Vehicle Description
2019 Factory Five Cobra Roadster
"The Cobras dominated Corvettes in North America, winning races
coast to coast. On July 4, 1965, the Cobra, (in roadster and coupe
form), won the World Manufacturers' GT Championship, as the team
soundly defeated Ferrari. Shelby American is the only American
vehicle manufacturer to win the prestigious championship, before or
since." Thx Shelby.com. Fast forward 30 years and Factory Five was
founded and what started as a small, start-up business has become
the world's largest manufacturer of component car kits.
For consignment, a 2019 Factory Five Cobra roadster, with a title
verified 7,405 actual miles, built in California with a stroker V8
and adorned in some unique specs that make this Cobra stand out
from all others in the snake pit. 9 out of 10 car guys agree, the
Cobra is the coolest car on the planet, a distinctly American take
on a diminutive British roadster, and everybody either wants one or
will come to want one.
Exterior
Burgundy Metallic is accentuated by white painted stripes which
start below the gaping intake run over the nose and hood, then over
the back, cascading down the rear panel. While we're back here,
let's take a moment to notice the round taillights, the
characteristic bumperettes, and on this car, twin roll bars, one
for each occupant. Back in front, dark faced projector beams are
nested in the headlight along with LED halo bars while in the
intake, auxiliary halo LED lights add more potential for brighter
roads ahead. There are some subtle yellow accents, if yellow can be
subtle, including the last rib of the side gill vent and the brake
calipers and as we'll learn, these pick up on the yellow racing
harness inside the topless cabin. Dark side pipes are complemented
by the 17-inch Team III AC III wheels which present in dark
charcoal with polished rims and faux knockoffs that have body
colored accents. It's all in excellent condition and we could not
find any exterior imperfections other than some orange peel and
inclusion in the finish.
Interior
Here's a twist. Cream color leather starts on the door panels and
veers from traditional black interiors and the map pouches even
have a burgundy accent. The color is also used on the traditional
cobra seats wrapped in RaceQuip racing harnesses in bright yellow.
The beautiful center console is black Daytona fabric with cream
leather accent trim and a cream boot around the red striped, black
shifter. Chef's kiss! A Momo race inspired, flat bottomed steering
wheel is in place here inspiring confidence in a car that would
normally have a slim, wood wheel. The dash is yet another
spectacle, wrapped in cream with silver faced and framed AutoMeter
gauges. More cream trims the black carpet covering on the floor and
footwell walls.
Drivetrain
Ah ha! More yellow! The valve covers and wires of this 351ci
Windsor based 396ci stroker V8 are yellow. The engine also boasts
Trick Flow Twisted Wedge 170 aluminum heads, a performance
camshaft, Edelbrock intake, and a Holley 4-barrel carburetor.
Headers travel a short distance to side pipes. A Tremec TKO500
5-speed manual transmission is underfoot and sends some serious
ponies to the Ford 8.8" rear. Only power disc brakes will do here,
and they're found on all four wheels.
Undercarriage
This former California ride is totally tubular, man. The frame that
is, and we're not sure if this car rode on an indoor treadmill to
accumulate 7,000 miles, but the underside is clean enough to
warrant questions. Just minor hints that the car's been driven at
all and no grease, no oil, and certainly no surface rust to note.
And would ya look at that, the gas tank straps and side pipe
brackets have been painted yellow! Coil overs are up front and in
back where they are accompanied with a 4-link suspension.
Drive-Ability
As much fun as these are, they are toys that come with the
potential to bite. The power to weight ratio is off the charts, so
this is one snake you want to charm on a first ride. Sure, the
exhaust note begs you to step on the snake and send it slithering
down the tarmac but resist the urge until you've been through the
full course of zookeeper training. For our short jaunt, the car
exhibits obvious power, amazing handling, straight tracking, and
brakes that grip like a boa constrictor. All functions work as they
are supposed to on this low mileage California king. 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.
If you're in the market for a Cobra and didn't want the traditional
blue and white version, here's a fantastic alternative that
presents in a stunning spec. Fast, fun, and ferocious, Cobra
replicas like this one are always the star of the show. If
attention and questions from onlookers and red light neighbors
bother you, you probably stopped reading a long time ago. For those
who remain, you've obviously been bitten. There's only one antidote
for your affliction, and that's to buy this car. Strike quickly as
there may be other snake wranglers in the ring.
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.
There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
With so many great cars, you know we have a lot to talk about, and
we do that each week on the Classic Auto Mall Podcast with host
Stewart Howden. Stewart discusses new inventory as well as trends
in consignments and car prices, while interviewing celebrities and
automotive professionals about amazing cars and their history. Tune
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