Cross shopping a Corvette, all the work is done for you and it's comfortable and weather tight. Have you ever dealt with a high-horsepower/short wheelbase combo? Thanks for the help! I want to register an account for free right now! Set it up poorly and you will have an uncomfortable pig that wants to kill you. : For registered members this ad will NOT show, Cobra Make, Engine: BDR build #983, FRM 392. The transmission rear seal isnt leaking. After that they hold value amazingly. The only reason I noticed the rubbing was because I always put it on my lift after taking it for a drive. 302 with FiTech and Under Car Exhaust, Heat & A/C, Rod Top. Backdraft Racing | Factory Five Racing Forum Backdraft Racing Filters Fuel pump replacement coatin20 Oct 12, 2022 6 626 Dec 11, 2022 by coatin20 Post Pictures of your Backdraft ! It's nice. If you know of some usernames that are not members of the group yet, let me know so I can invite Well I finally got some dates on the parts my engine builder has been waiting on. The Daytona Coupe kit is the direction I would go. RT4B and Tremec TKX speed sensor question? Although it is indeed a solid kit, It's taking an astounding quantity of massaging to get it together nicely. What would the normal clearance be for the CV joint and the carrier? Sergio Feb 24, 2011 18 12K Nov 5, 2022 by coatin20 Fuel pump replacement coatin20 Oct 12, 2022 1 348 Oct 17, 2022 by postal S Vented gas cap swampfoxIV Jul 7, 2020 10 4K After doing my research about 10 years ago, I was set on getting a Cobra built by Backdraft Racing. The bushings look horrible to me. This Cobra is sinister when it comes to both looks and performance. Plus, it was built in the USA, not South Africa and imported like some other replicas. NMNA, 99-03 Ford Mustang Cobra 8.8 IRS differential 3.27 gears and 31 spline trac loc. Abarth. Home. The World's largest 2012-2015 BMW 3-Series and 4-Series Forum. #builtwithattitude #happyeaster #coo, Can you guess where this roadster is? They're not just cars to stick golf clubs in and look silly, like a Rolla Royce nosed VW Beetle. Appreciate 0 Quote 01-27-2017, 07:00 PM #24: Maynard. I am not sure a Daytona is a step up. Muscular 1974 Super Duty Trans Am Commands Attention, Father And Son Reflect On 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider 1300 Junior. A 'Vette is just a 'Vette. The whole experience went from "this is cool!" by xb-60. YES! Can you post a couple of pics that are panned back a bit. Pick a color and be done with it. What do I need to know when looking at/considering one of these Shelby Cobra replica/kit car? This is why the FFR spec racer was made. No you can remove the cover it will pull back far enough to check the bolts. Just press the go pedal a little harder. Every trip I take in my 7, includes people recording me as they pass, or pictures taken of it in parking lots, or questions at gas stations "What is it? Every vehicle has its purpose. Pick a color and be done with it. This Cobra is Avis Blue with pearl white racing stripes, and it is a shining example of Backdraft's craftsmanship and superb engineering. I think they look awesome. Backdraft Racing Custom Cobra Roadster Replicas | Shelby Cobra Replica Manufacturers Choose from our two iconic models Starting from $51,900 Our NEXT GENERATION RT4 Classic Edition features a more traditional take on Roadster styling, with polished stainless steel side pipes and 'halibrand' style wheels. fYLbZBZLiwLMuahFK1l4IG9L60kBzAOvcqOlNl4CeHeo9egj6dCQahwPQtloTQwC, stanger_mussle (Supported by GRM undergarments). : For registered members this ad will NOT show. Alfa Romeo . Good cars, very fast,but kinda in a treat it wrong and it will bite kind of way. Its not a kit, rather a factory built car. One of the things that can make the Cobra so much more special, is what makes my Super 7 so much fun - it's the "look at me" aspect. Cobra Make, Engine: Backdraft #1799 5.0L Gen 3 Coyote Posts: 21 Not Ranked The Factory Five Forum has an entire sub-forum dedicated to the Coyote Build. I spoke with James today. FFR #7388 - Mk 4 Complete Kit w/ IRS, Ordered 10/21/10, Delivered 12/8/10. Everett-Morrison Motorcars -- Speak with Julie and Brett, Johnex Motorsports--Speak with Mike Tilcox, Lone Star Classics---Speak with Dennis & Steve, Midstates Cobra's---Speak with Bob Kallio, Standard Transmission and Gear speak with Jimi Guthrie, Upstate Super Replicars--Speak with Bill Connelly, Tornado Alley Cobra Club (Eastern Oklahoma). 1) TheFactoryFiveForum.comand FFcars.com are invaluable when it comes to information on these things. I had an idea to just get the complete frame and just build a new body. Private. Depending on the engine they weigh around 2400 lbs. General thing I've been told on what to look for (on the Factory five front) for a track buildis IRS and a small-block (either Coyote or SBF). Where did you see Backdraft for $46K? Edit: I should point out that this car was purchased as a turn key car from Backdraft. GT40 Tech Talk -- MK1 - MKII - MKIII - MKIV, Club Cobra Introduction Forum (introduce yourself), B & B Cobra's --- Speak with Bryan Anderson, Cobra's by Emerson----Speak with Bill Emerson. I want to register an account for free right now! Stopping is provided by BMW-sourced 4-wheel power disc brakes clamped by red-painted brake calipers. I've never driven one so what do I know, but all of your issues (and they're real, except for the touching the road part) seem pretty fixable. 6. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo . AC. Friends who have run a race shop for more than 40 years, and who used to be a Caterham dealer (ie final assembler), are building a Daytona Coupe from theFFR kit. The grease you are seeing is coming from the cv joint they are packed full of grease I would bet that the bolts are broken or something is amiss with your cv joint. Trust me, you will be scared of it. It took like 6 hours to remove the three bolts that held the hoop in place and move it up to the next set of mounting holes. Colonel . Trunk carpeting was pretty poor. If anything, I'll have a better view of the suspension. Thanks for the responses. The only things louder on the streets are lifted diesels. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. What's in it? It also won't burn your wrist when you touch the road (which you should do because why not). Does anyone have a lead on 17" knock offs rears or fronts? non biased Shelby Cobra related site! . Whatever, if you are going to have a measuring contest, at least get the facts straight. Good luck with your pick! Jul 17, 2017. the weld and shadows make it look like a crack. Only complaints I heard were that the some of the BMW bits used weren't up to handling the power if you dropped big block in it. presumably it'll depend on who build it but I was wondering if there is any specific areas that can show the quality of the build. Both the BDR and SPF are made in South Africa, FFR is home built and USA proud. It looks like the passenger side has shifted towards the rear of the car by 1". : For registered members this ad will NOT show. They're ready, willing, and able to be properly driven on track. If one could make it quiet enough that I could drive it without ear plugs and muffs at the same time I would love to put some miles in on one. Well, I actually have been thinking/considering the Shelby Cobra (replica/kit car) and since my wife encouraged me to get one I am obligated to at least investigate my options. I really enjoyed the FFR build process but I ended up over-building a custom car made just for me that I didn't want to beat on. Those familiar with Shelby Cobras can vouch for the excellent reputation held by Backdraft Racing for their high-quality, factory-built replica cars. Took apart my seat cushions and added a 1 inch layer of medium density blue confor memory foam to :):)To all, I will be converting my 408w to EFI with a FiTech Go EFI 4 -600 system. Every time I am excited by the prospect of BMWesque handling in a gorgeous retro body with surplus power. Arntz/Butler Forum (212/2011) BackDraft Racing ---(2162/25438) B & B Cobra's --- Speak with Bryan . If you want to go fast buy a factory five spec car and go nuts with the adjustable uppers and lower control arms and have a set of shocks made by breeze or find and fit some motons. 4) This question is abit too late for me - my decision was made - Cobra all the way! But again, that was a few years back. Forums. Struts up front with the BMW IRS. We do stock RT4s and have access to Backdraft's in-build and landed inventory. Are there any options you didn't get that you wish you would have (or vice versa)? Speak with David. Premiumcarpet was laid down over the floor with carpet overlays for both the driver and passenger side. Fundamentally, they are based on a very old car so they won't perform like a Z06. Its got a Ford Stroker and a TKO600 Suspension. Of course, for as little as you plan to drive, the Cobra would probably be fine. BMW Garage: BMW Meets: Register: Today's Posts: Search: . Under the bonnet is a 345 BHP 302 CID built by Ford Racing, coupled with a World Class T5 Transmission and hydraulic lifters. Pics below. How are these kit cars to drive on the track and for autocross? Maybe it's because of the 92" wheelbase instead of the FFR 90". 10-11 svt cobra 3. zo6 or grandsport all 3 cost about the same around 50 to 55k i kinda want the ac cobra more just cause its different, what are your thoughts and has anyone had experience with a AC cobra or with a backdraft one. Again, appreciate all the feed back. Don"t just put back the new bolts tap the threads then locktight red then new bolts. Yup, and I have a true factory five roadster, not a replica of a factory five. The Covette is BY FAR the better car, but I'd bet the Cobra is a whole lot more fun, even just driven normally, to ice cream and back. you buy a backdraft to have a comfortable cobra that you can DD on sunny months. . All rights reserved. This menacing Cobra replica is slathered in a stealthy Black Magic paint topped with Magnetic Grey stripes . Wide seats allow for plenty of comfort and space, and extra leg room not an issue. @barrett_j, Four beautiful builds on display! I see these at cars and coffee all the time there insanely quick! I helped put together a superformance for a friend and it was awesome. Cobra Make, Engine: 427 manowar forged crank roller rockers . It could be yours today! News, Rumors and Announcements. 