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 designs 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 pro-built Cobra that's ready to rock and roll? Here
it is!
DESIGNED AND ASSEMBLED BY PROFESSIONALS
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 handsome two-stage,
which lays traditional stripes over what appears to be Factory
Five's own Deep Pacific Blue. And today, this super slick roadster
is one head-turning custom that's ready for the track, the
boulevard or the show!
In the world of Cobras, crude detailing is often the downfall of an
otherwise excellent build. Not so with this professionally
assembled MKIII, as the gurus at Greensboro, North Carolina's
Whitby Motorcars ensured every aspect of the car's build enhances
Shelby's innate style and appeal. At the front of this classic,
stainless-trimmed halogen headlights join bullet-style parking
lamps to frame bright Quick Lifts and a stylish Shelby emblem.
Behind that badge, a fully finished hood arcs a small scoop between
polished latches. A polished, bullet-style racing mirror reflects a
stainless-trimmed windscreen between a polished roll bar, tinted
visors and Factory Five wind wings. Beneath those wings, coated
side-pipes follow polished heat extractors and classy Ford fender
emblems. And at the back of the car, sinuous quarters hang
stainless-trimmed taillights between a polished Monza fuel filler,
a second stylish Shelby emblem and polished deck hardware that
complements more bright Quick Lifts.
BLUE OVAL BRAWN
Check this Cobra's clean engine bay and you'll find 351 cubic
inches of proven Ford Windsor that was purchased directly from
Lebanon, New Jersey's Engine Factory, Inc. At the top of that high
output roller mill, a small K&N air cleaner feeds an 800cfm
Edelbrock 4-barrel that's paired with a reliable electric choke.
Those barrels tune a precise mixture of air and fossils for a
proven Edelbrock Performer RPM intake and cast iron cylinder heads.
The fires get lit by Performance Distributors Davis Unified
Ignition, which sequences spark through loomed and sleeved Ford
Racing plug wires. Those wires thread ceramic coated headers.
Modern pulleys spin a modern alternator next to a Ford Blue water
pump. Cooling comes courtesy of a tilted radiator, which shades a
large SPAL puller fan. Choice detailing includes a polished oil
pan, a Wilwood clutch cylinder and tasteful Cobra valve covers that
are dotted with a muted Ford Racing breather. And, thanks to
quality tuning by Olthoff Racing, it all adds up to 360 dyno-proven
horsepower at the car's rear wheels.
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 a Traction Lok
differential and big, 3.73 gears, ensures whiplash-inducing
acceleration while still allowing the car to loaf along at highway
speeds. That taut drivetrain pushes a Factory Five three-link
that's finished with a proven Panhard Bar and modern
coil-over-shocks. An independent front-half hangs two more modern
coil-overs between tubular control arms. Turns come courtesy of
manual rack-and-pinion steering. Stops are provided by
power-assisted calipers, which squeeze vented discs. And power
meets the pavement through Halibrand-style wheels, which twist
flashy spinners inside 235/60R15 BF Goodrich Radial T/As and
295/50R15 BF Goodrich Radial T/As.
THE ESSENCE OF ROADSTER
Between the doors, it's all purpose all the time, as monochromatic
vinyl 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, an upholstered
dash props crisp AutoMeter Cobra telemetry next to a locking
glovebox. An angled shifter joins a polished extinguisher between
polished door latches, colorful Cobra floor mats and sporty AC foot
pedals. The driver carves curves through a polished and wood-rimmed
steering wheel. And the car's clean trunk hides a 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
Professionally built Factory Five Racing Cobra that's fully sorted
and ready to roll
351 cubic inch Ford Windsor High Output crate engine from Engine
Factory, Inc
360 dyno-proven horsepower at the car's rear wheels (400-425hp at
engine)
Tremec 5-speed manual transmission with a hydraulic clutch
Ford 8.8-inch rear axle with a Traction Lok differential and 3.73
gears
Rack-and-pinion steering
4-wheel power disc brakes
Factory Five Racing independent front suspension with
coil-over-shocks
Factory Five Racing three-link rear suspension with
coil-over-shocks
Vinyl interior with four-point Simpson safety harnesses
Factory Five Racing fiberglass body with Deep Pacific Blue paint
and White Shelby Stripes
15-inch Halibrand-style wheels
Ceramic-coated side-pipe exhaust
Build receipts
Cam Card
Dyno results
All RK Motors vehicles receive a comprehensive, multi-point
inspection
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