1965 Shelby Cobra F.I.A. Replica from Superformance & Shelby Legendary Cars

[@AutotopiaLA]

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[@TrangDB9]

Is this replica just like the original, pure mechanical or does it have electronics, computer and stuff?

[@Francesco-hv5op]

@@TrangDB9 i think it has heating

[@ConemantheBarbarian]

Makes me smile to see people who thoroughly enjoy their jobs. Makes me just a whole lot jealous too! Twisty mountain roads and an incredible car! Yep really jealous!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Sorry for the jealous part but what a day of work and driving this beauty

[@ConemantheBarbarian]

AutotopiaLA and you do the job so well Sir 😁 Happy Motoring

[@Hannu_H]

Hi from Finland! You have the best car channel for us 50 year old guys who love old skool super cars like Cobras.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thanks! We love mixing it up with a big focus on muscle cars, customs and modded rides. And we have a lot fun making these

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thanks! We love mixing it up with a big focus on muscle cars, customs and modded rides. And we have a lot fun making these

[@primozkrajcar4144]

What a soundtrack! WOW! What a car! Awesome! I would say best of both worlds. 289 engine, less powerful than 427 and wide body with great handling and more tyre. Great combination. Thanks Sean for another "collectible" video!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Such a perfect blend on this car. The drive and the sounds were amazing!!

[@ONTHEEDGEFRED]

I'm sure that 363 cu in strokeed 302 with 500 horsepower, you wouldn't notice much difference between that and the 427.

[@metalthing1]

Always wanted a 427 but I could totally go for on of these!!!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Same for me. The fight this car gave was so much fun!

[@mg_streetkandi]

Good review...It's a dying breed to drive actual mechanical cars..🏁👍⛽

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thank you. I don’t do it nearly enough and each time I do it makes me want more of the mechanical work for it cars

[@mg_streetkandi]

@@AutotopiaLA I agree..it's scary how fast these kind of cars are disappearing..Enjoy it while you can and keep the reviews coming!!

[@allergictoglobalists]

👍for the good variety of killer automobiles you show us.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thanks. We love shooting diversity. Only things we have passion for make the channel

[@shelleyking8450]

Even with "a little bit of glass pac" that car sounds like an angry beast. Beautiful.

[@TheGunfighter45acp]

I totally missed the differing wheels & seats, too. Maybe it's because the added curves to hide the tires are so dang sexy, or that the uninitiated can wear shorts in this machine with no worries, but either way it's easy to justify owning a Cobra spec'd out just like this!

[@AutotopiaLA]

The details on this one to replicate accuracy is incredible. And what a drive!!

[@frankgreezy7998]

What an awesome car!!! Thanks for bringing another great ride for us to see Shawn. Appreciate it!

[@craigorford9932]

Shawn your one luck man.Keep living the dream

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thank you. And trust me we say it daily around here. Always feeling very blessed

[@omarmartinez7277]

The sound alone was amazing. The accurate history was a nice touch as well... That car is sick. One day I will drive one.... Hopefully... Lol

[@AutotopiaLA]

The sounds and the drive are perfection to me. Pure raw mean and a blast!

[@jeffreynolds3848]

Shawn, not in order of priority, but it kills me to see the weather you’re able to make this whole piece in - dang! Pleased to see that you’re looking back to your old(!) self; in fact bronzed! As well as a beautiful car and weather, I thought this was a beautifully made piece; so rich in content in the time. The combination of on the road & roadside and back at the shop & clips was so smooth.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thanks. This one was extra special and fun to make. Perfect day and the sounds and the drive were wonderful

[@chrisashton7133]

I see that car at the shop and now I know what it's all about. Thanks!!!

[@dmdproductions1570]

Yes you do!!! :)

[@AutotopiaLA]

What a drive! The sounds. The old school feel. Total blast to drive

[@adlerdefender8067]

I'm getting obsessed with these cars...

[@marksinger361]

Love it. Doug is such a good guy

[@dmdproductions1570]

Thanks Mark!!!

