Superformance Cobra Replica Review

Superformance was founded as “Superformance International Inc.” by Hi-Tech Automotive Ltd. in 1996 and is currently the only firm licensed by Carroll Shelby Licensing, Inc. to build reproductions of the Cobra and the Shelby Cobra continuation models. They have a number of different versions available:

• MKII 289 Slab Side

• MKII 289 FIA

• MKIII 427 S/C

• MKIII 427 Roadster

• MKIII-CS 427 (Custom Series)

Each rolling chassis comes completely assembled and painted, less engine and transmission.

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How Much Does a Superformance MKIII Cost?

The retail price for a Superformance MKIII rolling chassis, drivetrain and dealer options is a number that has a tenancy to fluctuate.  To best answer the question of “How much does a Superformance MKIII cost?” we have provided a few examples of current replacement cost and option detail:

For example, the current replacement cost for SP03048 – (pictured above) in December 2019 would be:

Superformance MKIII Current Replacement Cost and Options Detail:

• Superformance MKIII Rolling Chassis: $54,950
• Viper Steel Grey Twin Stripes: $895
• Soft Top with Side Windows: $1,475
• Tonneau Cover: $725
• Glove Box: $550
• Clear Bra on Rear Fenders: $350
• Nose, Trunk, and Steering Wheel Cobra Badges: $250 (Installed)
• Jordan Track Shifter and Fire Extinguisher: $475 (Installed)
• Cobra Valley R/T Ball Joints, QA1 Suspension, Shock Mounts, and Sway Bars: $3,500 (Installed)
• Roadster Bumpers: $1,295
• Dealer Preparation and Destination: $1,000

Total Cost for Superformance Rolling Chassis with Options: $65,465

Ford V8 Drivetrain Replacement Cost and Options Detail:

• Coyote 5.0L V8 with ECU and Engine Cover 450HP: $11,000
• Tremec TKO 5 Speed Manual: $3,195
• Installation including parts and labor from V’s Performance: $11,000
• Custom Exhaust for Roadster Application: $3,500

Total Cost for Ford V8 Drivetrain and Installation: $28,695

Total Replacement Cost for SP03048 Superformance MKIII if Built Brand New: $94,160

Superformance Cobras do an amazing job of retaining value.  In fact, SP03048 was available for sale in December 2019 from Hillbank USA for $78,950.  That means after 5+ years and 9,000 miles on the odometer, this Superformance MKIII Cobra retains approximately 84% of the current replacement cost.

Current Inventory of Superformance Cobras for Sale (Dealers):

• Hillbank USA – Current Cobra Inventory (California & Arizona)
• Crown Concepts – Current Superformance Inventory (Arizona)
• Cobra Performance – Current Inventory (Pennsylvania)
• Mosing Motorcars – Current Superformance Inventory (Texas)
• Time Machines Motorsports – Current Superformance Inventory (New York)
• MMG Motorsports – Current Superformance Inventory (Ohio)
• Dynamic Auto West – Current Superformance Inventory (California)
• Vintage Planet – Current Superformance Inventory (Tennessee)
• Gear One Performance – Current Superformance Inventory (Pennsylvania)
• Gulf Coast Motorworks – Current Superformance Inventory (Florida)

Current Inventory of Superformance Cobras for Sale (Classifieds):

• Superformance Cobras for Sale on Hemmings (International)
• Superformance Cobras for Sale on Cobra Country (International)
• Superformance Cobras for Sale on Autotrader Classics (United States)
• Superformance Cobras for Sale on ebay (International)
• Superformance Cobras for Sale on CarsForSale (United States)
• Superformance Cobras for Sale on CarGurus (United States)

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MKII 289 Slab Side

The MKII Slab Side is a sanctioned continuation of the original Shelby Cobra 289 that first appeared in 1962. The power from a 289 is considered a sweet spot and very useable. This authentic design is a proven race winner and demands respect. Loyal to the original lines and proper nostalgic characteristics of the 1962 American race winning Cobra FIA, this car is a perfect mate for heart-racing 289 motor and a more modern Tremec TKO transmission. A gentelmen’s car pure in every detail without screaming track car, but sounding and handling like one.

Unlike most competitors, the MKII Slab Side is built on the successful Tojeiro-styled round tube chassis and features an authentic transverse leaf spring suspension to give owners an exceptionally authentic driving experience. Through our exclusive agreement with Carroll Shelby, the MKII Slab Side is the latest licensed Shelby product in the Superformance lineup.

