{"id":491073,"date":"2009-12-04T13:00:09","date_gmt":"2009-12-04T18:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportscardigest.com\/?p=15077"},"modified":"2024-12-06T03:31:55","modified_gmt":"2024-12-06T03:31:55","slug":"shelby-427-cobra-prototype-headlines-arizona-sale-rm-auctions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/shelby-427-cobra-prototype-headlines-arizona-sale-rm-auctions\/","title":{"rendered":"RM Auctions Arizona (2010) &#8211; Shelby 427 Cobra Prototype"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1964-Shelby-Cobra-427-Prototype-Side.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-530411 size-full\" title=\"1964 Shelby Cobra 427 Prototype CSX 2196\" src=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1964-Shelby-Cobra-427-Prototype-Side.jpg\" alt=\"1964 Shelby Cobra 427 Prototype CSX 2196\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1964-Shelby-Cobra-427-Prototype-Side.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1964-Shelby-Cobra-427-Prototype-Side-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1964-Shelby-Cobra-427-Prototype-Side-100x67.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1964-Shelby-Cobra-427-Prototype-Side-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1964-Shelby-Cobra-427-Prototype-Side-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1964-Shelby-Cobra-427-Prototype-Side-293x195.jpg 293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a>The one-of-a-kind 1964 Shelby Cobra 427 Prototype s\/n CSX 2196, nicknamed \u201cThe Flip-Top\u201d for its unique clam shell design, is set to cross the block at RM\u2019s Automobiles of Arizona event at the Biltmore Resort and Spa in Phoenix on January 22nd, 2010.<\/p>\n<p>Its design, build, development and racing were spearheaded by legendary racing driver Ken Miles and after months of testing and modifications, 2196 became the only prototype produced for the famed 427 Cobras that followed. It was raced in period at Riverside, Sebring and Nassau.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>Over the years, 2196 has competed in many of the world\u2019s historic races including Laguna Seca, Monterey Historics and Goodwood Festival of Speed. Today, the well-documented Flip-top sports its original livery of Guardman Blue with white stripes and black interior, and is unquestionably one of the most desirable Shelby Cobras ever built. (Estimate: Available upon request)<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_530414\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-530414\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1964-Shelby-Cobra-427-Prototype-Open.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-530414 size-full\" title=\"1964 Shelby Cobra 427 Prototype CSX 2196 'Flip-Top'\" src=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1964-Shelby-Cobra-427-Prototype-Open.jpg\" alt=\"&lt;strong&gt;1964 Shelby Cobra 427 Prototype CSX 2196 \\'Flip-Top\\'&lt;\/strong&gt;\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1964-Shelby-Cobra-427-Prototype-Open.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1964-Shelby-Cobra-427-Prototype-Open-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1964-Shelby-Cobra-427-Prototype-Open-100x67.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1964-Shelby-Cobra-427-Prototype-Open-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1964-Shelby-Cobra-427-Prototype-Open-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1964-Shelby-Cobra-427-Prototype-Open-293x195.jpg 293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-530414\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><strong>1964 Shelby Cobra 427 Prototype CSX 2196 \\&#8217;Flip-Top\\&#8217;<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>\u201cThe 2010 Arizona auction presents one of RM\u2019s most diverse line-ups of automobiles ever offered at the luxurious Biltmore Resort &amp; Spa, ranging from historically significant Shelby Cobras to an unprecedented selection of important concept cars,\u201d said Ian Kelleher, President and Chief Operating Officer, RM Auctions. \u201cEvery facet of collector cars is represented at this year\u2019s event with the schedule being extended to two days for a British-themed Thursday evening sale.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>1941 Chrysler Thunderbolt Concept Car by LeBaron<\/strong> (s\/n 7807943), one of five originally built and four in existence, is also Arizona bound. The full-envelope body with concealed headlights, fully retractable and disappearing hardtop, push button starter and backlit Lucite gauges make the Chrysler Thunderbolt one of the most significant concepts of its time. This multi-award winning motor car with its unique contrasting green and copper exterior has been fully restored and enjoyed considerable success as a show car, including at the famed Amelia Island Concours d\u2019Elegance this year. (Estimate: Available upon request)<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_530415\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-530415\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1941-Chrysler-Thunderbolt-Concept-Car-by-LeBaron-Main.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-530415 size-full\" title=\"1941 Chrysler Thunderbolt Concept Car by LeBaron \" src=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1941-Chrysler-Thunderbolt-Concept-Car-by-LeBaron-Main.jpg\" alt=\"1941 Chrysler Thunderbolt Concept Car by LeBaron \" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1941-Chrysler-Thunderbolt-Concept-Car-by-LeBaron-Main.