The Shelby Cobra 427 Super Snake is pure American muscle legend—short fuse, insane power, zero apologies.

Shelby Cobra 427 Super Snake (1966–1967)

The most powerful and extreme Cobra ever built—and one of the rarest cars on the planet.

  Quick facts

  • Creator: Carroll Shelby

  • Type: High-performance roadster

  • Units made: 2 only

  • Engine: 7.0L (427 cu in) V8

  • Induction: Twin Paxton superchargers

  • Power: ~800 hp (yes, really)

  • Top speed: ~320 km/h (200 mph)

  • Transmission: 4-speed manual

 Collector value

  • In 2016, the surviving Shelby Cobra 427 Super Snake sold for $5.5 million+, making it one of the most expensive American cars ever sold.

  • Considered a holy grail for collectors.

Fun fact

Carroll Shelby once said the Super Snake was “a car that could kill you if you didn’t respect it.”
Honestly? Still true.