Alfa Romeo . There are 3 backdraft ones on hemmings right now, at $46k. YES! I want to register an account for free right now! 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. 5. Just press the go pedal a little harder. You can eliminate the strange shifter angle by using a mid-shift kit on a TKO. BTW I sent better pics than the ones I posted here. Welcome to Club Cobra! You are correct that what I posted is a bit more autherntic / high end. For safety, the car features a stainless-steel roll bar and Cam lock-style SABELT seatbelts. Base coat, clear coat painted finish. 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. Sorry to resurrect an old thread, but I'm really thinking about pulling the trigger on a BDR Cobra in the next few months. MK4 7869, gen 1 Coyote, TR-3650, 3-link . I love the car and I enjoy working on cars but this is very frustrating. Although it is indeed a solid kit, It's taking an astounding quantity of massaging to get it together nicely. Seems your pics are not displaying in the correct orientation for others to view. New posts New media New media comments Latest activity. It's not a direct comparison. Searching for the perfect car to spend your hard-earned money on can be a tough decision, but nobody can go wrong with an iconic '65 Shelby Cobra replica from Backdraft Racing. 2023 Historic Races (Pacific Raceways) July 1. Struts up front with the BMW IRS. : For registered members this ad will NOT show. i just love the rawness of that car and it only weighs like 2600ish pounds. I took another pic from different angle. I know a guy down here in nor cal with one for sale comes with a side oiler 427 in it Beautiful car and has raw power think it would do 120 in 2nd lol. I realized I'm not a show car person. BIG CAM. It all boils down to whether the Datsun should be displayed or destroyed. 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! 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. 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. ABC. Don"t just put back the new bolts tap the threads then locktight red then new bolts. Go drive one. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo . Turned in too late? RT4B and Tremec TKX speed sensor question? If so, what do you think of the performance. Get as close to the real thing as you can (safely) afford. The spinner removal tool is well worth the money. 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. All Cobras, all the time. The guy had to get a lawyer involved and it was eventually registered as a 1966 "replica". There is a great community there, build threads if you are trying to determine what is involved in a build, and the like. It doesn't have the appeal of the Cobra, unless it's an OLD 'Vette. Resale value when you buy it second hand from the first owner is where you save the most cash. BMW Garage: BMW Meets: Register: Today's Posts: Search: . Cobra Make, Engine: 427 manowar forged crank roller rockers . 4. Fundamentally, they are based on a very old car so they won't perform like a Z06. non biased Shelby Cobra related site! The passenger side spring isn't square to the body like the driver's side. Want a 4 wheel drift, no problem. Some of the fit and finish stuff was below par, but mechanically it was solid. Club Cobra is the world's largest Shelby related site! It's nice. The only reason I noticed the rubbing was because I always put it on my lift after taking it for a drive. 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? AJS. 302 with FiTech and Under Car Exhaust, Heat & A/C, Rod Top. I want to register an account for free right now! Two Locost Seven Frames and Various Parts $1000 - NMNA - FBM - Romulus, MI (Detroit suburb). 1. He was very friendly and willing to help. Our NEXT GENERATION RT4 Classic Edition features a more traditional take on Roadster styling, with polished stainless steel side pipes and halibrand style wheels. How driving instruction can make you faster on track. I don't know much about it and there isn't a lot of discussions on this forum about this so I was wondering if anyone can help me answer the following questions: 1. Some call this the last great Pontiac muscle car! Welcome to Club Cobra! The only one I put a wrench on was the bottom front bushing bolt. #builtwithattitude #carswi, We love this candy cane! Yup, and I have a true factory five roadster, not a replica of a factory five. Some of that is the supplied parts some of that is the kit itself. I would imagine it's pretty close. Arntz/Butler Forum (212/2011) BackDraft Racing ---(2162/25438) B & B Cobra's --- Speak with Bryan . 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 . Yes, they still use E36 suspension, rearend and brakes. Threads 79 Messages . 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. I know someone (well, know OF him, now, it's been a couple decades) who bought a Superformance with track time intent. Whatever, if you are going to have a measuring contest, at least get the facts straight. 