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S T O R Y 

The AC Cobra is an iconic sports car that embodies raw power and timeless style. It was born of a collaboration between British company AC Cars and legendary American car designer Carroll Shelby in the 1960s.

Carroll Shelby, former successful racing driver, gained international fame by winning the 1959 24 Hours of Le Mans with the Aston Martin team. However, heart disease forced him to end his racing career. Nevertheless, his passion for sports cars did not abandon him.

Shelby was approached by AC Cars, a small British car manufacturer, to develop a car capable of rivaling the mighty European sports cars, particularly Ferraris. And so the AC Cobra was born.

By combining the lightweight body of the AC Ace with Ford's powerful American V8 engine, Carroll Shelby created a true racing beast. The AC Cobra was introduced to the market in 1962 and quickly gained in popularity thanks to its exceptional performance.

With its iconic design and devastating power, the AC Cobra has become a benchmark in the world of sports cars. It set numerous speed records and dominated racing circuits for years.

The AC Cobra embodies the perfect union of British elegance and American power, offering an unforgettable driving experience and a timeless icon for car enthusiasts.                                                       

C R E A T I O N P R O C E S S 

Each creation begins with a phase of research and documentation on the model, its origins and designer, as well as its technical aspects. 

It's the model, the"427", that the artist has chosen to depict, with elements of its history such as the AC Bristol body, its Ford V8 engine and tubular chassis. There's also a sketch of an American championship race, as well as Carroll Shelby's iconic symbol, the Texas Cobra snake.

The artist has developed a unique method of telling the story of the creation of these mechanical objects through drawing and watercolor painting. His distinctive style subtly blends the technical precision of the ballpoint pen, one of the designer's signature instruments, with the soft, fluid colors of watercolor. 

* This work is not the result of an official collaboration with the AC Cobra brand.