Cobra Colors Schemes?

"ModerateSloth" (moderatesloth) 01/13/2014 at 20:31 • Filed to: COBRA COLORS

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I am currently on the verge of Factory Five's Cobra replica kits but there is one thing that I am struggling with and that is color choice. While I still have a a long time before I make a final decision on the matter, I have come to think that it could possibly be the most important decision that I am going to make and everything I have seen online and in person really hasn't "hit the nail on the head" so to speak. So, oppo, what are your favorite AC Cobra color schemes? Pictures would be greatly appreciated.

JGrabowMSt > ModerateSloth 01/13/2014 at 20:34

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Case closed. Build it.

desertdog5051 > ModerateSloth 01/13/2014 at 20:39

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Ahhh... first world problems. WWCSD? I personally, like black and dark blue.

JR1 > ModerateSloth 01/13/2014 at 20:40

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Guardsmen blue and white stripes

TheJWT > ModerateSloth 01/13/2014 at 20:41

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Not sure how in-depth you can go with the paint scheme, but I've always loved how this looks.

Blondude > ModerateSloth 01/13/2014 at 20:42

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190e30-Now with COSWORTH > ModerateSloth 01/13/2014 at 20:43

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190e30-Now with COSWORTH > ModerateSloth 01/13/2014 at 20:44

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Actually, be the first to do this:

Nighthawkwill7, Hoon Depot Manager > ModerateSloth 01/13/2014 at 20:55

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This.

IDROVEAPICKUPTRUCK > ModerateSloth 01/13/2014 at 20:55

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I'm a big fan of the classic blue with white stripe:

Gulf Oil is also never a bad option

Blondude > Nighthawkwill7, Hoon Depot Manager 01/13/2014 at 21:00

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What he said!

911e46z06 > ModerateSloth 01/13/2014 at 21:19

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I'd go nuts with a lime green or orange or purple.

Michael Delaney reaches down between his legs and eases the seat back > ModerateSloth 01/13/2014 at 22:27

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I haven't logged in to comment in a while, but tis a subject near and dear. You've already joined ffcars.com, yes?

There are subforums with nothing but all the members purple cars, blue cars, silver cars, etc. Guys will give you their paint codes, tips, and tricks. Should definitely be your first stop.

Where have all the lightweights gone? > ModerateSloth 01/13/2014 at 22:36

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I've always been fond of this color combo on cars Shelby has been involved with. It looks good on the GT350, Ford GT, and I think it looks good here, too.

iLikeCarsAndSkiing > ModerateSloth 01/13/2014 at 23:01

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Post up an article about the build and process when you get there!

ModerateSloth > Michael Delaney reaches down between his legs and eases the seat back 01/14/2014 at 08:23

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Thanks! I'll be sure to check that out.

Michael Delaney reaches down between his legs and eases the seat back > ModerateSloth 01/14/2014 at 12:25

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It's a great resource, but a huge time drain!

What are you planning for your build?

289/302 v. 427 v. Coyote etc.?

pin drive width or regular?

IRS or 3-link?

ModerateSloth > Michael Delaney reaches down between his legs and eases the seat back 01/14/2014 at 13:08

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I'm planning on going with the IRS. From what I have read online it seems that would better suit my needs as it's primarily going to be a cruiser and I'd like a nice ride; I'm not planning on tracking it or anything like that. For the Pin Drive vs. the standard I really like the original style wheels (knock-offs) so I'll probably go with the pin drive IRS. As for the power plant, I'm sort of undecided. I'd like to plop a 427 in it but I don't know if that will be in the budget. What are your recommendations? Also have you heard anything/been to the Factory Five build school?

Michael Delaney reaches down between his legs and eases the seat back > ModerateSloth 01/14/2014 at 13:37

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I have a Mk2 with a 302 and IRS. It is very nicely balanced with the light engine. It's really a "mid-engine" since the mounts are so far back in the bay. I can't say anything bad about the 427, because I have no experience. ffcars can give you a huge range of opinions. The body is from the 427, so for greater period-correctness, that is probably the way to go. With the 302 and 3.73 gearset, there is plenty of kick and I don't feel like I need the big block.

