it certainly would not take long to build or to have a fun car,
it would also not take to long to spend in excess of $40K on the project
I have several guys I know who own these AC COBRA kit cars , most of those guys bought them as partly finished projects,
from other guys who got discouraged or were forced to sell the kit cars when they found they were out of cash and the skills required. when they got into financial issues and sold them in various stages of completion well before they were drivable.
one local guy has one with a mild 460 ford engine and automatic drivetrain he swapped from a 1970s era t-bird , and despite the engine not having had much being done previously, to upgrade power from stock other than headers and a better intake manifold it's still a fun to drive street car, due to a reasonable power to weight ratio far exceeding average. the original 360hp, rated engine now puts out a bit under 400 hp, but it was originally in a 4300 lb t-bird, in a 2200 lb kit car it has a decidedly different character.
It would not take a great deal of work to build a seriously more powerful 460 or even a 547 cubic inch ford engine with aftermarket aluminum heads that made in excess of 600 hp, that would make one of these cobra kit cars, if matched to a proper suspension and drive train of your choice, a very impressive hot rod!, personally Id like a full manual control auto trans with over drive top gear ratio like a 4l80e and a 3200 rpm stall converter on a similar 540-572 cubic inch 12.5:1- compression ratio, race octane only,, Crower EFI CONVERSION, stack injected big block chevy powered version...yeah I know the ford guys would freak out ,
but hell, if I built the car it would have a dana 60 rear and a built 4l80e trans and a 540-572 big block chevy drive train
and they would be insane
yeah any custom kit car requires a great many custom made parts, ESPECIALLY if you don't exactly follow all the manufacturers instructions, if you don't do this it requires accurate measurements' and a great deal of custom parts fabrication this is one reason so many projects fail, there's very few off the shelf parts
obviously having fabrication skills and a decent MIG or TIG welder helps.
and ideally a MILLING MACHINE
THERE'S SEVERAL POTENTIAL MANUFACTURERS OF COBRA KIT CARS
https://www.factoryfive.com/order-a-kit ... plete-kit/
http://www.pacificroadster.com/?page_id=45
http://www.erareplicas.com/427/427sc.htm
http://www.shellvalley.com/index.cfm/pa ... cat152.htm
http://www.lonestarclassics.com/
http://www.superformance.com/
http://www.cobrakit.com/
http://www.kitcarlist.com/cobra-kits.html
http://precisionraceengines.com/feature ... ine-525-hp
Order a Kit
MK4 Roadster
Complete Kit
Order a Kit - MK4 Roadster Complete Kit – $19,990
Fill out the form below to place your Mk4 Roadster Complete Kit order.
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Your kit comes with a Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin (referred to as a COO or MSO). This is the document that records the manufacturer and ownership of the chassis/body. It is important that the information recorded on the front of the Certificate of Origin (owner’s information) is correct and accurate, as it will be used later when titling the vehicle in your state. Please record this information (only required if different than section 1 above).
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Will you pick up your kit at the Factory or have it shipped?*
Self Pickup
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Other Shipping
Stewart Transportation is our recommended carrier for customers who want their kits shipped.
Select this option if you require your kit to be crated.
13600 – Shipping Crate ($699) – Dimensions: 16′ L x 52″ H x 6′ 6″ W
*Kit orders outside of the United States commonly require a crate.
