ORIGINAL COBRAS Part 2: 1 of 5 FIA Original 1964 289 Shelby Cobra at Willow Springs | EP25

Imagine you're Ken Miles, 60 years ago, driving a 1964 FIA 289 Shelby Cobra on the racetrack. Nicole joins Cobra icon Lynn Park at Willow Springs International Raceway as a guest of the Cobra Owners Club, where Nicole experiences solo driving the legendary one-of five, 450-horsepower race car. For comparision, Lynn and son Steve offer Nicole another bucket-list thrill-a 500+ horsepower 2010 Special Competition Continuation 427 Shelby Cobra. Emboldened with a new Simpson fire suit, Nicole experiences the difference in throttle response, gearing, and torque on the track.
Check out EPISODE 20, featuring Lynn's mind-blowing collection of ORIGINAL COBRAS: • ORIGINAL COBRAS Part 1...
MORE ABOUT LYNN PARK: Lynn's long-time relationship with Carroll Shelby and Shelby American began in 1962. Now a legend in his own right, Lynn is today's living authority on Shelby Cobras, owning more than 50 originals over 6 decades. Lynn and his two sons, Steve and Tim, regularly race three 289s from the collection and can be seen at historic vintage racing events around the country.
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[@Slingshotgixxer]

No silly music, no boring voice over, just an amazing V8 soundtrack and great camera angles, you know your audience, thank you so much. What a epic day that must have been!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

It was awesome!! Thank you for watching...we're glad you enjoyed!!

[@simullane7836]

@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour So grefull for you to let the cars talk for the self on the track. As always top film.

[@tripzincluded8087]

'right ?' -i could feel every grain of sand, the vrooming of the engine- (::).. [wauwie]

[@SuperchargedShift]

I was going to comment this but took the words from my mouth

[@johndean2110]

​@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour awesome video. Are you going to do a future video in a Ford GT40?

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you, again, Lynn for an unreal, bucket-list opportunity to drive two Cobras on the track. I was high for two days after shooting this episode... came home just dazed by what we had just filmed! For those who didn't catch the first episode with Lynn, check it out here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rWO7d5SondOGpLc Please subscribe if you haven't already. ❤ All of you reading this, and watching our channel, make experiences like this possible. ❤

[@Jeff-xn1ew]

Thank you for sharing your bucket list. You are a inspiration to many! 🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@mickylawless1941]

My first experience with a Cobra was the Gumball Rally movie back in 1976 when I was 16. I was hooked. A couple years later, friends and I went to a huge car auction at the Seattle Coliseum. Wandering around Porsches, Ferraris and other European exotics was great fun. And then my dream came true, there it was, a blue 427 Cobra. It creates such an emotion inside of me to this day. In fact, 3 days ago, 3 replicas drove down Main Street of Bozeman Montana and my heart started beating a bit faster. The only other to get my heart beating like that is my beautiful wife! Great video as always Cheers! Cheers!

[@gairnmclennan5876]

Thank you! The drone shots are awesome 👍

[@AmbientMusicStudio]

The small block Cobra is a car of my dreams. Everything about it was perfect.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Glad you enjoyed watching!! Thank you!!

[@funkyfurballs1078]

A dream come true! You deserve these special moments for all you do!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much...we appreciate that!!

[@johnnyo5993]

I got goosebumps watching this one ...Rest in peace Carroll and Ken 🙏 thanks for the memories...great job Nicole ❤🥰🏴‍☠️🏁

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you, JohnnyO!

[@tobiasporsch9129]

Best episode! Not only goosebumps😂 The 289 was grazy…, listening the 427 on the track is like an inferno❤ Very cool rides, thank you!

[@GregoryBamber]

Thanks Nicole. I have loved the Cobras for about 50 +years.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

You're welcome...we appreciate you watching!!

[@PrinceAlhorian]

Mr Park letting one of his Cobra's slither out of his snake pit for Nicole to drive, a true privilege. And Nicole, you truly did the car justice, i think Shelby and Miles were smiling as you drove.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much!! We appreciate you watching!!

[@jskyg68]

It's like hitting the lottery, you could sell tickets with the chance to drive these as the prize and make millions.

