ORIGINAL COBRAS Part 1: Mind-Blowing 289 & 427 Shelby Cobras Unleashed at Lynn Park's Garage | EP20
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- Опубликовано: 14 янв 2023
- Does anything look or sound better than a Cobra? Not according to hot rodder Lynn Park, revered as Mr. Cobra, who bought his first Shelby Cobra for $2,100 before the Cobra became legendary. Unleashing the rarest collection of Cobras in Lynn's mind-blowing garage, Nicole drives a very early original 1962 Shelby Cobra 289 race car, the 10th Shelby Cobra produced, with race car driver Steve Park, Lynn's son. Then veteran racer Lynn, as a first-time passenger in his 1965 Shelby Cobra 427, experiences a new perspective as Nicole pilots his original 500-horsepower iconic car up a winding canyon road outside of Los Angeles.
WATCH PART 2 HERE: • ORIGINAL COBRAS Part 2...
MORE ABOUT LYNN PARK: Lynn's long-time relationship with Carroll Shelby and Shelby American began in 1962. Now a legend in his own right, Lynn is today's living authority on Shelby Cobras, owning more than 50 originals over 6 decades. Lynn and his two sons, Steve and Tim, regularly race three 289s from the collection and can be seen at historic vintage racing events around the country.
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When I mentioned in the video that if Nicole could drive a Monster truck, she could drive anything, I wasn't kidding. She took to the Cobras like a duck to water.
@MrCobraLynnPark Lynn, you have been so kind, so generous with your time. We cannot thank you enough for allowing us to make this video, and allowing me to drive your cars. I didn't have any idea what I was getting into walking in the front door of Cobra land, but there was a genuine, punch-you-in-the-gut wall of greatness that hit me when I was in that vestibule. Your authenticity, your stewardship, and your personal history are unmatched. Plus you're funny! I love that you're always optimistic!!! Thank you for becoming my friend! Much love to you, Susie, Steve, Tim and Amy from all of us at Detour!!! ❤️
@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour Nicole I've never ever cried let alone felt this much emotion in a RUclips video. The moment you and Lynn drove the 427 I just wept like a baby. Lynn is truly a legend and to you my deepest respect for how you portraited this awesome moment that is now forever captured for us to enjoy. Thank you both immensely.
@@hubbyofmad5122 Lynn is a generous man to have shared this experience with us! Thank you for watching!
at 70 years old now I have had a great appreciation of the Cobra and especially Carol Shelby since I was a little guy back in the early 60's. Thanks for being the curator you are Lynn and having two great sons to carry on with your mission. Thank-you too Nicole for showcasing this amazing family and their wonderful collection. Whew!
That must have been a great day for Nicole. I still remember being shown the Pfeifer's CSX3282 in a small little garage in BC shortly before it was sold to Lewis Hamilton. It made a lasting impression on me. I can't imagine what it was like for Nicole to see a collection of Cobras. Thank you for letting us see them and hear the history.
I am closer to 75 than 74 years young an I'm sure you have seen/heard many stories like mine but because I am old I ramble so here goes. Sometime in late 1966 my friend and high school buddy got a brand new Cobra with the 427 engine. I don't remember all the detains but I do remember driving that car and will never forget the absolute power of that monster. When I watched I was almost there and I want to thank you so much for your excitement making my old blood boil again. We , my friend and I received our draft notices shortly after and his name ended up on that big granite wall in DC and I made it home alive but a very big part of me and my other contemporaries have the feelings I think the shrinks call it "survivors guilt" whatever thanks for making my day it was great. 🥋🥋
Frank Brocato..Thank you so much for your service to our country!! We're so glad you enjoyed watching this episode and we really appreciate you sharing your memories with us!!
God Bless You, Your friends and your buddy that died! 🙏🏴🇬🇧
Thanks, & your Service. Interestingly, I am 76 years young: my Friend Dennis Eugene Gest,SP4,FIRST INF, DIED IN 1969 , Vietnam…..I pretty sure he “Chose” USARMY , over *long Jail Term , influenced some by Me ( Intended Career, PURDUE ROTC, 1965-68, SSG, HONOR GUARD, etc.)….Anyways, I had found *affordable FORD , a 1966 GALAXIE 500 XL/ 4 Speed/352/4 BBL, in 1967((* speaking of Shifters, Fords, etc).. Could not afford COBRA, CORVETTES,SUPER Cobra JETS,etc.
