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I first saw a Shelby Cobra in 1967 in Ithaca, NY.

I remember that day as if it were yesterday. It was stopped for a redlight, and standing there, I could almost feel my jaw hit the ground as the driver accelerated away rather vigorously.

The sight and the sound was unbelievable. I knew then that someday I HAD to have one of those cars. But with family and other commitments, it took me another 39 years to somewhat make my dream come true. I, unfortunately, could not afford an original Shelby then or now, but my Backdraft Cobra at least affords me a reasonable link to visceral thrill of the cars that are a legend in so many minds even today.

Thank you Carroll Shelby for creating a true automotive masterpiece that will live forever in the minds and hearts of auto enthusiast everywhere.

Cheers!
David Pilacky