[@3ducs]

The possessive of Cobra is Cobra's, the plural is Cobras. Predictive text always puts apostrophes in the wrong places. AI is artificial but it sure isn't intelligent.

[@StudioSevenG]

Bucket-list experience right there. We are all envious, Nicole. 🙂 @NicoleJohnsonsDetour

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

@@3ducs You came here to worry about grammar?! You should get out more!

[@Autocar87]

When she was shifting the 427, did anyone else hear the soundtrack from Bullitt when McQueen was shifting his mustang chasing the Charger? Awesome video Nicole. Your genuine enthusiasm radiates to us. Keep the awesome videos coming please.

[@michaelbadami8579]

Good ear and eye Autocar87. Bullitt's audio and picture cutting are a major inspiration for 'Track Born' and many other Detour episodes 😉

[@dennisyoung4631]

Yes, bullitt was running a “mighty 390.” Someone was comparing the “big’un 427” noise to a truck. I’m thinking more 1967 NASCAR or CanAm, maybe.

[@Jeff-xn1ew]

Wow that sound! No turbo, no super charger, just pure muscle. Gets me warm and fuzzy.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Cool!! Thank you for watching!!

[@samalston8193]

Nothing beats the sound and feel of a big block ground pounder. Why run a small block at 8500 rpms when you can do with a big block at 4500. Massive torque.

[@ClassicTrialsChannel]

Beautiful sound. Never get tired of hearing those engines. The 289 is the best of the two

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Glad you enjoyed watching! Thanks for the comment!!

[@kellyhinkelman8591]

A man and a woman movie .330 duration cam sick 13500 rpm! 289 had lost wax instead of sandcast in 68 later blocks

[@N-Scale]

That little 289 is exactly the way I would love to own one. Used and still a killer car !!!! Love ya Girl !!!!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you!! We appreciate you watching!!

[@N-Scale]

@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour I have a meager 2008 Bullitt Mustang but it is a salvage title and I share it with kids at every car show. I went to automotive school in 1972 but life changed my coarse and at 68 years old , I was able to finally get a performance car and I love to share it with EVERYONE. It is a S197 sleeper and I just drive the wheels off her. Her name is Lisa (my wifes middle name and her grandmothers first name). Some folks Know her as "GOIN GREEN" Love to have you tell my little story !!! LOVE what you do. Mike Fifer Las Cruces New Mexico

[@FuzzyWCTX]

Get me 1 lap drive in that 289 and you have all the support you want! Hot car and a hot lady!

[@NaruSanavai]

The 289 sounds better, imo.

[@mindeloman]

I remember reading a story some years ago. Could've been posted here on YT. Commenter's dad was a Ford High Performance salesman at a Ford dealer. A dentist came in saying he wanted to test drive and buy a 427 cobra. His dad steered him toward a 289 cobra but the dentist was adamant he wanted the 427 and wouldn't take no for an answer. So he agreed, but first he was going to take him for a test ride in a 427. When they got back the dentist was noticeable shaken and said, "I think you're right. I probably need to check out the 289 cobra" to which his dad said, "This is the 289 cobra." lol

[@bubbacomputer]

The 1964 FIA 289 is an absolute beauty, there's something so pure and soulful about every scratch, nick, and wear spot on that car. This was absolutely what they were meant for, to be used, enjoyed, and raced, not to sit in a garage 99.9% of the time. It was so cool to see this car in action still doing its thing all these years later. Thank you for the awesome video!!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you for watching...we're glad you enjoyed!!

[@manuelgonzalez5508]

Nice to see somebody as humble as you driving these historic cars 👍nobody better than you to represent thanks for the video😊

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you!! We appreciate you watching!!!

[@jefftarwood4594]

I have drooled over Cobras since their inception. Any and all of them. Once again Ms. Johnson finds another opportunity for us old guys to live our passions through her!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We're so glad you enjoyed watching...much appreciate it!!

[@bghoody5665]

This video made me realize I am a hopeless engine noise junkie and wow was my addiction fed today. Thank you, thank you, thank you for those two long, uninterrupted driving sessions without voice over or unnecessary music. I have to agree with Lynn, Nicole is a rockstar.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you!! We're so glad you enjoyed watching!!

