Childhood dream come true (Driving a Backdraft Cobra)

[@AZGT350]

I drove a BDR last weekend. I’m currently in the market for a Cobra. The BDR does have more interior room, which is a big plus for taller guys like me. 6’. The one I drove had a traditional dash/interior which I really like. The diamond sewn seats are just hideous. BDR’s exhaust also sticks out farther them all other Cobra brands and looks odd. First thing to take off are the heat shields. Also the body of a BRR is farther from the original style then all Cobra brands. There are a lot of BDRs around in the 60s and 70s. I’m also considering buying a Superformance instead.

[@Loulovesspeed]

@AZGT350 - Also recommend you look at ERA Replicas in New Britain, Connecticut. They were founded back in 1967 and offer some of the finest replicas of FIA 289 Cobra, 427 Cobra and GT40. Former Yankee slugger Reggie Jackson's ERA Cobra is up for sale at BAT (Bring a Trailor) Auctions. ERA makes high quality replicas that will be sure to please!

[@JMGeranimo]

If anyone builds these with an auto, it should be recalled. Best car ever.

[@Loulovesspeed]

@JMGeronimo - Careful there, Shelby had his own 427 converted in later years to an auto due to physical limitations due to age. Would you rather have a 4 spd. you couldn't drive or an automatic you could?

[@JMGeranimo]

@@Loulovesspeed true, I just love manuals. I would go for an auto if thats what I had to do.

[@Loulovesspeed]

@@JMGeranimo - Fair enough! I too love manuals - took my driver training on one in 1965! My last stick was the best, a German made Getrag 6 spd. in my SVT Focus. I do miss it.

[@roseymalino9855]

@@Loulovesspeed How about a/c, softer suspension, orthopedic seats, etc?. It comes down to how many compromises before you may as well be driving a mini-van..

[@Loulovesspeed]

@@roseymalino9855 - Ignorant, short sighted comment Rosey! You are saying don't make compromises, even if you are physically incapable of driving the vehicle? Don't know about you, but if I had a chance at owning a Cobra with an automatic or having one I couldn't drive because it was a manual shift, well, that's your classic no brainer!

[@i.am.rossalex]

Awesome car!

[@Earth.Motorcars]

Thank you! We get as many of these Backdraft cobras as we can get our hands on. Actually have 3 on the way right now. 2 with Coyote motors and another 427 like in the video above.

[@texas-dx3lc]

everything is expected from a Cobra but the color is just sick on another level.

[@joeljames1616]

manual transmission for the win

[@jasongilbert2379]

Someday I'll get a Superformance 427 cu!!!

[@Profmhd]

Greetings from Algeria 🇩🇿💖💝

[@BradThePitts]

Interesting format review. When you gave it a 3.5 for comfort, was this within the Cobra spectrum, or compared to all other cars? The reason I ask is the Backdraft is considered the most comfortable of all Cobras, thanks to it's BMW suspension which includes IRS, it's wide body, and long wheelbase. I'd give it a 5 for a Cobra, but a 2 compared to other vehicles, as all Cobras are white-knuckled rides. The only cars I'd give a "1" comfort would be rat rods. I hope to see you review other Cobras! *Tip: PLEASE tell the valet the side-pipes are super-hot!*

[@Earth.Motorcars]

Great question I’d say it’s certainly the most comfortable of the cobras for sure. That said the 3.5 is when compared to other weekend track day cars. We did just get a Factory Five with a 5.0 in I will be taking out after the Christmas break. Be sure to hit that subscribe and alert bell so you’re notified when it comes out!

[@joshuaszeto]

i would venture to say ratrods are in the negative points range.

[@RackhamRishel]

It's not that comfortable at all. Its just not. Three hours and it starts to get a bit stiff in the lower lumbar area unlike the Lamborghini Aventador SVJ (oddly enough) which drives really well at extended distances. I love both cars, but the Shelby is a lot more moody.

[@Earth.Motorcars]

I’d agree Tho these two cars in mention are in separate categories.....and price ranges

[@longrifle.]

@@Earth.Motorcars Here's a different sales philosophy to consider. Just drive the car it will sell itself to those looking for what the Cobra has to offer. IF your going to talk, then talk about that individual car. Had you ever driven a real Cobra you would know Any of the kit cars are a huge upgrade in ride quality. You sound like a salesman trying to make a buck, not an enthusiast who appreciates where the Cobra came from. Food for thought.....

[@kb9072]

Nice car. My friend built one many years ago. Amazing head tuner. This one wouldn't pass safety test in the UK. Needs head restraints. In an accident the back of your head would smash into the metal roll over bar. Also never understood why no grill to protect radiator from stones.

[@Earth.Motorcars]

I'd imagine this design can be chalked up to the builders at backdraft wanting to keep it as close to the original as possible.

[@kb9072]

@@Earth.Motorcars Yes, you are right but I personally don't understand why build a new car knowing what we do about safety. I'd have two roll over hoops both with head restraints. That aside stunning car. Abit generous with the comfort score but good review.

[@Earth.Motorcars]

@@kb9072 the comfort score is for the car category it’s in. Next to an S Class I’d give it a 1/5 haha. Here in the US we classify it as a 1965 so regulations aren’t very much. Backdraft does offer a double roll bar as an option though.

[@jag1963]

The tunnel test was a 8/5 to be honest.

[@jamesjimenez1863]

Wasn't that impressed. My 351 4V Cleveland, stroked to 408ci sounds waaaaay better than that.

[@Earth.Motorcars]

May have to do another just to confirm lol

[@Earth.Motorcars]

@@jamesjimenez1863 got a link to your tunnel test?

