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Dragon Snake (1963)
The Dragon Snake is among the rarest and most sought-after of all Cobra models. Shelby knew drag racing was hugely popular in the USA, so he came up with a package to make the Cobra an ideal competition car in National Hot Rod Association events. The pack included improved Koni shock absorbers, Goodyear slick tyres, a different rear differential for improved acceleration, and air scoop on the bonnet. The battery was moved behind the passenger seat for more weight over the rear wheels and a roll bar was installed.
The engines came with alloy cylinder heads and the internals were carefully balanced. Shelby produced six factory 289 Dragon Snakes and a sole 427 version, though several customers bought the pack to fit to their own cars.
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