A legend whichever way you look at it, the AC Cobra or Shelby Cobra is a car that was the result of Carroll Shelby’s engineering genius and AC Cars of Britain’s experience with diminutive open-topped sports cars. Stuffing an American V8 into a compact British roadster body created this mad machine, of which less than 1,000 original examples were made between 1962 and 1967. Today, getting your hands on an original Cobra is a difficult and rather expensive task. It’s not uncommon to find mint examples of the original being sold for high six, or even seven figure prices. Thankfully, outfits such as Factory Five Racing exist, and build fine replicas. They even endow them with some modern touches and creature comforts, such as what this 1965 Shelby Cobra by Factory Five Racing comes with. Available in Harbor Springs, Michigan, this car has just 3,000 miles to its name. Let us tell you all about it.
This 1965 Shelby Cobra by Factory Five Racing build was completed in 2013, and introduces itself with a yellow and black two-tone paint job. The car comes with the iconic dual roll bars, but there’s an added surprise in the form of a removable soft top with top and side curtains by DTS. This means that you can actually drive this car in less than perfect weather, if you’re careful. The frame has been powder coated too, for longevity. The custom interior of this 1965 Shelby Cobra by Factory Five Racing remains largely true to original, with two heated seats, a steering wheel, and a dashboard with a host of gauges. But, there’s also a center console with a JVC touchscreen radio that includes navigation, and even some controls for the ventilation system. The vents for this are in the foot wells. Looking further, we find cup holders within the bespoke console, as well as courtesy lights plus 12-volt power sockets in the footwells. Then, we’re told that the wheel wells have been undercoated for sound deadening, and there’s dynamat installed under the carpets for the same purpose.
Powering this 1965 Shelby Cobra by Factory Five Racing is a 351ci V8 that’s been blocked and stroked to 408 with Gordon Levy roller lifters. The dyno test for this car reportedly shows 400 horsepower at the rear wheels. Power is sent to them via a 5-speed Tremec manual gearbox. There’s Inglese fuel injection, Wilwood disc brakes and IRS rear suspension too. This is a Cobra that’s built to race, but can also provide you with a comfortable long-distance cruising experience.
The Shelby Cobra remains one of the most legendary American sports cars ever created, combining lightweight construction with massive V8 power to deliver performance that was decades ahead of its time. This 1965 Shelby Cobra Replica by Mid States Nebraska captures the spirit of the original while benefiting from modern engineering and craftsmanship. Showing approximately 21,887 miles, this striking roadster is finished in black over a matching black interior and features a professionally built 351ci V8 that has been balanced, blueprinted, bored, and stroked for enhanced performance. Supported by an independent rear suspension and a robust 4-inch tubular frame, this Cobra replica offers the visceral driving experience enthusiasts crave while providing the reliability and usability expected from a carefully constructed modern interpretation of an automotive icon.
There’s no denying the lasting appeal of a Shelby Cobra, and this 1967 Shelby Cobra Replica delivers the raw, unapologetic driving experience that has made these cars legends for decades. Built around lightweight roadster proportions and massive V8 power, Cobra replicas continue to attract enthusiasts seeking one of the purest analog performance experiences ever conceived. Showing just 3,292 miles, this example is powered by a blueprinted 408ci stroker V8 producing a reported 415 horsepower on the dyno, paired with a Ford-sourced 4-speed manual transmission. Finished in classic red over a black interior, this Cobra replica combines aggressive performance hardware with timeless styling cues that instantly command attention anywhere it goes.
Few vehicles capture the raw spirit of 1960s American performance quite like the Shelby Cobra, and this 1965 Shelby Cobra Replica by Backdraft Racing delivers that legendary experience with modern engineering and reliability. Built to honor Carroll Shelby’s iconic Anglo-American roadster formula, this example combines lightweight construction, massive V8 power, and open-air driving excitement into one seriously intimidating package. Showing just 9,077 miles, this Cobra replica is powered by a Roush 427ci V8 paired with a Tremec TKO 5-speed manual transmission, creating the kind of brutal yet engaging driving experience enthusiasts dream about. Finished in red with white racing stripes and equipped with numerous premium upgrades, this Backdraft Racing build offers timeless Cobra styling backed by high-quality craftsmanship and performance-focused hardware.