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. p.s. I worked on one for a customer. You are using an out of date browser. FFR = depends. Club Cobra . Would you be interested in a ERA 427 cobra with a real 427 sideoiler?? 1966 AC Cobra from backdraft with roush 427ci with 550hp 2. Dont get me wrong- some guys build them and do a VERY nice job, but for me factory built was the way to go. Forums. Backdraft 427 ; Build: June 2022. That said, if you are buying pre-built, from what I have seen they seem to hold their value pretty well. Grab This Rare 1966 Plymouth Satellite 426 Hemi, Snag A Show-Stopping 1970 Dodge Challenger Restomod. Pick a color and be done with it. If anything, Ill have a better view of the suspension. It could be yours today! Industry news, Press Releases, Notifications. One of which is the ability to personalize the Cobra to your taste and use. Our NEXT GENERATION RT4B BLACK EDITION features a traditional Roadster build, with our amped up, custom Black Out Package, to add maximum wow factor. A wind deflector, Mercedes convertible style, behind the passenger compartment run between rollbar hoops should make it a little less insane inside. Great reputation btw. @barrett_j, Four beautiful builds on display! Posts: 1,110,018, I wouldn't put an inexperienced driver in one, but it's a fun fast challenge for an experienced driver. The BDR dealer in Tomball Tx (NW houston) James Yale owner of Radical Roadsters. 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 Also, Im not seeing any sub frame cracks/ weld failures. It brings smiles to peoples faces seeing something different. To protect Backdraft's great titanium finish, we had them add the front and rear 3M Invisalign protection. All had the Roush 427 motor and were based on BMW suspension components. 2012-2015 BMW 3-Series and 4-Series Forum. . YES! They're not just cars to stick golf clubs in and look silly, like a Rolla Royce nosed VW Beetle. It's DuPont not Hemmings. Sitting here in the puts at NCM thoroughly enjoying the smile this c7 Grand Sport is putting on my face each and every session. Digging deeper though, it looks like that's not complete, I just did a quick search earlier and didn't click deeper. 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. How important is weather protection and comfort? Cobra Make, Engine: Backdraft, supercharged Coyote. Cobra Make, Engine: Backdraft w/ 427IR Posts: 83 Not Ranked As recommended, this weekend I plan to remove the wheels, spring, shocks and check the full range of the suspension to see what may be causing the rubbing. In fact, these Cobra replicas can be special-ordered by specific color, equipment, and features. #builtwithattitide #carsw, The Superman Edition! The passenger side trailing arm has a bunch washers between the bushing and the trailing arm bracket. I want to register an account for free right now! I personally would get a z06 or a Shelby since you can have a dicent track car and a good dd. How's that for bizarre cross-shopping. I want to register an account for free right now! 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. Gases flow through Ceramic-coated headers and exit via stainless-steel side pipes. It was fun though! 1965 Backdraft Racing Cobra Price $109,995 1965 Backdraft Racing Cobra Price $114,995 Backdraft Racing Cobra s by Year 1965 Backdraft Racing Cobra. Still a "replica" "continuation car" or "tribute" but its different from a kit built in your garage. Checked cv joint boots for leaks. Peek inside the Cobra to a black leather and Alcantara interior with red double diamond stitching. . Boots seem good to me. BackDraft Racing --- - Club Cobra Welcome to Club Cobra! Shelby Cobra kit cars, continuations or Kirkhams, or it ain't cool enough. I think they look awesome. 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. It this legal?" Does anyone have a lead on 17" knock offs rears or fronts? If building your own - FF has a great community so you'll never be stuck on an island by yourself it you have any issues and plenty of guys put their buildson the track. For an introvert like myself, I enjoy my very capable cave. 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. 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? Premium carpeting w/ bound edges for trunk and cockpit. Again there isnt any clicking or banging or strange noises when I drive the car. Back to an earlier response to the two aft diff bolts. Then I drove one, a FF kit with a Ford 302 crate engine. Manufacturers, Engine Builders, tools, and parts. 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. Thanks for the responses. 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. The drive shaft looks like it may be at slight angle from the transmission to the differential. Third hand knowledge, but I'd avoid Superformance. I thought it was a pressure plate issue. Required a portapower and big levers. But it seems like everyone has these 2 cars in town. I would beat the tar out of mine and scratches and cracks just kind of happened. 