Formed in 2001, Backdraft Racing has made a name for itself as one of the foremost Shelby Cobra replica builders, offering hand-built kit cars with extensive options for personalization. Constructed in 2009, this RT3 Roadster comes finished in Monterey Red over black upholstery and equips a 347ci V8 Stroker engine and 5-speed manual transmission. Showing less than 4k miles on the odometer, this one-owner example is now being offered for auction out of New York while being stored inside a climate-controlled garage.
Backdraft Racing Cobras use a rectangular steel ladder-style frame with a front crush zone and a hand-laid reinforced fiberglass body. This example is finished in Monterey Red bisected by dual silver-painted racing stripes. It rides on silver-finished wheels dressed in new Michelin tires. Details include chrome trim, a vented hood, vented fenders with 427 Backdraft, badging, a driver’s side rollbar, Raydot windscreen-mounted mirrors, and side exhaust pipes. Additional images are provided in the gallery along with a clean CARFAX report.
The cabin presents black upholstery. Equipment includes bucket seats, 4-point racing harnesses, side door storage pockets, a three-spoke steering wheel with a Backdraft Racing horn button, and VDO instrumentation.
Power is provided by a TMD Ford 347ci V8 Stroker engine generating as much as 450 HP and 400 lb.-ft of torque to the rear wheels through a Tremec World Class T-5 5-speed manual transmission. Performance features include aluminum heads, a Canton aluminum oil pan, upgraded front control arm bushings,
This sale will include a clean title, owner’s manuals, a car cover, and sales literature.
The seller would like you to know: “I am the original owner of this beautiful Cobra. I only went to car shows with it. It’s never seen rain. Always garage kept in a heated garage. Change the oil twice a year with a factory oil filter. So, you can gauge the amount that I use this. I basically filled up the fuel tank once a year before putting it away for the winter.”
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Coming down to the last half hour. You would not be disappointed in this cobra sitting in your driveway.
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Yes, it’s independent rear suspension. That’s why these cars handle so good. I believe the rear is a 3.46 ratio, but I’m not 100% sure on that.
is it independent rear? what is the rear ratio?
Hey Artdecko,
The rims are a one piece cast rim.
Yes, the pistons are forged.
Compression is 10.1
Curb weight is approximately 2400 lbs
Yes, it has 4-wheel disc brakes. Backdraft Cobra use BMW E36 suspension, rearend and brakes.
MSD Box has a rev limiter chip in it. The cobra came with a 6500 RPM chip in it.
The seats are upholstered in leather on the front and vinyl on the rear of the seat.
Carroll Shelby would smile!
Just a few questions: are the wheels forged, by the Pistons forged, what is the compression as built, what is the curb weight, 4-wheel disc brakes and brand, engine redline, any leather inside?
thank you
Hey Kearnsics,
A power steering rack and pump is available for this cobra. The power steering rack from Backdraft Parts is $1450.00 and the pump is $850.00 plus labor.
Good day what do you think would cost to put in power steering? I see you have power brakes but I’m interested in power steering thank you for prompt answer.
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Hello and Welcome to my 1965 Backdraft Cobra Auction. Any questions feel free to ask and good luck bidding!!!
I will be answering any questions as quickly as possible.
That is correct, it is an RT3. It does have power brakes. It does not have power steering. Thanks for the question.
Checking specs. RT3, correct? Does it have power steering or power brakes? Thanks in advance.