Vehicle Description
Historically, Cobras were built with a singular focus. They were
designed to get around a track as fast as possible without breaking
anything in the process. But, as the Greek philosopher Heraclitus
once said, "Everything changes, and nothing stands still". These
days, Cobras have evolved to not only be great track cars, but also
great investments, storied show cars and exceptionally fun
cruisers. Speaking of fun, show worthy classics that can still kick
asphalt at the track, check out this fully sorted Factory Five
roadster. Since you can already see the car's charming aesthetics,
and you already know that Factory Five builds some of the best
Cobra replicas on the market, the show and go parts of the equation
are obvious. What isn't so obvious is 351 cubic inches of brutal
Windsor V8, a tough Tremec 5-speed and countless performance
upgrades that make the car an excellent companion for cruising.
Looking for a top-notch Cobra that's ready to rock and roll? Look
no further than this sweet silver snake!
SEE IT SHINE
Factory Five Racing has long been applauded for their great
fiberglass work, and this Cobra is no exception. The car's
virtually flawless profile, modeled on two well-known Shelby
classics, is a one-piece, hand-laid Vinylester shell that was
laminated to 3/16ths, CNC trimmed and covered in a .015-inch gel
coat. That gel lays excellent groundwork for wet looking Metallic
Silver two-stage. And today, this super slick roadster is a
head-turning classic that's ready for the track, the boulevard or
the show!
Speaking of sophistication, crude detailing is often the downfall
of an otherwise excellent build. Not so with this MK3, as every
aspect of its design enhances Shelby's innate style and appeal. At
the front of the car, polished overriders center a polished Nudge
Bar between a stylish Shelby emblem, bullet-style parking lamps and
stainless-trimmed Lucas PL tripod headlights. Behind that emblem, a
lightweight Lift-Off Hood arcs a small scoop between polished pins,
polished latches and bold 351 emblems. A polished, bullet-style
racing mirror reflects a chrome-trimmed windscreen between a
polished roll bar and Factory Five wind wings. Beneath those wings,
polished stainless side-pipes frame polished heat extractors and
classy Ford emblems. And at the back of the car, sinuous quarters
hang chrome-trimmed taillights between a polished, Monza-style fuel
filler, polished deck hardware and a polished Oval Bumper.
BLUE OVAL BRAWN
Check this Cobra's clean engine bay and you'll find 351 cubic
inches of proven Ford Windsor that, according to the car's current
owner, makes right around 425 horsepower! At the top of that fresh
mill, a polished, 427-style air cleaner feeds a big Holley 4-barrel
that's slid between polished stainless fuel lines. Those barrels
tune a precise mixture of air and fossils for a proven Edelbrock
RPM Air Gap intake. That intake feeds lightweight aluminum heads,
which work well with a COMP Thumpr hydraulic roller cam. The Fires
get lit by proven MSD 6AL ignition, which sequences spark between a
hot aftermarket distributor and loomed MSD Street Fire Wires.
Billet brackets support billet pulleys, which spin a modern
alternator next to an aluminum water pump. Cooling comes courtesy
of a big aluminum radiator, which tilts a large Maradyne puller fan
between corrugated hoses, a polished expansion tank and a trick Mr.
Gasket Thermocap. And choice detailing includes a Carter fuel pump,
a deep oil pan, a remote oil cooler and tasteful Ford Racing valve
covers that are dotted with a stainless Ford Racing breather.
ENJOY THE DRIVE
Rule number one of hot rodding: an excellent drivetrain isn't worth
the metal it's built from unless it's paired with a competent
chassis. Behind this Cobra's hot powerplant, a tough Tremec 5-speed
spins a familiar 8.8-inch axle that, thanks to 3.50 gears and a
limited-slip differential, ensures whiplash-inducing acceleration
while still allowing the car to loaf along at highway speeds. That
taut drivetrain pushes a Factory Five 3-link that's finished with a
proven Panhard Bar and adjustable QA-1 coil-overs. An independent
front-half hangs two more adjustable QA-1 coil-overs between
tubular Pole Position control arms. Turns come courtesy of manual
rack-and-pinion steering. Stops are provided by choice Wilwood
calipers, which squeeze drilled, slotted and vented discs. And
power meets the pavement through polished American Racing Torq
Thrust IIs, which twist flashy Ford spinners inside 245/45R17
Yokohamas and 275/40R17 Falkens.
THE ESSENCE OF ROADSTER
Between the doors, it's all purpose all the time, as monochromatic
leather and fade-free carpet culminate in a simple yet attractive
driving environment. Front and center, deep buckets pin soft pleats
under four-point Simpson harnesses. Looking forward, a leather-clad
dash props crisp AutoMeter telemetry above pushbutton ignition and
sporty Shelby foot pedals. An angled shifter joins a muted E-brake
and a polished extinguisher between leather door panels and
polished door latches. The driver carves curves through a polished
and wood-rimmed steering wheel. And a carpeted trunk hides the
car's trusty Optima battery.
A track-bred Cobra that's civil enough to parade down Main Street,
who says you can't have your cake and eat it too? Don't miss your
opportunity to own this spectacular Factory Five roadster!
HIGHLIGHTS
Awesome Factory Five Racing Cobra that's fully sorted and ready to
roll
351 cubic inch Ford Windsor V8 with approximately 425
horsepower
Aluminum heads, MSD 6AL ignition and a COMP Thumpr hydraulic roller
cam
Tremec 5-speed manual transmission
Ford 8.8-inch rear axle with a limited-slip differential and 3.50
gears
Rack-and-pinion steering
Wilwood 4-wheel disc brakes
Factory Five Racing independent front suspension with adjustable
QA-1 coil-over-shocks
Factory Five Racing 3-link rear suspension with adjustable QA-1
coil-over-shocks
Leather interior with 4-point Simpson harnesses
Factory Five Racing fiberglass body with Metallic Silver paint
17-inch American Racing Torq Thrust II wheels
Stainless side-pipe exhaust
COMP Cam Card
Miscellaneous build documents
All RK Motors vehicles receive a comprehensive, multi-point
inspection
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