[Phil Erikson]

The AC 289 is officially known as a Mark III, with coil springs and the wider, flared front fenders of the 427. However the rear fenders were the narrower of the two versions used on the 427 bodies, but they had no lip at all at the fender openings. In Europe, where these were introduced in 1966, these cars came with either the 427 or 289 motors. I find this style very simple and elegant. Plus, it's about the only wide-fendered Cobra to be born with a small block.

So, Fritz, they looked like neither the Hawk nor the Kirkham. And, Mike, like you said, they had no roll bars, no hood scoops, no side exhaust. (Thanks for the tip about John; I'll call him tomorrow.)

Thanks, guys.

Phil Erikson