Thank you for your service and sorry to hear of your loss and pain, Jesus loves you boss
Lynn has got to be a National Treasure. To not only preserve these works of art but to use them as they are meant to be.
We couldn't agree more!! Thank you for watching!
Lynn says car the way my dad did.
@MrCobraLynnPark, Just curious what your thoughts are on the 69 and 70 Ford Cobras, before they went under the Torino name. I assume you know that they started as stand alone Cobras, known only as Ford Cobras in 69, the addition of 'Torino' came in around December 1969. Early build 70 model year Cobras did not have any Torino badging, these were added in 1970. Are these cars the last true Ford Cobras?
In Canada he would awarded the Order of Canada. Highest civilian honour. What is the American version?
@@NicoleJohnsonsDetouryour video was fabulous great coverage I loved it I have always been a fan of the cobras 🎉keep up the good work
I reached out to Lynn a couple of years ago for some pics of El Cid roof and bubble for a 289 drag snake replica and he was such a gent to help me out. Allowing Nicole to drive his cars is a true indication of his kind and helpful nature to let people experience the history and feel of these awesome cars. I tip my hat Mr Park!
100%!!!! Thank you so much for sharing with us!!!
Thank you Mr. Lynn Park for granting a dream for Nicole,
Thank you Nicole for your humility in recognising the honour you have been granted,
and thank you all for bringing this to us, even in the UK.
Just Brilliant
Wow, thank you! We're so glad you could share this amazing experience with us!!
I love how you were being humble and you could tell you were processing this experience live on camera. I could feel what you were feeling. Thank you for not editing out the emotional aspect of this experience. You guys rock!!
usually shes hilarious, but this car is louder than her. great episode, almost relegious
S Robin ..thank you for watching..glad you enjoyed it!!
@bentandrade5524 ..haha!! Thank you for watching!!
That is a dream drive for most people that love cars. Well said, you could feel her excitement in this video. Great content!!
Yes. Cars like this are all about emotion. Even the screaming in terror mixed with joy. The genuine joy when she asked and was allowed to sit in the red 427 was so wonderful see.
Most of us will never have the chance to drive one of these cars. Thanks to Nicole, we now have a little taste of what it would be like.
It was cool to see the owner's confidence in Nicole as she is driving this very special car that no one else has been allowed to drive.
Lastly, it was amusing to hear the owner comment about picking which Cobra to drive like normal people talk about picking which pair of shoes to wear.
Just came across this and want to sat thank you Nicole for your graciousness and also thank you to Lynn and his sons for keeping these National Treasures alive and well.
Thank you so much...we appreciate you watching!
A beautiful woman showing beautiful cars !
Thank You Nicole and Mr. Cobra !
And thank you for watching!!
Holy crap! The cool factor WAS DEFINITELY off the charts on this episode!!!
I was grinning ear-to-ear right along with you Nicole!
Lynn is a legend and a cool dude…and kudos to him and his sons for preserving the Cobra story!
Probably my new favorite car video. I’ll definitely be watching this again on the big screen!
Fantastic!!! Thank you so much for watching!
Fantastic history lesson
I would have to say that when you have Coolness like what is in this video you don't even bother bringing the charts lol
Best episode! Lynn is the real deal who enjoys his cars and not just a speculator. As usual Nicole perfectly conveys all the thoughts and emotions of experiencing a Cobra.
We're so glad you enjoyed watching...thank you!!!
It’s so amazing how beautiful and timeless the cobra looks in 2023. I love this car so much. This was the fastest car in the world in the 60s.
Thank you so much for watching!!
Speculator for an investment? Yeah I can see that. Here is the thing. Yeah I would drive no doubt and beat on it when I did. It was made for it. But to really run one hard without worry of sliding off into a pile of tires I would try to avoid that. You have enough to buy a real cobra then you have enough to build a nice Backdraft or a Superformance. And you drive that one with no mercy. I will drive the real one and ring it's neck when I do. But for all our ill keep it running and in one piece.
I am not a Ford man but I am a cobra and gt40 fan. I am the owner of a pontiac fiero gt, 2,500 lbs with 135 hp .I do like sports car's. What a family and a car collection. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you so much for watching!!