Configure Your Mk4 Complete Kit
Choose a chassis coating option:*
13029 – Uncoated Chassis (No Charge)
12189 – Powder coated chassis – Black, includes Powdercoated Driver’s side roll bar ($399)
Choose one of the following exhaust systems:*
13861 – J-pipes: 87-95 Mustang 5.0l donor (bolt to OEM Mustang headers) (No Charge)
13891 – J-pipes: 96-04 Mustang 4.6L donor (bolt to OEM Mustang headers) (No Charge)
13866 – Catalytic converters: 87-95 Mustang 5.0L donor (bolt to OEM Mustang headers) ($399)
14095 – Catalytic converters: 96-04 Mustang 4.6L donor (bolt to OEM Mustang headers) ($399)
14858 – Headers: 302 ceramic coated 4-port (replace OEM Mustang headers & J-pipes) ($599)
12529 – Headers: 351W ceramic coated 4-port (replace OEM Mustang headers & J-pipes) ($599)
13863 – Headers: 2V 4.6L ceramic coated 4-port (replace OEM Mustang headers & J-pipes) ($599)
13686 – Headers: 4V 4.6L ceramic coated 4-port (replace OEM Mustang headers & J-pipes) ($599)
12442 – Headers: 390/427/428 ceramic coated 4-port (replace OEM Mustang headers & J-pipes) ($599)
13474 – Headers: 429/460 ceramic coated 4-port (replace OEM Mustang headers & J-pipes) ($599)
15442 – J-pipes:5.0L Coyote or 4.6L 3V (to be used with FFR 33920 shorty headers) (No Charge)
33920 – Headers: 5.0L Coyote or 4.6L 3V cr. coated shorty headers (to be used with 15442) ($599)
Select an Engine/Transmission Mount package:*
13083 – 302/351 Mounts (No Charge)
12477 – 390/427/428 Mounts (No Charge)
12593 – 429/460 Mounts (No Charge)
15440 – 4/6L/5.0L Coyote Mounts (No Charge)
Select a Driveshaft:*
14776 – 28 spline 10.375″ length driveshaft for T-5 or Tremec 3550 transmissions (No Charge)
14760 – 31 spline 10.375″ length driveshaft for Tremec TKO 500 and 600 transmissions (No Charge)
14761 – 31 spline 12.875″ length driveshaft for 4.6L motors 5.0L Coyote with T-45 or Tremec 3650, or for big block motors w/Tremec TKO 500 or 600 (No Charge)
Choose one of the following body options:*
10570 – Body with all cut outs traced (No Charge)
12070 – Body with cut-outs of side pipes, body mounts, lighting accessories, gas cap, roll-bars, windshield posts, and side louver openings. ($149)
Choose your Seat Preference:*
13939 – Original style roadster seats, black vinyl (No Charge)
14260 – Upgrade: Leather Roadster Seats ($499)
15599 - Upgrade: Leather Roadster Seats – Big & Tall Guy version ($499)
13852 – Upgrade: Competition High-Back Aluminum Race Seats w/Fabric Covers ($399)
Choose front suspension:*
12066 – Tubular Front Lower Control Arms. Replaces 87-04 Mustang lower control arms. (No Charge)
13242 – Pin Drive Width Front Suspension, includes Pin Drive Front Lower Arms with spindle brackets – for Pin Drive IRS or custom applications only. (No Charge)
Choose one of the following rear suspensions or optional upgrades:*
14758 – 3-Link Deluxe Rear Suspension package w/Koni shocks, coil-over kit, & rear lower control arms (No Charge)
14769 – Independent Rear Suspension Kit, standard axle width w/Koni shocks ($2,199)
15300 – Independent Rear Suspension Kit, narrow width axle/Pin Drive w/Koni shocks ($2,399)
Choose a Gauge Package:*
14010 – Modern Gauges: Autometer Ultra-Lite Gauges (No Charge)
15301 – Vintage Factory Five/Smiths Style Gauges ($299)
Popular Options
Select any additional options you'd like included with your kit.
14867 – Vintage Halibrand Replica Wheels, 15″ x 8″ Front and 15″ x 9″ Rear ($999 + S/H)
14862 – Vintage Halibrand Replica Wheels, 17″ x 9″ All Four ($1,199 + S/H)
14865 – Vintage Halibrand Replica Wheels, 17″ x 9″ Front and 17″ x 10.5″ Rear ($1,199 + S/H)
14932 – Upgrade: Polished Stainless Side Exhaust (Standard kit comes with bare steel side exhaust. ($599)
15330 – Upgrade: Polished Stainless Bumpers. Authentic F/R full hoop & over-riders ($695)
12049 – Wind Wings ($99)
12042 – Sun Visors ($99)
14816 – Heater-Defroster ($349)
14663 – Vintage Wiper Kit ($499)
15154 – Floor Mats ($99)
12469 – Brake Duct Wire Mesh, preformed ($39)
12453 – Battery Cutoff Switch ($29)
15101 – Upgrade Chrome Driver Side Roll-Bar ($299)
15107 - Passenger Side Chrome Roll-Bar ($399)
15109 – Passenger Side Black Powder-coated Roll-Bar ($299)
15549 – 1996-2004 Donor Package. Includes A/C eliminator kit, hydro-boost kit, modified footbox aluminum, and brake line adapters. ($399)
15580 – Rear Brake Kit with 11.65″ Rotors, Calipers, Brackets, Pads, Stainless Steel Lines, E-Brake Cable, and Hardware ($599)
15432 – Roadster Coyote Installation Kit: Includes modified footbox aluminum, Coyote accelerator install kit, and Coyote fitment kit (assorted fittings, lines, etc.) ($230)
15158 - Roll Bar Grommets with Trim Rings & Hardware ($60/set)
Wilwood Brake Upgrades: Wilwood Brakes are available with either red or black calipers and either drilled & slotted rotor configurations or slotted-only. They have been chosen specifically to fit with our 17” Halibrand wheels, and if you are considering a different wheel, please be sure to confirm fitment. Also, note Solid Axle or IRS.
