Vehicle Description
Equally at home on the track or as a weekend cruiser that's sure to
monopolize attention wherever it goes, this 1965 Shelby Cobra from
Factory Five Racing is one awesome specimen. It's clad in a great
color and carries plenty of dependable power to make your
experience behind the wheel an absolute blast. Its manufacturer has
garnered a stellar reputation for both workmanship and construction
process, so you can count on this '65 to be one rock-solid
ride.
The ultra-sharp Graphite Metallic shade this Cobra wears gives it a
magnetic yet understated appeal. The paint has a strong shine and a
very smooth finish and really holds up under scrutiny. The
precision that comes part and parcel with Factory Five's process is
evident here - the panels line up nicely and you can get a strong
sense that the fiberglass body is well made. Save for the front and
rear fender wells, which have been modified to accommodate wider
rubber, everything remains in its original configuration. The array
of chrome on board here is in top notch condition and the inclusion
of an additional passenger roll cage provides an added measure of
safety. A closer inspection will reveal that the big sturdy tube
frame employed by Factory Five has done its job well - there's no
sagging to be found here, nor are there any stress cracks to
detract from the undeniable curb appeal this Cobra has.
Despite the very spirited driving this car lends itself to, you can
see that it's been navigated with respect from inside the cabin.
The black vinyl interior is in consistently fresh condition, with
no pronounced signs of wear on the pair of racing buckets with
their proper 4-point harnesses or any heel marks on the black
carpeting below. The woodgrain-handled shifter beckons you to grab
ahold and put this performer through its paces, and as you do,
you'll notice that the array of AutoMeter gauges on the dash are
all in good working order, with the monitoring unit for the fuel
injection system neatly mounted just below.
The drivetrain has been configured with ample dependable power in
mind. A 302 cubic inch small block serves as its foundation,
dressed with a pair of Cobra-branded valve covers and a matching
oblong air cleaner and armed with a Weiand intake manifold and an
FI Tech Electronic Fuel Injection system to amplify its output and
provide both adjustability and dependable operation in all sorts of
weather. The pair of BBK headers reduce exhaust back pressure and
lead right into a pair of side pipes that broadcast a great
rumbling exhaust note. Farther forward, a sizable aluminum radiator
teams with an electric fan to keep operating temperatures under
control and an MSD distributor, coil and spark plug wires have also
been added to maximize available spark. The engine pairs with a
5-speed manual transmission that puts maximum control of this
Cobra's power in the hands of the driver, while coilovers in both
front and back provide agility you'll notice on both asphalt and
track alike. Power steering is far from a given in this niche, but
it's on board here for effortless handling, while disc brakes at
all four corners that feature Wilwood calipers bring prompt, fade
resistant stops. A set of 17" Eleanor-style wheels wrapped with
extra wide Goodyear tires that show plenty of remaining tread
provide a nice finishing touch.
Sporting plenty of eager power to go along with its outstanding
curb appeal, this 1965 Shelby Cobra from Factory Five Racing is a
very well-configured representative of this niche that holds the
promise of many fun-filled miles ahead. Call today!