Shelby AC Cobra
Shelby AC Cobra
The story of Shelby AC Cobra starts with a letter by Carol Shelby to the British company AC. The American asks if they can manufacture a car suitable for the V8 engine. The answer is positive and the celebrated Shelby Cobra is born.
It isn’t the first time when British design is combined with American muscle power. What is different about this project is that it becomes a legend.
Initially, Carol Shelby asks Chevrolet for a V8 engine but they reject the commission because GM management doesn’t want to create competition for Corvette. Ford is the next company Shelby goes to and they seem open to the idea. Luckily, Ford has a brand new V8 engine capable of becoming a Corvette challenger. The Shelby AC Cobra receives a thin wall 4.2-litre V8 Ford engine tuned for high performance. The car turns out to be a racing success.
Targa Floria, 1964 | Photo by Dave Friedman
Shelby Cobra is the most loved, most feared and most copied American sportscar
Carol Shelby needs to retire from competitions - there are too many fatal incidents on the racing tracks. Also, the American also suffers from health issues. The project of creating his own car is the next step that comes naturally.
Shelby's ambition is to beat Enzo Ferrari – the dictatorial founder of the Scuderia for whom he drives during the '50s. Unfortunately, Shelby doesn’t succeed in the 24 Hours of Le Mans with the Cobra. He manages to dominate with Ford GT40 competing for his Shelby American racing team. The Snake and the Stallion is an interesting documentary by Richard Simons about Shelby and Ferrari's rivalry.
The life of the legendary Cobra sportscars has its ups and downs. During the '90s, The Los Angelis Times finds out that Carol Shelby takes advantage of a loophole in the vehicle registration procedures. The purpose is to sell brand new Cobra cars as classic builds from the '60s. Later Carol Shelby admits that it is not the AC in the UK that built the chassis but a small local engineering company hired for the job.
Artist Ilya Avakov finds inspiration in the life and works of the American automobile brute Shelby Cobra. If you are a fan as well, you can order now at Simply Petrol marketplace your Shelby AC Cobra art print.
Ilya Avakov
Ilya Avakov, a talented artist holding a degree in Industrial Design from the Art Academy in St. Petersburg, initially embarked on a career in industrial design. However, his passion for drawing and illustrations soon led him to create digital artwork. Transitioning from the computer, he delved into genuine painting with acrylic, and currently, he primarily works with oil.
Inspiration for Avakov stems from both cars and the works of fellow artists. His creations have been featured in numerous print media, including magazines and books.
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How long does it take to ship?
Shipping times depend on your location and the shipping method chosen during checkout.
Standard shipping within the EU usually takes 3-7 business days, while air shipping may take longer, up to 10 work days.
Since our prints are made on-demand, production times can vary. On average, it takes about 2-3 business days for production.
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We use high-quality materials to ensure the best possible results.
For fine art prints, we use 285 gsm German Etching Hahnemühle art paper.
Poster prints are typically printed on durable, 180 gsm heavyweight paper with a slight satin finish.
What sizes are available?
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Popular sizes include 20x14 inches, 28x20 inches, and 40x28 inches.
These prints tend to be on the larger side and are compatible with most ready-to-use frames.
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