2019 Superformance MKII Slab Side

Description

It’s hard to believe Carroll Shelby only built 998 Shelby Cobras in the 1960s, and of those just 655 in the early 260- and 289-powered leaf-spring versions, most with a slab-sided body without racing fender flares. Such rarity results in genuine Cobras costing a true fortune—but there is an alternative. 

No mere kit car, the MKII Slab Side is a sanctioned continuation of the original Shelby Cobra 289 MkII that first appeared in 1962, built in an exclusive agreement with Carroll Shelby and is uniquely a licensed Shelby product. Just like the original AC Cars-built Cobras, the MKII Slab Side is based on the same John Tojeiro-designed round tube chassis design and features the correct transverse leaf spring suspension to give owners an exceptionally authentic driving experience. For this reason, Bloomberg called the MKII Slab Side “…vintage Shelby heaven — minus the headache.” 

This Superformance MKII Slab Side was built in 2019 using a Ford Racing Boss 302 crate engine backed by a Tremec TKO five-speed manual transmission. Authentic details abound such as period-correct Stewart Warner gauges and original style Dayton wire wheels, offering the 289 Cobra experience — without costing a fortune. 

Highlights 

• Single owner licensed authentic replica of a MkII Cobra 

• Ford Racing X2303 Boss 302 crate engine producing 340 hp and 330 lb-ft torque 

• Engine features 9.0:1 compression ratio, aluminum M-6049-X2 cylinder heads, and a hydraulic roller camshaft 

• Tremec TKO five-speed manual transmission 

• Finished in British Racing Green (1998 Jaguar code J1753) with a tan leather interior 

• Heavy duty TIG welded three-inch Tojeiro design chassis 

• Authentic transverse leaf spring suspension 

• Original style Dayton wire wheels with Firestone 205/70X15 tires 

• This 2019 Superformance MKII Slab Side is offered with the odometer currently showing just over 3,325 miles at the time of listing; however, actual mileage is likely around 6,400 miles but an odometer issue results in the true mileage being unknown   

Features 

• Show quality two-stage paint finish 

• Hand laminated fiberglass body with reinforcing inserts 

• Salisbury limited slip differential 

• Wilwood front and rear disc brakes with double master cylinders 

• Original style shifter and hand brake lever 

• Black carpeted interior 

• Sun visors and wind wings 

• Original style latch-lock seat belts 

• Moto-Lita wooden steering wheel 

• Original style fuel filler 

• Aluminum high-performance radiator, shroud and fan 

• 14 gallon stainless steel fuel tank 

• Original style Stewart Warner gauges and switches  

Known Imperfections 

• The speedometer failed at approximately 3,700 miles and was replaced by the current unit, therefore true mileage is unknown 

• Speedometer still does not read correctly reporting about 17 percent high 

Included 

• Spare tire and wire wheel 

• Tonneau cover 

• Detailed owner’s manual and a complete wiring diagram on thumb drive 

Ownership History This single owner 2019 Superformance MKII Slab Side was purchased new in May 2020 from Hillbank Motors in Irvine, California, an authorized Superformance dealer.