Superformance MKII 289 Slab Side Standard Equipment:

• Show quality two-stage paint finishes
• Hand laminated fiberglass body with reinforcing inserts
• Heavy duty TIG welded 3″ Tojeiro style frame chassis
• Transverse leaf spring style suspension
• Salisbury limited slip differential
• Willwood® front and rear disc brakes with double master cylinders
• Original style Dayton wire wheels with 15” tires
• Original style shifter and hand brake lever
• Black carpeted interior
• Sun visors and wind wings
• Original style latch-lock seat belts
• Moto – Lita wooden steering wheel
• Original style fuel filler
• Aluminum hi-performance radiator, shroud and fan
• Stainless steel fuel tank, 14 gallon
• Original style gauges (Stewart Warner) and switches

Superformance MKII 289 Slab Side Dealer Installed Options:

• Exhaust and headers to accommodate Ford based V8 engine
• Soft top and side curtains
• Tonneau cover
• Side and rear view mirrors
• Leather seating surfaces (drivers and passanger adjusts)
• Harrison expansion over flow tank
• Differential oil cooler
• Auxiliary Racing tank
• Stainless steel quick lifts
• Door map pockets
• Fuel transfer valve

Superformance MKII 289 Slab Side Vehicle Images (Black):

Superformance MKII 289 Slab Side Dimensions and Capacities:

• Wheelbase: 90″
• Length: 151.5″
• Height (Top of screen): 45″
• Width (Overall): 72″
• Track Front: 53″
• Track Rear: 53″
• Fuel Tank: 14 gal.
• Front Wheels: 15″ Dayton 70 spoke knock off
• Rear Wheels: 15″ Dayton 70 spoke knock off
• Tires-Front 205/70 R15
• Tires-Rear 205/70 R15
• ZF Limited slip differential, ratio 3:46:1
• Salisbury differential, ratio 3:54:1
• Chassis: Round Tube
• Body: Fiberglass with steel tube reinforcements
• Body Reinforcements: Beneath doors, hood and trunk
• Front Suspension: Transverse leaf spring, Spax adjustable shocks
• Rear Suspension: Transverse leaf spring, Spax adjustable shocks
• Steering: Rack and pinion
• Pedal Box: ¾ clutch master cylinder, 2x ¾ brake master cylinders with balance bar
• Front Brakes: Wilwood 4 pot dynalite
• Rear Brakes: Wilwood 2 pot with handbrake incorporated
• Exhaust system: Twin pipe rear exit
• Instrumentation: Stewart Warner
• Interior: Motolita steering wheel, leather/vinyl seats
• Weather: Optional soft top, side screens and tonneau cover
• Recommended engine & transmission: Ford 289/302 based with TKO 600

Superformance MKII 289 Slab Side Chassis:

The Chassis is the original John Tojero designed 3” tubular rail ladder with cross-member. This chassis is reproduced using drawings obtained from AC cars and also implements the necessary changes to utilize rack and pinion steering . The 3” tubes are tig and mig welded to guarantee a safer and stronger chassis. This is much stronger than the arc and gas welded originals. Pain staking efforts were made to reproduce the chassis as close to an original as possible while incorporating a few modern improvements, like inserting a 3″ square tube through the main rails to prevent flexing. Building the cars with a meticulous eye on authenticity took time, but this resulted in a superior driving experience.

Superformance MKII 289 Slab Side Body:

The Superformance MKII roadster bodywork replicates the later of the 289`s which incorporated modifications to fender flares that will accommodate the slightly wider tires fitted onto chrome wire wheels. One of the improvements made by Hi tech was that the footwells were tweaked so that the taller North Americans can now sit comfortably.

Superformance bodies are available in fourteen standard colors with or without striping:

• Wimbledon White
• Light Silver
• Titanium Silver
• Dark Silver
• Yellow
• Monza Red
• Sunset Red
• Malachite Green
• British Racing Green
• Indigo Blue
• Royal Blue
• Portofino Blue
• Galaxy Blue
• Black

Striping can be any of the standard colors and is painted as the first coat color on the body creating a smooth finish. Stripes are an added option.

Superformance MKII 289 Slab Side Front & Rear Suspension:

To compliment an original chassis you need to follow the same rules when it comes to the suspension. It had to be period correct, or as close as possible. The original slab side had a transverse leaf spring style suspension which requires different length springs to change camber settings we decided to use heim joints which were used on some of the original competition cars.

Another change with regards to safety was to add an additional pick-up point to the chassis to increase the shear strength of the bolt passing through the lower control arm rose joint or poly-bushed rod end. The original springs were made of thinner steel than that available today. In an effort to keep compression rate the same, this car comes with one blade less and “free camber” was changed to keep the ride heights equal from front to rear. This insistence on authenticity means that owners of a Superformance MKII Roadster will have virtually the same driving experience as the original.

Superformance MKII 289 Slab Side Engine and Transmission:

An Original would have probably been a 289 with a B.W T10. Today, the recommendation would be a 289/302 based engine with a more modern Tremec TKO or similar transmission.

Superformance MKII 289 Slab Side Interior:

Attention to small details like the replication of the glove box knob and the correct use of gauges make this car stand out from the others. A side screen pocket is fitted behind the seats on the rear bulkhead and door map pockets are also incorporated in the doors. Lush carpeting finishes off the cabin for a comfortable feel on the road.

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MKII 289 FIA

Designed to emulate the great Cobra 289 race cars from that nostalgic golden era of racing in the 1960s. The MKII FIA is the 1st licensed continuation of the original AC-derived 289 Cobra that first appeared in 1962 winning 5 races. Loyal to the original lines and proper nostalgic characteristics of the original 1962 Cobra FIA, this car is built for the heart-racing 289 motor and a more modern Tremec TKO transmission. The MKII FIA can be tracked or street driven.