[@The_Repair_Shop]

When you're a genuine, humble, well informed true believer like Nicole, people like Lynn love to share their passion with you. Thanks to you both for bringing us along on another great adventure.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much for watching...we're glad you enjoyed it!!

[@infledermaus]

I would give up a body part to spend an afternoon with Mr. Park. It's about the cars, but also the legendary history of the Cobra and he has the details! I've had a boner for Cobras for just about 60 years now. My favorite sports car since the days of the Honey West TV in 1963-1964. I've never ridden in one. 😢

[@maydieh]

Old is definitely Gold..❤❤❤

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Yes it is!! Thanks for watching!!

[@erhabik]

I love Lynne. He's spot on! Nicole's a BEAST behind the wheel!!!!! You ARE a Rockstar!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Yes..we agree!! We love him too!! Thank you so much for watching!!

[@mikemmikem2758]

I'm 78 and my bucket list was Willow Springs so thanks for the ride. Another top notch production so thanks to all.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Our pleasure! We're so glad you enjoyed watching..we appreciate it!!

[@velocityjet1884]

Gave me goosebumps watching these Cobra's go around the circuit, way to go Nicole great driving skills, and the sound of a v8 grunting and singing

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Glad you enjoyed it!!!!

[@blankczechz]

My dad had a chance to buy a 289 Cobra from a guy who was going through a divorce in the '60's. He chose to buy his shop instead. He believed 289 Cobra as a car was the perfect blend of power, weight, and balance. 60 years later and the Cobra is still a benchmark automobile.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Yes it is!! Thank you so much for sharing with us!!

[@edwardfletcher7790]

I keep coming back to watch this video, those laps with just the engine noise are simply gorgeous....👍 This show should win a cinematography award for this episode ! WOW

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We're so glad you like it...thank you!!!

[@jimcabezola3051]

Wow! It was wonderful to experience the 289 and 427 Cobras back-to-back. That 289 would be my pick, even with its leaf springs in the back. That 427 sounded like a truck, didn't it? Wow! Mahalo for your video! Aloha!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Aloha!! Thank you so much for watching!! We appreciate the comment!!

[@jeremyb4493]

I thought the same thing, the 289 sounded much better to me. Not that the tone matters in racing lol

[@johnbriggs3916]

Never mind the back, it's the leaf spring at the front that worries me 😉

[@jimcabezola3051]

@@johnbriggs3916 I'd forgotten about the front. I've become so inured to C4, C5, C6 and C7 Corvettes having this type of suspension that I'd totally spaced out the AC cars had that, too.

[@johnbriggs3916]

​@jimcabezola3051 Yes, the mk III Cobra with the 427 engine changed to coil over shocks all round in 1965 -- 55 years before the Corvette 😅 The front transverse leaf spring is the reason the engine is back behind the front axle -- making the car technically mid-engined.

[@dcxplant]

Your reaction to his nasty black Cobra in the garage when you started it up and rev'd made me heart smile. What content, again!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you..glad you enjoyed watching!

[@justsomeguy1141]

Nicole is just one of the coolest women on the planet

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you!! That's very nice!!

[@petermoller8337]

Can she come to The Bend in South Australia, and do a long lap?

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

@@petermoller8337 I'm not sure what The Bend is, but I'm the first woman to finish King of the Hammers... does that count?! would love to come to Oz one day... so many great cars there!

[@bobuncle8704]

After your tour of his shop, I didn’t think things could get any better. Well, I was wrong. What an episode. Those must be my two most meaningful dream cars ever. That FIA car was built the year I was born. This is simply and amazing video. Thank you so very much.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

You're welcome!! We appreciate you watching..glad you enjoyed!!

[@kana4114]

I was smiling right along with you! What an amazing experience for you! The "fly-by" sounds are awesome!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

[@bob-cd1lv]

I swear, every time I watch her drive I have the same ear to ear smile and watery eyes. The feeling just from watching it is amazing, I could just imagine what she's experiencing from actually being in the drivers seat, its truly amazing! Awesome video! Keep up the amazing work!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much...we're glad you enjoy watching!!