*These brakes are drop shipped directly from Wilwood, shipping to US address only.
15370 - 12.88” Front Wilwood Brakes, Red Calipers, Drilled & Slotted ($1149 + $65S/H)
15358 - 12.19” Solid Axle Wilwood Brakes, Red Calipers, Drilled & Slotted ($699 + $55S/H)
15461 - 12.19” IRS Wilwood Brakes, Red Calipers, Drilled & Slotted ($699 + $55S/H)
15368 - 12.88” Front Wilwood Brakes, Black Calipers, Drilled & Slotted ($1149 + $65S/H)
15356 - 12.19” Solid Axle Wilwood Brakes, Black Calipers, Drilled & Slotted ($699 + $55S/H)
15459 - 12.19” IRS Wilwood Brakes, Black Calipers, Drilled & Slotted ($699 + $55S/H)
RELATED THREADS
http://www.factoryfive.com/galleries/gtm-supercar/gtm-rolling-chassis/
http://garage.grumpysperformance.co...bra-flat-out-driving-racing.15502/#post-92182
http://www.anitafred.net/Cobra.htm
it would also not take to long to spend in excess of $40K on the project
I have several guys I know who own these AC COBRA kit cars , most of those guys bought them as partly finished projects,
from other guys who got discouraged or were forced to sell the kit cars when they found they were out of cash and the skills required. when they got into financial issues and sold them in various stages of completion well before they were drivable.
one local guy has one with a mild 460 ford engine and automatic drivetrain he swapped from a 1970s era t-bird , and despite the engine not having had much being done previously, to upgrade power from stock other than headers and a better intake manifold it's still a fun to drive street car, due to a reasonable power to weight ratio far exceeding average. the original 360hp, rated engine now puts out a bit under 400 hp, but it was originally in a 4300 lb t-bird, in a 2200 lb kit car it has a decidedly different character.
It would not take a great deal of work to build a seriously more powerful 460 or even a 547 cubic inch ford engine with aftermarket aluminum heads that made in excess of 600 hp, that would make one of these cobra kit cars, if matched to a proper suspension and drive train of your choice, a very impressive hot rod!, personally Id like a full manual control auto trans with over drive top gear ratio like a 4l80e and a 3200 rpm stall converter on a similar 540-572 cubic inch 12.5:1- compression ratio, race octane only,, Crower EFI CONVERSION, stack injected big block chevy powered version...yeah I know the ford guys would freak out ,
but hell, if I built the car it would have a dana 60 rear and a built 4l80e trans and a 540-572 big block chevy drive train
and they would be insane
yeah any custom kit car requires a great many custom made parts, ESPECIALLY if you don't exactly follow all the manufacturers instructions, if you don't do this it requires accurate measurements' and a great deal of custom parts fabrication this is one reason so many projects fail, there's very few off the shelf parts
obviously having fabrication skills and a decent MIG or TIG welder helps.
and ideally a MILLING MACHINE
THERE'S SEVERAL POTENTIAL MANUFACTURERS OF COBRA KIT CARS
https://www.factoryfive.com/order-a-kit ... plete-kit/
http://www.pacificroadster.com/?page_id=45
http://www.erareplicas.com/427/427sc.htm
http://www.shellvalley.com/index.cfm/pa ... cat152.htm
http://www.lonestarclassics.com/
http://www.superformance.com/
http://www.cobrakit.com/
http://www.kitcarlist.com/cobra-kits.html
http://precisionraceengines.com/feature ... ine-525-hp
Order a Kit
MK4 Roadster
Complete Kit
Order a Kit - MK4 Roadster Complete Kit – $19,990
Fill out the form below to place your Mk4 Roadster Complete Kit order.
