- 1965 BackDraft Racing RT4 Roadster - 2024 Build
- 427ci V8 Engine
- Tremec 5 Speed Manual Transmission
- Guardsman Blue With Wimbledon White Stripes Exterior
- Black Leather Interior
- 500 Horsepower & 500 Lb-Ft of Torque
- 10:1 Compression (Pump Gas)
- 4340 Forged Steel Stroker Crankshaft
- Hydraulic Roller Camshaft
- Forged Aluminum Pistons
- Holley Terminator X EFI
- Polished Aluminum Valve Covers
- Hydraulic Clutch
- 4-Wheel Power Disc Brakes
- Coilover Front Struts
- Multi-Link Rear Suspension
- 3.55 Ford Super 8.8 Differential
- Autometer OEM-Style Gauges
- Passenger Seat Slider
- Custom Blue/White Shift Knob
- Cam-Lock Style SABELT Seatbelts
- Raydot Driver’s Side Mirror
- Glove Box
- Black Vinyl Toneau Cover
- Driver’s Side Roll Hoop
- 18” Halibrand-Style Wheels
- Chrome Side Exhaust
- LeMans Fuel Filler Cap
- Wimbledon White Pinstriping
There are a handful of cars that strike fear and envy upon mentioning their name – the legendary Shelby Cobra was one of them. It's a dream for many to be behind the wheel of one of America’s greatest, with its open top motoring at its finest plus the good old V8 performance ensuring smiles per gallon day. Getting your hands on a Shelby Cobra is a task that is easier said than done, with a few examples making their way to market and fetching sky high prices, one's dream of owning might always end up being a dream. Present today is the best way to live up your dream and takes shape with this 1965 Shelby Cobra BackDraft Racing RT4 Roadster.
Exterior and Interior
Built by the maestros over at Backdraft racing, this 1965 Shelby Cobra BackDraft Racing RT4 Roadster is a very close representation of the real deal. The exterior of this 2024 build is finished off in Guardsman Blue With Wimbledon White Stripes Exterior and features all its exterior components which include a Raydot driver’s side mirror, a black vinyl tonneau cover, a driver’s side roll hoop, a chrome side exit exhaust and for that added effect - A LeMans fuel filler cap. In terms of shoes, this custom American powerhouse sits on a set of 18” Halibrand-Style Wheels. The black leather interior of this 1965 Shelby Cobra BackDraft Racing RT4 Roadster is a no frills, high driver engagement environment. Step inside and you are treated to a host of uber cool features which include Autometer OEM-Style gauges, Passenger Seat Slider, Custom Blue/White shift knob, cam-lock Style SABELT seat belts and even a glove box for added storage.
Engine
A Cobra stings hard, so pop open the hood of this 1965 Shelby Cobra BackDraft Racing RT4 Roadster and that's exactly what you get - a 427ci V8 powertrain ready to sting. The current owner reports that this custom build pushes out a mighty impressive 500 Horsepower & 500 Lb-Ft of Torque that is made possible with a reported 4340 Forged Steel Stroker Crankshaft, Hydraulic Roller Camshaft, Forged Aluminum Pistons, Holley Terminator X EFI and Polished Aluminum Valve Covers for added aesthetic. Handling is also vastly improved with the current owner reporting a Hydraulic Clutch, 4-Wheel Power Disc Brakes, Coilover Front Struts, Multi-Link Rear Suspension, 3.55 Ford Super 8.8 Differential and a Tremec 5 Speed Manual Transmission for enhanced power delivery and greater drive feel.
This 1965 Shelby Cobra Replica by Backdraft Racing delivers the kind of raw, analog experience that made the original Cobra such an icon, while adding the more modern chassis engineering Backdraft is known for. Showing just 3,314 miles, this example is powered by a 427ci Ford Racing V8 paired with a 5-speed manual transmission and rear-wheel drive. Finished in Gray Metallic with racing stripes over a black leather interior, it brings together classic Cobra proportions, a big-block-style powertrain, side-exit exhaust, knock-off-style wheels, and an unmistakably purposeful cockpit.
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This 1965 Shelby Cobra Replica by Backdraft Racing delivers the kind of raw, analog experience that made the original Cobra such an icon, while adding the more modern chassis engineering Backdraft is known for. Showing just 3,314 miles, this example is powered by a 427ci Ford Racing V8 paired with a 5-speed manual transmission and rear-wheel drive. Finished in Gray Metallic with racing stripes over a black leather interior, it brings together classic Cobra proportions, a big-block-style powertrain, side-exit exhaust, knock-off-style wheels, and an unmistakably purposeful cockpit.
This 2010 Factory Five Shelby Cobra MkIV Replica Roadster is one of just 15 special 15th Anniversary Editions produced, giving it a much more exclusive identity than a typical Factory Five build. Finished in Yellow with Cardinal racing stripes over a Black interior, it combines classic Cobra-inspired proportions with a carefully curated anniversary specification and serious performance hardware. Highlights include a Ford Motorsport Boss 302ci crate V8, Holley HP multi-point electronic fuel injection, a 5-speed manual transmission, custom Moser 8.8-inch rear end, Koni double-adjustable coilovers, and engraved 15th Anniversary Halibrand-style knock-off wheels. Special badging, exclusive gauges, anniversary floor mats, and extensive polished and engine-turned detailing further distinguish this limited-production roadster.
This 1965 Shelby Cobra Replica by Factory Five Racing brings the classic Cobra formula together with a performance-focused modern build. Constructed around a Factory Five Racing Mark III Roadster body, it is finished in Charcoal Gray Metallic with Silver racing stripes over a Black interior. Its specification centers around a 363ci Stroker V8 built by Smeding, a Tremec 5-speed manual transmission, side-pipe exhaust, 4-wheel disc brakes, aftermarket alloy wheels, and a number of driver-focused upgrades. The result is a lightweight, open-top roadster with the raw V8 character and unmistakable proportions enthusiasts expect from a Cobra-style build.
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