1990 RMC AC Cobra Replica

Description

Brainchild of legendary Texan Carroll Shelby, the Cobra was a unique blend of European sophistication with American muscle. Shelby combined the chassis of AC’s Ace sports car with the muscle of Ford’s new small-block V8 to create a winner on both the street and track, one capable of taking on - and beating - Europe's best in the mid- ‘60s. The 289ci V8 was later replaced with Ford’s 427ci big-block lump – with its pumped up bodywork, the Cobra 427 delivered shattering straight-line performance. With original examples commanding huge prices, numerous Cobra replicas have appeared over the years and an entire industry has grown up around recreating the Cobra, ranging from inexpensive kits through to copies so good only an expert can tell the difference. The Replica Motor Company (RMC) in West Australia produced one of the nicest Cobra kits, based on the 427 wide-body model. All Cobra replicas have one thing in common - they adhere to the basic principle of placing a large, powerful V8 engine in a simple tubular frame to ensure the most undiluted driving experience possible.