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1941-Chrysler-Thunderbolt-Concept-Car-by-LeBaron-Main-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1941-Chrysler-Thunderbolt-Concept-Car-by-LeBaron-Main-100x67.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1941-Chrysler-Thunderbolt-Concept-Car-by-LeBaron-Main-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1941-Chrysler-Thunderbolt-Concept-Car-by-LeBaron-Main-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1941-Chrysler-Thunderbolt-Concept-Car-by-LeBaron-Main-293x195.jpg 293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-530415\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><strong>1941 Chrysler Thunderbolt Concept Car by LeBaron, one of five originally built<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure id=\"attachment_530416\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-530416\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1941-Chrysler-Thunderbolt-Concept-Car-by-LeBaron-Side.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-530416 size-full\" title=\"1941 Chrysler Thunderbolt Concept Car by LeBaron Side Photo\" src=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1941-Chrysler-Thunderbolt-Concept-Car-by-LeBaron-Side.jpg\" alt=\"1941 Chrysler Thunderbolt Concept Car by LeBaron Side Photo\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1941-Chrysler-Thunderbolt-Concept-Car-by-LeBaron-Side.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1941-Chrysler-Thunderbolt-Concept-Car-by-LeBaron-Side-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1941-Chrysler-Thunderbolt-Concept-Car-by-LeBaron-Side-100x67.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1941-Chrysler-Thunderbolt-Concept-Car-by-LeBaron-Side-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1941-Chrysler-Thunderbolt-Concept-Car-by-LeBaron-Side-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1941-Chrysler-Thunderbolt-Concept-Car-by-LeBaron-Side-293x195.jpg 293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-530416\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><strong>1941 Chrysler Thunderbolt Concept Car by LeBaron Side Photo<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure id=\"attachment_530417\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-530417\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1941-Chrysler-Thunderbolt-Concept-Car-by-LeBaron-Rear.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-530417 size-full\" title=\"1941 Chrysler Thunderbolt Concept Car by LeBaron Front Photo\" src=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1941-Chrysler-Thunderbolt-Concept-Car-by-LeBaron-Rear.jpg\" alt=\"1941 Chrysler Thunderbolt Concept Car by LeBaron Front Photo\" width=\"640\" height=\"420\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1941-Chrysler-Thunderbolt-Concept-Car-by-LeBaron-Rear.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1941-Chrysler-Thunderbolt-Concept-Car-by-LeBaron-Rear-300x197.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1941-Chrysler-Thunderbolt-Concept-Car-by-LeBaron-Rear-100x66.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/1941-Chrysler-Thunderbolt-Concept-Car-by-LeBaron-Rear-293x192.jpg 293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-530417\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><strong>1941 Chrysler Thunderbolt Concept Car by LeBaron Front Photo<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The range of notable consignments for the January 22nd sale also includes a 1930 Duesenberg Model J Arlington Club Sedan offered without reserve (Estimate: $450,000 &#8211; $650,000), a beautifully restored 1933 Rolls-Royce PII Continental 3-Position Drophead Coupe (s\/n 74PY) with coachwork by J. Gurney Nutting (Estimate: $400,000 &#8211; $500,000) and a 1913 Packard Model 1-38 Runabout formerly of the esteemed John McMullen Collection (Estimate: $400,000 &#8211; $500,000).<\/p>\n<p>Now in its 11th year, RM\u2019s Arizona event will present for the first time an additional opportunity to purchase important cars produced by British manufacturers during an evening auction on January 21st. A preview of the 2010 line-up will be held January 21st from 9am to 4pm, followed by the <a href=\"https:\/\/sportscardigest.com\/rm-auctions-adds-day-arizona-biltmore-sale\/\">British-themed Thursday night auction<\/a>, billed \u2018The British are coming!\u2019, starting at 6pm. The auction action continues on Friday, January 22 at 11am. Admission is by catalog purchase only, which admits two.<\/p>\n<p>For more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.rmauctions.com\">www.rmauctions.com<\/a> or call +1 519 352 4575.<\/p>\n<p>[Source: RM Auctions]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The one-of-a-kind 1964 Shelby Cobra 427 Prototype s\/n CSX 2196, nicknamed \u201cThe Flip-Top\u201d for its unique clam shell design, is set to cross the block at RM\u2019s Automobiles of Arizona event at the Biltmore Resort and Spa in Phoenix on January 22nd, 2010. Its design, build, development and racing were spearheaded by legendary racing driver Ken Miles and after months of testing and modifications, 2196 became the only prototype produced for the famed 427 Cobras that followed. 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