Vehicle Description
Every revolution creates a trend. Every trend has admirers. And for
every admirer, there's a dilution of the revolution that created
the trend in the first place. But every once in a while, a trend is
so powerful it not only becomes the standard for what's cool with a
particular clientele, it also sets a baseline for the culture
around that clientele. Need some examples? We all know you don't
button the second button of a 2-button suit. And we also know you
can't wear brown shoes with a black belt. Like it or not, these are
unspoken standards. With their tidy proportions and all-American
athleticism, Shelby Cobras are certainly a standard in the sports
car world. And the baseline for notable Cobra builds is a
lightweight body, ferocious Ford power and somewhat conservative
aesthetics. The question then becomes: what happens when someone
meets that baseline and throws in a couple of great ideas for good
measure? You get a break-neck collectable like this polished
Kirkham roadster! Whether you're a diehard Cobra fan, an old school
track carver or just a curious enthusiast who loves shiny things,
it's not hard to see yourself enjoying good times and great equity
in this mirrored classic!
POLISHED ALUMINUM > ALUMINUM
The pros at Provo, Utah's Kirkham Motorsports have gained quite a
reputation for assembling serious performance machines. Founded
when a hardcore enthusiast elicited the help of a Polish plane
manufacturer, the firm is well-known for creating precision
tributes that, in roller form, currently fetch $100K. Purchased in
late 2016 by its current owner, this Kirkham 427 KMS/SC recently
benefitted from $23,500 of professional sorting that was performed
by Placentia, California's Voss Performance. Today, the car rolls
as a timeless combination of killer style and serious performance
that, like all Kirkham Cobras, is listed in the Shelby World
Registry!
Since it's probably one of the nicest Kirkham Cobras on the planet,
this glare-inducing beast nails the visual details! At the front of
the car, a polished Nudge Bar leads modern headlights and clear,
stainless-trimmed parking lamps. Satin stripes traverse a compact
hood, which props a small scoop in front of stainless-cased glass
that's outfitted with tinted visors, clear wind wings and stainless
wipers. At the sides of that glass, polished mirrors reflect a
sinuous profile that's laced with satin fender stripes, branded
with monochromatic "KIRKHAM 427" badging and capped with a
polished, Monza-style fuel filler. And out back, a polished roll
bar complements a chrome tag light, chrome-trimmed tail lamps, a
locking trunk and a polished oval bumper.
527 > 427
This roadster's signage accurately advertises 427 cubic inches of
American muscle. What it fails to convey is: instead of some
romantic relic from a bygone era, would-be challengers are facing
an aluminum Shelby FE 427 that, with the help of 100 extra cubic
inches, twists 638 dyno-proven horsepower into 651 lb./ft. of
tire-killing torque! Professionally overhauled to the tune of
$11,933 by Arkadelphia, Arkansas' Craft Performance Engines, that
spry mill kicks off with polished and port-matched Borla stacks.
Those FAST-controlled pipes, added at a cost of $7,453, dump a
choice mixture of air and fuel in to a lightweight aluminum intake.
That plane floods hot aluminum heads that are built with Comp
retainers, Smith Brothers pushrods, Comp springs and traditional
Cobra Le Mans valve covers. Beneath those heads, a honed block
cages a polished 4340 crank between Diamond Racing pistons, H-beam
connecting rods and a full suite of Federal-Mogul bearings. Those
pistons, wrapped in Mahle rings, frame Crane hydraulic roller
lifters and a custom Comp hydraulic roller cam. At the front of
that cam, a quality MSD distributor sequences spark between an MSD
Blaster SS coil, MSD 6AL ignition and loomed MSD Super Conductor
plug wires. Beneath those wires, powder-coated headers roll charred
dinosaurs in to stainless, powder-coated side-pipes. In front of
those tubes, Ford Racing timing components complement a polished
Edelbrock water pump that, along with a polished alternator, spins
behind polished Concept One pulleys. Speaking of water, a big
aluminum radiator circulates coolant around a 12-inch SPAL puller
fan, polished tubes and a polished Kirkham expansion tank. Speaking
of fluids, lubrication is handled by a quality Melling oil pump.
And top notch accessories, like billet tanks, K&N breathers,
ARP fasteners and a deep Kirkham oil pan, add just the right amount
of detail to the car's striped and polished engine bay.
IT'S EVEN POLISHED ON THE BOTTOM
One of the best things about buying a professionally engineered
Cobra tribute is the impressive hardware underneath. Fully sorted
and completely detailed, this Kirkham's polished, ladder-style
frame and billet, fully independent suspension are ready to hit the
toughest track you can find. Behind the hotted 427, a tough Tremec
5-speed makes excellent use of a Quick Time bellhousing and a
McLeod Stage III clutch. Vented discs combine with quality Wilwood
calipers to provide confidence-inspiring stops. Electronic
rack-and-pinion steering makes low speed parking almost as easy as
high speed sweeps. Power meets the pavement through $3,895 worth of
powder-coated Knock-Offs, which spin billet Kirkham spinners inside
aggressive Goodyear billboards. And detailing is on point, with a
42-gallon fuel tank and quality AN fittings complementing stainless
bolts and rubber-lined wheel wells.
FITS LIKE A GLOVE
Between the car's tidy doors, leather-wrapped buckets, which
feature bright Crow Enterpizes safety harnesses, look great against
$1,838 worth of new wool carpet and fresh leather panels. In front
of those seats, a leather-wrapped dash founds Safecraft fire
suppression beneath tasteful Kirkham and Speedhut telemetry. A wide
console orients a polished shifter between a polished handbrake,
buttons for trick seat heaters and a polished Safecraft fire
extinguisher. The driver spins a polished and leather-wrapped
steering wheel around metal Kirkham foot pedals. And the passengers
store essentials in a striped and polished trunk.
Featuring professionally sorted performance, classic appeal and
incredible aesthetics, this polished roadster provides unmatched
exclusivity. It's an adventuresome take on one of the most
desirable sports cars ever produced. And if you're the kind of
enthusiast that likes to show and go, it's the perfect addition to
your garage!
HIGHLIGHTS
Professionally sorted Kirkham Motorsports KMS/SC
Listed in the Shelby World Registry
527 cubic inch aluminum Shelby FE V8 / 638 dyno-proven
horsepower
Tremec 5-speed manual transmission / McLeod Stage III clutch
Leather interior with heated seats
Electronic rack-and-pinion steering
Wilwood 4-wheel disc brakes
Fully independent suspension / Polished stainless frame
Polished aluminum body
15-inch Knock-Off Wheels / Goodyear billboard tires
Engine specs with Cam Card
Dyno results
Build receipts
All RK Motors vehicles receive a comprehensive, multi-point
inspection
We can arrange shipment of your purchase anywhere in the world