2. The representations expressed are the representations and opinions of the clubcobra.com forum members and do not necessarily reflect the opinions and viewpoints of the site . Forums. Digging deeper though, it looks like that's not complete, I just did a quick search earlier and didn't click deeper. This is why I do have a lot of thumbs up to give for Factory Five. Why not get both? Seems your pics are not displaying in the correct orientation for others to view. . Required a portapower and big levers. There are probably more than I noticed but here are the ones I saw: - The driver side door doesn't align as well as the passenger. No sir I havent checked to see if they are torque to specification but each bolt head is marked and all still line up with their reference marks. Yes, they still use E36 suspension, rearend and brakes. I dont think this is something hes seen before. Because our roadsters are limited production, hand built component cars, we have lots of custom options for you to choose from, like ceramic coated black side pipes and roll bars, 18 matte black coated rims and many interior options. It was a 6 month process to get a title issued for it here in Oregon. How's that for bizarre cross-shopping. Welcome to Club CobraThe world's largest non-biased Cobra site! On costs: Backdraft roller = $28.9 k+. There's very little separating an ffr from a trans am car. This is the ride the notorious Al Capone made famous. 4. Ill keep everyone posted on whats found. Interesting problem. Which is how I would do it. Made out of hand-laid fiberglass, the body is slathered in a glossy Black Magic with a Magnetic Grey stripe outlined silver and broken up by a red center stripe. There are really too many variables. 2023 Motorsport Marketing. Join Date: Nov 2010. Absolutely incredible way to do driving events. Combining 60s styling with advances in modern technology, our Roadsters include features like full independent suspension and power disc brakes, giving the car the ride and handling of a true sports car that feels as much at home on the road as as does on the track. Go drive one. I notice the springs top plates aren't in the same location. I am not a Cobra expert and not that familiar with all the differences between the makes out there. I have a Backdraft Cobra. ive been in both the vettes and new shelbys and liked em both. The World's largest I love the car and I enjoy working on cars but this is very frustrating. Hi all, I know I posted my questionabout comparing C6 Z06 andC7 Z51 but today my wife and I saw a Shelby Cobra (presumably either Factory Five or Superformance) on the road and she asked why I don't get one of those instead. Nostalgic Motoring Ltd. is offering the opportunity to take home this stunning and brand new 1965 Backdraft Cobra RT4B. Cobra Make, Engine: Backdraft Car #1209 Roush 427R. Ive decided that this something an expert should handle. The front end features LED headlights along with smoked LED turn signals and taillights, and black 18-inch Halibrand-style wheels sit on all four corners. if you want a cool car, the cobra might get the nod - especially being a convertible as you get to see and smile at more people. Okay, I left out some potentially important info. Depending on the engine they weigh around 2400 lbs. Also, I noticed yesterday that there was grease splatter above each drive shaft yoke. I want to register an account for free right now! I'm in the process of building a Factory Five MKIV roadster - so take my comments with a bit of bias. Here is mine. Our NEXT GENERATION RT4 Classic Edition features a more traditional take on Roadster styling, with polished stainless steel side pipes and halibrand style wheels. BTW I sent better pics than the ones I posted here. Moving the differential forward a half of an inch may give me enough clearance to stop the rubbing. Posts: 1,110,018, He was very friendly and willing to help. Back to an earlier response to the two aft diff bolts. Set it up right and you have brutal speed. Resale value when you buy it second hand from the first owner is where you save the most cash. I thought you found the problem. The World's largest non biased Shelby Cobra related site! They make hooligans with unmuffled Harleys seem quiet and reserved. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo . He cannot buy a finished running car and import it into Canada. Tomorrow lll pull back the inner boot. That said, if you are buying pre-built, from what I have seen they seem to hold their value pretty well. I can put you in touch if you want. It brings smiles to peoples faces seeing something different. Sitting here in the puts at NCM thoroughly enjoying the smile this c7 Grand Sport is putting on my face each and every session. Nostalgic Motoring Company, an official dealer for Backdraft, is excited to offer the opportunity to take home this brand new 1965 Backdraft Cobra RT4B replica with plenty of attitude. If it's your dream car, do it. @b, Come see whats hiding under the covers this wee, Happy Easter! I want to register an account for free right now! Threads: 93,379, Anyone have a part number for these bushings? The spinner removal tool is well worth the money. Proof that the Ford Pinto makes a capable street machine? Our NEXT GENERATION RT4B BLACK EDITION features a traditional Roadster build, with our amped up, custom Black Out Package, to add maximum wow factor. My friends has a soft top and side curtains, so driving in rain he only gets a little wet. No experience with kit cars but after 15 years trying to keep things running all weekend, this seems too good to be true. Are you saying that the differential slide back causing the inner output flanges to rub the sub frame above? we serve regional and national members with an in-depth forum and archive of vehicle information. I love yours! I drove it 8 hours round-trip to an autocross event, and I kid you not - the trip there and back was as fun if not more fun than the event itself. Used to drool over all the different Cobra kits available when reading Kit Car magazine as a kid in the 80s. Club Cobra is the world's largest Shelby related site! Putting a semi-gloss black coating or paint down on the dash top should help a lot with the reflection issue. When it comes to handling, more BMW-sourced components were installed including a full independent rear suspension with fully adjustable coil over dampers and a front suspension with coil over front struts. Advantage. Does anyone know how much clearance should I gave between the top of the sub frame / carrier? You can get a well-built z for $30-45 that will shred the track. https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/foru.all-and-tuning The passenger side trailing arm has a bunch washers between the bushing and the trailing arm bracket. In fact, these Cobra replicas can be special-ordered by specific color, equipment, and features. BIG CAM. The BDR dealer in Tomball Tx (NW houston) James Yale owner of Radical Roadsters. p.s. check out the. Peek inside the Cobra to a black leather and Alcantara interior with red double diamond stitching. BACKDRAFT OWNERS GROUP Group Maintained by Cashburn Gathering spot on ClubCobra for current and former owners of Backdraft Racing Roadsters. If it's just something that you admire as a car (work with me here), i.e. The World's largest You are using an out of date browser. I don't know if they have changed the design, but their kit used to run BMW E36 suspension. I would definitely buy a well-put-together finished one unless you want a real project. Not loose. 2) If you are looking at a Superformanceor Backdraft the build quality is kind of a wash as they are all built in-house. The only one I put a wrench on was the bottom front bushing bolt. Cobra Make, Engine: Backdraft, supercharged Coyote. Club Cobra Introduction Forum (introduce yourself) 04-27-2023 12:08 AM. (l33t FS) GRM+ Member and MegaDork 7/16/21 9:39 p.m. MK4 #8900 - complete kit - Coyote, TKO600, IRS - Delivered 6/28/16 First Start 10/6/16 Go cart - 10/16/16 Build completed - 4/26/17 - 302 days to build my 302 CI Coyote Cobra - Registered and street legal 5/17/17. YES! If you are looking to purchase a pre-built Factory Five (or another one of the kit companies) there is more variance as you are reliant on the guy who built it so quality can vary drastically. Raced two cobras and puttered around a Daytona, all ffr. Aermacchi. Turned in too late? - Club Cobra. 1965 Backdraft Racing Cobra in Arlington, TX Hyundai Elantra N: Better performance than a Civic Type R? With a menacing appearance backed by potent performance, this beautiful beast surely won't last long on the market. for the body shape and noise it makes, I don't see a problem with a 5.0 fox body conversion kit, which I think is ~$45-55k if properly built on a clean donor car. A paint protection film was installed to guard the paint against any road debris. The cheapest Backdraft currently on Hemming is around $76K. New . There are 3 backdraft ones on hemmings right now, at $46k. I couldn't bring myself to track it. Industry news, Press Releases, Notifications. If so, what do you think of the performance. p.s. No grease spatter. This can't be normal. g4b5xjpjY2VsEzeZz5O5sbiQH1XzeReRgTr09VCR1MIJuONX75c13oP2ReM0pnDQ, stanger_mussle (Supported by GRM undergarments). Members: 182,785. Confirmed what I already knew. Welcome to Club Cobra! Hey guys im in the market to buy a sports car and im down to 3 cars. Yes, they still use E36 suspension, rearend and brakes. IIRC he ended up trying one or two different track time toys before winding up in a Neon. Somewhere in all of that discussion there is surely some good information regarding PATS, fuel pumps and steering. The downside with the vette is they r so damn expensive to modify where as shelby r cheap for mods. 4. How much you put into a build is also very specific to what you want to do. To protect Backdraft's great titanium finish, we had them add the front and rear 3M Invisalign protection. If a car makes my ears ring I won't drive it, period. 