Thread: Looking for Advice: First Cobra Kit Build
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Old 01-18-2013, 09:49 PM
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For a car you can build as a track car, the Factory Five is hard to beat and the support from the forum is even better.
However, if you want period correct, a big block FE 427 (as opposed to a small block 427), and the correct chassis and suspension there are really only a few choices.
Kirkham is about as correct as you can get if your budget can stand it. Another choice that doesn't get mentioned on this forum much is the Premier Motorsports Cobra- very nice chassis and suspension package very close to original for a less than a Kirkham. You could also look into Roger Bollick's Exact Cobras, but, like the Kirkhams, they are only supplied as a roller.

Lots of other choices out there but authenticity and original style chassis/suspension narrow it down real fast.

Good luck with your search- you'll find lots of great info and help on this forum.

Bob
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