[@tomnekuda3818]

Shawn.....why do YOU get to live out ALL the DREAM RIDES I've ever had? Doggone it.......I'm way past green with envy. This is the top of the heap for me.....Shelby Cobra. Man, that thing has more delicious curves than Sophia Loren and weighs about as much as a cigarette butt.....my kinda car. Wow....stab it and steer it!

[@AutotopiaLA]

I feel lucky everyday I promise you! That’s why we started this channel because so many car people are in my life. Love it daily!!

[@jase6370]

Yep the brits knew how to make a pretty car

[@MTG776]

These videos are getting me through Covid Lockdown...

[@MrRanggong]

Old cars you drove by look,listen,feel and smell. Paying attention to all those assured you could get it home. Ignoring those left you stranded somewhere. Modern drivers have no idea what I'm talking about.

[@sickjohnson]

Driving in the hills looked like such an awesome time Shawn! #SuperJelly

[@AutotopiaLA]

It was wonderful. Could’ve gone all day

[@GLRESTOMOD]

Man, that crackle in that exhaust 😮 I thought a Mark III-R was incredible, but this one offers a totally different experience and I’m totally torn between the two! I thought about even a Mark III-R with this drivetrain and exhaust, but at the end of the day each chassis and build offers a different, incredible experience. Such a tough choice!

[@ismaelsousasilva9136]

Cara, muito bom esses vídeos, eu amo o trabalho de vocês e esse carro em especial que é demais...obrigado Carol Shelby por deixar um legado!

[@jeffsnyder2051]

i had to go have a smoke after that!!!!!!!!!!

[@AutotopiaLA]

You and me both!! 😂😂

[@ryanhenry21]

Most beautiful car ever made.

[@randybloom7234]

Hey Sean love your SPF videos! Big fan, Randy

[@MichaelEarl]

That thing sounds awesome

[@storyteller1749]

Love it. But I'm still more of a Grand Sport and slabside fan. But anything from Superformance is amazing. Great video!

[@AutotopiaLA]

I hear ya. This one has become my new favorite from them. They really do it right

[@HardcoreMotors]

Approved. Fucking beautiful car.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Awesome!! Such a fun drive

[@tevetanders9729]

That looks so additive. 👍👍👍👍👍

[@AutotopiaLA]

Completely! Could’ve stayed out driving all day

[@artagain8977]

Cute, matching T-shirts.

[@AutotopiaLA]

😂 he brought the shirt up and I put it on. Then noticed we were twins 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@pilsatortube]

love that car!!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Me too!! Such a cool ride. Those pops!!

[@strongplanted]

That was so cool! I learned a lot too! I knew a lot about Shelbys but not that stuff! Thanks!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Yeah, learned a lot on this one as well. And what a drive!

[@lsvip1820]

Brother !!! Wow dude. Would love a ride in one of those 👊

[@nickefgen9219]

I WANT THIS CAR!!!!! Like I said before in the other video when you drove the green slab side cobra I want one of each of theses cars, the green slab side, the cobra Daytona coupe and the GT40.....I wanna add this car to the list

[@Gtv6Racer]

I would guess that maybe they painted the front wheel centers white as a way to monitor brake temps. White tends to change color as it gets hot.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Good answer! Was wondering but that makes a lot of sense

[@bandagefreak]

HA HA HA!! He's SPEECHLESS!! T shirts in FEBRUARY!?! Shawn, tell Doug that his ancestors made the right choice getting the hell outta Dodge - I'm sitting here shivering my arse off over my breakfast here on the West Coast of Scotland! Keep up the warm work - you're saving me a fortune in heating bills! :@D

[@dmdproductions1570]

🤣🤣🤣

[@AutotopiaLA]

😂 funny comment!! All merch is available March 10. We’ve got everything in stock and the store is live March 10. Finally!!