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. Does it depend on the donor car, suspension set up, which engine used, etc.? Thanks again. Gathering spot on ClubCobra for current and former owners of Backdraft Racing Roadsters. check out the. 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. Corvettes get attn too, but more negative than the cobra. Weather protection is limited or nonexistent. Hyundai Elantra N: Better performance than a Civic Type R? He cannot buy a finished running car and import it into Canada. : For registered members this ad will NOT show. Muscular 1974 Super Duty Trans Am Commands Attention, Father And Son Reflect On 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider 1300 Junior. 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. Have you removed the dust cover on the flange side of the axle and checked the flange bolts? 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. Welcome to Club Cobra! 3210 SW 14TH PLACEBOYNTON BEACH, FL 33426, Happy 427 day! You are much more hidden in the corvette. 4) This question is abit too late for me - my decision was made - Cobra all the way! Absolutely incredible way to do driving events. Acura. What's in it? The price is unlisted, but feel free to contact Nostalgic Motoring and submit an offer. FFR depends on your build quality and if its a donor or non-donor for costs comparison. If a car makes my ears ring I won't drive it, period. non biased Shelby Cobra related site! berkeleying fast as hell though. Which is how I would do it. The World's largest Appreciate 0 Quote 01-27-2017, 07:00 PM #24: Maynard. 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. Jul 17, 2017. Those dictate your answer. Welcome to Club Cobra! 2. 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. 2023 Motorsport Marketing. A paint protection film was installed to guard the paint against any road debris. Many have done it and they look pretty nice. 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 ! Rushmore area today. Where did you see Backdraft for $46K? Its got a Ford Stroker and a TKO600 Suspension. Trunk carpeting was pretty poor. 6. 1965 Backdraft Racing Cobra in Arlington, TX (l33t FS) GRM+ Member and MegaDork 7/16/21 9:39 p.m. 6) If pre-built - can't really go wrong with a Superformance or Backdraft. The cobra is not the fastest around a track in that group but it is awesome looking and sounding. How are these kit cars to drive on the track and for autocross? Cross shopping a Corvette, all the work is done for you and it's comfortable and weather tight. Good luck with your pick! I'm sure there's other issues and I dont' even want one of these things but it's all doable, right? Forums. Representation from nearly all Cobra/Daytona/GT40 manufacturers Help from all over the world for your questions Build logs for you and all members Blogs Image Gallery Many thousands of members and nearly 1 million posts! On costs: Backdraft roller = $28.9 k+. AC. I want to register an account for free right now. I thought the body style differences were interesting. Was not a kit, fully assembled. by xb-60. https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/foru.all-and-tuning I'm now prepping an Exocet race chassis which has the raw fun without the expensive body. Why not get both? They seem like they would be a challenge in traffic. The BDR I sold also looked very different from the car in these videos. I notice the springs top plates aren't in the same location. Are there any options you didn't get that you wish you would have (or vice versa)? Somewhere in all of that discussion there is surely some good information regarding PATS, fuel pumps and steering. This Cobra is Avis Blue with pearl white racing stripes, and it is a shining example of Backdraft's craftsmanship and superb engineering. Does this info help or muddy the water? Always have. I was driving today and applied the clutch only to have the driver's seat slider give way and fully Hi All, new owner here. 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. Backdraft makes a darn good car with BMW suspension as stated above the fit and finish is not the greatest. Does anyone know how much clearance should I gave between the top of the sub frame / carrier? (REGISTERED USERS DO NOT SEE THIS POST/AD! There is simply no room under there. Depending on the engine they weigh around 2400 lbs. 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. It's the most common kit car in the US by far. I think they look awesome. Airstream. What is a good source of information to do more research around the Shelby Cobra replica/kit car? All for sale! . Also, I noticed yesterday that there was grease splatter above each drive shaft yoke. Here is mine. It was a 6 month process to get a title issued for it here in Oregon. Its not a crack. I'm still searching for the cause of the subframe rubbing before shipping the car to Radical Roadsters. YES! No experience with kit cars but after 15 years trying to keep things running all weekend, this seems too good to be true. I think the hoop was under bent so it was jamming in the receiver tubes, plus the crap job sealing the hoops let water travel down there and rusted it up. 3081 . It looks like the passenger side has shifted towards the rear of the car by 1". Manufacturers, Engine Builders, tools, and parts. I am not sure a Daytona is a step up. 