Billy Joel's Cobra for sale through Exotic Classics, Syosset NY

[SunDude]

I just came across the following listing for AK1059, an Autokraft MkIV "Cobra" roadster, which is for sale through Exotic Classics in Syosset, New York. *No affiliation with the seller; am just posting for interest's sake.

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1985 Shelby Cobra by Autokraft | Call for Price
1985 Shelby Cobra by Auto Kraft -

1985 Autokraft Mark IV Shelby Cobra
VIN#SA9AK3022FAO17059

Original owner was singer Billy Joel.

Black with black leather interior.AC Cobra AK3022 [sic] has a handmade aluminum body, manufactured AC factory in Surrey England, at the Brooklands facility using the original jigs,dyes and bucks that were used to make the original 1960s Shelby Cobras. The Autokraft Mark IVs were so accurate in the way they were manufactured that they are listed in the Shelby Registry. All bodies and chassis are stamped with the original AC factory markings.

1 of only 385 made, weighs only 2600 lbs, powered by 302 Ford V8 producing 400 hp. 5 speed manual Tremec transmission. Top speed of 134 mph. 0-60 5.2 sec. Halibrand SC Cobra Wheels. Soft convertible top with side windows.

Leather seats, Smith gauges, full independent suspension, tubular steel frame front to back, 4 wheel power hydraulic disc brakes. $45,000 when new.