The 289ci HiPo V8 is fed by a four-barrel carburetor mounted on a high-rise aluminum intake manifold and was factory rated at 306 horsepower and 329 lb-ft of torque in Shelby trim. Work completed within the past two years by Cobra Automotive, Inc. included installation of a Holley 715-cfm carburetor, a rebuild of the fuel pump, refinishing of the valve covers, and replacement of the starter, valve cover gaskets, and engine and transmission mounts.
Power is delivered to the wheels through a rebuilt three-speed automatic transmission fitted with a replacement torque convertor.
Shelby American Automobile Club correspondence indicates that the serial number SFM6S1956 aligns with the Ford serial number recorded in their files. A copy of the order sheet for Hertz Corporation indicates delivery to Larson Ford, and optional equipment. Additional Shelby documentation and service records. Hertz-branded apparel and memorabilia will accompany the car.
The cabin features front bucket seats that were recently retrimmed in black vinyl over replacement foam, and are accompanied by a folding rear bench. A Ford-branded AM radio is mounted in the center of the dashboard along with a competition brake warning sticker, and additional equipment includes a dash-mounted tachometer and latch-and-link harnesses for both occupants.
Instrumentation consists of a 140-mph speedometer flanked by gauges for fuel level, oil pressure, coolant temperature, and battery voltage.
The five-digit odometer shows 80k miles.