This was an unbelievable video for me to watch. Driving an original Shelby Cobra has been on my bucket list for the last 35 years. I'm 66 now and doubt that will ever happen, but today I had the privilege of riding along with not only you, but Mr. Cobra himself, Lynn Parks. Thank you so much for posting this experience, I can only imagine the thrill you had surrounded by all those beautiful machines. Had to subscribe.
Me too. Same age. I've wanted to own a real Shelby Cobra since 2nd grade. (seven years old) Of course, I never will, nor will I ever get to drive one. I guess I'll settle for watching a pretty woman drive one. It's ok. Sad, but okay.
Years ago a friend let me drive his 427 Cobra around Gingerman Raceway in South Haven, MI as well as as one of the first 3 '68 L88 Corvettes to roll off the assembly line (originally sold to James Garner Racing). No, I was not able to push them as one I was terrified of hurting them and two I was strictly forbidden. The raw power of those cars is still impressed into my very being to this day even after almost 40 years.
@@NewswithJakenator Apparently in 1967 Bill Cosby purchased a Shelby Cobra Super Snake CSX 330Cobra and he was mortified by the sheer power it possessed, "Cosby became so unnerved during a test drive that he returned it immediately."
@@bobstuckrath1805 It seems like I have heard this story before and it wouldn't surprise me. When that Cobra came loping through town at 20-25 mph you felt it before you heard it. The L88 unfortunately had a small block in it as the original 427 had a cracked block. My friend sold it to a collector who evidently had 1 or 2 of the 3 original Garner cars. I miss those days.
Ditto 65
The Parks are a class act and very humble. People only see the $ signs with these cars and don't realize he has been into these cars since they were new, along with the times when they weren't' nearly as expensive as they are now. Lynn, Steve, and Tim are some of the nicest down to earth people you will ever meet. Thank you Nicole!
Thank you...we totally agree!! Shooting this episode and getting to know them was such an honor!!
Wow factor can you hear that 427 sing beautifully 26:25, Thank you Nicole for an amazing Cobra show
Our pleasure!! Thank you for watching!
I had the honor of meeting Mr. Shelby a few years before he passed and was really awestruck.👍
How cool!! Thanks for sharing!
NJ - Your knowledgeable enthusiasm may only be outdone by this family's kindness and love for the Cobra. Big props to the Parks!
Yes..we couldn't agree more!! Thank you so much for watching!!
I love Lynn Park's attitude towards his cars and it is so great that his sons share his enthusiasm. This was another wonderful video, done in a very classy manner. Great job Nicole! You and your team are the best.
We appreciate that!! Glad you enjoyed watching!!
Really I agrree with you about attitude of Mr. Cobra. Wonderful scenes of wonderful cars
My first ride in a cobra was in 1967 in Menlo Park California I was 7 years old, it was a 427 cobra candy apple red. 10 years later in high school at Saratoga high my math teacher had two an original 289 and a 427. What great memories this brings back
Thanks for watching!! Glad you enjoyed it!!
Absolutely stunning. Mr. Park is a true gentleman, and Nicole was a perfect match to be given the chance to drive his cars. Wonderful, wonderful, video, THANK YOU Mr. Park!
We're so glad you enjoyed watching! Thank you!!
This was amazing. I don't think I'd leave that garage. Thank you for this. My dad and I got to meet Carroll Shelby years ago. I never realized how much he meant to my dad until after when I saw him tear up about it. Shelby left this world a better place.
That's awesome!! Thank you for sharing with us!! We're so glad you enjoyed watching!!
What an absolute treat to meet Mr. Lynn Park, see his Garage and drive a couple of his cobras! Fantastic video!
Thank you for watching..we're so glad you enjoyed it!!
Considering all the finicky cars you have driven, these gentle beats seem like such a treat to drive.
Even by todays standard, these cars feel like so easy to drive, and that sound aawwww.
You got me so jealous here rn.
What a great Man and his family is a further testimony to his Legend.
Thanks ! Nicole, Never change
It was an amazing experience to drive these cars and one I will never forget!! Thank you so much for watching!!
Ah man. Couldn't stop laughing at how awesomely loud that Dragon Snake was 😂😂 Another fun episode, thanks to Nicole & the team!
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!
When she fired it up I got chills.
When video microphone truly cannot convey the intensity of sound. The sound was compressed down to the level of the preceding audio. I'm sure in person the sound was more felt than heard. Almost no mufflers on that?
