1965 Shelby Cobra-Replica

Offered for sale is a beautifully presented 1965 Shelby Cobra Venom 427 Replica, finished in striking Astro Blue with white racing stripes over a clean black interior. This is a factory-built South African Performance Cars Venom, not a homebuilt garage kit, and it shows only 2,140 miles.

Performance Cars is known among Cobra enthusiasts for producing high-quality factory-built Cobra recreations, coming from the same South African Cobra-replica tradition as better-known manufacturers such as Backdraft and Superformance. While Performance Cars may be less widely recognized in the U.S., the Venom models are respected for their solid construction, refined road manners, and more comfortable design compared with many basic kit-car builds.

This Venom 427 delivers the classic open-top Cobra experience: aggressive roadster stance, side-pipe attitude, lightweight feel, rear-wheel-drive character, and a proper 5-speed manual transmission. Power comes from a 351 Ford V8 paired with the manual gearbox, giving the car strong torque, quick throttle response, and excellent power-to-weight performance in a lightweight roadster.

The Performance Cars Venom 427 was designed as a more refined Cobra recreation, with the timeless look enthusiasts want: long hood, wide fenders, short rear deck, black cockpit, Halibrand-style wheels, side-exit exhaust, and the unmistakable blue-and-white Cobra presentation. The South African-built Venom cars are also known for their slightly wider cabin and longer wheelbase compared with original-style Cobras, offering improved comfort while still retaining the iconic Cobra look and feel.

The car presents beautifully inside and out, with excellent curb appeal, very low mileage, and a clean, classic appearance. It is ideal for someone who wants the Cobra experience V8 power, open-air driving, manual transmission, side pipes, and dramatic styling in a high-quality factory-built recreation.

Please note: Venom 427 is the model designation, not the engine displacement. This car is powered by a 351 Ford V8, not a 427 big-block.

This is a replica/recreation, not an original Shelby Cobra. Serious inquiries welcome. Additional photos, walk-around video, and inspections available upon request.