Vehicle Description
1985 Ford Cobra
To have been around the racing circuit in the mid 60's must have
been an amazing experience. And when Carroll Shelby showed up with
these alien looking little roadsters with their blistering speed
and powerful engines, people were impressed but they could not have
known the lasting legacy these cars would have and their ability,
nearly 60 years later, to take the breath away from your average
car enthusiasts. That's magic in a bottle that happens rarely in
the automotive world.
For consignment, a 1985 Ford Cobra with a title verified 4,799
actual miles with a 429 under the hood and wearing stunning red and
gray livery.
Note: The clean and clear Ohio title for this car does not have a
listing for vehicle "Make", but does have a vehicle "Make
Description" listed as ASFE. Please check your local, state, and
federal laws for proper titlingand registration procedures for this
vehicle.
Exterior
A double ribbon of titanium stripes ride over the horizontal
surfaces like a present under the Christmas tree and red coats the
panels like Santa's sleigh. The oval chrome bumper surrounds an egg
crate grille from which the black trimmed stripe begins and
intersects a small hood scoop looming over the gently ascending
hood line. A pair of hood pins are at the top in front of the raked
windshield with wind guards and all glass is slightly tinted.
Chrome elements include the beefy sidepipes and a straight roll bar
that spans the cabin to cover both the driver and passenger. The
curvaceous rear with its wide hips also features a chrome bumper
that is more of a design element than actual protection but looks
great by any measure and it is flanked by quad rounded tail lights.
15-inch wire wheels with faux knockoffs add some visual interest,
as if the car needed anymore! The only imperfection on the exterior
is a spot of discoloration in the paint.
Interior
Black vinyl door cards feature the Cobra badge and a pleated map
pocket and padded lower border, keeping things minimalist and
light. The seats step things up a notch with well padded bucket
seats in tuck and roll patterned black vinyl in good condition. The
wall in back between the seats has black and gray patterned vinyl
with a Cobra snake affixed to the middle and this material covers
the center hump from which the wood handled T-shifter rises, in
this case, an automatic. An AC branded wood steering wheel fronts
the black padded dash and the center panel where all Stewart Warner
gauges, AM/FM/Cassette radio, climate controls, and indicator
lights reside. The narrow footwells are covered in low pile back
carpet.
Drivetrain
Polished aluminum panels line the engine bay but our eyes are drawn
to the big, finned Cobra valve covers on the 429ci V8 wearing an
Edelbrock intake and a Holley 4-barrel carburetor. Rowing it into
motion is a C6 3-speed automatic transmission sending power to a
Ford 9" rear axle. Disc brakes are up front and drums in the rear,
while headers are mated to the exhaust ports. The bay is clean and
includes braided hoses and polished parts for this show worthy
powerplant.
Undercarriage
Plenty of polished parts underneath including the oil and
transmission pans, side panels, and a panel under the gas tank. The
black frame, knuckles and wheel components are all clean with no
surface rust nor grime build up. The exhaust, of course, goes from
the headers and directly sideways to the side pipe and suspension
consists of a Mustang II front and a 4 link with coil springs in
back.
Drive-Ability
A prime of the Holley and the 429 roars to life and we slip the
T-handle to Drive and this red rocking roadster hits the test loop
with obvious power underfoot, great tracking and handling and
braking on demand. We note the heater blower is not operating,
there are audible exhaust leaks, and a vacuum leak under the dash.
All other functions operate as intended. While Classic Auto Mall
represents that these functions were working at the time of our
test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working at
the time of your purchase.
Cobra replicas come in many configurations in terms of interior
pieces and of course, power plants. This one is an excellent
combination of some uncommon choices and will undoubtedly attract
attention. First, from you and others interested in purchasing it.
Then, from every human being who encounters it in the future. Hands
down, one of the most desirable hobby cars in the world. It's your
time. Do not think about it too long. Today, roulette is your game,
and you just landed on red!
Classic Auto Mall is home to more than 1,000 classic and
collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate
controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (that's more than 8
acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic
and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit
www.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-0914. Contact us
anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in
person.
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