[@DenisKz]

You are now legendary Nichole, although you always where. I love your energy!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much!!

[@thomasbruns2914]

Content like this is why KZbin exists. Absolute perfection. I was thinking yesterday it was about time for a new episode and Nicole and her team did not disappoint. And Nicole: You belong in front of a camera. You have “it”. Charm. Charisma. And you are GOOD! Well done.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you...that's very nice! We appreciate you watching..glad you enjoyed!!

[@ronjanzen8900]

Love it Nicole, Cobras are simply iconic. So great that they are still being raced.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We're so glad you like it...thank you for the comment!!

[@HandyDan]

Man that sounds so good! What an iconic legend. Congratulations, we can see your appreciation for driving one of 5 cars in the world!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you!! We're glad you enjoyed watching!!

[@Wayne_Nero]

OMG! I loved just the sound of the race car around the track, great to see you back in a cobra 🐍 the suit is FIRE!! Wow Simpson keeping you classy ❤❤

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you!! We're so glad you enjoyed watching!!

[@calstankey4131]

Sure, I’m enthralled by the cars, but I can’t get over how gorgeous you look in your race suit, Nicole!

[@m118lr]

She suits up VERY well..undoubtedly.

[@arm_luvr1002]

Incredible Nicole, omg the memories you'll have forever

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much for watching!! Glad you enjoyed!!

[@jasonselinger]

I'm not sure, but I think you might have the greatest job in the world. Great interviews, great driving and genuine enthusiasm. This is a great KZbin channel.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Wow, thank you! All of us at Detour truly appreciate that!! Glad you enjoyed!!

[@user-od9iz9cv1w]

What a great experience. Thanks for taking us along.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Our pleasure for sure!! Glad you enjoyed the ride!!

[@Scout4x]

What I'd give to drive that Cobra around Willow Springs!? I am incredibly jealous of you, Nicole! The sound of that engine gave me goose bumps!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you!! We're glad you could enjoy the ride with us!!

[@chrisbike77]

......as if in Ken Miles' footsteps....massive thx to Johnsons & Parks for making this video happen🙏☀️👍

[@GlenTheGuesser]

For me, the sound of the FIA going around the track was the best. Don't get me wrong, I'd love to take a few laps in either. What an amazing day. Thanks for posting!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We're so glad you enjoyed watching!!!

[@VTX1800MC]

❤ the new suit, it’s cute 😊

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you...we love it too!!

[@58raceguy]

Nicole, this must have been an absolute thrill for you and it’s so incredible of Mr. Park and his sons to let you bring us this episode. You did an awesome job behind the wheel, enjoying it, yet showing such respect. He’s 100% right, you are a rock star! I’ve been watching them run their cars at Laguna Seca for decades and the FIA car is that one that always draws me in. Sure, all of the cars are wonderful, but the history, the well-earned visible wear, and the dedicated maintenance on that one really shows their passion for these cars and tells such a great story. Thank you both for starting my day off so well. I can’t wait for the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion next month!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much!! It was an amazing experience and one I will never forget!! We're very grateful to Lynn for giving us this beautiful day!! Glad you enjoyed watching!

[@cobrasteve414]

I, too, love the responsiveness of the small block Ford V-8. Your video definitely captures the spirit of both big and small block Shelby-AC Cobras, and kudos to you and your team for this excellent presentation. Not being kin to the Rockefeller family, I bought my Cobra replica kit in 1987...took 3.5 years to complete as I paid cash along the way. Even worked several part-time jobs to buy parts and worked on friend's cars to help finance my "dream"...never took a penny out of the household budget. Every nut and bolt I put on the car and rebuilt the engine myself, but I did not rebuild its Toploader 4-speed or the 3.50 Traction-Lok rear end. Being a "soldier in the war on poverty", I even squirted the paint on the car myself. Museum quality? Nope. Concours winner? Not even close! Car was built to be driven and not a garage queen. Most fun part of the build process was the circle of friends which was created. We called ourselves the Cobra Clan. I surrounded myself with friends (Ford enthusiasts, electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical engineers, etc.) who knew more than I. When there were questions about each step, they were there to offer their advice. If two of them agreed, that was the pathway forward. Strange as it may seem, when I took my completed creation for its inaugural drive which was exhilarating, I was left with an empty feeling as I sat on the garage floor against the closed garage door. I was full of emotions as I listened to the hot metal "tinking" as it cooled and smelling the off gassing of the painted engine and side pipes. Popping open my first beer I tried to take inventory of these emotions. Upon opening the second beer, it finally struck me. It was the journey (build process), not the destination! No wonder why so many gearheads build a custom car, sell it at a loss, only to repeat the process.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much for sharing with us!! Love your story!!

