Shelby Cobra 289 Market Value & Price History
The Shelby Cobra 289 has a market value of $854,667 to $1,073,489 depending on year and condition, based on 9 verified auction sales across 2 model years (1963–1965). Individual examples have sold from $715,000 to $1,375,000, with 2 sold in the past 12 months.
Shelby Cobra 289 Value by Year
Recent Shelby Cobra 289 Auction Results
| Sold | Year | Price | Mileage | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 7, 2026 | 1965 | $967,500 | — | gooding |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 1965 | $1,298,000 | 7,560 mi | mecum |
| Mar 9, 2025 | 1963 | $715,000 | 64,000 mi | bat |
| Sep 8, 2022 | 1963 | $925,000 | 100,000 mi | bat |
| Jan 14, 2022 | 1965 | $1,375,000 | — | mecum |
| Aug 16, 2013 | 1963 | $924,000 | 23,000 mi | rms |
| Apr 27, 2013 | 1965 | $1,001,000 | 500 mi | rms |
| Aug 17, 2012 | 1965 | $792,000 | 3,000 mi | rms |
Shelby Cobra 289 — Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a Shelby Cobra 289 worth?
Shelby Cobra 289 market values range from $854,667 to $1,073,489 depending on the model year, mileage, and condition. Recent auction sales span $715,000 to $1,375,000. See the year-by-year breakdown below.
Which Shelby Cobra 289 year is best?
DriveIndex tracks the market value of every Shelby Cobra 289 year (1963–1965) so you can compare appreciation and pricing side by side. The full Value Signal — appreciating, stable, or depreciating, with a 1–5 year projection — is available on each year's page.
How many Shelby Cobra 289 sell per year?
2 Shelby Cobra 289 have sold at auction in the past 12 months across all years; DriveIndex has tracked 9 sales in total.
Where can I buy a Shelby Cobra 289?
DriveIndex tracks for-sale listings and auction results for the Shelby Cobra 289 from the top auction houses and marketplaces.