Shelby Cobra
The story of Shelby Cobra 289 is widely known. But it’s still interesting enough to be told again. In 1962, Shelby used an AC Ace body and installed a Ford 289 V8. This created one of the first Anglo-American hybrids and one of the best sports/racing cars of the period. Cobra become an enormous legend amongst all car enthusiasts. Due to its limited production and high collectivity, prices at auctions go for well over $1 million (via FIA).
The name doesn’t need a particular explanation. Named after a dangerous and highly venomous snake, the Cobra was one of the fastest cars you could buy in the ’60s and one of the most hazardous machines drivers could operate.