1965 Shelby Cobra with Coyote Motor | Factory Five

[@mikethatguy27]

This is by far the baddest Cobra I have seen. The color scheme and the style of wheels is just phenomenal💯🙌

[@michaelcraven7217]

Wow I really appreciate that

[@rosswheatley1577]

I like that guy. He built the car to actually drive it. Factory 5 is a great option for an enthusiast. You get amazing nostalgia, and don’t feeling that you are committing a sin to put miles on your car. Good job, men

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thank you very much!

[@djSmokeShow]

I just love everything about this car including that awesome double diamond stitch interior.

[@leonardgriffiths4131]

This is so mint!! I am doing it for my 40th after talking to the wife Well done capturing this

[@michaelcraven7217]

That sounds like an awesome 40th bday plan.

[@bernardwarr4187]

He built it his way, classic look, with modern twist, really cool. Greetings from the uk 🇬🇧

[@darieng619]

Nothing like the sound of a Mustang V8.

[@brucebanner6149]

Badash and Beautiful!

[@michaelcraven7217]

Much appreciated.

[@williamweiss6128]

Yep. If I ever it would be just a little 289, 302. Enough for me.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Yeah they are for sure fun at those power levels too.

[@omarsabri4099]

Beautiful! Can I ask how tall are you? I'm 6" and not sure I'll fit in a FFR cobra?

[@michaelcraven7217]

I am 5 10. 6 ft will be fine. Seats play a huge factor

[@Bricklinsv1970]

Um thats pretty cool!

[@etherboy3540]

This is one of the nicest Cobra builds I've ever seen. Honestly if I were to build one of these cars I would also go with a modern Coyote and IRS rear end. Everything else--the paint, the gauges, the shifter location, the seats, doorcards and trans cover--all look fantastic.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thanks man I really appreciate the love!

[@Sleepy_spartan717]

This is definitely the way to do it. The coyote is almost a cheat code for power. A reliable 7-800hp is easily attainable with a total of like 4 or 5 mods and a good tune. Not many other platforms can say the same. I hate to be “that guy” but the LS/LT are the only other ones that really even come close. But keeping it true to the Ford heritage with the coyote is 100% the right move imo. She’s a stunner of a build. Congrats on such a beauty.

[@natemartinez4595]

6.2 aluminum block ls. Waybeasier and cheaper easier to work on, modify, and make power with. That being said, the howl off the coyotes is quite the noise

[@michaelcraven7217]

@@natemartinez4595 ​ @Adam Welber There are some guys who build them with and LS. Most people lose their minds over it!

[@ruelitocayamanda8162]

@@michaelcraven7217 Whenever I come across a video of an LS powered Cobra, I just go watch something else. For me, it should only be Ford powered.

[@BradThePitts]

Fun fact! When sitting in a Cobra the distance from your ear to the exhaust tip is shorter than if you are sitting on a Harley Davidson.

[@stevedolan5065]

WHAT?

[@xDivinitysCreaturex]

That's why I have underslung exhausts. Also protects my non-wife's calves from burns and her delicate ears. Her voice is so quiet like a mouse, I'd never be able to hear her.

[@BradThePitts]

@Justin igloo In a Cobra you can open the door and touch the exhaust tip. Edit: OK OK OK - on MOST motorcycles you can't touch the exhaust tip with your hand when sitting on the bike, unless you are Inspector Gadget.

[@johndoe2480]

@@BradThePitts wut... lmfao yes you absolutely can . There are bikes with 16" exhaust.... significantly shorter than the cobra. Get it together bud. 🤣

[@dennissmith7214]

@@johndoe2480 I think he means just sitting down in normal position which there is no motorcycle you can reach unless you have ape arms!

[@streetrodder06]

That color combo is fantastic. The grey with bronze wheels looks phenomenal. One of the best Cobras I've seen in quite some time. Props to you sir:)

[@michaelcraven7217]

Very much appreciate the compliment.

[@r.blacky341]

Its a Lamborghini colour he say! I love it very timles colour,looks a bit of Titan!

[@stephen_crumley]

@@michaelcraven7217 phenomenal build sir. You built the perfect setup. I helped build one about 8 years ago we converted a carburetor to FAST injection, full 321 stainless exhaust, it’s been in world of wheels several times. Again fantastic work

[@michaelcraven7217]

@@stephen_crumley Thanks man I really appreciate the kind words. Sounds like you were part a pretty fun car too.

