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PRESS RELEASE
Detroit, Michigan, USA – In a statement released today by Ford Motor
Company,
Vice President of design and chief creative officer J Mays announced that
beginning in October 2013 The Ford Motor company will re-introduce an
updated model of the iconic 427 Shelby Cobra.
Since the early 1960s through the end of their production in 1967, the
Shelby Cobra has represented the pinnacle of high performance American sports cars.
In honor of the passing of longtime legendary car designer Carroll Shelby, Ford
will be producing a faithful update to the original “Corvette-beater”.
The new super lightweight, 2-passenger, open-top roadster will boast a 1100
horsepower supercharged 5.8 liter engine, 7-speed transmission, advanced
computer controlled handling system, and Brembo brakes forward and aft, all
contained in a 90 inch wheelbase. Initial computer analysis and wind tunnel
data suggest that the top speed for the new roadster will easily exceed 200 MPH.
While many production details are still in process, Mays stated that all
engines will be produced at Ford’s Romeo Engine plant in Romeo, Michigan. The new
chassis will be produced and finished entirely at Ford’s Wixom, Michigan
plant. Production numbers will be limited to just 500 vehicles per year.
The new vehicles will be fully optioned with front and side impact air bags,
antilock brakes, high performance audio systems, air-conditioning, cruise
control, and Ford’s new advanced forward-looking lane sensing driver’s
assist.
Track enthusiasts will enjoy a three-position ride selection functionality
for a firmer and more stable on-track experience.
Potential customers are invited to visit their local Ford dealer on Monday
April1st to place their order. Deposits of 5% will be accepted and a production
order tag number will be issued. Customers can expect the new 2014 Shelby Cobra to
arrive in dealerships by December 2013, and expect an initial MSRP of just
$135,000
PRESS RELEASE
Detroit, Michigan, USA – In a statement released today by Ford Motor
Company,
Vice President of design and chief creative officer J Mays announced that
beginning in October 2013 The Ford Motor company will re-introduce an
updated model of the iconic 427 Shelby Cobra.
Since the early 1960s through the end of their production in 1967, the
Shelby Cobra has represented the pinnacle of high performance American sports cars.
In honor of the passing of longtime legendary car designer Carroll Shelby, Ford
will be producing a faithful update to the original “Corvette-beater”.
The new super lightweight, 2-passenger, open-top roadster will boast a 1100
horsepower supercharged 5.8 liter engine, 7-speed transmission, advanced
computer controlled handling system, and Brembo brakes forward and aft, all
contained in a 90 inch wheelbase. Initial computer analysis and wind tunnel
data suggest that the top speed for the new roadster will easily exceed 200 MPH.
While many production details are still in process, Mays stated that all
engines will be produced at Ford’s Romeo Engine plant in Romeo, Michigan. The new
chassis will be produced and finished entirely at Ford’s Wixom, Michigan
plant. Production numbers will be limited to just 500 vehicles per year.
The new vehicles will be fully optioned with front and side impact air bags,
antilock brakes, high performance audio systems, air-conditioning, cruise
control, and Ford’s new advanced forward-looking lane sensing driver’s
assist.
Track enthusiasts will enjoy a three-position ride selection functionality
for a firmer and more stable on-track experience.
Potential customers are invited to visit their local Ford dealer on Monday
April1st to place their order. Deposits of 5% will be accepted and a production
order tag number will be issued. Customers can expect the new 2014 Shelby Cobra to
arrive in dealerships by December 2013, and expect an initial MSRP of just
$135,000