Once again, Nicole your enthusiasm precedes you and pulls all of us along on a wonderful immersion into the Cobra. Your ability to connect with the Parks as well as the essence of the Cobra is uncanny. As someone who grew up in the 60's watching these wonderful machines from a distance, I thank you for letting us sit in the driver's seat with you!!! What a wonderful ride!
Thank you so much!! All of us here at Detour appreciate this!!
UNREAL! Mr. Park and his sons gave us all a special treat by making this episode possible. For them to share their time, their cars and their fun in such a generous way is a wonderful contribution to enthusiasts worldwide! Thank you to the entire Park family!!!
As for you, Nicole, and the amazing crew at Detour...HELL YES! It is so awesome to continue to ride along with you gals and guys as you share these unique experiences with us! Thank you so much for yet another incredible episode! Keep kicking ass and bringing us a way to feel the ride, even if it's just through our television and computer screens!
How nice...thank you Dustin!!!
We were a car neighborhood growing up. My best friend's dad had four original 427. I got to meet Carol Shelby at their home when in high school. The greatest was getting invited to cobra day at willow springs by them when I drove a 68 RS/SS built by guildstrand engineering. Going oner Angeles crest highway with these cars was an event to remember.
Thank you so much for watching!! What wonderful memories you have..glad you shared with us!!
I love at the end of the video when she is driving the 427 and they show it from above as she is shifting and inbetween gears you see simultaneous puffs of smoke puff out each side pipe! what a freaking awesome car!
Glad you enjoy it! Thanks so much for watching!!
Good catch Steven. 😉
Reminds me of the first time I drove an early Viper when I worked at Chrysler. All I could do was smile, then I took a few friends for a ride and they couldn't believe the power, the sounds and smells from an open cockpit. Great coverage of a superb car and memorabilia collection and the very down to earth owner!
Thank you so much for watching!! We're so glad you enjoyed it!
Everybody loves the 427, but the 289 is the car with he racing history. Personally a fan of the 289.
Got a 289 in a 67 galaxie 500
Best sound ever v8❤
I absolutely love the TRUST that Lynn and Steve showed in Nicole. Must have felt pretty great getting to be one of the few people that have driven these awesome rides.
It was an amazing experience!! Thank you so much for watching!!
I fell in love with the 427 cobra when I saw the movie-" Gumball Rally'. whenever i go to car shows and see a Cobra. I just stand and absorb the car, such a beauty, you got to actually drive a original Cobra race car. must have been so awesome. I enjoy your shows and you are such an awesome woman to enjoy such vehicles. thanks for your shows.
Thank you so much for watching. Yes..it was an amazing experience for sure..glad you enjoyed it!!
What an amazing experience!!!! Many thanks to the Park family for sharing these incredible vehicles with all of us…. Each episode gets better and better!
Thank you Dave!!
Wow that was awesome! The 289 version sounded perfect with race cam, thank you Nicole and Mr Cobra for making such a great video!
And thank you for watching it!! We're so glad you enjoyed!
What a privilege to meet, drive and feel the history behind the cars. Actually it's the people who really loved to build and drive these cars.
Unfortunately, the mass production of the car industry has removed that feeling and everyone sees cars only as a monetary gain.
Thank you for reminding us there are still people who carry this feeling like Mr. Cobra and thank you Mr. Cobra for spreading your true love for cars too.
Thank you so much for watching!! We're so honored to be able to share this amazing experience with our viewers.
Nice show, nice report on an amazing collection of the best true sports cars ever built! in 1970 or '71 I almost bought an original stock 289 Cobra from Glover's Motors in Ripon, Yorkshire, England. It was white, red upholstery, wire wheels and 30 000 miles on the clock! One owner, the local gentry Earl somebody-or-other, had asked Glover's to sell it and it was priced at 1400 Pounds Sterling! But at my then age, no insurer would touch it so no deal! Much later I built, here in South Africa, a replica with a 427 - style body, Ford Windsor 302 V8 and Borg-Warner T5 transmission all on Jaguar XJ6 suspension, brakes etc. Drove that as my daily driver for 10 years 1992-2002 and had such fun with it. One memorable trip was over 364 miles, Johannesburg - Margate on the Indian Ocean coast and we were cruising happily at 180 -190 kph (125 - 135mph) - talk about "whatever blows your hair back!" I won't mention the vast fuel consumption at such speeds though, passing everything except a filling station!