[@johnsimon340]

Still one of the most beautiful cars ever!

[@snakerb]

That’s a lot closer to “built not bought” than most who claim such. Beautiful build man.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Haha thank you. It might be a slightly overused phrase...

[@sigxm5thumb]

My grandfather built his own replica from real parts and scrap aluminum hand bending every piece it was done so well that Mr.Shelby himself signed the glove box so it’s real to me 😊

[@patrickbledsoe2176]

Man thats super wild story. Id like to have meet your grandad seems like a awesome man

[@Speedhut]

STUNNING build, Michael!! That dash is perfect - beautiful arrangement of the gauges. Thanks for the feature!

[@michaelcraven7217]

Oh snap! A shoutout from Speedhut!! Thank you for the kind words. I love the gauges and all the options you guys provide to make them unique. I get lots of complements on them.

[@cantbsdave]

@@michaelcraven7217unbelievable build! Lamotta did my mustang and it was always reliable. I’m local and would absolutely LOVE to see this in person!! My son would freak-

[@jasonheneghan98]

My dad built a factory 5 cobra back in 2015 and was one of the first people to use the first gen coyote. To say it was amazing being a part of it coming together would be an understatement, it’s such a beast of a car

[@michaelcraven7217]

That's awesome, your dad sounds like a cool dude! And a trendsetter.

[@jasonheneghan98]

@@michaelcraven7217 very cool dude indeed! And I’m not over here saying HE was the one that started the trend of putting a coyote in it, but he had to fabricate all the mounts and pieces to make it fit as none of those parts existed at the time. 7 years and 11,000 miles later and he still burns the tires in 5th gear😂

[@blackgold9937]

@@jasonheneghan98 Well, not to take anything away from your dad, but my MkIV Cobra kit was purchased in 2012 - Gen 1 Coyote/TKO600. Broke a lot of ground but at that time FFR already had out a great Coyote install kit and instructions.

[@SWFabrication.]

Seriously, this is the best looking and well thought out FFR Mach IV I've seen. Nicely done

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thank you, really appreciate the compliment.

[@Laakona]

The passenger roll bar makes it look like a shopping cart for 2 kids. You should have put in a 2nd steering wheel.

[@michaelcraven7217]

@@Laakona great suggestion

[@ModernCobra]

Huge fan of Michael’s build. Got to follow it on fb, forums, and IG from pretty early on. Very happy for you my friend.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thanks Chris. Always appreciate the love. Plus I'm running your control pack so you are invested! 😁

[@freedomstar3814]

Having ridden in a real Cobra replica with a 289 making every bit of 350hp , it was like ridding in a rocket ship. Low weight , open top , manual = Priceless !

[@michaelcraven7217]

Yeah its quite raw experience too. Always a good time.

[@georgeblank2648]

Real Cobra replica???

[@dedpool_69]

​@@georgeblank2648there's a real fake replica?

[@RSDX99]

I had three different engines in my Cobra replica first a 427 SO, 2nd a 408, and 3rd a 427 Dart, but IMO the Coyote is the absolute best choice for today's Cobra replica and also the best ever Mustang engine choice.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Wow that's some serious swapping. Why so many changes? And over how many years?

[@tsubadaikhan6332]

Absolutely. Having the 5lt that every mechanic knows how to work on, and can easily get parts for, is going to save so much time, and so many headaches. Add to that modern engines push out so much horsepower, and the vehicle is so light, unless you're a Professional Driver on a Track, no one is going to feel the difference.

[@RSDX99]

@@michaelcraven7217 The 427 SO impresses all the newbies at the car show, and the big cube small block impresses all your competitors at open track days. All swaps were done by myself over 20 years of ownership. I had my fun and now drive a Mustang GT. Automatic.

[@michaelcraven7217]

@@RSDX99 Nice, sounds like you have fun in the car for sure!