Name*
FirstLast
Address*
Street AddressCityState / Province / RegionZIP / Postal CodeCountry
Phone*
Email*
Your kit comes with a Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin (referred to as a COO or MSO). This is the document that records the manufacturer and ownership of the chassis/body. It is important that the information recorded on the front of the Certificate of Origin (owner’s information) is correct and accurate, as it will be used later when titling the vehicle in your state. Please record this information (only required if different than section 1 above).
Full Name to Appear on Certificate
Address
Street AddressAddress Line 2CityState / Province / RegionZIP / Postal CodeCountry
Information About Your Order
Will you pick up your kit at the Factory or have it shipped?*
Self Pickup
Stewart Transportation
Other Shipping
Stewart Transportation is our recommended carrier for customers who want their kits shipped.
Select this option if you require your kit to be crated.
13600 – Shipping Crate ($699) – Dimensions: 16′ L x 52″ H x 6′ 6″ W
*Kit orders outside of the United States commonly require a crate.
Configure Your Mk4 Complete Kit
Choose a chassis coating option:*
13029 – Uncoated Chassis (No Charge)
12189 – Powder coated chassis – Black, includes Powdercoated Driver’s side roll bar ($399)
Choose one of the following exhaust systems:*
13861 – J-pipes: 87-95 Mustang 5.0l donor (bolt to OEM Mustang headers) (No Charge)
13891 – J-pipes: 96-04 Mustang 4.6L donor (bolt to OEM Mustang headers) (No Charge)
13866 – Catalytic converters: 87-95 Mustang 5.0L donor (bolt to OEM Mustang headers) ($399)
14095 – Catalytic converters: 96-04 Mustang 4.6L donor (bolt to OEM Mustang headers) ($399)
14858 – Headers: 302 ceramic coated 4-port (replace OEM Mustang headers & J-pipes) ($599)
12529 – Headers: 351W ceramic coated 4-port (replace OEM Mustang headers & J-pipes) ($599)
13863 – Headers: 2V 4.6L ceramic coated 4-port (replace OEM Mustang headers & J-pipes) ($599)
13686 – Headers: 4V 4.6L ceramic coated 4-port (replace OEM Mustang headers & J-pipes) ($599)
12442 – Headers: 390/427/428 ceramic coated 4-port (replace OEM Mustang headers & J-pipes) ($599)
13474 – Headers: 429/460 ceramic coated 4-port (replace OEM Mustang headers & J-pipes) ($599)
15442 – J-pipes:5.0L Coyote or 4.6L 3V (to be used with FFR 33920 shorty headers) (No Charge)
33920 – Headers: 5.0L Coyote or 4.6L 3V cr. coated shorty headers (to be used with 15442) ($599)
Select an Engine/Transmission Mount package:*
13083 – 302/351 Mounts (No Charge)
12477 – 390/427/428 Mounts (No Charge)
12593 – 429/460 Mounts (No Charge)
15440 – 4/6L/5.0L Coyote Mounts (No Charge)
Select a Driveshaft:*
14776 – 28 spline 10.375″ length driveshaft for T-5 or Tremec 3550 transmissions (No Charge)
14760 – 31 spline 10.375″ length driveshaft for Tremec TKO 500 and 600 transmissions (No Charge)
14761 – 31 spline 12.875″ length driveshaft for 4.6L motors 5.0L Coyote with T-45 or Tremec 3650, or for big block motors w/Tremec TKO 500 or 600 (No Charge)
Choose one of the following body options:*
10570 – Body with all cut outs traced (No Charge)
12070 – Body with cut-outs of side pipes, body mounts, lighting accessories, gas cap, roll-bars, windshield posts, and side louver openings. ($149)
Choose your Seat Preference:*
13939 – Original style roadster seats, black vinyl (No Charge)
14260 – Upgrade: Leather Roadster Seats ($499)
15599 - Upgrade: Leather Roadster Seats – Big & Tall Guy version ($499)
13852 – Upgrade: Competition High-Back Aluminum Race Seats w/Fabric Covers ($399)
Choose front suspension:*
12066 – Tubular Front Lower Control Arms. Replaces 87-04 Mustang lower control arms. (No Charge)
13242 – Pin Drive Width Front Suspension, includes Pin Drive Front Lower Arms with spindle brackets – for Pin Drive IRS or custom applications only. (No Charge)
Choose one of the following rear suspensions or optional upgrades:*
14758 – 3-Link Deluxe Rear Suspension package w/Koni shocks, coil-over kit, & rear lower control arms (No Charge)
14769 – Independent Rear Suspension Kit, standard axle width w/Koni shocks ($2,199)
15300 – Independent Rear Suspension Kit, narrow width axle/Pin Drive w/Koni shocks ($2,399)
Choose a Gauge Package:*
14010 – Modern Gauges: Autometer Ultra-Lite Gauges (No Charge)
15301 – Vintage Factory Five/Smiths Style Gauges ($299)
Popular Options
Select any additional options you'd like included with your kit.