Unlike most competitors, the MKII FIA is built on the successful Tojeiro-styled round tube chassis and features an authentic transverse leaf spring suspension to give owners an exceptionally authentic driving experience. The MKII FIA is a licensed “Shelby” through Superformance’s exclusive agreement with Shelby American.

What does “FIA” Mean?

The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA; English: International Automobile Federation) is an association established on June 20, 1904 to represent the interests of motoring organizations and motor car users. To the general public, the FIA is mostly known as the governing body for many auto racing events.

Superformance MKII 289 FIA Standard Equipment:

• Show quality two-stage paint finishes
• Hand laminated fiberglass body with reinforcing inserts
• Heavy duty TIG welded 3″ Tojeiro style frame chassis
• Transverse leaf spring style suspension
• Salisbury limited slip differential
• Willwood® front and rear disc brakes with double master cylinders
• Aluminum 6 pin drive FIA style wheels (Knock – off) with 15” tires
• Original style shifter and hand brake lever
• Aluminum interior, trunk and engine compartment
• Sun Visors and wind wings
• Original style latch-lock seat belts
• Moto – Lita wooden steering wheel
• Monza style filler
• Aluminum hi-performance radiator, shroud and fan
• Original style gauges (Stewart Warner) and switches
• Stainless steel fuel tank 14 gallon
• Stainless steel roll bar, chassis mounted

Superformance MKII 289 FIA Dealer Installed Options:

• FIA spec dashboard
• FIA spec trunk with dimples
• Transverse nose stripe
• Soft top and side curtains
• Tonneau cover
• Side and rear view mirrors
• Leather seating surfaces (drivers and passanger adjusts)
• Ken Miles exhausts system side pipes (ceramic coating extra)
• Fuel cap wind deflector
• Harrison expansion over flow tank
• Differential oil cooler
• Auxiliary Racing tank
• Stainless steel quick lifts
• Black cockpit carpets fitted
• Door map pockets
• Fuel transfer valve
• White painted wheels
• Oil cooler and braided lines
• Side pipes and headers to accommodate Ford based V8 engine

Superformance MKII 289 FIA Vehicle Images (Black/Yellow):

Superformance MKII 289 FIA Dimensions and Capacities:

• Wheelbase: 90″
• Length: 151.5″
• Height (Top of screen): 45″
• Width (Overall): 72″
• Track Front: 53″
• Track Rear: 53″
• Fuel Tank: 14 gal.
• Front Wheels: 15″ Dayton 70 spoke knock off
• Rear Wheels: 15″ Dayton 70 spoke knock off
• Tires-Front 205/70 R15
• Tires-Rear 205/70 R15
• ZF Limited slip differential, ratio 3:46:1
• Salisbury differential, ratio 3:54:1
• Chassis: Round Tube
• Body: Fiberglass with steel tube reinforcements
• Body Reinforcements: Beneath doors, hood and trunk
• Front Suspension: Transverse leaf spring, Spax adjustable shocks
• Rear Suspension: Transverse leaf spring, Spax adjustable shocks
• Steering: Rack and pinion
• Pedal Box: ¾ clutch master cylinder, 2x ¾ brake master cylinders with balance bar
• Front Brakes: Wilwood 4 pot dynalite
• Rear Brakes: Wilwood 2 pot with handbrake incorporated
• Exhaust system: Twin pipe rear exit
• Instrumentation: Stewart Warner
• Interior: Motolita steering wheel, leather/vinyl seats
• Weather: Optional soft top, side screens and tonneau cover
• Recommended engine & transmission: Ford 289/302 based with TKO 600

Superformance MKII 289 FIA Design:

Based on the FIA and USRRC endurance racers, the Superformance MKII FIA has many unique features. Just as the originals saw modifications to the AC Ace platform to improve them for racing, the Superformance MKII FIA gets a series of changes to differentiate it from lesser Cobras.

Superformance MKII 289 FIA Chassis:

To truly replicate the cornering feeling felt by the racers of the day, the chassis had to be as close to the original as possible. Unlike other manufacturers, the engineers of the Superformance MKII FIA have resisted the urge to make the ride “better” by fitting a reinforced chassis or unequal length control arms with coil-over shocks. Instead, only small functional changes were made for safety or practicality purposes. In fact, the original AC drawings of the chassis, springs, shocks and body dimensions were used to form the necessary jigs.

The 3” pipes have been tig and mig welded with computer assistance to guarantee a safer and stronger chassis than the arc and gas welded originals. The chassis is just about as close to the original as possible in this modern day. Building the cars with a meticulous eye on authenticity took time, but in the end, we feel that effort pays off in a superior driving experience for customers.

Superformance MKII 289 FIA Body:

The Superformance MKII roadster bodywork replicates the later of the 289`s which incorporated modifications to fender flares that will accommodate the slightly wider tires fitted onto chrome wire wheels. One of the improvements made by Hi tech was that the footwells were tweaked so that the taller North Americans can now sit comfortably.

Superformance bodies are available in fourteen standard colors with or without striping:

• Wimbledon White
• Light Silver
• Titanium Silver
• Dark Silver
• Yellow
• Monza Red
• Sunset Red
• Malachite Green
• British Racing Green
• Indigo Blue
• Royal Blue
• Portofino Blue
• Galaxy Blue
• Black

Striping can be any of the standard colors and is painted as the first coat color on the body creating a smooth finish. Stripes are an added option.