Thank you so much for sharing with us..Love it!!!
Holy Moley, I had no idea a collection of Shelby Cobras like this even existed. I'm not that much of a car guy, but even I recognize what a historically significant collection Mr. Park has amassed. Driving one?; if the phrase "creaming your jeans" was ever appropriate, this was it! Thank you, Nicole and Lynn Park.
Thank you for watching..we're so glad you enjoyed it!!
And then there is/are the collections that Mr. Jay Leno and other celebrities have amassed.
@@NicoleJohnsonsDetourAnd then there is/are the collections that Mr. Jay Leno and other celebrities have amassed.
Truly an incredible episode! You seem to effortlessly capture the essence of each car and their owner you interview! Thank you for providing another incredible experience!!!
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you so much for watching!!
I saw a drag ready 427 Cobra race a 65 AFX Corvette at Martin drag way in Michigan and was hooked on Cobras ever since. Gladly give up my right arm to have driven that 427 that you had the privilege to drive. Couldn’t stop smiling when you started El CID. WOW WOW WOW. I’m 78 now and still drool over them.
Thank you so much...glad you enjoyed watching!!
Wow! What a video treat. We could and did buy Shelby mustangs for less than $2000 during my high school years 73-76. Needless to say, we learned all about the cobras, but they were few and far between so I never even saw one.
This video was awesome and it's even more awesome to know that somebody has saved so many of those cars for the motoring world. Thanks for your work Nicole!
Thank you so much..we appreciate you watching!!
What an absolute gentleman and at the same time what a badass family. Legends! I love how Nicole giggles like a child when sitting in the cars!
Yes..we couldn't agree more and Lynn is an amazing, generous man!! We're so grateful to the Park family for this incredible experience!!
@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour Yes he is, sweet as can be. What an amazing collection of cars too, just jawdropping. There's a lot of muscle in that garage!
Indeed! We never truly outgrow the joy of nice toys, do we? (be they toys of our childhood or the even MORE enjoyable "grownup toys")
Nicole's genuine excitement and enthusiasm for meeting up with Lynn, his garage and getting to drive a couple of the best cars ever built made this the best episode. I had no idea Shelby built the drag cars. El Cid is way cool.
We're so glad you enjoyed watching!!!
honestly one of the coolest videos I've seen in a long time. 2630 was impressive.
Thank you so much..we're glad you enjoyed it!!
I have seen many collections ....50 Ferraris....39 Ferraris....but no one like this!! What make that collection so special is the owner and his familiy!
I know a most similar owner of Bugattis, he had 13, he is from the same wood ......THANKS FOR SO GREAT PERSONS, GOD BLESS YOU AN YOUR FAMILY!!
Thank you so much for watching!!!
Nicole - I used to watch Leno’s Garage but lost interest about a year ago. Saw the first of your episodes (the Daedalus) last week, and binged every other video you guys have put out into the world. Your honest enthusiasm for trying the vehicles out, and the pure joy you evince for each experience is truly delightful to watch. In this one, the reverence you have (the delightful “wow”s) shines through the entire episode. Thanks for sharing these experiences with us, and I’m vexed that I have to wait an entire month to see the next one.
Thank you so much..we really appreciate you watching (including your binge)!!! Glad you enjoyed it!
I fully agree with you Paul, Nicole makes really fun and engaging videos. She's rapidly leaving the other car channels in her dust!!
@@jumpjetcaptain495 Wow, thank you!
Jay Leno, as awesome as he is, has to be one of the most boring car reviewers of all time. For example, when he rings a 800+hp supercar to redline, his reaction is usually something like "it scoots right along" or "decent power" and thats it.
So envious. What an amazing experience for you. Thanks for taking us along.
Oh thank you!! It was an amazing experience for sure!! Glad you enjoyed it!
Mr Lynn Park, you sir are one of the classiest gentlemen I’ve ever seen, cheers to you and good health!
Yes...we agree!!
Tears to the eyes just listening to these awesome cars.
Yes...we can relate!!! Thank you so much for watching!!
Wow what a collection. The 289 was always one of my favorite cars. When I was a kid Carroll Shelby lived down the street and would drive exotic cars down our street. Everyone was driving 50’s Chevys and here comes Carroll in a lime green Lamborghini Mura. I talked my dad into taking me to the factory in El Segundo which is still a fond memory. Side note, as kids we would skateboard down Carroll’s driveway into his garage when the house was being built. It was a nice steep drive.
