Vehicle Description
This one is about fulfilling a Cobra wish list. Iconic colors,
race-ready accessories, a high-performance big block, beefy
four-speed, a European-inspired fully-independent suspension, and
four-wheel disc brakes. So while all Cobras look like they are
completion-focused, this 1966 Shelby Backdraft Racing Cobra is the
one you'll use to dominate your next track day.
When you envision building your ideal Cobra, this is the first
picture your mind will always go to. The deep Indigo Blue with
white painted dual racing stripes is as much a part of the icon as
the curvy roadster body. And the combination of the high luster hue
highlighting all the rounded panels is what makes every enthusiast
fall in love instantly. It also helps that Backdraft offers one of
the highest quality bodies in the Cobra industry. That's why the
fit and finish on this particular car is worthy of all the extra
scrutiny it's likely to get at shows. It's set up as an SC, so it
has the flares, the jacking stubs instead of bumpers, chrome roll
hoop, and all the other fixtures that define the Cobra today. And
the one we know you love the most are those iconic ten-spoke
Halibrand-style wheels.
The interior definitely gets the Shelby attitude right with
wrap-around buckets and the three spoke wood steering wheel. It
even has the reversed Mustang gearstick like a proper Cobra is
supposed to have. The full VDO gauge package is critical if you're
using your Cobra on the track, and quite frankly, you'll love
watching all of them dance even if you're just on the highway.
There's no radio, no heater, no A/C - this was built to maximize
the driving experience and nothing else needs to get in the
way.
Sure, the Cobra air topper and valve covers in the engine bay will
certainly attract crowds... but a Cobra's primary mission is to be
the fastest sports car around. That's why beneath the flash is the
substance of a 427 V8 that's been enhanced with dual Holley
four-barrel carburetors, MSD ignition, a Miledon extra-large oil
pan, and long tube headers that feed the thunderous side pipes. All
this power is only at its best when you have the right components
to control it. That's why you get a stout Borg Warner T10
four-speed feeding the BMW rear differential. On the road or
racetrack, you'll instantly feel the confidence the fully
independent suspension gives you. In front, it's a cast lower
wishbone with a McPherson-style coil over strut and adjustable
stabilizer bar, and the rear, there's has an adjustable multilink
rear setup supplied by BMW. Plus, the modern grip of the Nitto
Extreme ZR tires is backed up at each wheel with disc brakes.
With less than 9,600 miles on the build, this is your dream Cobra
done right. So hurry before this bad-boy Backdraft falls into
someone else's hands. Call now!