Superformance MKII 289 FIA Front & Rear Suspension:

Just like with the chassis, the same rule applied with the suspension development – it had to be period correct, or as close to it as possible. While the original used a transverse leaf spring style suspension, that arrangement requires different length springs to change camber settings. Because of that, the decision was made to go with heim joints, just like some of the original competition cars used. In fact, two options are offered here – The first being rose joints and the second being adjustable rod ends with poly bushings for a slightly less harsh ride.

Another change for safety was to add an additional pick-up point to the chassis in order to increase the shear strength of the bolt passing through the lower control arm rose joint or poly-bushed rod end. The original springs were made of thinner steel than that available today, so the engineers milled the modern units to the correct size and thickness. This insistence on authenticity means that owners of a Superformance MKII FIA will have virtually the same driving experience as those original racers from the ’60s.

Superformance MKII 289 FIA Engine and Transmission:

Under the hood of the originals resided a race 260 or 289 equipped with Webers. Only the first 75 cars were fitted with the 260 before the switch to the 289. The FIA cars also featured a Harrison radiator expansion tank (sourced from a 1963 Corvette) that was fitted above the transverse spring, and side exhausts that exited at the rear of the doors.

Superformance MKII 289 FIA Interior:

The FIA dash was altered by leveling the two shorter elements on either side of the center stack. This allowed the steering column to be dropped to give a more comfortable racing position as well as making enough space for the 3-3/8″ Stewart Warner tachometer to fit above it. In this position it was more visible to the driver. The rest of the instruments were replaced by the larger 2-5/8″ gauges and arranged differently on the dash. The speedometer, for instance, has been relegated to the passenger side. The bottom of the dash also features an upturned lip for strengthening, which also helps cure cowl shake. Strangely the grab handle remained, possibly to meet the FIA production regulations.

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MKIII 427 S/C

Superformance MKIII 427 S/C Standard Equipment

• Show quality two-stage paint finishes
• Hand laminated fiberglass body with reinforcing inserts
• Heavy duty TIG welded ladder frame chassis with crumple zones
• Fully independent front and rear suspension
• Limited slip differential
• Willwood® power-assisted vented disc brakes (4-pot calipers front, single-pot calipers rear)
• Custom crafted coil-over shocks
• Aluminum pin drive “Halibrand” style wheels (knock – offs) with 15” tires
• Side and rear view mirrors
• Original style pedals, catches and fittings
• Original style shifter and hand brake lever
• Carpeted interior and trunk, aluminum finished firewall
• Sun visors and wind wings
• Wipers & washer, heater/defogger
• Leather seating surfaces (drivers adjusts)
• Original style latch-lock seat belts
• Moto – Lita wooden steering wheel
• Monza style filler. (locking gas cap)
• Aluminum, single core hi-performance radiator, shroud and dual fans
• Oil cooler and braided lines
• Stainless steel fuel tank 17 gallons (pressure tested)
• Original style side pipes and headers to accommodate Ford based V8 engine
• Original style gauges (Smith) and switches (Lucas) reverse 180mph speedometer
• Stainless steel roll bar, chassis mounted

Superformance MKIII 427 S/C Dealer Installed Options:

• Tonneau cover
• Soft top and side screens
• Roadster bumpers
• Glove box
• Clear bra on rear fenders
• Nose, trunk, and steering wheel badge
• Jordan track shifter and fire extinguisher
• Cobra Valley R/T ball joints, QA1 suspension, shock mounts, and sway bars

Superformance MKIII 427 S/C Vehicle Images (Guardsman Blue):

Superformance MKIII 427 S/C Dimensions and Capacities:

• Wheelbase: 90″
• Length: 152″
• Height (Top of screen): 48″
• Width (Overall): 69″
• Track Front: 54″
• Track Rear: 57″
• Fuel Tank: 17 gal.
• Front Wheels: 15″ x 8J
• Rear Wheels: 15″ x 10J
• Tires-Front 255/60 R15
• Tires-Rear 275/60 R15
• ZF Limited slip differential. Ratio 3:45:1
• Empty Weight: 1,840 lbs.
• 351 Motor 2,485 lbs.
• 427 Motor 2,590 lbs.
• 460 Motor 2,660 lbs.

Superformance MKIII 427 S/C Chassis:

Jig-Welded parallel ladder frame of heavy wall 2″ x 4″ rectangular steel tubing with large diameter outriggers. Frame incorporates front and rear crumple zones. Door hinge, steering column and windshield pickup-points incorporated onto main chassis.

Superformance MKIII 427 S/C Body:

Hand laid fiberglass panels with steel tube reinforcements in all openings. Where the body points carry loads, they are reinforce with steel bars or panels. Body bonded to chassis and is completely non-stressed. Supplied painted in base coat and clear coat urethane finish. Body in aluminum optionally available.

Superformance MKIII bodies are available in fourteen standard colors with or without striping:

• Wimbledon White
• Light Silver
• Titanium Silver
• Dark Silver
• Yellow
• Monza Red
• Sunset Red
• Malachite Green
• British Racing Green
• Indigo Blue
• Royal Blue
• Portofino Blue
• Galaxy Blue
• Black

Striping can be any of the standard colors and is painted as the first coat color on the body creating a smooth finish. Stripes are an added option.

