The 1963 Shelby Cobra 289 is a rare and historic vehicle, being the first of six total LeMans production spec cars built by Shelby American in Venice, CA. It was also the first factory-constructed racecar from Shelby, boasting an extensive racing history and a ground-up restoration done by Bill Murray.

In 1963, AC Cars partnered with Carroll Shelby to race at Le Mans, preparing two cars with magnesium wheels, larger fender flares, an FIA hood scoop, a 37-gallon fuel tank, and a moderately tuned 4.7-liter V8. The car was later modified to compete in domestic SCCA/USRRC road racing events, outfitted with a high-output 289 V8, four 48 IDM Weber carburetors, and other performance enhancements.

CSX2136, the first Shelby American Factory Team Cobra, was built as a racecar at the AC Cars Factory in England. It debuted at a September 8 SCCA/USRRC event at Elkhart Lake, finishing fourth overall and winning the GT class. The car went on to achieve numerous notable victories, including a first overall and first in class at the inaugural running of the ARRC National Championships in 1964 at Riverside.

After its racing career, CSX2136 was sold to Ed Leslie, who repainted the car black and nicknamed it 'Snake.' Leslie drove the Cobra to several victories, including the 1964 ARRC finale at Riverside. The car was later sold to Foster Alexander, who campaigned it throughout the northwest, achieving a third-place finish at the 1965 ARRC National Championships in Daytona.

In 1992, the car underwent a meticulous restoration by Bill Murray, returning it to its original 1963 configuration as a Shelby Team racer. The restoration earned a first-place award in the AACA's Junior Competition Car division. The car has since been carefully stored and maintained in collections.

CSX2136 is an incredibly rare vehicle, being one of only six competition Cobras ever built and the first of only three Factory Team LeMans Production Cobra's. Its record on the racetrack, both with Team Shelby and in the hands of individual enthusiasts, is stunning and contributed to the early racing dominance of the Shelby Cobra in the US.

The car has undergone the 'Canepa Difference' process, which includes a comprehensive mechanical inspection, concours-level detailing, and any necessary restorations. CSX2136 is now available for sale, offering a unique opportunity to own a piece of racing history.