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. I was pissed and happy at the same time. After that they hold value amazingly. There are many unique features of Backdraft Cobras (and Nostalgic Motoring). Good cars, very fast,but kinda in a treat it wrong and it will bite kind of way. There are a range engine and transmission options available including Coyote, Ford Racing, Roush, and Iconic Racing. Have a friend who might be wanting to sell his well prepped supercharged ffr. Are you saying that the differential slide back causing the inner output flanges to rub the sub frame above? 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. You have half a barely muffled V8 blatting at your left ear, you could probably touch the ground if you weren't worried about third degree burns on your wrist, and your view through the windshield is almost completely obscured by the reflection of the scuttle on the inside of the glass, because the scuttle is painted body color and just as shiny. I don't know if they have changed the design, but their kit used to run BMW E36 suspension. The whole experience went from "this is cool!" I see these at cars and coffee all the time there insanely quick! 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. There's a story about the one Bill Cosby bought new that pretty much ends with him just saying no after one time behind the wheel . 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. Just to be safe. Home. A little bit rarer than the Cobra, and aroof and being able to use A/C has its advantages. I helped put together a superformance for a friend and it was awesome. The World's largest MGB/Cobra $1500. One of the guys in our local Cobra club has a BD. News, Rumors and Announcements. But it really depends what you want out of your car. If I had to do FFRagain I would buy a used spec racer like wearymicrobeposted. ), https://4xshaft.com/blogs/general-teveshaft-angles, https://store.activeautowerke.com/coracket-dsb-e36, https://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E36-32n/Control_Arm/, https://superpro.com.au/find/superpr/cid-999500343, https://www.powerflexusa.com/shop/prory=1783#attr=, https://www.garagistic.com/products/xoCHbUQAvD_BwE, https://www.nolathane.com/collection4831232?page=2, https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0?ie=UTF8&psc=1. The cantilevered shifter feels right in a chunderheaded expedience sort of way. IIRC he ended up trying one or two different track time toys before winding up in a Neon. Also, not really a quiet or comfortable car. Nostalgic Motoring Ltd. is offering the opportunity to take home this stunning and brand new 1965 Backdraft Cobra RT4B. This can't be normal. What to look for when looking at one of these? Good engine or bad is another part of the recipe. All rights reserved. If anything, I'll have a better view of the suspension. Wide seats allow for plenty of comfort and space, and extra leg room not an issue. He has to buy it in kit form or have one built up there. #bu, Saturday night cruise after Barrett Jackson. Backdraft ones are very nice, well built, and hold value pretty well. He asked me to send for some pictures and had me check a few things. 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. I love yours! Was not a fan of the c5 driving experience but these c7s drive balanced as all hell. This is why the FFR spec racer was made. The Cobra came with a 408 Stroker rated at 530 horsepower. All rights reserved. Currently own: 1965 Backdraft Cobra Replica, 2013 SVT Raptor, 2020 Charger Hellcat, 1967 Olds. 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 much you put into a build is also very specific to what you want to do. 2) If you are looking at a Superformanceor Backdraft the build quality is kind of a wash as they are all built in-house. YES! Those familiar with Shelby Cobras can vouch for the excellent reputation held by Backdraft Racing for their high-quality, factory-built replica cars. 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. Pete. It's been a while since I was in the Cobra community, but the Backdraft cars were well regarded for the most part. Proof that the Ford Pinto makes a capable street machine? Backdraft Racings renowned attention to detail makes every custom roadster and authentic replica the very best available. Abarth. Speak with David. Can you post a couple of pics that are panned back a bit. I not 100% on the torque spec but it wasnt torqued to spec. So then I built a C5Z track rat which is great but not that special.