Superformance MKIII 427 S/C Vehicle Images (Indigo Blue):

Superformance MKIII 427 S/C Front & Rear Suspension:

The front sports a fully independent unequal length A-arms with adjustable coils over telescopic shock absorbers, while the rear is also independent unequal length A-arms, with fabricated hub carriers and coil over shock absorbers.

Superformance MKIII 427 S/C Steering:

Rack and pinion. Original style steering wheel.

Superformance MKIII 427 S/C Pedal Box:

Fabricated steel plate pedal box assembly with adjustable pedal pads. Incorporates brake booster and master cylinder assembly with hydraulic clutch actuation.

Superformance MKIII 427 S/C Brakes:

Front: Ventilated disc with 4-pot calipers.
Rear: Ventilated disc. Cable-operated hand brake actuates rear brakes.

Superformance MKIII 427 S/C Engine and Transmission:

Installation kits are available for Ford 302, 351, 460 and 427/428 cubic inch engines with Tremec 5-speed or Ford top loader 4-speed transmissions. ZF Limited slip differential. Ratio 3:45:1 as standard equipment.

Superformance MKIII 427 S/C Exhaust System:

Side-mounted exhausts to original specifications.

Superformance MKIII 427 S/C Instrumentation / Controls:

Original style instruments specially manufactured by Smiths of England, fitted to original S/C and Roadster lay-outs. Hand crafted shifter and handbrake.

Superformance MKIII 427 S/C Interior:

Hand made seats upholstered in German specification automotive leather. Fully carpeted floor, center console, sides and rear firewall. Slide adjusters for driver’s seat. Tonneau cover and soft top supplied as optional equipment. Hard top optionally available.

Superformance MKIII 427 S/C Wheels:

Aluminum, pin drive “Halibrand” style wheels.

Superformance MKIII 427 S/C Miscellaneous:

Latest technology single row high performance aluminum core radiator with 2 thermostatically-controlled electric fans; original specification oil cooler; hand fabricated stainless steel engine louvers; heater unit with 2 speed fan; original style wiper assembly with 2 speeds and 140 degree wiper arc; hand fabricated windshield assembly to original specification, chrome plated.

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MKIII 427 Roadster

Superformance MKIII 427 Roadster Standard Equipment

• Show quality two-stage paint finishes
• Hand laminated fiberglass body with reinforcing inserts
• Heavy duty TIG welded ladder frame chassis with crumple zones
• Fully independent front and rear suspension
• Limited slip differential
• Willwood® power-assisted vented disc brakes (4-pot calipers front, single-pot calipers rear)
• Custom crafted coil-over shocks
• Aluminum pin drive “Halibrand” style wheels (knock – offs) with 15” tires
• Side and rear view mirrors
• Original style pedals, catches and fittings
• Original style shifter and hand brake lever
• Carpeted interior and trunk, aluminum finished firewall
• Sun visors and wind wings
• Wipers & washer, heater/defogger
• Leather seating surfaces (drivers adjusts)
• Original style latch-lock seat belts
• Monza style filler. (locking gas cap)
• Aluminum, single core hi-performance radiator, shroud and dual fans
• Stainless steel fuel tank 17 gallons (pressure tested)
• Full roadster bumpers
• 14″ leather steering wheel
• Hood scoop delete
• Glove box included
• Ashtray included
• Standard speedometer
• Under carriage exhaust
• Roll bar delete

Superformance MKIII 427 Roadster Dealer Installed Options:

• Optional tonneau cover
• Optional soft top and side screens

Superformance MKIII 427 Roadster Vehicle Images (Titanium Silver):

Superformance MKIII 427 Roadster Dimensions and Capacities:

• Wheelbase: 90″
• Length: 152″
• Height (Top of screen): 48″
• Width (Overall): 69″
• Track Front: 54″
• Track Rear: 57″
• Fuel Tank: 17 gal.
• Front Wheels: 15″ x 8J
• Rear Wheels: 15″ x 10J
• Tires-Front 255/60 R15
• Tires-Rear 275/60 R15
• ZF Limited slip differential. Ratio 3:45:1
• Empty Weight: 1,840 lbs.
• 351 Motor 2,485 lbs.
• 427 Motor 2,590 lbs.
• 460 Motor 2,660 lbs.

Superformance MKIII 427 Roadster Chassis:

Jig-Welded parallel ladder frame of heavy wall 2″ x 4″ rectangular steel tubing with large diameter outriggers. Frame incorporates front and rear crumple zones. Door hinge, steering column and windshield pickup-points incorporated onto main chassis.

Superformance MKIII 427 Roadster Body:

Hand laid fiberglass panels with steel tube reinforcements in all openings. Where the body points carry loads, they are reinforce with steel bars or panels. Body bonded to chassis and is completely non-stressed. Supplied painted in base coat and clear coat urethane finish. Body in aluminum optionally available.