[@gsrae1199]

Still enjoy watching this video. Never gets old.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you..we appreciate that!!

[@nudaveritas6322]

Dear Lady.....always fantastic episodes..................

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed watching!!

[@sorshiaemms5959]

Awesome cars always a favorite what great vintage Cobras built to drive

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Couldn't agree more! Thank you for watching!!

[@davect01]

Perfect timing, right before heading off to work I get to watch Nicole drive a sexy car

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Awesome!! Thank you so much!!

[@ianhardin1148]

What a fantastic experience! Getting to drive the FIA 289 AND the 427! And I just saw on Facebook where you met my friend Lucky Buggah and Porkchop the BEAT CANCER bus! He's got some neat vehicles (including a VW powered can-am looking racer)! He'd be a fun episode of Detour!

[@bobadams179]

Kudos to your drone pilot. Great shots from the sky. I'm surprised that the drone was able to keep up.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Yes...we agree!! Thank you so much for watching!!

[@jamesdellaneve9005]

Same here.

[@m118lr]

…exactly. WHAT drone specifically CAN fly that fast?

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

@@m118lr We use a DJI FPV drone that claims to be capable of flying 90 mph!

[@JimPekarek]

Love the aerial shots!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you...we're glad you enjoyed watching!!

[@RuralRoute3]

LOVE the ponytail in the wind down the front straight at 15_...!!!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Haha...Glad you enjoyed!!

[@psbii]

I had the opportunity to drive a 289 Cobra on some nice windy roads on the coast of Maine many years ago, and I've never forgotten that experience. Wow, what a great drive. I've been a Cobra fan since maybe 1968 when there was an article in Playboy magazine, "Charmed by a Snake". I can't even imagine a 427. My daughter has promised to buy me one when she gets rich.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much for watching!!

[@RMhoneybadger]

Don’t think I’ve ever liked a video faster. Magic video NJD team!❤

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much!! We're so glad you liked it!!

[@RMhoneybadger]

@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour you’re welcome. Again, awesome editing and love seeing NJ behind the wheel. Said it before, will say again, you can’t learn mechanical sympathy. Mr Park is just such a great and enthusiastic owner. Legendary video right here😊

[@lilorbielilorbie2496]

RMhoneybadger I Always click the like button before I even watch the video, cause I know it 's gonna be a good one.

[@michaelabrams1244]

Just when you think an experience can't get any better you hear "Wanna drive it on the track?". Wow! That is the definition of next level! Which one made you feel more cautious?? So cool... Thanks for sharing Nicole!!!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

I had an immense respect for both!! Once in the driver's seat I was totally focused on driving!! Thank you so much for watching!!

[@stever9441]

@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour Well, silly, you're always totally focused on the driving! It's awesome:D

[@artemiasalina1860]

Very kind-hearted and generous guy.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Yes..we couldn't agree more!!! Thank you for your comment!!

[@vipstarizm6990]

He had me at the Ken Miles comment 😂. Gave me goosebumps on my goosebumps.... That sound when you hit the straight OMG. I could listen to that all day long ❤

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We're so glad you enjoyed it!! Thank you for watching!!

[@Slowride1369]

Great channel just love your conent❤❤❤❤❤ keep the great work ❤❤❤❤❤

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much! We appreciate that!!

[@wirekat]

The video of the driving was over the top. Awesome footage and editing. Of course the driving was pretty terrific as well. You are one lucky lady.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much!! We're glad you enjoyed watching!!

[@TheOtherBill]

What an amazing experience that must have been. I'll never be able to afford a Cobra so now I have to go watch the movie. Again.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Yes...it was amazing!! Thank you so much for watching!!!