[@blackgold9937]

My MkIV kit was purchased in 2012. After much research I put in one of these new Coyote engines. TKO600 transmission. 50,000 kilometers and Im still really happy. Engine is stock but for the Stainless Header 4x1x4 headers, the BOSS 302 intake and a mild tune on the chassis dyno. 490 HP, and like you said in your video, I get great gas mileage until my right foot brings the Coyote alive. Dyno graph shows it build power quickly from 3,000 rpm and keeps building at the rev limiter. Only beef....I shouldn't have wasted time and $$ putting the stereo in. NEVER use it. Keep enjoying the ride.

[@jasonlommen4769]

Huge muscle car junkie. Love the Cobra build, pretty incredible kit you put together. Looks and sounds amazing!

[@michaelcraven7217]

Much appreciated man. It was a fun project.

[@NeoNeko99]

You guys have just earned yourself a subscriber! Loving the content!

[@baileemichele1015]

As someone who knows absolutely nothing about cars but has a lot of respect for them, this channel is everything! Takes some guts to put yourself out there like this. Gained a subscriber for sure! Looking forward to the next one!

[@michaelcraven7217]

Not biased any? 😁

[@neverendingmods]

Great colors. And screw carbs, fuel injection small block coyote is way to go. Can always S/C it for another 200hp easily and still daily drive in traffic.

[@169abr]

This with a 2.3 roush would be insanely fun.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thank you. Yeah it struggles to put all the NA power down but I could go with a more sticky tire.

[@michaelcraven7217]

@@169abr I used to think it wouldnt need anymore power than it has, but that might have changed over a the last year... 🤣

[@Schlipperschlopper]

Sadly soon all combustion cars and trucks including classics will be banned from public streets in entire EU and Scandinavia :-( In Germany the Green Peoples Party gave order to shorten fuel supply from 2025 on by reducing all conventional fuel stations to only one state operated central gas station per city or county. Car washs will be forbidden too because they are climate killers, now they want to slow down all the gas station pumps from 20 litre per minute to 2 litre per minute...From 2027 on in the EU certain car spare parts will be banned too....as exhaust systems, turbo chargers and even some engine and gearbox oils...California and New York will do the same from 2027 on.... So no investments should be done in oil burning cars any longer....They even created a new kind of crime here, called emissions and smoke crime. (BABVVEN & TEBBVEN )!

[@michaelcraven7217]

Yeah unfortunately we are going there quickly

[@Tmac327]

This is one of, if not the BEST Cobra builds ever! Excellent choice on the car's body colors and really cool about the wheels and how they just worked perfectly with the car and colors. I LOVE that it's just over 500bhp! These and the GT40 replica builds should all have serious horsepower! It's excellent!!!

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thanks Tom, I really like a GT40 too!

[@souvang2322]

Want to build one with a 2jz! 🤣😝😁

[@michaelcraven7217]

That would be pretty unique and upset a lot of old men.

[@Imnotplayinganymore]

Great build. Very classy, subtle, modest, while being outrageous at the same time. That's a tricky balance and you've achieved it.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thank you, exactly the fine line I was walking down!

[@stinkyfungus]

Prediction: Haven't seen video. Coyote motor = lighter and has higher power potential than 60's era big block. Result : ultimate expression of what the cobra could be.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Well I hope you watched it now! 😆

[@chriskindler7625]

You know what else??? Keeping the ad until the end, sub 12 minutes, and frankly, really cool - THAT got the sub!! Great stuff man!!! 😀 *EDIT* if I do ever choose to use a fuel cleaner type thing, I'll use GUMOUT and tell them Hot Rod Heaven USA sent me!! 😀

[@michaelcraven7217]

Ha, yeah its a reward for watching it all! 🤣

[@johnanthony5931]

"Crazy to look at something that you built" we all drive cars or ride in cars. Imagine that. Looking at a car you built.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Its something else!

[@peaceprayer595]

Wow...love your car bro. That is absolutely the best FFR dash I've seen. Totally Exceptional!

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thank you so much. I was pretty proud with how the dash turned out too.

[@SD70ACE-]

Beautiful build, I wouldn't change a thing..

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree!

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thank you :)

[@ironreed2654]

If it didn't sound much, much worst than the Coyote an Ecoboost would of been plenty of engine for how heavy those are.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Yeah I have heard of a few guys wanting to do it. There is a cool video of a superformance GT40 with one.

[@delusionalderk3716]

This car is insane!! Great video!!

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thank you, yeah they killed it on the video.

