AC Cobra 427 1964
General description :
Specially built for the 100th years anniversary of AC Cars Ltd. Incredibly beautiful AC Cobra 289 MK2 FIA from 1964. Unique and original Cobra! It is a one off car that is completely handmade out of aluminium by AC Car Group Ltd. In March of 1996, AC Cars was put into receivership. Angliss stepped out of the picture and, after a lengthy period of negotiation, an English leasing company named Price Waterhouse purchased AC Cars, Ltd. The new chairman of AC Motor Holdings was Alan Lubinsky, a South African businessman. Soon they planned the production of AC Cobra’s. AC Cobra was launched and the new model named MK6 CRS rolled of the factory line. They planned to produce a limited edition of AC 427 MK3’s and a limited edition of only 25 AC Cobra’s FIA, built in special order. This because of the 100th anniversary. The 427 was a recreation of the original 427 Cobra S/C. These cars were issued with COB5 of COX5 serial numbers, starting with COB5001. The FIA was a recreation of the 289 powered competition factory team cars that Shelby American competed within 1964 and 1965 FIA events. The body is completely from aluminium, in sublime condition, very straight and has perfect panel fittings. Complete with flared fenders, cut-back doors, quick-lift jacking points and special tailgate to make sure the FIA ‘suitcase’ will fit. This is an original, handmade car with aluminum body. Equipped with 380 bhp strong 4.7 V8 Ford engine with Weber carburetors. Performed in her original colour ‘Viking Blue’. This AC 289 FIA version was issued with serialnumber COB1001. The rolling chassis incl. body costed 140.000 pounds without additional taxes, without engine and transmission. AC was in financial trouble at the time so they only built one example and that is this one: the Cobra with number COB1001! The rolling chassis was shipped to the United States and revealed to the audience during the NEC Motorshow in 1998. When the car was ready it was delivered to AC dealer Duncan Hamilton. The first owner was the owner of the dealership, Mr. Adrian Hamilton. It now comes from the second owner with only 4.348 miles! Equipped with historic technical passport, category competition GT car, period F (1962/1965) and confirmation from AC that it is an original example. The engine is in 2007 completely renewed by a Dutch sportscar specialist. Technically in top condition! Unique car, fully documented and certified!
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1964 AC Cobra 427 is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Brummen by Gallery Dealer for €259500.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : AC Model : Cobra 427 Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1964 Sub type : Convertible Location : Brummen
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About AC Cobra 427
AC Cobra 427 MK IIIThe fact that the AC Cobra 427 is the world's most replicated sports car can have both positive and negative effects on the value of the originals. On one hand, the popularity of the car and the proliferation of replicas can help to raise awareness of the original models and increase demand among collectors. On the other hand, the presence of so many replicas can also create confusion and uncertainty among buyers, potentially driving down prices or making it more difficult to find a genuine example.
To ensure that they are buying a genuine Cobra rather than a replica, potential buyers should do their due diligence and thoroughly research the car's history and provenance. This may involve consulting with experts or third-party organizations that specialize in authenticating classic cars, or contacting previous owners or collectors who have knowledge of the car's history.
Some key factors to look for when verifying the authenticity of a Cobra include matching chassis and engine numbers, original documentation or paperwork, and evidence of the car's racing or competition history. It may also be helpful to examine the car's physical characteristics, such as the placement of certain components or details in the interior or engine bay, as these can sometimes be used to differentiate between original and replica models.
Ultimately, the most important thing for a potential buyer to do is to educate themselves about the specific model and to be cautious and thorough in their research before making a purchase. This can help to ensure that they are buying a genuine and valuable classic car, rather than a replica or fraudulent model
Production
1965–67
Engine
427 or 289 cu in (7.0 or 4.7 L) V8
Wheelbase
90 in (2,286 mm)
Length
156 in (3,962 mm)
Width
68 in (1,727 mm)
Height
48 in (1,219 mm)
Curb weight
2,355 lb (1,068 kg)