Supercharged 1996 Ford Mustang Cobra Convertible Five-Speed

Description

When the fourth-generation Mustang debuted in 1994, it marked the first significant redesign of the iconic pony car in 15 years. And while the restyled 1994–95 Cobras were powered with the tried-and-true pushrod 5.0, big news broke the next year: the 1996 SVT Cobra would be powered by a high-tech, 4.6-liter modular V8.

This engine — meticulously hand-assembled by two expert technicians at Ford’s Romeo, Michigan plant — used an aluminum block featuring six bolt mains, and housing forged internals, dual overhead cams, and four valves per cylinder. The result was 305 horsepower, 300 lb-ft of torque, and a screaming, 6,800-rpm redline.

Beyond raw power, the SVT Cobra also benefited from a suite of performance upgrades developed by Ford’s Special Vehicle Team. These included hydraulically assisted rack-and-pinion steering, a reengineered suspension, and powerful brakes. Topped off with a power-retractable convertible roof, the SVT Cobra delivered a thrilling blend of muscle, precision, and open-air freedom — an unmistakable expression of American performance heritage.

And this sinister 1996 Cobra Convertible is even more thrilling: it wears a Kenne Bell supercharger with supporting modifications, as well as a coilover suspension, upgraded brakes, and 18-inch Saleen wheels for even more performance.

Highlights 

• High-performance four-valve Cobra with a blower 

• 4.6-liter, dual overhead cam, four valve modular Ford V8 

• Five-speed manual transmission 

• Finished in (UA) Black with a Black leather interior 

• Kenne Bell twin-screw supercharger system 

• Black convertible top 

• Clean CARFAX History Report 

Features 

• 18-inch Saleen wheels wearing 265/35ZR18 front, 285/35ZR18 rear Lionhart tires 

• 13-inch, twin-piston front, 11.65-inch, single-piston rear brakes 

• 160-mph speedometer, 8,000-rpm tachometer, oil pressure, coolant temp, voltage, and fuel level gauges 

• Modifications include: 

  • Kenne Bell supercharger system 

  • BBK shorty headers 

  • JLT cold-air intake 

  • MSD coil packs 

  • Ford Performance 9mm spark plug wires 

  • SVE three-row aluminum radiator with Canton expansion tank 

  • Dynomax muffler  

  • Kenne Bell Boost-A-Pump  

  • SR Performance V2 height/damping adjustable coilover suspension 

  • PowerStop brake upgrade  

  • Battery relocated to trunk 

  • SR Performance short throw shifter 

  • Corbeau front seats 

  • Alpine Apple Play-ready touchscreen w/Bluetooth and back up camera  

  • LED headlights and taillights with sequential turn signals  

  • Aluminum cluster and console inserts 

  • Custom “Fast” oval logo and rear Cobra logo 

  • Custom matte black wrap on hood center and matte black painted rear spoiler 

Known Imperfections 

• Convertible top shows wear 

Included 

• Keys 

• Owner’s manual 

• Ford SVT Certificate of Authenticity 

• New convertible top 

Ownership History

The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report places this four-owner 1996 Ford Mustang Cobra in Ohio, West Virginia, and Massachusetts.