Superformance MKIII bodies are available in fourteen standard colors with or without striping:

• Wimbledon White
• Light Silver
• Titanium Silver
• Dark Silver
• Yellow
• Monza Red
• Sunset Red
• Malachite Green
• British Racing Green
• Indigo Blue
• Royal Blue
• Portofino Blue
• Galaxy Blue
• Black

Striping can be any of the standard colors and is painted as the first coat color on the body creating a smooth finish. Stripes are an added option.

Superformance MKIII 427 Roadster Vehicle Images (Black):

Superformance MKIII 427 Roadster Front & Rear Suspension:

The front sports a fully independent unequal length A-arms with adjustable coils over telescopic shock absorbers, while the rear is also independent unequal length A-arms, with fabricated hub carriers and coil over shock absorbers.

Superformance MKIII 427 Roadster Steering:

Rack and pinion. Original style steering wheel.

Superformance MKIII 427 Roadster Pedal Box:

Fabricated steel plate pedal box assembly with adjustable pedal pads. Incorporates brake booster and master cylinder assembly with hydraulic clutch actuation.

Superformance MKIII 427 Roadster Brakes:

Front: Ventilated disc with 4-pot calipers.
Rear: Ventilated disc. Cable-operated hand brake actuates rear brakes.

Superformance MKIII 427 Roadster Engine and Transmission:

Installation kits are available for Ford 302, 351, 460 and 427/428 cubic inch engines with Tremec 5-speed or Ford top loader 4-speed transmissions. ZF Limited slip differential. Ratio 3:45:1 as standard equipment.

Superformance MKIII 427 Roadster Vehicle Images (Malachite Green):

Superformance MKIII 427 Roadster Exhaust System:

Custom made muffler and tailpipes with stainless extensions.

Superformance MKIII 427 Roadster Instrumentation / Controls:

Original style instruments specially manufactured by Smiths of England, fitted to original Roadster lay-outs. Hand crafted shifter and handbrake.

Superformance MKIII 427 Roadster Interior:

Hand made seats upholstered in German specification automotive leather. Fully carpeted floor, center console, sides and rear firewall. Slide adjusters for driver’s seat. Tonneau cover and soft top supplied as optional equipment. Hard top optionally available.

Superformance MKIII 427 Roadster Wheels:

Aluminum, pin drive “Halibrand” style wheels.

Superformance MKIII 427 Roadster Miscellaneous:

Latest technology single row high performance aluminum core radiator with 2 thermostatically-controlled electric fans; original specification oil cooler; hand fabricated stainless steel engine louvers; heater unit with 2 speed fan; original style wiper assembly with 2 speeds and 140 degree wiper arc; hand fabricated windshield assembly to original specification, chrome plated.

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MKIII-CS 427 (Custom Series)

Superformance MKIII-CS 427 Standard Equipment

• Show quality two-stage paint finishes
• Hand laminated fiberglass body with reinforcing inserts
• Heavy duty TIG welded ladder frame chassis with crumple zones
• Fully independent front and rear suspension
• Limited slip differential
• Willwood® power-assisted vented disc brakes (4-pot calipers front, single-pot calipers rear)
• Custom crafted coil-over shocks
• Aluminum pin drive “Halibrand” style wheels (knock – offs) with 15” tires
• Side and rear view mirrors
• Original style pedals, catches and fittings
• Original style shifter and hand brake lever
• Carpeted interior and trunk, aluminum finished firewall
• Sun visors and wind wings
• Wipers & vasher, heater/defogger
• Leather seating surfaces (drivers adjusts)
• Original style latch-lock seat belts
• Moto – Lita wooden steering wheel
• Monza style filler (locking gas cap)
• Aluminum, single core hi-performance radiator, shroud and dual fans
• Oil cooler and braided lines
• Stainless steel fuel tank 17 gallons (pressure tested)
• Original style side pipes and headers to accommodate Ford based V8 engine
• Original style gauges (Smith) and switches (Lucas) reverse 180mph speedometer
• Stainless steel roll bar, chassis mounted

Superformance MKIII-CS 427 Dealer Installed Options:

• Original style side pipes and headers to accommodate Ford based V8 engine (custom dark silver coating)
• American Racing 18″ pin drive wheels
• Custom “Wilwood Big Brake Upgrade” brakes
• Cobra seats with custom embroidery
• Custom Roush Floor mats and Wind Wings
• Roush emblems and shifter knob
• Custom sway bars
• Tri-Pold Head Lights
• Tonneau cover
• Soft top and side screens

Superformance MKIII-CS 427 Vehicle Images (Dark Silver):

Superformance MKIII-CS 427 Dimensions and Capacities:

• Wheelbase: 90″
• Length: 152″
• Height (Top of screen): 48″
• Width (Overall): 69″
• Track Front: 54″
• Track Rear: 57″
• Fuel Tank: 17 gal.
• Front Wheels: 15″ x 8J
• Rear Wheels: 15″ x 10J
• Tires-Front 255/60 R15
• Tires-Rear 275/60 R15
• ZF Limited slip differential. Ratio 3:45:1
• Empty Weight: 1,840 lbs.
• 351 Motor 2,485 lbs.
• 427 Motor 2,590 lbs.
• 460 Motor 2,660 lbs.

Superformance MKIII-CS 427 Chassis:

Jig-Welded parallel ladder frame of heavy wall 2″ x 4″ rectangular steel tubing with large diameter outriggers. Frame incorporates front and rear crumple zones. Door hinge, steering column and windshield pickup-points incorporated onto main chassis.

