This Series 1 represents Carroll Shelby’s vision for a no-compromises performance car that combines modern technology with the visceral thrill of the original Cobra. This car has the production number 124; only 249 similar machines were produced in 1999. It is confirmed by the correct 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number. Exotic, expensive and with a fascinating story, these cars are a fantastic monument to an extraordinary man.

Fabricated in Shelby’s facility adjacent to Las Vegas Motor Speedway, the Series 1 has a lightweight aluminum chassis with aluminum honeycomb panels specially designed and bonded into the floor boards and rocker panels for added structure and stiffness. The body panels were carbon fiber and fiberglass laminate. The engine, torque-tube, transaxle and damper mounts were all rubber-isolated from the frame. A six-speed ZF transmission was specially configured to connect with the engine and mounted just behind the front axle. The Series 1 has a near-perfect 49/51 front-to-rear weight distribution. Race inspired independent unequal-length control arm front and rear suspension anchored by large 18-inch wheels with special Goodyear Eagle F1 tires along with massive disc brakes. The wheels are 10-inches wide in the front and 12-inches in the rear for getting the power to the ground.

Powered by an Oldsmobile 4.0-liter L47 Aurora V-8 engine with 320 horsepower at 6,500-rpm and 290-lb/ft, the Shelby Series 1 will run 0- to 60-mph in less than 4.5-seconds and records 12.8 seconds in the quarter-mile at 112-mph. Top speed is stated at 185-mph, some 15-mph faster than the 427 Shelby Cobra. The car weighs in at only 2,650 pounds.

This fabulous example is presented in silver with an orange center stripe with black custom leather interior. With less than 500 actual miles, the Shelby is in wonderful overall condition. Costing $181,000 as the original base price in 1999, this car has power seats, AM/FM stereo tape system and air conditioning. Mr. Shelby’s stitched-in factory signature is found in the seat backrests and mats.