[@xiborgh]

This is my dream build. If my dad is around by the time I have money saved to build one I’ll sell my 2013 5.0 and fund it to have a dream build with pops: thanks for sharing: your car is incredible man.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thank you and tat would be a very memorable project to do with your dad. Hopefully you can make that happen.

[@MrAtaripitbull]

Fantastic Cobra ! I love your engine, trans, axle, interior, paint and wheel combo. I've always wanted to build one and I even ordered the Factory 5 catalog, but with 2 kid's in college and one more in 4 year's, it's going to be a while till I can get a chance..

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thank you. Yeah its quite an undertaking, gotta make it work with life. That's for sure.

[@BKMDano17]

Better have 40 50 k and lots of fabrication experience. Nothing but nothing goes together like it's supposed to on this car. You will be grinding bending hammering re-drilling you name it this car is a nightmare Nothing fits nothing lines up it's actually a pretty crappy kit they just advertise the s*** out of it so people think that they're really good. The reality is to get them to look this nice you're going to have about 60 Grand or more into it

[@michaelcraven7217]

@@BKMDano17 I disagree with some of that. The kit is far from perfect but for the cost of it I think its fair. It would be 2-3x what it costs to get there. If you do any research you know its not without some work. Also I didnt really have any fab experience.

[@TheJuan_N_0nly]

Nice car regardless what motor.. It gets the job done and most people just wanna go fast 🤷‍♂️..

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thanks, yeah it for sure does that!

[@petrolhead8851]

Dude that guy did a great job at building such a beautiful cobra, I love the color, wheel choice, and I especially love the coyote engine, that thing moves out!!!

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thank you I really appreciate it!

[@robsnizzle7]

That things SICK!!!!!

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thank you very much.

[@arkas150]

If I was to build a Cobra, I would want it to look EXACTLY like this! Beauty!

[@michaelcraven7217]

Wow thank you.

[@bdogjr7779]

Wow👍Perfect Fun Machine🔥🔊😎☮

[@michaelcraven7217]

Much appreciated.

[@calebgeremia]

This channel is so underrated, here since 1k subscribers!! remember me!

[@HotRodHeavenUSA]

Thank you so much! Really appreciate the support 🙏

[@michaelcraven7217]

You an OG Sub!

[@autofanaticcars]

Beautiful build Factory Fives Re awesome i hear. I had a Backdraft and hated it years ago

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thank you. What did you hate about the backdraft?

[@autofanaticcars]

@@michaelcraven7217 the doors were very fragile and the chassis jittered so badly over the slightest bumps bouncing the steering wheel in my hands it just was awful. I also drove brand new Superformance cars but still think ERA, Kirkham and Factory Five drive best.

[@michaelcraven7217]

I have never driven a backdraft but I cant get over how high they sit. Looks like an off road cobra, once you see it you cant unsee it.

[@Robert-mn8gc]

Super Impressive Build . 👏 Wheels , Color Scheme. Xcellent

[@michaelcraven7217]

Appreciate it. All fun but challenging decisions.

[@Robert-mn8gc]

There's a company in Australia building these with a tub chassis, instead of the tube chassis . Much better & stronger & stiffness is better again

[@michaelcraven7217]

@@Robert-mn8gc Its cool that the car can continue to evolve.

[@jimbranch7312]

Nice, if I owned it they'd take my license and arrest me.

[@HotRodHeavenUSA]

that's what I'm saying lol

[@michaelcraven7217]

I might have been lucky so far. It's inevitable.

[@stephenmaher9067]

I love this level project. He made really solid choices. Good job.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thank you very much.

[@kavinskysmith4094]

500 horsepower in a car that barely had 300 when new and the guys who had them said dont hot rod them, the chasis cant handle it, jesus that is crazy as the car was so hot that one of the stories I read about one of them, this beautiful dark blue one had a guy who had bought a 427 corvette was switching into it the salesmen himself told him hey be careful this has alot more power than the car your coming out of and he crashed it on the drive home, car survived though, like whatever that guy does, DONT let other people drive that thing lol and props for the engine choice, as I was wondering what a modern ford block would do in one namely the GT350 motor however with the flat plain crank.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Yeah the guys racing these things back in the 60s had some grit! To say the least.

[@adrianlindsay3194]

Wicked, love the look and sound. Great build! Thanks for building and thanks for the video!