Superformance MKIII-CS 427 Body:

Hand laid fiberglass panels with steel tube reinforcements in all openings. Where the body points carry loads, they are reinforce with steel bars or panels. Body bonded to chassis and is completely non-stressed. Supplied painted in base coat and clear coat urethane finish. Body in aluminum optionally available.

Superformance MKIII bodies are available in fourteen standard colors with or without striping:

• Wimbledon White
• Light Silver
• Titanium Silver
• Dark Silver
• Yellow
• Monza Red
• Sunset Red
• Malachite Green
• British Racing Green
• Indigo Blue
• Royal Blue
• Portofino Blue
• Galaxy Blue
• Black

Striping can be any of the standard colors and is painted as the first coat color on the body creating a smooth finish. Stripes are an added option.

Superformance MKIII-CS 427 Front & Rear Suspension:

The front sports a fully independent unequal length A-arms with adjustable Bilstein coils over telescopic shock absorbers, while the rear is also independent unequal length A-arms, with fabricated hub carriers and coil over shock absorbers.

Superformance MKIII-CS 427 Steering:

Rack and pinion. Original style steering wheel.

Superformance MKIII-CS 427 Pedal Box:

Fabricated steel plate pedal box assembly with adjustable pedal pads. Incorporates brake booster and master cylinder assembly with hydraulic clutch actuation.

Superformance MKIII-CS 427 Brakes:

Front: Wilwood big-brakes. Ventilated disc with 4-pot calipers.
Rear: Ventilated disc. Cable-operated hand brake actuates rear brakes.

Superformance MKIII-CS 427 Engine and Transmission:

Installation kits are available for Ford 302, 351, 460 and 427/428 cubic inch engines with Tremec 5-speed or Ford top loader 4-speed transmissions. ZF Limited slip differential. Ratio 3:45:1 as standard equipment.

Superformance MKIII-CS 427 Exhaust System:

Side-mounted exhausts to original specifications.

Superformance MKIII-CS 427 Instrumentation / Controls:

Original style instruments specially manufactured by Smiths of England, fitted to original S/C lay-outs. Hand crafted shifter and handbrake.

Superformance MKIII-CS 427 Interior:

Hand made seats upholstered in German specification automotive leather. Fully carpeted floor, center console, sides and rear firewall. Slide adjusters for driver’s seat. Tonneau cover and soft top supplied as optional equipment. Hard top optionally available.

Superformance MKIII-CS 427 Wheels:

Aluminum, pin drive “Halibrand” style wheels.

Superformance MKIII-CS 427 Miscellaneous:

Latest technology single row high performance aluminum core radiator with 2 thermostatically-controlled electric fans; original specification oil cooler; hand fabricated stainless steel engine louvers; heater unit with 2 speed fan; original style wiper assembly with 2 speeds and 140 degree wiper arc; hand fabricated windshield assembly to original specification, chrome plated. This package comes standard with Roush racing parts including a nine-inch racing clutch to a Dana Hydra-Lok limited-slip differential fitted with 3.46:1 gears.

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Superformance Chassis and Suspension Images

The MkIII models are built on a box section ladder frame chassis.

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Superformance Chassis Numbers

The Superformance Cobra Chassis Number exists in one of these four formats:

1.) COB** or COB** – *** 5 or 8 character form: Used on cars up to 031

2.) AC9CSLK1000AM1*** 17 character form: Used on cars 032 through 577 and on cars 579, 580, 581, 582, 583, 584, 586. The 5th digit character is “S” for side pipes or “R” for rear exhaust – The 6th character is “L” for left hand drive or “R” for right hand drive

3.) SP*** 5 character form: Used on cars 578, 585, 587, 588, 589, 590.

4.) SP0**** 7 character form: Used on cars 591 and later. (PLEASE NOTE: the correct prefix is SP”zero” and not SP”oh”)

The asterisks (*) are the Car Number you are looking for that vary from car to car. Even if your VIN number fits this format, it may not be not be your chassis number. The only accurate way to determine the Superformance Chassis Number is as follows.

Locating the Superformance Cobra Chassis Number:

1.) The Chassis serial number is located on the VIN plate on top of the passenger foot well as viewed from the engine compartment. If you suspect the State removed it or replaced it with their own VIN…

A.) Open the hood. Look in from the driver’s side.

B.) Locate the upper front cross member. It is just in front of the engine. For reference, it typically has the remote oil filter mounted on it.

C.) On the top of the cross member about two inches from the left (driver’s side) upright, a number is stamped directly on the frame cross member. This is the Superformance Chassis Number. See above for determining your actual “car number.”

If you have a metal plate pop riveted in this location, your dealer has covered up the Superformance Chassis Number with you state VIN number. In this case, do not remove the VIN plate. Write “Covered by VIN plate” in the space for Superformance Chassis Number. In this case, it is particularly important that you verify the Car Number as indicated.

The chassis number is also stamped on the hood hinges. Check either hood hinge plate where it is bolted to the hood. The number is stamped into the hinge plate. It may be partially filled with paint and hard to read, but it can be read. The number may also be written in grease pencil in the hinge plate, but use the stamped number.

