belts
  • Chrome wire wheels with dual ear knock-off hubs

CSX2105, Early Production 289 Cobra, Extensive Restoration

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