[@tmr626]

Hey Shawn, this little car sounds good and really rips! If anyone is interested you can also see how these Superformance Cobras are made if you check out: How It's Made Dream Cars s02e11 Superformance MK III (posted by: viprts). Also, something else of possible interest may be how they build custom wheels at HRE. Look for: How Forged Wheels Are Made - Inside Look At HRE Performance Wheels Facility (posted by: WheelsBoutique).

[@AutotopiaLA]

Love seeing how HRE makes their wheels. Very cool

[@tmr626]

@@AutotopiaLA Shawn, it would be great if you could work out some future shop or manufacturing tours much like HRE etc. Hey, Shawn, you need a laugh today? Check this out: ******* Police Officer And The Talking Monkey ******* A police officer came upon a terrible wreck where the driver and the passenger had been killed. As he looked upon the wreckage a little monkey came out of the brush and hopped around the crashed car. The officer looked down at the monkey and said, 'I wish you could talk.' The monkey looked at the officer and shook his head up and down. 'You can understand what I'm saying?' asked the officer. Again, the monkey shook his head up and down. 'Well, did you see this?' 'Yes,' motioned the monkey. ''What happened?' The monkey pretended to have a can in his hand and turned it up to his mouth. "They were drinking?' asked the officer. The monkey shakes his head, 'Yes.' 'What else?' The monkey pinched his fingers together and held them to his mouth. 'They were smoking marijuana?' The monkey shakes his head, 'Yes.' 'What else?' The monkey motioned 'Kissing.' 'They were kissing, too?' asked the astounded officer. The monkey shakes his head, 'Yes.' 'Now wait, you're saying your owners were drinking, smoking and kissing before they wrecked?' The monkey shakes his head 'Yes'. 'What were you doing during all this?' 'Driving,' motioned the monkey. *******

[@jpdj2715]

Introduction above: "makes you earn every turn, every shift and every mile" My take: makes you earn every smile

[@Loulovesspeed]

Fantastic video, just one exception. An add for Chevy is so out of place here!! Lol

[@AutotopiaLA]

We don’t have control of the ads...weird placement for sure

[@Loulovesspeed]

@@AutotopiaLA No problem, probably nothing more than a few extremely jealous Bow Tie fans!

[@Stellicopter]

Was hoping to see this exact setup with an actual 289.

[@videomaniac108]

Are those Webers a little too much carb at part throttle rpms?

[@AutotopiaLA]

They got this dialed in after we shot it

[@markstahlhut560]

Would the front wheels be painted white for the brake dust off the discs?

[@AutotopiaLA]

Someone said possibly to monitor heat in brakes?

[@dannyMCDelight]

How is the car exact like the 1965 Shelby 289 with a different cubic motor?

[@dmdproductions1570]

Chassis, body and other features all made to original spec. Engine selected for this car is lighter with more power, however Shelby Engine Company does build an iron block, iron head 289 if you want to experience that as well!

[@dannyMCDelight]

@@dmdproductions1570 It's a replica. Made of fiberglass.

[@MrGaryGG48]

@@dannyMCDelight ... or aluminum, if you prefer (at 2:21 on the video).

[@dmdproductions1570]

It's way more than a replica, but happy to agree to disagree. And yes you can have it with an aluminum body if you wish.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Doug’s response handles both of our questions. The length they go to for accuracy is impressive

[@Johnnycdrums]

Love the 289 with fat rubber, lol, but will it do a burnout?

[@dmdproductions1570]

Absolutely!!!!

[@Johnnycdrums]

@@dmdproductions1570 ; Yeah, but it might have a 3.08 : 1 rear differential and stuff, and that would change everything.

[@dmdproductions1570]

@@Johnnycdrums This car has a 3:54 (I am the other guy in the video). Thanks for watching!!!

[@Johnnycdrums]

@@dmdproductions1570 ; Yeah, I guess she could probably squall some rubba', lol. Btw, I love that little Cobra, no matter the gearing. Nice channel, beautiful piece, good talkin to ya'.

