Shelby's First-Ever Cobra Is Headed to the Auction Block

Monterey Car Week is always home to some noteworthy auctions, but this year's automotive showcase is one-upping past offerings by playing host to one of the most iconic American vehicles of all-time: Shelby's very first Cobra. Built back in 1962 and capable of a then incredible top-speed of 153 mph (not to mention acceleration from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.2 seconds), the legendary CSX 2000 is not only revered because it's the first-ever Cobra, but also because it differs significantly from future ...