American racing driver Carroll Shelby sought to create a Corvette-killer. He collaborated with AC Cars, using their Ace chassis and fitting it with powerful Ford V8 engines.
The AC Cobra, also known as the Shelby Cobra, is a classic British-American hybrid sports car created in the 1960s by AC Cars and Carroll Shelby. It features a lightweight AC Ace chassis fitted with powerful Ford V8 engines, initially the 289 cu. in. and later the 427 cu. in. (7-liter) engine. Known for its high performance, beautiful 60s design, and legendary racing history, it is a highly sought-after classic, with modern replicas and a new generation of AC Cobras still being produced today.