This is a wild story. Wow.
Thank you for sharing with us..Love it!!
Would be so neat to be able to experience it in person.
Thanks for bringing it to our own homes so we can see it through your experience.
Take care and stay safe.
From Charlie.
You're welcome..we enjoyed every minute!! Glad you enjoyed watching!!
Lynn's collection is amazing. I went to high school with his son. Seeing this brings back memories. Thank you Lynn for the fun, and Steve might owe you an apology. Your garage is a church and that ranchero you have is the cleanest I've ever seen
Thank you for sharing with us!!
I'm blown away. What a treat to have a beautiful woman who shares your absolute passion for cars. I wouldn't want to sleep anymore.
Glad you enjoyed watching!! Thank you!
I could tell you were truly in awe of this gentleman and his collection of drivable cars. The fact that he let you drive when he has not ever let anyone else says a lot about you Nicole.
Thank you..I appreciate that!! Thank you for watching!
Lynn is the coolest person on the planet. Thanks for sharing the ride. I like how he made some of the cars his own while leaving others original. He’s a real enthusiast with a serious collection, that is very much appreciated. Cars are meant to be driven and he does.
We couldn't agree more!!! Thank you!
When you got the chills so did I. What purist Mr. Lynn is and a total gentleman. Great video.
We're so glad you enjoyed watching!!
Nicole's a kid in a candy store in this episode! 🍭What a rare opportunity to drive a couple of the cars. So lucky! 🍀An incredible collection of cars! El Cid sounds so scary good! 🤯🖤And so good to see that Lynn's sons share his passion. 👍 Thanks, NJ, for inviting us along!
Thank you..we sincerely appreciate that!! We're so glad you enjoyed watching!
What a collection of cars and memories. Truly a Cobra historian. So cool that his sons are equally interested to carry on the unique collection. Thank you Lynn for sharing this incredible experience.
We couldn't agree more!! Thank you for watching!
Nicole, Nicole, Nicole, you made my day !
Today is my birthday, I am 43 and I would never had imagined a better present than this video.
I am French and I didn't know Lynn and his wonderfull and incredible collection. Cobras are my favorite cars, watching you driving original Cobras gave me chills and tears, thank you so much to you and Lynn.
This video is a perfect exemple why my Christmas presents were one of your hoodies and one of your t-shirts. When I ordered them, I explained to my wife why I am fan of your channel and I wanted to wear your colors: you give us access to incredible cars videos after videos.
You blow my mind !
Thank you so much for watching..we're so glad you enjoyed it! Happy Birthday Ernesto..hope you have a great day!
@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour Thank you so much, you are the best !
Give this guy a raise! 🤸♀️🚗💥
You are so freeking lucky Nicole! I met Carroll Shelby back in 2002 at Lime Rock. Twice. Paid for a photo and his autograph. Then met him again and talked a bit more with him in the "brunch tent". The highlight was being "allowed" to sit in his personal 1962 289 AC Cobra that was shipped in with newer cars. It was the highlight of my life to meet THE man himself.
The best is... I see him every day of the week while sitting at my computer and say, "Thank you sir for what you've done". So thank you and Mr. Park for the tour. I wish I could be there at Cobra Land to see all of the history you have saved.
Thank you..we appreciate you watching!! Sounds like you have some great memories!!!
This is probably the best video on the best subject on all of RUclips. Cobra is the greatest car ever built.
Thank you so much!! We're glad you enjoyed watching!!
Great episode! The Cobras are awesome on there own, but Nicole, you put it over the top with your genuine, unbridled excitement at not only driving, but just seeing all of the Cobras in that one location. Thanks to you and Mr Park for sharing his passion with us.
Thanks so much!! We're so glad you enjoyed the experience along with us!!
You are my new hero! I'm 70 years old and because of arthritis probably couldn't get in or out of one, but I lived it through your reactions. Thank you!
Well thank you!!! We're so glad you enjoyed riding with us!!
This is one of the best videos about cobras. Well done nicole. What an amazing collection lynn park has.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!!
What a pleasure to meet Mr Zpark and see his collection of Cobra’s. Thank you.
We're so glad you enjoyed watching...thank you!!
This was one of the best episodes ever. Thank you for this experience and letting us in on your experience.
