1965 Shelby Cobra by Factory Five MKIII
1965 Shelby Shelby Cobra by Factory Five for sale in Nesconset, New York, United States
Item location: | Nesconset, New York, United States |
Make: | Shelby |
Model: | Shelby Cobra |
Type: | Convertible |
Trim: | by Factory Five |
Year: | 1965 |
Mileage: | 100 |
Color: | Grey / Black Boot Stripe |
Engine size: | 351 Windsor |
Number of cylinders: | 8 |
Fuel: | Gas |
Transmission: | Manual |
Drive type: | Rear wheel |
Interior color: | Black |
Options: | Convertible |
Vehicle Title: | Clear |
Want to buy? | Contact seller! |
Description for Shelby Shelby Cobra 1965
1965 Factory 5 Cobra MKIII Specs
Car itself has 1177 miles,
New motor has under 100 miles on it.
Transmoission: HD 5-speed
Rear-end: 8.8inch Posi 3.55:1 gear
Brakes: Cobra 13 inch front, 12 inch rear
Suspension: All tubular steel with coil overs
Wheels: 17x9 fronts, 17x10.5 rear, 5 spoke
Tires: Sumitomo 315/35/17 Rear Sumitomo 245/35/17
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Engine, Transmission, and Rear-end
This car consists of all new components not donor parts.
The drivetrain is rounded out by a Centerforce SS2 heavy-duty clutch and a new world-class Tremec 5-Speed with short throw shifter. The rear-end is composed of a new 8.8 inch with 3.55:1 gears. All in all, this thing runs awesome while sounding fierce.
Suspension & Brakes
I was never a fan of Muscle cars although I am in love with sports cars. When building this car we were after the full sports car package. I wanted a car that was insanely fast on a straight away but also would handle and brake like a Ferrari. This was accomplished using the best in modern day technology. The front suspension is compiled of full tubular steel control arms with coil over Bilstein shocks. Meanwhile, the rear received a 3 link suspension with a panhard bar, also made of full tubular steel, while also using Bilstein coil-overs. The brakes were upgraded not just for performance, but also for appearances. The 13 inch Cobra Racing, cross-drilled, on the front and the 12 inch on the rear really make an awesome touch to the car’s overall look.
Wheels & Tires
The wheels and tires only add to the theme of the car, which in this case, is performance. Choosing the 17x9 fronts and 17x10.5 rear 5-spoke wheels The rear tires look like steam rollers and show that this car means business. The wide rear was an option that I simply would not do without. The tires have incredible grip and the deep V groove tread looks good too.
Body & Frame
Speaking of looking good, the body and frame really shine on this car. Just like the originals, the frame is made of 4 inch round tube main rails and the black powder-coat adds to its look. The body is made of fiberglass. The cars paint work is absolutely stunning. It is silver with charcoal stripes with accents. The paint work equated to $7,000 of the $70,000 it cost to build this car.
Extras
Tremec 5 Speed
Center force SS2 Clutch (Indestructible)
This car is a beast...It pulls incredibly through every gear and is so much fun to drive. All of this in a car that weighs roughly 2000 lbs and has a light weigh motor to maintain weight distribution and insane handling! Anyways back to the description.
Fully adjustable coil over suspension
Cobra Big brake kit 13" Cross drilled Rear rotors 12" Cross Drilled Rear rotors
255 Sumitomo Front tires
315 Sumitomo Rear tires on 11' rims (This is a necessary option when building a Cobra)
Vintage style Autometer gauges
Windshield wipers
Powder coated racing style quick jacks front rear
$7,000 dollars of paint
Leather seats
Simpson 4 point racing harnesses
I have never been in or around a car that gets more looks. It is an absolute show stopper and an instant conversation starter. I have driven in Ferraris
ENGINE $10,000 more this year
Run down:
Ford 351 Windsor
Engine is New with under 100 miles on it.
351Windsor
It's actually a very nice build, from the aluminum heads to roller cam and forged pistons.
Run down:
Aluminum Heads
New ARP Head Bolts
New Pro Comp Roller Rockers
New Lifters
New Comp Cams Roller Kit
New Moly Push Rods
New KB Forged Pistons (.030" Over) w/ Moly Rings
New Main, Rod, Cam Bearings
New Roller Timing Set
Gasket Kit
New Oil Pump
New Freeze Plugs
Oil Pan
PP Hurricane Power Plus Intake Manifold
Fresh labor:
Magnafluxed Block/Heads
Vat/Clean Block & Accessories
Bore/Hone Block
Deck Block (Square)
Install Bearings
Install Freeze Plugs
Crank Grind
Balance Entire Rotating Assembly
Build Long Block
Build Heads w/ New Rockers
Custom Garage Cover included (See Picture)
Black snap in cover for cockpit area included (for those moments where you get stuck in the unannounced rain )
Deposit required and transaction must be done in person.