[@MrGaryGG48]

@@Johnnycdrums The best part is that if you're signing on that dotted line, you can almost certainly pick nearly any final drive ratio you would like. All ya gots ta do is pay da money!! ;^)

[@stevemehan7276]

OMG I absolutely LOVE this car! Holy ... gotta win the lottery (and who the hell are the 11 losers w/ thumbs down? )

[@AutotopiaLA]

Always gotta have jealous haters I guess? I love this one!

[@suntzu5836]

Driving style is known as Stab & Steer......Takes balls...

[@tempestfury8324]

The roads don't hurt either.... So many great roads in California, the state that hates you.

[@AutotopiaLA]

We do have it good for canyon roads that go in forever

[@dday19r]

You folks need to dial in those Webers better. The back fire is kinda rough.

[@willowwonderbull7100]

i would 100% buy a car from this man if i could afford one for what he selld he could be a total jerk but he just seems like a cool guy

[@duffield55aj]

Seat Belts guys?

[@AutotopiaLA]

Lap belts...they’re on. Relax

[@supercarsandsuperfoods5779]

All cars come with period correct lap belts. You can add a shoulder harness or even 5 and 6 point belts if desired for added safety.

[@victorvondoom2386]

VAN @ SBR ( Still Building Rockets)Approved. I am a GM guy...however that is one kit car I would purchase. I may install a 302 SBC and let the real fun begin.

[@AutotopiaLA]

They make great replicas...love the extent they went to replicating the Bondurant car here

[@plantfeeder6677]

Ya watching your car get burned to the ground.

[@jdjames997]

Is this car for sale, if so what’s the ballpark cost of one of these? Beautiful car, great channel and content, keep the Cobra stuff coming 👍

[@AutotopiaLA]

It was sold shortly after this video but hit up Doug at Superformance in Irvine and I’m sure he can get you set up. And thanks for watching the channel!

[@q8fly.]

Crank sensor issue? Too much backfire

[@dmdproductions1570]

Plugs were loaded up. No back fire on the way back. Shawn cleaned her out real good!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Doug answered you here. The drive back was no pops or backfires. Blasted out those Weber’s!

[@xDivinitysCreaturex]

Not better than S in my case 😉

[@kens8903]

Shawn out here living every man's dream right now. Always loved those.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Pure and total dreamland! Just incredible

[@donaldfrazier5244]

The absolute purest form of automobile adrenaline the first car I fell for

[@cameronmilne3590]

For me the 289 FIA cobras are the one to have. See the real, and recreations, flying round goodwood every year. 11s for days

[@lenwehrung1626]

AMAZING attention to detail! Love the sleeper motor! Not much talk while driving - the car does ALL the talking, especially those Backfires.

[@djsonfire0001]

Just insane how. Correct inaccurate that thing is right down to the different colored rims to the different seat and my favorite the speedometer on the passenger side😂 you guys are doing an incredible job with these videos can't wait for the next!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thank you! It’s amazing the level of accuracy they created on this car. What a drive!!

[@ourlifeinwashington4114]

They were true American Badasses and we love them and respect them with great reverence. The only time I won't bad mouth Ford too.

[@adrianstanciu8876]

This Cobra and Shelby Daytona coupe it's a dream cars!👍

[@AutotopiaLA]

I hear ya. This one is my new favorite from Superformance

[@richs5695]

Goodness. The way that 302 exhaust spits and farts. Respect!

[@AutotopiaLA]

The sounds and the drive are incredible!

[@donaldparlettjr3295]

So nice to see a small block. A friend has a 1966 small block Cobra he bought back in 1970. It's so well balanced, it pulls well and it's totally in control. And the sound IS worth the price of admission.

[@oceanchaser]

is this for sale im looking for one that must be blue

[@dmdproductions1570]

It is for sale and we have a few others as well. You can email me at [e-mail] and I can send you info on our available inventory.

