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1963 Cobra 260/289 engine assembly range

Name: 1963 Cobra 260/289 engine assembly range
Brand: Ford Motor Company / Shelby American

engine component · Ford Motor Company / Shelby American

Restored 289 installation in CSX2125 showing Cobra valve covers and induction context; casting, assembly, carburetor, finish, and dates require inspection. 1963 Shelby Cobra

Why It Matters

The 1963 page spans the early 260 and later 289 configurations. Engine identity, tune, dates, and originality require the individual chassis record.

Also Known As

1963 Cobra 260 engine1963 Cobra 289 engine

Used On

1 linked car page.

Two-seat aluminum roadster

1963 Shelby Cobra

AC-supplied aluminum roadster developed and completed by Shelby American

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