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thank you and I agree they did a great job with the viedo!

[@superglx7028]

My Dad built the MKII back in 2003 took him 1 year he left it unpainted because of us 4 boys and then ended up getting it painted black with grey stripes.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Wow one year is FAST.

[@superglx7028]

Story time 101 my parents ended up getting a divorce I don't know full detail because at the time I was 14 but my mom ended up getting the cobra so my dad ended going to his friends house and the put a stock 80's 5.0 H.O motor in it lol and then said here you go it's just a car. 😎

[@midnighthoon788]

amazing work of art! love the color combo!

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thanks, color was such a tough choice.

[@midnighthoon788]

@@michaelcraven7217 you are welcome! yeaaah! you have to take everything into account before choosing it.

[@michaelcraven7217]

@@midnighthoon788 Exactly!

[@midnighthoon788]

another nice color , imo , would be white with silver stripes and same color rims , with bourbun red interior :)

[@r.blacky341]

The colour is timles fantastic!! The wheels are perfect and looks unbelivebel!! This car is in 100 years a perfect car,big engine dream Design very light wight, what you need more from a perfect car?? Big RESPECT!! a Master work for all times!! Sorry for my bad english best wish Reiner from Germany

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thank you very much for the kind words. Your English is perfectly fine, appreciate the love from over there!

[@TheMugwump1]

I always wanted something like this growing up. Now that I'm a bit older, and have a bit of seat time on tracks, I would kill myself in this car. That's a stunning build. It's timeless. It will look fantastic in 20 years.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thank you very much. Its definitely a car that can "bite" you if you are not careful!

[@63DW89A]

Always thought some of these should have been built with the Indy 2.65Liter (159 cid) Offenhauser Turbo, dialed down to about 650 HP from the normal 900 to 1000 HP! Can you spell ROCKET!

[@michaelcraven7217]

That would be an interesting combo.

[@bigd835]

best looking car ever created.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Its up there for sure!

[@nobu104]

めちゃくちゃ渋いコブラじゃないの！アメリカ人ならクールって言うよね！俺もそう思うよ！ 見た目は大人だしエンジンからオーディオは現代風にしてるしこの車でドライブしたら気持ちよさそうだ。車はこうでなくっちゃね。電気自動車は嫌いだ！😉

[@michaelcraven7217]

Haha, thank you! Appreciate the kind words.

[@coryholbrook4643]

The side exhaust made the Coyote motor sound good for once!!!

[@michaelcraven7217]

Haha so true.

[@freedomisntfree_44]

It sounds good with the right exhaust period. Kids just straight pipe them often

[@coryholbrook4643]

@@freedomisntfree_44 maybe, but from what I’ve seen they’re just obnoxiously loud and raspy. Can’t say I care too much for the way any of the modern V8’s sound and it’s not because I’m some die hard old school gear head. They just all, LT1, Hemi, Coyote, have this blatty… unrefined noise emanating from them. Don’t know how much modern exhaust systems can change from “the old days”. Now I do know these engines run at compression ratios deemed race only just a couple decades ago, all over 11:1, which does contribute to the sharpness of their sound but still, obnoxious is obnoxious… and I’ve got a 383 SBC that breathes through a 3.5” exhaust with only a 14” sound absorbing muffler!

[@freedomisntfree_44]

@@coryholbrook4643 many of the older engines had a larger displacement as well, but I’m with you. Can’t beat the sound of the old carbureted stuff. Especially walking up to a big block shaking the ground at idle

[@polygamous1]

Still the True King of All Muscle cars by far, Looks amazing goes like a rocket, on top you do Not need a mortgage to service n maintain it, who can ask for more? Not me guys

[@michaelcraven7217]

Yeah its a pretty good mix of all of that!

[@georgespalding7640]

My Gawd, the attention to DETAIL on this car is amazing. This could be the BEST 65 Cobra KIT build in the Country right now. I grew up admiring the original Cobras, so this is much appreciated.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Man that's about the biggest compliment I've received. Thank you very much.

[@genefogarty5395]

Could've saved a ton of cash and weight with a 2.3 Cozzy turbo motor, 350 whp and about half the weight of a coyote. Sounds just as good, if not meaner and nothing's better than beating an 8 with a 4. I just built one on the giggle gas for a 33 glass bodied tube framed Willys gasser, the looks from the people it leaves behind are priceless.

