BDR1624 Vehicle Information and History:
Completed in 2017 – Backdraft Build #1624
Odometer Reading (as of 07/26/2020): 1,870 miles
Titled in Georgia as “2017 Roadster Roadster”
Guardsman Blue with Wimbledon White Stripes / Gumball
- Engine: Ford 5.0L Gen II Coyote V8 (302 cid)
- Horsepower: 435 @ 6,500 rpm
- Torque: 400 lb-ft @ 4,250 rpm
- Compression Raito: 11 : 1
- Cylinder Bore: 3.63” (92.2mm)
- Cylinder Stroke: 3.65” (92.7mm)
- Valvetrain: Ti-VCT, DOHC, 32 valve
- Twin independent Variable Camshaft timing
- Dual Overhead Camshaft
- 4 Valves per cylinder
- Fuel System: Sequential multi-port fuel injection
- Transmission: Tremec T56 Magnum 6-speed
- Gear Ratios: 1st 2.66; 2nd 1.78; 3rd 1.30; 4th 1.00; 5th 0.80; 6th 0.63
- Torque Capacity: 700 lbs/ft
- Input Shaft – 26 Spline & Output Shaft – 31 Spline
- Suspension: BMW E36
- Front: Cast lower wishbones with a coil over strut.
- Rear: Full IRS system with 2 track control arms and 1 longitudinal arm
- Brakes: BMW E36
- Wheels / Tires: “Knock-off” Halibrand style wheels
- Front: 245/40/18
- Rear: 295/40/18
Options on this Backdraft RT3 Cobra:
- Powertrain:
- Ford 5.0L Gen II Coyote V8
- Tremec T56 Magnum 6-speed Transmission
- PA6 Fuel Pump
- Ceramic Sidepipes (Silver)
- Ceramic Headers
- Aluminum Gastank (Internal Pump)
- Aluminum Radiator & Shroud
- Interior:
- Autometer Classic Gauge Upgrade
- Glove Box
- Cam-Lock Seat Belts (Black)
- Chrome Fire Extinguisher
- Ridetech Billet Knobs (Wiper & Lights)
- Body:
- Paint Protection Film (Complete)
- Paint Protection Film (Door Tops Added)
- Rondels / Gumballs
- Exterior:
- Passenger Roll Bar
- Ray Dot mirrors (Driver & Passenger)
- Suspension:
- Power Steering Rack (w/ Coyote Engine Kit)
All Backdraft RT3 Cobras include the following:
- Hand laid fiberglass body w/ strategic reinforcing
- Genuine leather seats
- 2”x4” rectangular steel ladder style frame with front crush zone
- Base coat, clear coat painted finish
- Premium carpeting w/ bound edges for trunk and cockpit
- Overlay carpets for drivers and passenger side
- 18” Halibrand style wheels
- 7 gauges with all necessary sender units
- Aluminum radiator with thermostatically controlled electric fan mounted w/ shroud
- Cooling lines and radiator overflow tank finished in polished stainless steel
- Battery isolator switch (red key)
- Le Mans style fuel filler w/ a locking cap
- Stainless steel roll bar w/ rubber grommets and trim mounted to the frame
- Stainless steel quick jacks
- BMW sourced power disc brakes
- Stainless steel engine compartment panels (cladding)
- Clutch master cylinder
- Wind wings and sun visors
- Windshield wipers
- Gear shift ring and boot
- Full independent rear suspension
- BMW sourced front suspension with coil over front struts
- BMW sourced independent rear suspension with fully adjustable coil over dampers
- 12 volt Battery
- Fuel and brake lines fitted
- Aluminum park brake lever
- Hood and trunk locks
- Complete wiring harness with electrical box
- Drivers side seat adjustment
Additional Information about Backdraft Racing:
The Backdraft RT3 is not a kit. It is a factory built tribute to the iconic Shelby Cobra.
Backdraft Racing, Inc was founded in January of 2001 by 2 world champion auto racers, Tony Marten and Reg Dodd. The company has evolved considerably over the past few years to establish itself as one of the industry leaders in producing turn key minus drivetrain cars. Backdraft Roadsters are built in the Backdraft Racing 53,000 sq/ft state-of-the-art facility.
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