Friday, April 30, 2010
Carspotting (35): Replica AC Cobra with 455 engine
I saw this replica being loaded onto a carrier today. It's being shipped to Pennsylvania. I know it says 427 on the engine. The engine was bored out to 455 cubic inches. I hung around to listen to the engine. It was LOUD.
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Wow, that is a beautiful car. This is a classic case of some replica car companies that in essense make a superior car than the original. (i.e Factory Five). My preference is the AC 289 with the more subdued bodywork, but I still like seeing these on the road.
Yup. I agree 100%.
It was a trip to see the guy drive the car onto the second (top) level of the carrier. He first loaded up a 2010 Carrera onto the second level and the rear wheels were spinning a bit. But he had no problems loading up the Cobra, What a pro!
Pretty sweet. These are one of the few replicas worth having. The Cobra and the GT40 are the first two that come to mind when I think about which replicas I wouldn't be embarassed to drive around in.
The Type 65 made by Factory Five is another replica worth owning.
http://www.factoryfive.com/coupehome.html
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