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This Cobra is different from most you will find for sale today. This Cobra replica was part of the very first run of Cobra replicas built by Arntz-Butler. The Arntz-Butler company built this car in 1981 and is #985 out 1000 total built. It has original paint and remains mostly unrestored to this day. Only the engine bay was freshened up as far as paint work. The exhaust pipes, wheels, and bumpers were all rechromed and refurbished. This car is equiped with many hard to find vintage parts.
Steve Arntz pioneere the concept of replica cars and only built 1000 of these Cobras. The chasis was provided by Ron Bulter who plated an important role in Carrol Shelby's racing career. The Ron Butler chassis is the best money can buy. If you are looking to spend less than it takes to procure a true Cobra the is the next best thing. These cars are not the same as the kit cars that are being sold today. There were very few of these cars built and even fewer on the road today.
The body is in near perfect condition. There is one small crack inthe paint on the hood. All of the bright work and chrome is in execellent condition. The car has less than 10,000 miles on it since new. The chassis is rust free and has been well taken care of since new. The wheels are period correct 16 inch true knock-offs and are dated November 1, 1964. Vintage Halibrand knock-off wheels sell for thousands today.
The interior is in perfect shape. The seats and the carpet were re-done recently. The gauges, horn, and all the lights work great. It has adjustable pedals so taller guys can drive this car without an issue. The gauges are original Stewart Warner gauges. It has a vintage wood steering wheel and blinker controls. Please call or email with any questions.
Arntz offered two motor choices, a Chevy 350 or a Ford big block. This car has the Ford 427 dated May of 1964. Notice the Winter's Foundry stamp on the intake and the correct dual point distributor. It has a 4 speed toploader transmission. The rear end is a Jaguar independent rear suspension with in board disc brakes and dual racing shocks. The rear gears are 353 which provide enough grunt off the line and still are ow enough to not go crazy on the freeway. It has rack and pinion steering. Please call or email with any questions.
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