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.
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.
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.
1965 Shelby Cobra 427 RT4 Roadster Replica By BackDraft Racing
427ci V8
Tremec 5-Speed Manual
RWD
Guardsman Blue Exterior w/ Wimbledon White Stripes
Black Leather Interior
Current Owner Reports 2024 Build
500 HP & 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
This 1965 Shelby Cobra Replica, built by Mid States of Nebraska and offered out of Sandy, Utah, captures that iconic energy with a refined custom build. Featuring a balanced and blueprinted 351ci V8, a Ford Thunderbird-sourced automatic transmission, and a custom chassis setup, this replica is all about high-performance style with usability in mind. Read on to find out what else this classic homage offers.
The Shelby Cobra is a rare example of a car that’s highly desirable on both sides of the Atlantic. It’s the result of the prolific Carroll Shelby deciding to take a compact British roadster from AC Cars and stuff an American V8 into its engine bay. The result is a fantastically fearsome beast that’s a true driver’s car, and a race track demon. All in all, less than a thousand official Cobras were made between 1962 and 1967. Of course, at the time, scant thought was paid towards preservation of the model for future generations. This means that high six figure price tags are normal for average-condition cars, with mint examples commanding seven figures. However, plenty of replicas do exist for those who want to get their Cobra fix at a far more reasonable price. Today’s 2016 Shelby Cobra Replica is a prime example, and it’s up for sale in California with just 3,196 miles on the clock.
It's been over four decades since the Shelby Cobra sprang to life, and it still manages to elicit gasps and admiration from onlookers. But, as finding an original example is a dream of many, getting your hands on a Cobra replica done right is the best way to experience all that open-top charm and fiery performance. Present today is precisely that: a replica done right, and it takes shape with this 1965 Factory Five Racing Shelby Cobra.
This 1965 Shelby Cobra Replica, built by Mid States of Nebraska and offered out of Sandy, Utah, captures that iconic energy with a refined custom build. Featuring a balanced and blueprinted 351ci V8, a Ford Thunderbird-sourced automatic transmission, and a custom chassis setup, this replica is all about high-performance style with usability in mind. Read on to find out what else this classic homage offers.
Remakes aren't always done to perfection, expectations are high and it's hard to replicate icons. However, Factory 5 are the folks who take that statement and show us remakes that are as great as the icons they are based on. With a built not bought mentality, its cars like this 1965 Shelby Cobra Replica By Factory Five Racing we have today that manage to capture and reinvigorate the spirit of the original for a new breed of collector.
Chevy’s answer to Ford’s pony car challenge, the Camaro came in 1967 and brought a sister along for the ride, in the shape of the Pontiac Firebird. This was a smart move by General Motors as it allowed them to sell two suitably varied models in the same segment but with much of the same underpinnings, engines and other components. The Firebird was axed in 2002 but the Camaro continued to be made until 2024. That makes it the second longest-running pony car in history. Today, we’ve got a nice first-generation 1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS for sale in St. Cloud, Florida. This 1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS 396 is a show-stopping example of American muscle restored to concours-level detail. Verified by its X66 code and built at the Norwood, Ohio plant, this real-deal Super Sport coupe combines factory originality with subtle performance enhancements that elevate both its drivability and collectability. With its matching-numbers big-block, correct Turbo 400 transmission, and period-authentic Holley 4346 carburetor, this Camaro is the perfect blend of raw 1960s muscle and expert craftsmanship.
Chevy’s second-generation Corvette was made from 1963 to 1967, but across that relatively short lifcycle, over 117,000 examples found homes. This highlights how popular the Corvette was back then, much like it is now. The second generation or C2 brought about many features that we know from later ‘Vettes, such as pop-up headlamps, the boat-tailed styling, and the exclusive use of V8s for the Corvette – the C1 did offer a six cylinder early in its lifecycle but that wasn’t deemed worthy for a top-tier sports car. Today, we’ve got a 1967 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe for sale from Shohola, Pennsylvania, and let us tell you it’s a catch. With a growling 327 under the hood, this is classic American car nirvana at its finest. Plus, given the great condition of the car, it’s a sure-fire appreciating asset if you continue to look after it. If you’re interested in getting your hands on this beauty, we’re waiting for your call or DM.
Chevy’s third-generation Corvette of 1968 to 1982 was the best-seller in the entire range, in terms of generational numbers. Thanks to its super-long production run, over 542,000 were made, despite it carrying on through the dreaded Malaise Era. During these dark times for automotive enthusiasts, Chevy worked hard to maintain the Corvette as one of the fastest American cars around – of course that was a subjective term, but impressive, nonetheless. Hence, a C3 Corvette is a robust way to enter the world of classic American cars. Want to know more? We’ve got a 1977 Chevrolet Corvette for sale from Littleton, Colorado right here. It packs a 350ci L48 under the hood, paired with an automatic transmission to make it more convenient for those who never bothered to learn stick shift.
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