The Championship Coupe also competed at Daytona (Bob Johnson and Tom Payne) Sebring (Bob Johnson and Tom Payne), Spa Francorchamps (Bob Bondurant), and Le Mans (Allen Grant and Jo Schlesser).

Our version of chassis CSX 2601, item #RLG18006, presents this famous Cobra Daytona Coupe as it crossed the finish line on that historic day of July 4, 1965 at Reims, France. A well deserved accomplishment for Shelby American, on American Independence Day!

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This replica features the optional L79 small-block V8 engine displacing 327 cubic inches and producing 350bhp.  This was the second most popular engine option in 1967, production just shy of the standard 300bhp 327 motor.

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To minimize time spent in the pits an air jack/oil/water system was added to the Penske Roadster. A set of three valves on the right fender allows compressed air, oil and water to be delivered quickly and easily. If not driven carefully, the Penske Roadster could actually pick its front tires up off the ground during acceleration, so a large front spoiler was added to combat lift under acceleration and at speed.

Driven by Dick Guldstrand and Dick Thompson, the Penske Roadster made its racing debut racing against Ford GT40s, Ferraris, Chaparrals and Porsches. The competition was two years more advanced, but nothing could keep up with the Grand Sport in a straight line. A.J. Foyt, driving a GT40 Mk II at Sebring that year, was heard to say: “What’s in that damn dinosaur? It went by me like I was stopped!”

Sadly, an incident with a slower car eventually forced the Penske Roadster to retire with significant damage. Regardless of the result, the striking appearance and the Roadsters raw performance at Sebring left an unforgettable impression on all who witnessed it.

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Entered by Guy Verrier and driven by Willy Meier and Daniel Rouveyran, the gorgeous blue Porsche 910 was in for a struggle.  The team was not alone, mind you.  Of 51 starters, a mere 7 cars were classified as finishers at Le Mans in 1970.  A broken hub carrier was a major setback for this privateer team, but ultimately it was brake trouble that forced a retirement in the 15th hour, after running in 25th place.

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