[@AutotopiaLA]

It is. Buy it! What a ride

[@oceanchaser]

Does the body have any damage at all such as rock chips I'm still interested in the shelbey I would fly out look at drive it . if I like what I see and feel of the car. I will pay for it and have it shipped to my home in San deigo. Jim

[@dmdproductions1570]

@@oceanchaser Hi Jim. We are located in Irvine, California and the car is here in our showroom. You are welcome to come up and see/drive it any time. Doug Campbell - 949-900-1966 or [e-mail]

[@videomaniac108]

The very first thing I noticed when the camera showed the dashboard was that gauge at the far right end. When I noticed it was a speedometer I thought what the hell is a speedometer doing way over there but then I realized from when I drive my 370Z who really looks at the speedometer any way, except when there's a cop behind you.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Shelby said put it over there so that’s why

[@robertwhite1993]

Man you always hear peeps saying I've got a gazillion hp at my finger tips-wrong. It's a gazillion & one at my toes tips😂😂😊😄😁. Oh yea this is worth getting stoked about, watch how little the car gets that is behind the Shelby when they get on the highway. Need a pick me up😰😱😱😋😎😎😎✌😎😎😎

[@AutotopiaLA]

This thing was such a fun drive. The sounds. The feel. Incredible!!

[@coyoteslugger3936]

You can not beat the feeling of analog suspense and engine noise. To drive this car to the limits takes a lot of 💪🏼and skills.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Agreed. It’s not modern in the slightest. Fun monster to drive

[@danielsoutherd]

I’ve always loved the 289 FIA competition cars. To me they are the perfect intersection between the neck snapping brutishness of the side oilers, the front heaviness of the 428 gentlemen’s cars, and the plain spoken, but supple slab side.

[@Loulovesspeed]

In all likelihood, the 7 Bozos that disliked this wouldn't know a pushrod from a fly rod, a wrist pin from a hair pin or anything else about cars. (Or, there's the possibility they are eternally jealous Chevy Bow-Tie boys that will never get over the bitch slapping the Cobra served to the Vettes!)

[@ryanpoyer]

Another great video! And I can’t believe somehow I kinda made it into this one with the story of my wife and I at 10:12. Time to stop lookin and get cookin!!!

[@AutotopiaLA]

I love it!! You’re that guy!!! Awesome! 👊

[@SGTJDerek]

DAMN that sound🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰. They just don't sound like they used to. Few things sweeter than an Old School Small Block.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Agreed. The sounds and drive of this are perfection to me

[@ELBOHOS]

Thanks for the vid Shawn. Totally made my evening.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Awesome! Thanks for watching

[@kr8zeivan]

Incredible I love the content you’ve been putting out! Great stuff.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thank you!! Much more to come I promise

[@zatiticherry3421]

I'm impressed with that engine; does anyone know the bore and stroke? That car is amazing; I would actually take this version over the big block car , both are absolutely amazing though! 👌

[@AutotopiaLA]

I don’t know the bore & stroke but it sure is a badass ride

[@supercarsandsuperfoods5779]

Here is a link to the engine used in the car from Shelby Engine Company: www.shelbyengines.com/collections/shelby-289-engines/products/aluminum-289-364ci-stage-i-500hp

[@ericheine2414]

I drove the super performance with a 427 in a Tremec 5-speed. The car you just drove was that a 4-speed?

[@AutotopiaLA]

This is the same trans. But very different car as I’ve driven a few of their Cobras including the 427 car

[@MrGaryGG48]

'eh Shawn, it's really good to see you lookin' healthy again. Enough of that flu "stuff" already! And that's not a bad ride to be lookin' healthy in either!!

[@AutotopiaLA]

@gary goodlund thank you...feels good to feel good again and get out for a drive!

[@MrPappysCobra]

Great video brother! Hope you bought it.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Not there yet on spare cash but I will own one of their cars in the next couple of years. Absolutely love what they do

[@bzmaro]

I think Shawn needs a cobra 😆

[@AutotopiaLA]

I need one badly bro

[@seedood]

Love the video. Please keep the Cobra stuff coming!

