American Dream: AC Cobra by ric Gustafson
In 1962 Texas race car driver Carroll Shelby put a Ford V8 into a AC Ace chassis. The first Cobra was introduced at the New York Motor Show. Shelby built a Daytona coupe and a 427 Cobra. In 1965, a Daytona Cobra wins the World Sports Car Championship. In 1966, Shelby quits making his Cobras. The Baby Cobra 289 went from 0-60 in 5.7 seconds.
The Cobra 427 had a 427 cubic big block V8. It had Halibrand alloy wheels and a quick release fuel filter. It had a roll over hoop and alloy bodywork. It had flared wheel arches, side exhausts and a coil spring suspension.
research help: ' American Cars' by Chartwell Books
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
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