[@johnmick9457]

They're are many Cobra Replicas but you can't mistake the F-1 size rear tires on the Backdraft. It just screams don't mess with me

[@michaelpike1704]

I'd have to say being wealthy enough to afford the dream is the real dream.

[@dcchong8102]

Replicas are more affordable though

[@srednas4u1]

Would you consider making this a daily driver? I'm in the market for one of these.

[@65stang98]

only if you dont mind getting wet lol looks funky with the removable hardtop in my opinion.

[@sooweeq123]

The channel is kinda chunky.. However, this guy is on to something. Keep it up. I subscribed.

[@lwoodt1]

The cool factor is thru the roof. What else do you need.

[@Earth.Motorcars]

Hahaha cool factor alone makes this car a dream

[@outnumbered334]

What is the name of the color?

[@itsruf1]

What's up guys.. Psst... it's a diy kit car. You can't use "What's up guys"

[@RobertMacCready]

When you said "performance" I thought you might do a 0-60 and 1/4 mile runs and maybe some autox in there too.

[@Earth.Motorcars]

Well unfortunately these cars I drive in the channel are for sale, so I have to be at least a little gentle with them haha

[@ericday3538]

I would have warned the valet about the sidepipes.

[@inferno]

How much this car cost?

[@Earth.Motorcars]

They range but start around 80k For full details head to www.earthmotorcars.com

[@tekn0lust]

What tunnel is that? Addison Toll?

[@Earth.Motorcars]

Undisclosed location If you do find it. Tag us in you video

[@ronaldsteppe1302]

Do backdraft cobras have a soft top for them?

[@Earth.Motorcars]

For weather protection they offer a variety of tops. There is a Fabric and Vinyl Soft top and also 2 different hardtop options. Ready to get your order built?

[@RackhamRishel]

You can get both options. Should be a video of my Backdraft in my videos. I am looking at the soft top as well.

[@Proximo1776]

This is Pure Car Porn!! I need one of these ASAP!!

[@Earth.Motorcars]

We have a few in stock right now. Come by today?

[@Proximo1776]

@@Earth.Motorcars I live in the San Francisco Bay Area. I would love to come see them and test drive one. We can talk pricing and see what it takes to own one of these beasts. Beautiful Car! I own a Shelby GT350 and this A/C 427 has always been on my bucket list.

[@Earth.Motorcars]

@@Proximo1776 We can set that up for you. What’s the beat way for us to get in contact?

[@Proximo1776]

@@Earth.Motorcars email is best

[@Earth.Motorcars]

@@Proximo1776 [e-mail]

[@tybriggs9880]

What kind of car review doesn't pop the hood , especially a Cobra roadster.

[@Earth.Motorcars]

This one

[@jamesward4893]

It puts the power down quiet nice says the guy who never gets it above 1500 rpm’s

[@Earth.Motorcars]

How many RPMs you take your Cobra to?

[@COBRATV427]

😍 👍

[@adrianharrison5208]

For me the yellow accents are just not needed on a car like this

[@Earth.Motorcars]

We can order you one without the yellow if you like?

[@adrianharrison5208]

@@Earth.Motorcars I am looking at getting into one next year so I could be coming back to you on that one

[@Earth.Motorcars]

We will see ya when you’re ready!

[@BeeRich33]

Valet didn't know what to do

[@Earth.Motorcars]

Since he was a good sport I showed him how to start it after we filmed that segment

[@ericshutter5305]

drop the yellow accents ... then its perfect.

[@dougmeldrum8977]

Not a chance in hell I’d have a valet park my cobra. As for the backdraft version, I’ve seen other brands with better set ups. They are not the benchmark by any means.

[@Earth.Motorcars]

Which cobra is your preference?

[@mw8653]

Did the valet even drive it he looked like he didn't know how to.

[@theFORZA66]

Imo backdraft doesn't make a good replica. Instead they take the cobra, then modernize and improve it to be even better

[@joeljames1616]

what about safety? needs an exoskeleton

[@Earth.Motorcars]

We can look into this design

[@advicemaster1365]

No, no no. No valet should be allowed to ever get in any Cobra.

[@Earth.Motorcars]

Hahahaha you may have a point here

[@Loulovesspeed]

Beautiful machine, but I detest those ugly ass all black wheels.......yuckkkkkkk! Personal feeling for sure, but put a nice set of wheels that have some contrast with the body color and there is just no comparison. There, I've made my peace!

[@Earth.Motorcars]

Haha the great thing about wheels is that they are the easiest part of the car to change to your liking ;)

[@Loulovesspeed]

@@Earth.Motorcars That is true! To me, black wheels on a black, or dark colored car, looks like the car was in a field of dry grass that caught fire and just charred everything. Put a set of really nice wheels on a so-so car and it immediately looks much better. Then put a set of black wheels on a really nice machine and it looks like ka ka! Oh well, fortunately, we all have our personal choice in the matter.

[@mmonroe8253]

0.30 You had me but you lost me What is the infatuation with bad rock and roll music on these videos I'm here for information on the automobile, not to listen to bad music...See ya...

[@Earth.Motorcars]

This isn’t an airport you don’t have to announce your departure Byeeeeeeeee

[@mmonroe8253]

@@Earth.Motorcars I'm back! And you have a flair for the obvious Your a walking cliche And no, I won't be seeing ya! Take care Ol'Pal...

[@Earth.Motorcars]

@@mmonroe8253 bless your heart

[@billcarrell8622]

You drive it like a grandma. Powerband is what that engine wants. Kids...smh

[@Earth.Motorcars]

Yea......kids SMH