[@AutotopiaLA]

More to come I promise. We just shot an all original 1967 Cobra today! Unrestored with 14,000 miles on it. Awesome!!

[@russhird1971]

love this car, one of my fave youtubes, love it sean. defo better than sex mate

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thanks. Such a fun time driving this!

[@plantfeeder6677]

Carroll Shelby brought StreetCred to Ford. Ford won the lottery when they met that man.

[@AutotopiaLA]

That’s the truth!

[@jm-hb9tl]

That's a A+ ride there💯😎👍

[@AutotopiaLA]

Yes it is. Everything you want. Hits all the senses in such a good way

[@Slingshotgixxer]

I so wanted to hate this channel when I first started watching it, but damn, the cars are sooo freakin killer ,and the footage so good, a real enthusiast no bullshit channel cheers !

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thank you!! We have a lot of fun shooting cars we think are incredible in so many different ways. Thanks for watching

[@loveitorscrapit6673]

What a Great car sounds awesome. Thumbs up.

[@AutotopiaLA]

That sound. That drive. Perfection!

[@apexerman1]

Superformance makes great replicas, but the mold for the rear end proportion looks a bit awkward... hiked up too high.1:22. Factory Five got the shape right...lower and svelte.

[@hanshoogendyk2203]

So the car has a 6 litre engine instead of 4.7 BUT ITS A TOTALLY ACCURATE TRIBUTE CAR, COME ON! AND TYPICAL SHELBY SHORTCUTS ....I DONT READ THE RULE BOOK HA HA awesome sounding car though,

[@sleebanger]

Personal favourite youtube reviews. would love to see a period correct mk2 427FE GT40 review. Keep up the good work. From Australia.

[@sleebanger]

Superformance mk2 427 GT40 I should have said.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Sooner or later we’ll do a review on everything they build. I love their approach

[@hotchihuahua1546]

Great story to go with a nice Bob Bondurant Superformance replica !

[@AutotopiaLA]

Yeah, this thing is so cool and I love all the backstory elements Doug gave us

[@brucehayes3573]

I hope that some day I can have a Shelby Cobra. I have a 2012 Boss 302 that is an amazing car.

[@masta51]

Thanks for the religious experience as always. Can't Express how happy I am to see a legend in the flesh on the street. Thanks for giving us a look on the other side of the fence.

[@masta51]

By the way, watched this video just minutes before yours and they make a fantastic companion. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hILKZmqLp7FslbM

[@jeffreynolds3848]

Topper Harley - agreed! Thanks for the link; ‘enjoyed it! I’d encourage folks to seek out other clips of 60’s US muscle being thrown thro the bends of Goodwood, especially the larger bodied - truly awesome cars and driving!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Glad you enjoyed it. Love getting to drive these

[@missinglink9973]

Thats the cobra I would buy sleeker than the 427

[@AutotopiaLA]

It’s my new favorite as well. Wonderful drive

[@jaywest9786]

As a guest you need to stop talking over your host. It's distracting and irritating.

[@kerrykelaher2607]

I took a women for a joyride on tke motor way ( she was screaming with delight )

[@James-tl2tq]

Price?

[@AutotopiaLA]

Check with Superformance but I think around $185K

[@julianneale6128]

The beautiful British AC Cobra!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Gotta love it

[@tombryan1]

There was a 2,25 inch scratch on the originals right rear fender, did you replicate that?

[@AutotopiaLA]

Didn’t replicate that

[@kerrykelaher2607]

Ac cobra what a awesome beast ( makes women go weak at the knees ) lol

[@user-pd9vm9ts1o]

Love it ! this is great stuff ! WOW

[@AutotopiaLA]

Yes it is. Incredibly fun car to drive!!

[@williamweiss6128]

Prefer this setup, in a dream I have.

[@LanceisLawson]

The FIA is hands down the best Cobra.

[@EddieB2047]

So freggin cool Gotta Love Doug