[@kellymeade4587]

That’s so awesome…. that would be a dream of a lifetime for me and most people , and you got to experience this! This is beyond cool!!! My dad made me a big dirt track in the red clay of the NC foothills as a kid . I learned to handle a go-kart around 10 yrs old. When I got my drivers license, I drove his ‘65 Galaxie with a 390 FE to High School. This would be reliving my youth. This is so magical Nicole! 🐍💪💯🤩

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much...we appreciate you watching!!

[@alarconsantos4894]

Parabéns Nicole ,experiencia maravilhoso o som deste v8 e como uma simfonia para os ouvidos aproveite

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much for watching!!

[@anthonyfunderburk7871]

You're awesome 👌

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you!! We appreciate you watching!!

[@jessicasorl]

You have great taste in cars!! I’m Building a Untouched barn find 1972 Trans Am with a racing history. It still has tire marks on it from racing. The more I come across these unrestored rare cars, worn with perfections; the more I realize I am happy I decided to not restore it and build it back mechanically sound. Cheaper to do, and less stressful as you don’t care if it’s not perfect. I don’t even mind if I make my own tool marks, as it adds to car’s history. I was forced to add a shine new master cylinder and booster, and I already miss the patina of the old one. Keep the awesome videos coming-

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Super cool!! It's inspiring that you do what makes you happy!! Thank you for watching this episode!!

[@anthonyk3985]

Ms Johnson, it is an honour to watch and listen to your commentary on the vehicles of my era. Those were the good old days, when cars were built to last, unlike the future landfills of today. Thanks to individuals such as your self, my grand kids will understand, how beautiful our era of engineering was. Thank you dear.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

You're welcome!! We're so glad you're enjoying and we truly appreciate you watching!!

[@quinoa13]

Woo hoo!! New episode! First comment!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Woo hoo!!! TKJ-KainoaJohnson Sweet!!!

[@JimPekarek]

Coming from a car that revs to 9300, it's hilarious to me to think of 7000rpm as "high rpm". I tend to think of anything below 7k as "farm equipment" 😂

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you for watching!!

[@johnbarker5009]

More Nicole Johnson Cobra goodness! This one is a must see for sure.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much for watching!!

[@mikemmikem2758]

I agree with another viewer who said your channel has no fluff or stupid BS and it's just a video of a gal having the time of her life and loving every minute of it. Your fun is infectious.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you..that means a lot!!!

[@brianwhalen5909]

I hate to admit this on the internet, but watching (and hearing) Nicole lap both, I prefer the sound of that nasty "little" 289. I wonder what Nicole will say!?

[@mikemoxley9477]

Looks like she didn’t want to comment… I agree the 289 sounds gave a more race car feeling.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

@@mikemoxley9477 Oh I'm not afraid to comment! I prefer the 289... it's quickly becoming my favorite. Not only for its pedigree, but for its sound and throttle response.

[@robertbeirne9813]

The 289 with every rock chip, old stickers, roll bar nicks, and then , coming back with a windshield full of dead bugs, that’s a race car. And beautiful.

[@fknbastages]

Funny how the car is number 99 and it passed a Get Smart car.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Haha!! Thanks for watching!!

[@pishbot]

what a fantastic experience. nicole is a super talented driver!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed watching!!

[@miltonturner2977]

Nicole, this video was AMAZING. Back when I was a Sr. in High School (1965) I went to a Cobra Dealer on Broadway near Downtown in San Antonio Texas. I was 'drooling' on a 427 Cobra when one of the Sales guys came out to talk, I guess he figured I had a rich dad...anyway in our discussion about the car he popped me a question I will never forget. "Do you want to go for a ride in this car?" He said he was taking it out for a spin as it had sat for about a week and he wanted to exercise it. I couldn't get the YES out of my mouth any faster! He drove it out the door to the showroom and I climbed in to the passenger seat. We went down Broadway and turned to get up on the nearby highway. I'll never forget the acceleration, the car was a Beast! I've had several fast rides since then, Mustang Cobras, Camaro's, and a 1972 Black Norton Motorcycle Commando Combat (which did a sub 12 second quarter mile, 11.72 sec, 148 Mph) but nothing ever felt as powerful as the Cobra. Back then they were priced under $4000, if only I could get one for that today. I retired at the end of 2020 and I've been thinking of getting a Replica (can't afford an original). This video gives me the Urge!!! Thanks Again for reviving my memories! By the way, Carol Shelby came to Randolph Air Force Base for a celebration, can't remember the year, he was an enlisted pilot, one of the few during WW II. I got his autograph in one of my Ford Mustang Books and the Picture of him signing it. That was amazing as well!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you for sharing with us!! We appreciate you watching!!