5. I'm still searching for the cause of the subframe rubbing before shipping the car to Radical Roadsters. I know someone (well, know OF him, now, it's been a couple decades) who bought a Superformance with track time intent. #builtwithattitide #carsw, The Superman Edition! It was okay but as a designer there were definitely things I didn't like about it. Also I would do both sides even if the other side is good. But I have aGolf R for bad weather / daily driving for the race car I want lots of drama even at 30 mph. Take weather protection into account, because Cobras don't really have any. Media. CONNECT WITH . It all boils down to whether the Datsun should be displayed or destroyed. But they look and sound awesome doing it. When I decided to build another Cobra replica and with the aid of the internet I did a ton of research before settling on FFR. Get as close to the real thing as you can (safely) afford. For safety, the car features a stainless-steel roll bar and Cam lock-style SABELT seatbelts. There are many unique features of Backdraft Cobras (and Nostalgic Motoring). Some of that is the supplied parts some of that is the kit itself. Uses BMW 3 series suspension pieces, not 100% which generation, but E46 sounds right. Anyone in LA area willing to enable Radwood silliness? Located in Maryland. They seem like they would be a challenge in traffic. . The price is unlisted, but feel free to contact Nostalgic Motoring and submit an offer. I want to register an account for free right now! They come as a rolling chassis, as opposed to FFR which is a kit. What are your thoughts after a few years of ownership? Great reputation btw. My car started to shudder when I would take off in 1st gear about the same time I saw the scratches on the cv joint flange. RT3 4.6 ltr modular hotrod engine o2 sensors? 5) If you build you will likely not get yourmoney out of it if you sell - that said good builds will go 50K-ish so its not like you will take a huge bath. Made out of hand-laid fiberglass, the body is slathered in a glossy Black Magic with a Magnetic Grey stripe outlined silver and broken up by a red center stripe. Keeping temperatures in check is an aluminum radiator equipped with thermostatically controlled electric fan. It's been a while since I was in the Cobra community, but the Backdraft cars were well regarded for the most part. Drives: Charger HC, Backdraft Cobra. I thought the body style differences were interesting. I'm sure there's other issues and I dont' even want one of these things but it's all doable, right? Also, Im not seeing any sub frame cracks/ weld failures. And a remote shifter seems like the correct fix for the goofball shifter setup. FFRowners club is a good place to start, they have just about everything you could ever want to know condensed into a single place. What to look for when looking at one of these? You could hear it coming from over a quarter mile away. Dont get me wrong- some guys build them and do a VERY nice job, but for me factory built was the way to go. The Cobra came with a 408 Stroker rated at 530 horsepower. The passenger side spring isn't square to the body like the driver's side. There is a great community there, build threads if you are trying to determine what is involved in a build, and the like. Now that I can see better it looks like the differential has moved in the carrier causing contact with the sub frame. One of which is the ability to personalize the Cobra to your taste and use. Their build quality is on point, and the car's aesthetics are extremely similar to the original Cobra at a much lower price point than it's expensive rivals (Superformance, Kirkham, etc.) Welcome to Club Cobra! The cobra is not the fastest around a track in that group but it is awesome looking and sounding. MGB/Cobra $1500. He has to buy it in kit form or have one built up there. Its got a Ford Stroker and a TKO600 Suspension. You are correct that what I posted is a bit more autherntic / high end. I not 100% on the torque spec but it wasnt torqued to spec. FFR depends on your build quality and if its a donor or non-donor for costs comparison. Many have done it and they look pretty nice. I have worked on and driven 3 Backdraft roadsters. The racing team behind every meticulously hand-built Backdraft roadsteris right by your side with backup, service, support and legendary customer service long after you take your beast home! Want a 4 wheel drift, no problem. Does it depend on the donor car, suspension set up, which engine used, etc.? Those dictate your answer. 