I guess the actual linage of the car was never established when this was posted.
Spotters: Which 427 Cobra at Palos Verdes Concours?
Looks like I mistakenly relied too much on my favorite photo and jumped to conclusions. But, you have to admit it's a georgeous view and car even if the wipers are reversed.
But look at this one. The wipers park to the driver side on it and it's an original.
1966 Used Shelby Cobra 427 at Canepa Serving Scotts Valley, IID 6863033
Very strange.