Backdraft Cobra Roush Edition

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

There is only one thing better than driving an original Shelby Cobra 427: driving a more affordable Cobra 427 replica with a two-inch longer wheelbase, so you don’t helicopter off into the weeds every time you hit the gas. And Backdraft Racing built that car.

The Backdraft Racing Cobra Roush Edition is a modern tribute to the classic 1965 Shelby Cobra. It features a powerful Roush 427 V8, five-speed manual transmission, independent rear suspension, four-wheel discs, and big, knock-off-style wheels. That Roush V8 makes 552 horsepower and is shoehorned into a car weighing under 2,700 pounds. That makes for less than five pounds to pull for each horsepower. And that is ridiculous.

This Cobra Roush Edition roadster boasts a sleek blue exterior with white stripes, complemented by a luxurious black leather interior replete with vintage-looking gauges. And because this is easily an 11-second car on street tires, pay particular attention to the racing harnesses—because they are needed.

Highlights 

• Offered from The Burnyzz Collection 

• A neck-snapping blend of vintage style and modern engineering 

• 427 cu-in Roush V8 rated at 552 hp and 528 lb-ft of torque 

• Tremec TKO 600 five-speed manual transmission  

• Finished in Guardsman Blue with Wimbledon White stripes with a Black leather interior 

• 92-inch wheelbase, two inches longer than the original Cobra  

• Independent rear suspension 

Features 

• 18-inch knockoff wheels wearing 245/40ZR18 front, 295/40ZR18 rear Nitto tires 

• Push-button start 

• Wood-rimmed steering wheel 

• Vintage-look AutoMeter gauges 

• Dual Holley carburetors 

• Serpentine belt drive system 

• MSD ignition 

• Headers with side pipes 

Known Imperfections 

• Small rub mark to the right of the trunk lid from rubbing the quarter panel 

Included 

• Keys 

• Owner’s manual 

• Dyno sheet 

• Build book 

Ownership History

The consignor states, “This build was completed on 4/11/2018. It was previously sold by Vanguard in Plymouth, Michigan, and originally sold by Jonathan Motor Cars.”

Additional Notes

Sales Tax Notice to Arkansas, Mississippi, and West Virginia Bidders: Because this car is located in Florida, Hagerty Marketplace may be required to collect and remit Florida sales tax on your purchase, even if you plan to register it outside of Florida.  Unlike most other states, the states of Arkansas, Mississippi, and West Virginia may not provide a full credit against sales taxes paid to Florida.  For additional information, please consult this publication and your own tax advisor regarding sales taxes applicable to cars located in Florida that are sold to residents of another state.