3210 SW 14TH PLACEBOYNTON BEACH, FL 33426, Happy 427 day! I always dreamed of owning it one day ever since I had the toy replica of it a long time ago, You get your cobra yet? Thanks again. 1965 Backdraft Racing Cobra Price $109,995 1965 Backdraft Racing Cobra Price $114,995 Backdraft Racing Cobra s by Year 1965 Backdraft Racing Cobra. Acura. Currently own: 1965 Backdraft Cobra Replica, 2013 SVT Raptor, 2020 Charger Hellcat, 1967 Olds. Had a ridiculously loud big block Ford in it with unbaffled side pipes so I really couldn't stand to drive it long enough to get a real impression. I agree Corvettes are the easy button and provide weather protection. Upgrading steering. Do you like sorting your own car to make it work? There is simply no room under there. YES! This 1965 Backdraft Cobra Roadster for sale has a Roush Racing 427R V8 w/ 4bbl Carb (554hp/513 Lb-Ft), 5 Speed Tremec TKO600 Transmission, Independent Rear w/ Limited Slip Differential, Lamborghini Grigio Telestro Exterior w/ Black Stripes, Accent. Again there isnt any clicking or banging or strange noises when I drive the car. Backdraft 427 ; Build: June 2022. Im referring to the bushings in the the sub frame not the differential cover. Rushmore area today. In today's issue of "there's always someone crazier than you", FB find of the day? One of the guys in our local Cobra club has a BD. It was a very short time before the frame started cracking. The Gateway Cobra Club is the premier meeting place for fans of the Shelby American automobiles: Cobra Roadster, Daytona Coupe and GT40. New posts New media New media comments Latest activity. . Backdraft ones are very nice, well built, and hold value pretty well. Their build quality is on point, and the car's aesthetics are extremely similar to the original Cobra at a much lower price point than it's expensive rivals (Superformance, Kirkham, etc.) How fast does it go? Thanks. Fun to drive, but my c6z is as well. BackDraft Racing --- - Club Cobra Welcome to Club Cobra! non biased Shelby Cobra related site! I would imagine it's pretty close. Even through the language barrier, the love of cars translates. A meeting place for all cobra items and information. 2023 Historic Races (Pacific Raceways) July 1. They can be built to almost any level of performance and capability. What is a good source of information to do more research around the Shelby Cobra replica/kit car? Its not a crack. I have lost over 40% of my hearing to decades of work in industrial manufacturing, I don't have enough left to sacrifice in the name of cars. I want to register an account for free right now! Okay, I left out some potentially important info. #buil, The perfect car for the perfect garage! The differential inner cv joint flanges are both rubbing the sub frame. 3081 . Im afraid that Im going damage the boot but it looks like need to pull the axles anyway. Have you removed the dust cover on the flange side of the axle and checked the flange bolts? MK4 7869, gen 1 Coyote, TR-3650, 3-link . Then I drove one, a FF kit with a Ford 302 crate engine. For the record, I actually liked the shifter Not sure how one would do a remote shifter, if you wanted a "traditional" shifter angle then you might be able to build a V8 T5 with a truck case so the shifter comes out a lot more forward. Location: Washington State. YES! All Makes. p.s. to tiring in about three blocks. So then I built a C5Z track rat which is great but not that special. Boots seem good to me. Overlay carpets for drivers and passenger side. p.s. Took me a couple of hours to remove the spinners. non biased Shelby Cobra related site! How driving instruction can make you faster on track. Backdraft Racing makes high-quality replicas of these highly desired roadsters, and they are packed with modern power. Plenty of ways to spend/save depending on your preferences. It makes for a very fun, and capable car (independent rear) think of an old M-roadster on a serious steroid injection with the ability to fit 305-width tires. Wow I really love this car, you guys are lucky. I took another pic from different angle. The BDR I sold also looked very different from the car in these videos. Someone earlier mentioned running a quieter exhaust under the car. #bu, Saturday night cruise after Barrett Jackson. YES! The heart of the beast is a Roush 427cui V8 engine that pumps out a healthy 550-horsepower shifted down to the rear wheels by a Tremec TKO 600 five-speed manual transmission. The cantilevered shifter feels right in a chunderheaded expedience sort of way. Every time I am fatigued by the exhaust volume in less than 10 minutes and never get the chance to have any fun with them. I finally removed the rear wheels. But it really depends what you want out of your car. Airstream. Was not a fan of the c5 driving experience but these c7s drive balanced as all hell. Still a "replica" "continuation car" or "tribute" but its different from a kit built in your garage. All rights reserved. Pete. Backdraft Racings renowned attention to detail makes every custom roadster and authentic replica the very best available. Mine are in the same condition.