[@burnzy3210]

I wonder how many cobra fans know its based on the British AC Ace

[@adamgilesconcoursdelegance9302]

Thanks so much Nicole.. also A big thanks to Mr Park for sharing 👌💪

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Absolutely!! Thank you for watching!!

[@boatman222345]

This brought back some great memories! Tasca Ford in Rhode Island was the first dealer in New England to have a Cobra when it was first introduced and a friend and I skipped school and drove 75 miles to see it. The car wasn't on the floor as it was still being prepped for sale but the sales guy let us go out in the shop and take a look. Brilliant red paint job and one beautiful car! Several years later in August 1966 I was part of a team that raced an MGB in the Watkins Glen 500. As luck would have it Bob Grossman of NART fame had switched from Ferrari to Cobra and he was in the next pit stall to us with the 427 Cobra in which he'd finished first in class at that year's 12 Hours of Sebring. Our MGB was forced to drop out on the 13th lap due to a faulty clutch throwout mechanism and we shifted our attention to Grossman's Cobra. Can't remember the lap number but not long after it began to rain Grossman failed to appear when the stopwatch said he should. Unsure whether he'd had a mechanical breakdown or a crash we waited for word. Some minutes later I heard the back door of the pits open and in walked Grossman covered in mud from head to toe! His quotable quote was, "Well I guess that's the end of that car!" Turned out he'd left the track at over 100 mph and the car had flipped over onto the roll bar and slid through the mud for quite a distance, scooping up mud and depositing it on Grossman! Grossman felt the car was a total write off but a year or two ago I spotted it for sale on a website. It had been totally rebuilt and the selling price was in excess of one million dollars!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Love it!! Thank you for sharing with us!!!

[@jschoenack]

Thank you for letting the car speak for itself in the driving portions. Such a different concept compared to other well known car channels.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching!

[@michaelbadami8579]

Truly great cars have wonderful voices.

[@robschaffer2189]

Once again, living vicariously through this channel... I can almost smell the exhaust, hot rubber and brakes. Thanks for bringing me along!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We're so glad you enjoyed the ride!! Thank you for watching!!

[@Johnny-tt8zc]

Awesome. No dumb music, just the song of the cobra. I’m pretty sure Nicole wants one of these.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you..we're glad you enjoyed watching!!!

[@ashylarry1589]

Love, love, LOVE that Cobra. Hi-Po 289’s one of my favorite engines. So rev happy! The two together are like peanut butter and jelly with the crust cut off 😁 I’m jelly Nicole 🤣🤣🤣

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Haha!! Understandable!! Thank you so much for watching!!

[@robertmckay694]

That is so BADASS! I have a 2004 CTS-V with the same power but I’m not ashamed to say this as my daily is a diesel Ram truck, I’m afraid to run it without traction control. I’ll put it in competition mode every once in a while but I’m not half the driver you are! The day I bought it it rained all the way home, about an hour of pure white knuckles and that’s with all the bells and whistles. Taking that thing home would’ve needed a trailer. It’s not only men that have balls/talent. Love the show!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you for sharing with us!! We appreciate you watching and very glad you enjoyed!!

[@curiousgeorge684]

Awsome...You are living my dream

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Glad you enjoyed watching!!

[@jeffprice6421]

Every car Shelby made is fantastic. Such dedication. These are my all time favorite cars. So awesome to see this. Thank you for making this video..

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We're so glad you enjoyed watching!!

[@ghw7192]

I love the cars, but for me, the best part is watching Nicole drive! She really takes you along for the ride! Great fun! Thanks!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you, I appreciate that!!

