The 427 Shelby® Cobra®. Elvis®, wow!  How many registered trademarks can I get into one sentence

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The 427 Shelby® Cobra®. Elvis®, WOW! What a car.

Reputedly Elvis Presleys favourite cars this number 11 Shelby Cobra from his movie “Spinout,” would go on to be one of the most recognizable Shelby Cobras in the world.

Reproduced by Franklin Mint in tremendous detail it has features such as doors which are hinged at the front.  Positional front wheels to enhance your display.  Fully functioning suspension.  A hinged and operational hood and the same with the trunk.

Elvis' favourite

Technical Specifications

• Engine: V-8
• Displacement: 427 Cubic Inches
• Horsepower: 425 HP @ 6,500 RPM
• Torque: 480 LBS-FT @ 3,500 RPM
• Bore & Stroke: 4.24 x 3.78 Inches
• Compression Ratio: 10.4:1
• Wheelbase: 90 Inches
• Wheels: Cast-Magnesium Halibrand
• Induction System: Two Four-Barrel Carburetors

Tags: Cars from Movies, Elvis Presley, Famous Cars, Shelby Cobra

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