[@michaelcraven7217]

That would have been different. They do make it really easy to put the Coyote in one.

[@grizzle273463]

Jaw dropping gorgeous. You have a great knowledge and talent to build for yourself a great treasure and it shows. CONGRATS. I sincerely you hope you enjoy it for many years as you have earned it. BRAVO AND CHEERS!

[@michaelcraven7217]

Wow thank you Gary.

[@paulvarrieur976]

The mustang crappy exhaust note you are referring to is the ford firing order 1-5-4-2-6-7-8, which lends itself to a not so pleasant tone. The side pipes help mitigate this.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Yeah they give a whole different tone.

[@johnwillis4706]

I'll keep my 65 Cobra with it's SC/AC 427 side oiler. They only thing not stick is the 5 speed tranny and the wheels and tires.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Yeah that's a very cool car too. Just different style.

[@1ltcap]

i own a 2012 gt. i like it and the way it sounds with shelby mufflers. but./.....to your comment.....most coyote powered stangs sound like screaming garbage. this cobra? it sounds sooo dam good it sent chills down my spine. i wanna build one now.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Yeah there are plenty that sound good but with as little muffler as the cobra has I was surprised it was that good. Also, do it.... build one!

[@AKlover]

Curious what insurance is like costs-wise and how they determine value?

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thats a big "it depends". I have an agreed value. Sometimes the insurance company will ask for receipts or some proof of how you got to the number. The other very big factor is how you get it titled. Florida kind of screwed me bc its a "2021". Insurance is a LOT cheaper if its a 60s car on the title. You also have mileage restrictions and cannot be your primary car, etc. I pay about $1200 a year.

[@endokrin7897]

The owner is a cop, right?

[@CKirk2727]

Stunning Work, so well thought out on all aspects. I have to say , that Dash is one of the Best I've ever seen. As a Retired Aerospace Quality Inspector for 30+ Years that was so Well Done. I'm not sure what your Profession is, but You should think about going into the Car Building, if nothing else Manufacturing those Dashes would make you a wealthy man. Thanks for all the information and what a truly wonderful achievement !!!

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thank you, that is a very kind complement. I do have an engineering degree, probably helps the way I think.

[@Nicholas_Triumph_Thruxton]

Beautiful...but let's talk money. How much did this set you back? Also, I like how these guys don't have visible tattoos.

[@michaelcraven7217]

I don't get the tattoo comment?

[@wompa70]

Great looking car. "600 miles in four days" Having a museum piece might be OK for some people but cars are meant to be driven.

[@michaelcraven7217]

It was a blast too. Drive for hours. Eat. Drive for hours. Eat. Hangout. Sleep. Repeat.

[@tbmike23]

The coyote is a great race engine, it isn't a great drag engine. It's good flat out on the track at high revs, off the line is another story. You're waiting until 3k for any usable torque, and up to 5k for decent power to kick in. Viper motors regularly torch them on any road despite having less total power, because they get more power at low revs and for longer duration.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Yeah its not perfect but very fun. 5k to 8k it screams

[@tylersierra25]

Im a local in orlando …ive been here all my life i know I’m a stranger but id love to pay this guy like a $100 bucks for an hour of his time… cause I’m about to get into the motion of considering buying a full kit but ive never been in one before while driving or in the passenger seat and id love to pic this guys brain on the pros and cons of the process and to definitely shorten that 3 year time frame if thats possible then id be more than happy to zelle you as well for connecting us….id love to keep this guy as a reference for whenever i do buy it I can just hire him for advice !

[@michaelcraven7217]

Hey man, just now getting back to this. Hit me up with a DM on IG. Happy to chat with you.

[@antikristuseke]

I'd love to do a Facory Five cobra kit with a voodoo, but then I look at my potential budget and stop thinking about it. This is an excellent build tho, props.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Yeah that would be cool and a few people have done it. I think for had lots of challenges with getting it balanced. Part of the reason you cant get it as a crate motor.

[@Jeezey]

Totally agree about the exhaust note. I bought a 2020 Coyote crate engine for my project. I’m torn as to what muffler to run, because I don’t like the way new mustangs sound as opposed to a smallblock with Flowmasters.