[@robertvance1873]

Nicole I have to say this you look So Awesome in your Suit you are Definitely Ready to Rock and Roll.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you..I appreciate that!!

[@robertvance1873]

@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour I appreciate everything about you, your driving skills and you as a person in general plus your totally fearless, just please always be careful it would be heartbreaking to all of us if anything ever happened to you.

[@jimlong527]

Remember it well tears in my eyes what a history of many people’s past. What a time in history we lived and it is here today.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We appreciate that...thank you for your comment!!

[@jean-pierrecayol4897]

Magnificent, and if one person was to do it it was you Nicole! Congrats! 👍

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you!! 😊 We sincerely appreciate you watching!!

[@rogermcconnell3828]

great opportunity ,generosity is of Lynn and family is phenomenal !! nothing like raw horsepower ,a ken Miles experience wow !!!!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We appreciate you watching!! Glad you like it!!

[@dznmvrk]

I love watching your enthusiasm for what you love!

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much...we appreciate that!!

[@optechperformance1733]

Wow Nicole, that video is one of your best. The way we could feel your experience is magical. What a great family the Park’ must be to let you drive those cars. My two young sons adore Cobra’s, we especially go to watch them race at the Goodwood Revival in the UK and they know the film Le Mans ‘66 by heart. Thank you once again, wonderful. Keep up the good work the Detour team

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much for the nice comment!! We're glad you enjoyed watching!!

[@whosyourmate8292]

That was such a joy to watch and hear. Thanks to Lynn and his family and thank you Nicole.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you...we're so glad you enjoyed watching!!

[@vokieman2979]

Love watching Nicole drive the Cobra's . The exhaust sound is awesome .

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Yes it is!! Thank you for watching!!

[@honestreviewer3283]

Good for you, Nicole, you obviously made a great impression on Mr. Park, and we are so fortunate that he, and you, have shared this amazing vehicle with us! Thank you both.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We're glad you enjoyed watching!!

[@mikehunn1813]

❤❤❤❤ OMG The rumble of the 427.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Glad you liked it!!

[@Mike-In-O-Town]

I absolutely adore Lynn Park for who and what he is. May he live forever. And the patina on that FIA car is absolutely priceless. I hope Nicole realizes just how special and unique it was to get to drive those two cars.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Yes..absolutely!! Thank you for your comment!!

[@ronsch81183]

Just to see and touch an FIA 289 car is a bucket list moment for me. I'd be crying tears of absolute joy being able to feel the car and experience that sound taking one around a track.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We couldn't agree more!! Thank you so much for watching!!

[@tollefjohnson4785]

What a good time! The FIA car is fun - fast and serious, but obviously fun. You can tell the 427 car means business! What a great contrast! You were getting some speed on out there! Great respect to you and your team. I so enjoy your videos and the great work you do. The sound tracks are so awesome! The symphony of engine rhythms, transmission whine and all the car noises - perfect! Thanks so much! ❤

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you for the nice review!! We're glad you enjoyed it!!

[@tonybrigner3866]

nicole you get to do what most of us only dream about you rock nicole thank you and your crew

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

We're so glad you enjoyed watching!! Thank you!!

[@churchequipped]

Damn ... that looks like fun! Killer Cobras.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Hope you're ready... we're coming for you!

[@FransvandenBergeMuziekschuur]

Congratulations on the sponsor. I wish you both a great relationship. Nicole Johnson is a great asset. She drives like the wind and she knows her technical stuff. Being the darling she is I think it will turn out to be a match in heaven.

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much for your kind remarks!!

[@FransvandenBergeMuziekschuur]

@@NicoleJohnsonsDetour I hope you will stay in the realm of vintage racecars and one offs. And occasionally visit revision, race and opholstery businesses. To show the technical side of things. A lot of men and women love good things. And understanding what makes a car tick and good mechanics is one of that. We all hate the new cars with plastic covers under the hood and arcade like dashboards that are simply dangerous. (Because they distract.).

[@mrharry8466]

That is a dream day for me. Lucky woman All the best

[@NicoleJohnsonsDetour]

Thank you so much for watching!! Glad you enjoyed it!