14867 – Vintage Halibrand Replica Wheels, 15″ x 8″ Front and 15″ x 9″ Rear ($999 + S/H)
14862 – Vintage Halibrand Replica Wheels, 17″ x 9″ All Four ($1,199 + S/H)
14865 – Vintage Halibrand Replica Wheels, 17″ x 9″ Front and 17″ x 10.5″ Rear ($1,199 + S/H)
14932 – Upgrade: Polished Stainless Side Exhaust (Standard kit comes with bare steel side exhaust. ($599)
15330 – Upgrade: Polished Stainless Bumpers. Authentic F/R full hoop & over-riders ($695)
12049 – Wind Wings ($99)
12042 – Sun Visors ($99)
14816 – Heater-Defroster ($349)
14663 – Vintage Wiper Kit ($499)
15154 – Floor Mats ($99)
12469 – Brake Duct Wire Mesh, preformed ($39)
12453 – Battery Cutoff Switch ($29)
15101 – Upgrade Chrome Driver Side Roll-Bar ($299)
15107 - Passenger Side Chrome Roll-Bar ($399)
15109 – Passenger Side Black Powder-coated Roll-Bar ($299)
15549 – 1996-2004 Donor Package. Includes A/C eliminator kit, hydro-boost kit, modified footbox aluminum, and brake line adapters. ($399)
15580 – Rear Brake Kit with 11.65″ Rotors, Calipers, Brackets, Pads, Stainless Steel Lines, E-Brake Cable, and Hardware ($599)
15432 – Roadster Coyote Installation Kit: Includes modified footbox aluminum, Coyote accelerator install kit, and Coyote fitment kit (assorted fittings, lines, etc.) ($230)
15158 - Roll Bar Grommets with Trim Rings & Hardware ($60/set)
Wilwood Brake Upgrades: Wilwood Brakes are available with either red or black calipers and either drilled & slotted rotor configurations or slotted-only. They have been chosen specifically to fit with our 17” Halibrand wheels, and if you are considering a different wheel, please be sure to confirm fitment. Also, note Solid Axle or IRS.
*These brakes are drop shipped directly from Wilwood, shipping to US address only.
15370 - 12.88” Front Wilwood Brakes, Red Calipers, Drilled & Slotted ($1149 + $65S/H)
15358 - 12.19” Solid Axle Wilwood Brakes, Red Calipers, Drilled & Slotted ($699 + $55S/H)
15461 - 12.19” IRS Wilwood Brakes, Red Calipers, Drilled & Slotted ($699 + $55S/H)
15368 - 12.88” Front Wilwood Brakes, Black Calipers, Drilled & Slotted ($1149 + $65S/H)
15356 - 12.19” Solid Axle Wilwood Brakes, Black Calipers, Drilled & Slotted ($699 + $55S/H)
15459 - 12.19” IRS Wilwood Brakes, Black Calipers, Drilled & Slotted ($699 + $55S/H)
RELATED THREADS
http://www.factoryfive.com/galleries/gtm-supercar/gtm-rolling-chassis/
http://garage.grumpysperformance.co...bra-flat-out-driving-racing.15502/#post-92182
http://www.anitafred.net/Cobra.htm
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