IRS is great, but again I don't actually have any experience with the 3-link. Depending on what area you are in, when you join ffcars, ask if you can visit someone nearby. Go for rides in each type (big/small block; IRS/3-link/4-link/Watts, whatever) and check everything out - original seats vs. modern vs. aluminum buckets, etc.

I found a set of pin drive standard width wheels, so I'm running those with Goodyear Billboards. So. Much. Because. Racecar. with the knock-offs. I love the look.

Haven't been to build school because I bought third-hand but with only about 1500 miles on it. So mostly new, but totally done. I wanted to drive, not build. That said, build school looks awesome. If I was building, I'd go.

ModerateSloth > Michael Delaney reaches down between his legs and eases the seat back 01/14/2014 at 13:47

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Ya, doing some ride alongs would probably be a good idea. If you don't mind me asking - do have any pics of yours?

Michael Delaney reaches down between his legs and eases the seat back > ModerateSloth 01/14/2014 at 13:59

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I do but Kinja hates me. Can you check my comment history, I've posted pics in the past. Most recently was for Montego Man a few months ago. Mine is light blue, with dark blue stripes.

There's also a few videos, but again ... Kinja.

I'll try to get you some SR20 tonight.

Michael Delaney reaches down between his legs and eases the seat back > ModerateSloth 01/14/2014 at 14:17

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Let's try this - should be a pic in the garage sitting on the billboards.

ModerateSloth > Michael Delaney reaches down between his legs and eases the seat back 01/14/2014 at 18:04

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Looks great! I'm really liking that color

Michael Delaney reaches down between his legs and eases the seat back > ModerateSloth 01/14/2014 at 19:21

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Thanks! I really like it too - there's a big debate over stripes/no stripes on the boards. I wanted stripes but didn't want to go with the standard wimbledon white over guardsman blue. This was a great compromise for me, personally.

Here's two outside pics:

ModerateSloth > Michael Delaney reaches down between his legs and eases the seat back 01/14/2014 at 20:47

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Looks even better in the sunlight! I like the darker blue over the lighter shade, makes for a nice contrast. The lighter shade remindes me of my old man's '64 Vette. I think it's officially called "Yorktown blue" but I could be wrong. In any case I probably will stray away from the light blues, although I personally think it looks better on your car than on the Vette. The body lines seem complement it better on yours in my opinion.

Michael Delaney reaches down between his legs and eases the seat back > ModerateSloth 01/14/2014 at 21:13

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Thanks for the kind words - I drove it into the backyard last summer for an impromptu photo shoot with my potato before I put the real knock-offs and billboards on.

Pops has a beautiful car. A friend's dad had a '66 in the same color when we were growing up in the 80s - always been a big fan.

What color are you leaning towards?

Bubbles22 > ModerateSloth 01/14/2014 at 23:15

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REALLY want one of these. Can't afford for it to be my only car and can't afford two cars. It's a conundrum.

ModerateSloth > Michael Delaney reaches down between his legs and eases the seat back 01/15/2014 at 07:53

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I'm really drawn to this grey and red combination. I think it would serve to be quite the head-turner

Michael Delaney reaches down between his legs and eases the seat back > ModerateSloth 01/15/2014 at 14:32

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Fantastic choice, especially with the colored centers on the wheels. You can always add rookie stripes for an additional splash of color, too.

ModerateSloth > Michael Delaney reaches down between his legs and eases the seat back 01/23/2014 at 08:04

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Hi! Just thought I would give you a quick update: pulled the trigger on the kit last night and will probably take delivery in early May...little nervous but I can't wait to have it in my garage.

Michael Delaney reaches down between his legs and eases the seat back > ModerateSloth 01/30/2014 at 20:26

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Haven't logged in for awhile - sorry for the lack of response. That's great news - congrats!

Have you decided on Build School?

ModerateSloth > Michael Delaney reaches down between his legs and eases the seat back 02/03/2014 at 08:13

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Ya, I'm probably going to do that in the very near future