Thank you so much..we're so glad you enjoyed watching!!
My heart skipped a beat at that first glimpse of the blue cobra just casually sitting there through the open interior doorway. Surreal, at the very least, to partially glimpse such a magnificent, historical, inspiring machine loitering on the other side of an ordinary garage entry way. Almost mystical and paradoxical. I'd think I was dreaming. 😍
Well said!! It's almost impossible to explain ..but you nailed it!! Thank you so much for watching!!
This has to be the single most incredible car collection on the planet, hands down bar none. Wow...wow...wow.
Thank you so much for watching!!
Awsome episode. About 7 years ago I was building an ERA FIA Cobra replica and Lynn Park's took the time to open the hood and trunk on his number 16 Car at Rolex Motersport Races Laguna Seca. He let me look around the car for build ideas and answered question I had. I really appreciated the time he took for me. If you have not been to the Rolex in Laguna Seca its a must see. To watch the Park,s family take their Cobra on the track is a a thrill. Been binging the episodes. Thanks Nicole for the sights and sounds of some awsome Auto Art.
Thank you so much..we appreciate that!
Nicole, this was my favorite episode so far. The Shelby Cobra holds a special place in my heart (427 being my dream car). Aside from the INCREDIBLE vehicles featured (AND DRIVEN!) what makes your show so special is the level of appreciation and gratitude you have for each one of the car enthusiasts you go visit; makes everything genuine and makes us (the viewers) feel as fortunate to get to come along for the experience. Good on ya!
Thank you so much!! All of us here at Detour appreciate your kind review and support for our channel!!
I have gotten to ride in one…1 kit Cobra. I don’t know what was more fun to watch. The cars, or the reaction of your humble appreciation of the ULTRA RARE, experience you have gotten to have driving such historical vehicles. I am a 62 year old Ford gear-head. This collection is truly, the Holy Grail of Cobra’s!! It has brought tears to my eyes! INCREDIBLE!!! You!…are one fortunate Lady.
Thank you so much!! This was an experience we will never forget..glad you enjoyed it!!
Mr. Cobra is the nicest person, he shares his valuable collection and he is not shy about it.
Yes..we agree!! Thank you!!
This is one of my favourite car videos ever. The Cobra has been my favourite car for 40 years. It was great to see someone appreciate being able to drive one of these beauties and take us along for the ride.
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I'm a 60's era fanatic! I really don't care what it is as long as it is a Ford or a Chevrolet (GM)! Being as such how can you not be a fan of an original Shelby AC 427 COBRA. I just turned 60, and beat stage 4 cancer, this would be a bucket list dream come true! As a grown man I am pretty sure to walk into that garage, speechless can not describe it! This grown man would have shed tears! Thanks so much for this episode it truly touched my heart to see your enthusiasm for what is undeniably the greatest muscle car collection on the face of the earth and the most special car ever built! You dear lady have done this one proud! An older man just got a fire rekindled with the same enthusiasm he had as 16 year old kid with dreams! Thank You!
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This was truly spectacular to see the joy Nicole took in this video and everyone can see that it was a genuine love shared for these great pieces of automotive history. My only wish is that more people shared the care and friendship shown. Well done to everyone involved in the making, it's been the most worthwhile and uplifting thing I've watched in quite some time. A salute to Mr. Cobra for having the dedication to carry on such a legacy. Again, well done to all that were involved, my hats off to you.
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THIS is one of the most absolutely wonderful things I've ever seen on RUclips. Thank you, Nicole and Lynn for such a beautiful walk down Nostalgia Lane.
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Down-to-earth honesty will prevail every time! Real heart speaks for itself! Thank you for sharing
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Watching from South Africa and the love for these cars are real. The Daytona, the GT40, and the Cobra are some of the most beautiful cars ever made
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That’s is like a lifetime achievement that not many are able to accomplish but there is no one better than Nicole to drive an original cobra someone who really appreciate the car for what it is and not what is worth. An unforgettable experience and once again great episode!
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Priceless video - a blast from the past. Thanks. I´m a 57 years old guy remembering Steve McQueen from the 1970s driving the Mustang through the streets of San Francisco on TV.. Kind regards from Copenhagen, Denamark.
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This episode simply left me speechless. Incredible.
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I am sitting here with goosebumps all over, and gratitude to you all for this episode. What a relief to know those gems are so well cared for, and by such an amazing man, with his amazing story!!
