Shelby Cobra Dave Friedman. Subtitled: The Shelby American Original Color Archives 1963-1965. Never-before published, original color photos from author and official Shelby American team photographer Dave Friedman. Friedman was on the scene with camera in hand to capture the entire development and production of Carroll Shelby¦slegendary Cobra. This detailed history provides coverage of both the street and racing models, incl uding all of the 26, 289 and 427 models. Fascinating first-hand accounts from Shelby and his crew members tell the entire behind-the-scenes story.