418-Powered Superformance MKIII 5-Speed

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

It was legendary racer Ken Miles who first proposed packing Ford’s powerful 427-cubic-inch NASCAR engine into the lightweight 289 Cobra chassis, leading to the debut of the Mark III Cobra in 1965. Offered in Competition, Semi-Competition (S/C), and street versions, the Cobra 427 quickly became a racing icon. Carroll Shelby built only 343 of these supercars — making them among the rarest and most sought-after Cobras ever produced.

Due to their extreme rarity and historical significance, original 427 Cobras have become too valuable to race or drive regularly. To offer enthusiasts a more accessible alternative, South African entrepreneur Jim Price founded Hi-Tech Automotive in the early 1990s with the vision of building factory-assembled component cars that captured the spirit and performance of the originals. In 1992, the first Superformance MKIII prototype was tested by former Cobra racer Bob Olthoff, and production soon followed.

Today, the Superformance MKIII is uniquely built under official license from Shelby Licensing. It combines modern engineering with period-correct styling and raw driving dynamics, delivering an authentic Cobra 427 experience. With over 2,600 MKIIIs registered, Superformance has earned a reputation as a premier builder of continuation and replica Cobras — and this one shows just 5,629 miles.

Highlights

• Offered from The Burnyzz Collection

• Superformance MKIII licensed replica of the 1965 Shelby Cobra 427 S/C

• 418 cu-in Windsor stroker V8 featuring:

  • Scat forged 4.100 stroke crank

  • 6.200" H beam rods

  • Power Forged SRP 10.5-1 compression pistons

  • JE chromoly rings

  • Comp Cams hydraulic roller cam

  • Edelbrock Victor Jr port matched intake manifold

  • Holley 800cfm double pumper carburetor

  • Edelbrock Fast Burn Victor Jr port matched runner heads with 2.05 intake and 1.60 exhaust valves

  • Rated at 515 horsepower

• Tremec TR3550 five-speed manual

• Finished in special Superformance Royal Blue with white painted “Le Mans” stripes

Features

• 15-inch Halibrand knock off replica wheels

• BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires

• Four-wheel independent coil over suspension

• Four-wheel power disc brakes

• Black vinyl interior and bucket seats

• Side-exit exhaust pipes with mufflers

• Quick jack bumperettes

• Le Mans-style fuel filler cap

Known Imperfections

• This Superformance MKIII is presented as a finely preserved example and is said to be free from any substantial imperfections.

Included

• Keys

• Car cover

• The tonneau cover

• Canvas top

• Side windows

Ownership History

This Superformance MKIII is offered from The Burnyzz Collection of no reserve automobiles.