Cobra Day at the Petersen Museum
Historic gathering of Shelby Cobras at the Petersen Museum, showcasing rare originals and racing heritage.
This film documents the first Cobra Day held at the Petersen Automotive Museum, bringing together an extraordinary collection of original Shelby Cobra roadsters, including 289s, FIA models, 427s, and Daytona Coupes. The footage captures the atmosphere of the event, featuring rare cars, close-up details, and historical context around Shelby’s legacy. Many of the vehicles shown have significant racing history, making this a unique visual record of one of the most important Cobra gatherings ever assembled.
Year
1996
Location - Event
Petersen Automotive Museum – Cobra Day (Los Angeles, USA)
Key people
Carroll Shelby
Key cars
- Shelby Cobra 289
- Shelby Cobra 427
- Shelby Cobra FIA
- Shelby Daytona Coupe
Format
Archival / event footage (likely video transfer)