The Shelby Cobra remains one of the most legendary American sports cars ever created, combining lightweight construction with massive V8 power to deliver performance that was decades ahead of its time. This 1965 Shelby Cobra Replica by Mid States Nebraska captures the spirit of the original while benefiting from modern engineering and craftsmanship. Showing approximately 21,887 miles, this striking roadster is finished in black over a matching black interior and features a professionally built 351ci V8 that has been balanced, blueprinted, bored, and stroked for enhanced performance. Supported by an independent rear suspension and a robust 4-inch tubular frame, this Cobra replica offers the visceral driving experience enthusiasts crave while providing the reliability and usability expected from a carefully constructed modern interpretation of an automotive icon.
There’s no denying the lasting appeal of a Shelby Cobra, and this 1967 Shelby Cobra Replica delivers the raw, unapologetic driving experience that has made these cars legends for decades. Built around lightweight roadster proportions and massive V8 power, Cobra replicas continue to attract enthusiasts seeking one of the purest analog performance experiences ever conceived. Showing just 3,292 miles, this example is powered by a blueprinted 408ci stroker V8 producing a reported 415 horsepower on the dyno, paired with a Ford-sourced 4-speed manual transmission. Finished in classic red over a black interior, this Cobra replica combines aggressive performance hardware with timeless styling cues that instantly command attention anywhere it goes.
Few vehicles capture the raw spirit of 1960s American performance quite like the Shelby Cobra, and this 1965 Shelby Cobra Replica by Backdraft Racing delivers that legendary experience with modern engineering and reliability. Built to honor Carroll Shelby’s iconic Anglo-American roadster formula, this example combines lightweight construction, massive V8 power, and open-air driving excitement into one seriously intimidating package. Showing just 9,077 miles, this Cobra replica is powered by a Roush 427ci V8 paired with a Tremec TKO 5-speed manual transmission, creating the kind of brutal yet engaging driving experience enthusiasts dream about. Finished in red with white racing stripes and equipped with numerous premium upgrades, this Backdraft Racing build offers timeless Cobra styling backed by high-quality craftsmanship and performance-focused hardware.
The Shelby Cobra remains one of the most legendary American sports cars ever created, combining lightweight construction with massive V8 power to deliver performance that was decades ahead of its time. This 1965 Shelby Cobra Replica by Mid States Nebraska captures the spirit of the original while benefiting from modern engineering and craftsmanship. Showing approximately 21,887 miles, this striking roadster is finished in black over a matching black interior and features a professionally built 351ci V8 that has been balanced, blueprinted, bored, and stroked for enhanced performance. Supported by an independent rear suspension and a robust 4-inch tubular frame, this Cobra replica offers the visceral driving experience enthusiasts crave while providing the reliability and usability expected from a carefully constructed modern interpretation of an automotive icon.
There’s no denying the lasting appeal of a Shelby Cobra, and this 1967 Shelby Cobra Replica delivers the raw, unapologetic driving experience that has made these cars legends for decades. Built around lightweight roadster proportions and massive V8 power, Cobra replicas continue to attract enthusiasts seeking one of the purest analog performance experiences ever conceived. Showing just 3,292 miles, this example is powered by a blueprinted 408ci stroker V8 producing a reported 415 horsepower on the dyno, paired with a Ford-sourced 4-speed manual transmission. Finished in classic red over a black interior, this Cobra replica combines aggressive performance hardware with timeless styling cues that instantly command attention anywhere it goes.
Few vehicles capture the raw spirit of 1960s American performance quite like the Shelby Cobra, and this 1965 Shelby Cobra Replica by Backdraft Racing delivers that legendary experience with modern engineering and reliability. Built to honor Carroll Shelby’s iconic Anglo-American roadster formula, this example combines lightweight construction, massive V8 power, and open-air driving excitement into one seriously intimidating package. Showing just 9,077 miles, this Cobra replica is powered by a Roush 427ci V8 paired with a Tremec TKO 5-speed manual transmission, creating the kind of brutal yet engaging driving experience enthusiasts dream about. Finished in red with white racing stripes and equipped with numerous premium upgrades, this Backdraft Racing build offers timeless Cobra styling backed by high-quality craftsmanship and performance-focused hardware.
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