[@michaelcraven7217]

How did it end up sounding for you?

[@nabeelsoofie3847]

U go guy... a certain manufacturer started from d gsrage n now takes on d big boys.. my goal wud be simple low weight hi powr ther4 hi powr to mass ratio

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thanks, I think!

[@TheHighestGodisGood]

How much does it cost to build? $100,000?

[@michaelcraven7217]

It was under that.

[@1anre]

So he transplanted a Chevy LS coyote in his ford & people wanted to throw shit at him? The car looks sick, wish they went over build costs as well, since he went over the 3yr timeline it took him to complete this.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thank you. The coyote is a ford engine. Its what's in the mustang GTs since 2011 (and an f150 option). The breakdown of the build cost is a little more complicated.

[@RevengeAvenger]

The Coyotes aren't annoying anymore. Side pipes fellas.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Hahaha! You need to hear it in person too!

[@jtorres670]

Awesome car brother. What's the cost of building something like that?

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thanks. Hit me up on IG. my_cobra_build

[@flox8342]

freggin amazing combo, would have gone for jackstand hooks front and back tho :)

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thanks, yeah I debated the quick jacks but went with the deleted look to be more simple.

[@BabyMandingo]

You have to have mufflers on a mustang. Yall are right, they sound like crap straight piped

[@michaelcraven7217]

Agreed!

[@uptownsamcv]

DAYUM THAT CAR IS SEXY!! I live in the central Florida area, hope to see it around...

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thanks. I get a around to local car events with it pretty regularly.

[@p.c.3040]

So sad.... This kit is not possible to be driven in germany..... This ride is damn nice 👌👌🤙🤙

[@michaelcraven7217]

Well that stinks!

[@WarDaddy72]

About ballpark did this build cost? Not to be rude? Just very curious as to being able to afford one.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Reach out to me on IG. My_cobra_build

[@slim56100]

“American muscle car”, hope you realise the original Cobras were British.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Yeah I always think that's very ironic that its so known to be Americana but has the UK roots.

[@rokk144]

Congrats on your build bro! It's amazing! I desire to build a ffr daytona coupe, thank you for the inspiration! Edit: PS: I saw your ring, Love and Light

[@jrparker4804]

These little cars are cool! Nice

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thanks

[@Alllivesmatter24]

I would like to do one using my trailblazer SS AWD LS2 drive line

[@michaelcraven7217]

I think that would be a better fit in Factory Five's truck kit.

[@jiriza84641]

I know that guy from FL, Very well built car with very nice upgrades.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Oh do you?? 🤣

[@CHMichael]

The only 100% accepted kit car. Too bad there aren't more companies that allow it.

[@seanholley4601]

Sweet Video. I believe I have seen this car in person at a Central Florida show.

[@michaelcraven7217]

She gets around to the local events!

[@bryancorts5389]

Sexy car! I think I remember seeing you in Daytona Beach with this ride. Fun times!

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thank you, I have not had it over to Daytona yet but need to!

[@alpi57]

Nice build. Certainly to be proud of. Love the 5 point harness. Tired of seeing hot rods with mega horsepower and a lap belt or no belt at all. High powered coffins is what they are.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Yeah Its not a safe car in general so figured I would do it right with belts.

[@MrHiBeta]

The City of Tampa wants the Bruce B. Downs street sign back.

[@michaelcraven7217]

That was legally obtained years ago, I think they swapped all those old styles out for modern ones.

[@yashwagh83]

How does it sound so throaty and bassy, that's great. Usually Coyotes sound shallow and raspy.

[@michaelcraven7217]

Yeah it really is killer with these side pipes

[@alonzocruz5861]

Congratulations 🎊 👏 💐 🥳 on an awesome build!!! Viva America 🇺🇸!!!

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thank you.

[@mrcontroversy222]

got this recommended.. love the video and LOVE THE HAT!

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thanks, a little FF representation.

[@C.Fecteau-AU-MJ13]

I need one of these in my life... But I'd go for a coupe, you really need a roof where I live.

[@michaelcraven7217]

A cobra with a hardtop or a Daytona Coupe?

[@khuramsayeed8429]

Kickass car kick ass video awesome thank you!

[@michaelcraven7217]

Thank you. Yeah they killed it with the viedo.

[@HotRodHeavenUSA]

Thanks!