Known as "The Italian Job," this 1965 Shelby-authorized

　　Superformance MKIII was officially declared as the fastest Cobra in

　　the world, having been clocked over 200 mph not once, but twice.

　　"The Italian Job" hit 223.2 mph at the Tour De Force in Sun Valley,

　　ID, on July 17, 2021, where Theodore "Ted" Taormina broke his own

　　record. The balance of raw power and aerodynamic efficiency was the

　　priority during both design and fabrication. The 427ci FE engine

　　was bored and stroked and tuned to deliver 730hp and 700 ft/lbs of

　　torque, while the body and chassis were heavily modified using

　　aeronautic engineering to create the latest drag and most

　　downforce. The engine is backed by a TREMEC 6-speed manual

　　transmission and 3.48 rear gears. It is documented in the

　　International Mile Racing Association (IMRA). **TITLED AS A 1965

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