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- 1975 AC Cobra Replica (Southern Roadcraft)
1975 AC Cobra Replica (Southern Roadcraft)
Lot Number: 159
1975 AC Cobra Replica (Southern Roadcraft)
A childhood dream turned in to reality for this superb Cobra homage.
- Sold for: £27,225
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 10th December, 2022 at 10.30am GMT at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN
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BODY COLOUR
Guardsman Blue/ Wimbledon White -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
HKP 512N -
ODOMETER READING
8412 Miles
SUMMARY
A childhood dream turned in to reality for this superb Cobra homage.
DESCRIPTION
- Dodging school to run over to Goodwood as a child, our vendor fell in love with a Cobra in the 1970s and planned to do his best to own one
- 20 years later, he engaged local engineers, Gavin and Stuart Thomas of Autopoint, to build his dream car, not just a replica but an homage to the 1965 Shelby 427 Semi-Competition Cobra, the fastest road car in the world at the time
- A Southern Roadcraft chassis was fitted with rebuilt and adjusted front and rear suspension from a Jaguar XJ Series and its number plate was carried over. The body was supplied by Pilgrim Motorsports but it was highly modified to match the original AC design which included a larger air intake on the bonnet, a flat lower dashboard, Aston Le Mans-style fuel filler cap, a large capacity fuel tank and internal hinges for the boot
- The new engine and gearbox were imported from the USA through specialist engine suppliers Roadcraft, and a Chevrolet engine was chosen over a Ford as it sits lower in the chassis to help handling. The total project cost appears to be around £35,000
- Built during 1998/9, it was further developed in 2003 by RaceTech Engineering using new springs and dampers, and subsequently at Madgwick Cars in 2004, who had acquired Southern Roadcraft by this time, when better springs and tyres improved the handling still further
- Classically finished in Guardsman Blue with the obligatory twin Shelby stripes in Wimbledon White
- Only recent attention has been preventative maintenance with regular oil and filter changes and occasional replacement parts
- Used on a run to Le Mans and regularly enjoyed in the past, it's now used less and less and it's time to let it go. Displaying only 8,412 miles at its recent MOT (21/09/2023) and very sensibly guided, this is really special
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 159
- Make
- AC
- Model
- COBRA
- Variant
- Replica by Southern Roadcraft
- Registration Number
- HKP 512N
- MOT Expiry
- 21/09/2023
- Chassis Number
- 2S4685BW
- Engine Number
- 1M0806098
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Guardsman Blue/ Wimbledon White
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Gary Dunne
- Car Specialist
- 07740 946796
- gary@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Gary.
CONTACTSEE IT IN ACTION
SEE IT IN ACTION
SCORE:
134 / 135
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About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Vehicles can be collected from The Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN, on Sunday 11th December between 10am and 3pm and Monday 12th September between 9am and 1pm.
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