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I'm new to the group and recently bought a Contemporary 427 from and estate

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12-27-2024 10:38 AM - permalink

Anchorman1008

I recently bought an AC Cobra built by Contemporary with a 427 dual quad side oiler and a C6 automatic transmission. The gentleman who owned it before me for roughly 30+ years passed away and I bought it from his estate. What a beautiful car so while it was never on my bucket list, I couldn't say no to a 427 side oiler AC Cobra, right! While I have some of the paperwork, I do have many questions about the legacy of the car. I'm pretty sure it was built around 1992 because the color code for the car is 1992 Buick poly which is a blue/green color and it is a Ditzler base coat, clear coat finish. While it has a Shelby America Vin tag, it is registered as a 1965 Ford, and not an AC Cobra kit with a CSX Vin number. Does anyone know where I could get a little more background on the build and history of this car? Thanks, Rich

12-27-2024 10:47 AM - permalink

Anchorman1008

I also need help with fitting into it. I'm 6'-2" and 250 pounds so with the original seats, my knee is against the dash brace, my thighs are up against the bottom of the steering wheel, and my head is against the hard top. I am going to start by removing the original seat and hard top as a baseline just to see if I can fit but can someone recommend a better seat option for me? I'll also go down to a 14" steering wheel for a little extra space. I also need to learn to drive two footed since the footbox is so tight and I have a size 12 1/2" shoe. As it stands, I cannot safely drive her yet with the way I fit, but I need to find a way. This is such a unique and iconic car that I want to drive and enjoy for many years. As far as my other cars, I have a 1969 R/T Charger, a 1969 Barracuda, a 1966 tri-power GTO, and a 1965 K-Code Mustang fastback. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks, Rich

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