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Superformance Automotive Paint Formulas

Warning and Disclaimer: These formulas are to be used only by a professional automotive paint specialist with the capabilities to custom mix and match automotive paints. These formulas are representative of color standard for each color. As any paint professional knows, these colors may need to be tinted for an exact match. Spray technique plays an important role in matching metallic paints. Superformance and its Dealers accept no responsibility for the real or perceived correctness of these formulas. There are paint professionals capable of matching these colors and it is solely the responsibility of the vehicle owner to seek out a reputable painter.

Note: All paint formulas listed are in grams per liter, exactly as stated from the factory.

For Car Numbers 1 to 200: These cars were painted with Spies Hecker Paint.

The paint technology used to paint these cars is no longer available. If a car has to be repainted, it should be taken to a reputable paint specialist for color matching.

For Car Numbers 201 to 699: These cars were painted with Glasurit Paint: Paint grams per: Color Toner 1 Lt 3 Lt

Yellow:

• M40 1221.5 3664.5
• M60 1301.6 3904.8
• A135 1312.1 3936.3
• M96 1313.4 3940.2

Guardsman Blue:

• A531 345.2 1035.6
• A555 534.1 1602.3
• M99/13 681.8 2045.4
• M011 773.8 2321.4
• M99/11 840.9 2522.7
• A359 916.6 2749.8
• A926 930.0 2790.0

Gold:

• M99/12 500.9 1502.7 (Typically used M99/13 704.8 2114.4 for Stripes ONLY)
• A136 801.4 2404.2
• A335 877.5 2632.5
• M1 922.2 2766.6
• A143 930.0 2790.0

Malachite Green:

• 640 415.2 1245.6
• A926 649.8 1949.4
• A555 805.5 2416.5
• M99/12 898.9 2696.7
• A115 930.0 2790.0

Black:

• A926 100% 100%

Silver:

• M99/11 100% 100%

White:

• M25 100% 100% (Typically used for Stripes ONLY)

Red:

• A324 460.2 1380.6
• A352 870.7 2612.1
• A377 926.8 2780.4
• M25 930.0 2790.0

Portofino Blue:

• 54M99/12 380.1 1140.3
• 54M99/19 669.1 2007.3
• A531 806.1 2418.3
• A926 849.3 2547.9
• A427 861.5 2584.5
• A098 870.9 2612.7
• M1 930.0 2790.0

Royal Blue:

• 54A552 475.3 1425.9
• 69M505 806.0 2418.0
• 54A926 878.3 2634.9
• 54M1 930.0 2790.9

For Car Numbers 700 to Present: These cars were painted with PPG Paint: Paint grams per: Color Toner 2 Lt

Yellow:

• D705 2398.0
• D700 2574.4
• D708 2683.0
• D703 2685.8

Royal Blue:

• D763 724.0
• D754 1237.8
• D741 1630.2
• D755 1742.2
• D756 1847.2
• D759 1912.6

Gold:

• D770 1507.0
• D745 1670.8
• D743 1819.6
• D759 1886.6
• D740 1903.4
• D750 1912.8
• D753 1918.4

Malachite Green:

• D797 1157.6
• D740 1376.0
• D754 1569.6
• D770 1722.8
• D742 1853.4
• D759 1909.8

Silver:

• D770 1900.2

Black:

• D740 1880.0

Red:

• D752 1439.8
• D757 1762.2
• D774 1886.8
• D753 1914.8

Guardsman Blue:

• D742 839.4
• D771 1571.8
• D754 1864.2
• D740 1880.8
• D753 1890.4

White:

• D753 2500

Portofino Blue:

• D771 792.8
• D772 1514.4
• D755 1634.4
• D742 1721.6
• D754 1790.4
• D740 1844.8
• D759 1898.4
• D753 1917.6

Wimbledon White:

• D753 2438.0
• D778 2472.2
• D740 2474.2

Titanium Silver:

• D953 946.0
• D952 1466.0
• D772 1814.0
• D740 1897.2
• D743 1910.4

Maya Green:

• D957 607.0
• D777 804.0
• D956 885.0
• D740 945.0
• D954 977.4
• D794 981.5
• D753 983.2

Tangerine:

• D955 306.0
• D945 525.0
• D765 691.0
• D745 785.0
• D773 873.0
• D771 956.0
• D752 977.9

Cosmic Blue:

• D776 561.0
• D770 912.0
• D755 947.1
• D753 949.2

Rouge d’Enfer:

• D757 417.0
• D955 717.0
• D775 950.0
• D753 954.7

Dark Silver:

• D771 424.2 grams
• D952 254.1 grams
• D756 121.1 grams
• D740 94.0 grams
• D742 28.3 grams
• D759 18.8 grams
• D776 9.4 grams

Indigo Blue:

• D754 786.0
• D763 1538.0
• D740 1730.0
• D776 1912.0
• D743 1929.4

Wheel Paint: Dark Silver (Anthracite): BMW 871 PPG #303712

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Superformance Contact Information:

Superformance Global Headquarters
1 Whatney
Irvine, CA. 92618-2806
(949) 900-1950

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Superformance Cobras For Sale:

Dealership Network (United States):