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What an honor to be able to spend time in such a chapel to racing greatness
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You make any car enthusiast proud. I’m happy to be part of your journeys. Steve McQueen is smiling down on you🤜🏽
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as soon as the Car startet I giggled like a child all the way through. Thank you! I will never experience a car like that myself but you made my day!
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Nicole, a "no doubter" home run episode!! Thanks to You and the Park family for making this one happen! You are becoming one of the greatest influence-rs that's helping keep the performance car world world rocking. Your humility, sincerity, and classy approach are commendable! *****
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Lynn is so cool. I love that he uses the cars as opposed to "making money" off them. A real car enthusiast. I like how he was comfy with you driving... my guess is he knew/felt you were a real car nut-and I am sure many come by his place that don't pass muster... awesome amazing episode and beautiful cars.
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Nicole is truly one of a kind. When she told me that she was a Monster Truck driver I knew that driving a Cobra would be easy for her. It took no coaching at all, she just jumped in and took off.
Nicole, you just drove my dream car, just before graduating High School. The 427 Shelby AC Cobra was such an incredible car. You were truly blessed to drive both series 289 and 427. Thank Mr Cobfa for letting that beautiful Lady drive your vehicles that to this day still occupy a space in my dream world.
I'm 75 and recently owned a 2016 Shelby GT350. And loved every 48,000 miles, I drove and experienced it. Every minute was with a big grin on my face, somewhat like Nicole's!
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I must have been about twelve years old when I read about Cobras for the first time in the German magazine "Motor Classic". I was hooked right away. This Video (THANK YOU!!!) reignited this old love of mine.
THANK YOU Mr. Park and Nicole!!
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Your show just keeps getting better and better. This is next level! You are the cherry on top, looking more beautiful than ever! Keep up the fantastic work! 👌
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This is one of the few videos that have brought out the feeling of joy in me. Watching your excitement for a truly once in a lifetime experience was fun to watch. Thank you for making this video and sharing this experience!
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Absolutely lost for words. But thanks to you Nicole and Mr. Cobra, I got to experience something FANTASTIC !!!
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I love Lynn's way of looking at things. Those cars were meant to be driven.
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Far and away - in my opinion - the best original Shelby Cobra documentary video ever. Mega huge thanks for sharing this amazing piece of history!!
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Nicole, your genuine enthusiasm and knowledge of the Cobras was so fun to watch. What an amazing collection, thanks for sharing..what an amazing opportunity.
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Awesome Nicole! For the love of cars, hats off to you and your team! A quick trip down memory lane...I was on a test drive in a "poor man's Cobra" (Sunbeam Tiger Mkll) and a 427 Cobra pulled alongside (the ground was vibrating) at a stop sign. We, Dave and I, nodded and the Cobra rumbled away. Thirty-six years later. when a car carrier came to pick up my Tiger to transport it to it's new owner, a Cobra was driven off the carrier to make room. Kind of like bookends to my life with a Shelby piece!
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I bet your emotions were everywhere. I could not imagine being around all of those beautiful Cobras. That is a dream car!
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Been friends with Lynn for many years & took a stab at producing a documentary some time ago. But rounding up the testimonials & other interviews never materialized (Shelby passed before I could get his interview, among others,) and the project just ran out of steam. Glad to see someone finally do the definitive bio and had access to actually drive some of his museum pieces. Bravo!
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Nicole, I just happened to stumble upon this today; the first time I've watched your channel. I have to say, you are a classy lady that is genuine in your love for cars, but especially in your natural affection towards Mr. Lynn Park. Imagine: that you are the only person he has ever sat next to while sharing all of his cars with you. I think he has found a daughter to adopt. I'm grateful for the sincerity in your appreciation for everything this day; I'm sure Lynn is too! Bravo!!
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If Nicole can drive a Monster Truck I figured she could drive a Cobra. She's a natural and you're right, I'm going to adopt her.
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Wowww,,, Just WOWW! What an experience,, what a privilege!! Everything just mind boggling!! Ever since my apprentice days in 1965 in England, the Cobra has been my dream car,,, and till today,, still is!! What a collection! Thanks for sharing!!
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I first saw a Cobra in person at Lime Rock in '66, lapping the Vettes and Jags, a cherished memory. When cars were machines, not mere transportation appliances. Thanks Nicole, I really enjoyed this blast from the past.
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