Vehicle Description
1966 AC Cobra Roadster
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 1966 AC Cobra Roadster replica showing 3,250
miles which are not actual. The car was built in 2016 by Power
Performance and is sporting a 428ci engine that dynod at 319.72
horsepower, and in a lightweight car like this, that's more than
adequate to get this roadster moving in short order.
Exterior
It is said that Briggs Cunningham started adding stripes to the
American White racing cars to make them more distinctive and
recognizable at speed and the idea that started in the 50's,
continues with Shelby Cobras for which blue and white delineated
their American origins. Reflective accents include the light trim
rings, the bumperettes, side mirrors, window frame, roll bar, and
the polished headers and side pipes. Fittingly, 15-inch Halibrand
knock off replicas provide the shoes here which are wrapped in
staggered size tires over which the hips of this car cover. In
back, stacked round tail lights cap off the coke bottle curves of
the fenders, and a racing style gas latched gas cap takes its place
on one hip. Staring at its face, the gaping grilleless intake and
hood scoop over wide set eyes are enough to motivate those in front
to step aside, just as the boom of exhaust blares by. The paint and
metalwork is fantastic and the only imperfection we found was one
paint chip low on the car.
Interior
Vinyl pocketed door panels present in clean black with polished
door hardware towards the jamb and this material is utilized on the
low back bucket seats in proper Cobra design, flanking the
transmission hump that offers up the forward canted shifter in a
rubber boot. The simple dash design is fronted by a wood rimmed
steering wheel, and houses numerous AutoMeter gauges and toggle
switches that is not too far off from the layout of the originals.
Wonderful low pile black carpet covers the floor and center hump
and AC engraved pedals occupy the brake and clutch, while the trunk
is also nicely lined and houses the battery.
Drivetrain
Lift the light hood and we find a clean 428ci V8 with dual Holley
4-barrel carburetors and hidden inside is a Comp cam with
.580i/.589e lift. The T5 transmission was rebuilt in 2022 at the
same time an 11" clutch was added to this 5-speed manual which
sends power to the rear axle housing 3.54 gears. Headers are on
board, naturally, to begin the simple exhaust process which ends
abruptly in classic sidepipe configuration.
Undercarriage
Other than some typical surface rust, there's not a whole lot to
report under here. It's very clean, even glossy in places and
there's barely evidence of usage. We're loving the inboard disc
brakes in the back which are teamed with discs up front for
efficient stopping power. The tubular frame is straight and
clean.
Drive-Ability
Evidence points to a low mileage, limited use sports car and as
such, the engine delivers without hesitation while the car delivers
astounding acceleration, fantastic tracking, and satisfying, road
sticking handling. All of the functional items operated as they
should including lights, gauges, and brakes. 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.
Fast, fun, and ferocious, Cobra replicas like this one are always
the star of the show. If attention and questions from onlookers
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 eyeing this stunning
bit of white venom. Big power, big presence, and your big chance to
get the car of your dreams, (and the dreams of so many!).
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.
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