ERA 427SC
#651, Viper Red


Photo above is hotlinked (same image, MUCH larger size).

1966 ERA 427 Cobra #651 has logged only 1,427 miles since it was completed August, 2003. This is not your run-of-the-mill Cobra. It is truly distinctive, with the collaboration of ERA, Holman & Moody, and a detail, quality-driven owner/builder. This outstanding Cobra is an established show winner; it's absolutely awesome to drive with its powerful Shelby all-aluminum 427 stroked Holman & Moody prepared engine. The ERA 427SC design, craftsmanship and attention to originality give you the best of both worlds! A visually faithful reproduction where you can see it and improved where you can't. A common remark when showing this sizzling serpent is "Gee, I've never seen an original Cobra!"

Here are some of the details of this drivin' machine:

COACHWORK

  • body bonded and riveted to chassis by ERA
  • Viper Red and Stone White (PPG basecoat/clearcoat)
  • professionally painted to show standards
  • official competition stripe
  • correct rectangular taillights
  • all correct livery & emblems
  • chromed rollbar

UNDER THE HOOD
Shelby aluminum 427


engine photo is hotlinked (same view, MUCH larger size).

  • engine professionally built by Holman & Moody
  • 10.5:1 compression ratio-runs on premium gas
  • Shelby standard-bore aluminum block
  • forged 428 crankshaft
  • Eagle I-beam connecting rods
  • Wiseco pistons
  • Holman & Moody special street cam with hydraulic lifters
  • Shelby aluminum front cover
  • Shelby aluminum heads
  • Blue Thunder replica aluminum low-rise HPC ceramic-coated intake manifold
  • high-output oil pump
  • Canton oil pan
  • remote-mounted oil filter
  • 6" oil cooler with stainless steel braided hoses
  • ceramic-coated aluminum valve covers
  • Holley carburetor and fuel pump
  • turkey pan
  • Snelling and Helling with K&N air filter
  • Shelby aluminum water pump
  • March polished aluminum pulleys
  • ERA 2.5" replica radiator and mounting
  • extra heavy duty electric puller fan
  • black epoxy original-style expansion tank
  • MSD ignition system with rev-limiter box mounted under dash
  • Tilton high-torque starter
  • chrome plated Ford alternator
  • ceramic-coated primary exhaust headers
  • stainless steel competition style exhaust sidepipes
  • ERA air vents and baffles for exhaust cooling
  • Lucas self-parking windshield wiper
  • 3-can brake and clutch reservoirs as original

CHASSIS & RUNNING GEAR

  • black powder-coated frame
  • Spax coil-over adjustable shocks
  • ERA rack & pinion steering
  • ERA replica steering column
  • ERA independent rear suspension fitted with optional outboard brakes
  • large front spindle alterations by ERA
  • swaybars both front & rear
  • Ram clutch disc and pressure plate
  • Lakewood safety (shatterproof) bellhousing
  • Richmond 5-speed transmission
  • ERA shifter linkage with original-style handle
  • ERA balanced driveshaft with safety hoop
  • Jaguar limited-slip differential with 3.07:1 gearing
  • competition front brakes with Sierra calipers and 12" vented rotors
  • competition rear brakes and custom hub carriers
  • 6-pin drive original-style aluminum wheels
  • Goodyear Eagle GT II rubber

COCKPIT & TRUNK


cockpit: hotlinked (same view, MUCH larger size).

  • black leather seats, dash, and door pockets
  • driver & passenger adjustable seat rails
  • black nylon carpet
  • 15" Moto-Lita steering wheel with Cobra center cap
  • street dash layout with glovebox
  • Smiths Instruments gauges
  • dashboard knobs fluted and marked as original
  • period-correct competition seat belts & shoulder harnesses
  • reproduction emergency brake handle
  • chromed fire extinguisher
  • dashboard tube reinforcement as original
  • carpeted trunk and hideaway battery compartment
  • battery shut off switch and Optima 12V battery

 


frontal shot: hotlinked (same view, MUCH larger size).

Curt Scott describes this as "The rapidly-approaching hammerhead shark
view" of a 427 Cobra.

OTHER DETAILS

  • tonneau cover & storage pouch
  • ERA floor mats
  • soft indoor car cover
  • lots of documentation for you

CONCLUDING COMMENTS

This Cobra is a one-owner/builder car, painstakingly handcrafted, with special care and workmanship fused into every detail. I'm reluctantly parting with this beauty only because my garage space doesn't permit the continuation of my second concours restoration project (TR3A, TR6). It's a stellar specimen of Carroll Shelby's original design. It's very, very fast, handles like a dream, and is exhilarating to drive. The attention this car draws on the street or in a show is a rewarding experience for the owner of this car, now destined to become the next owner's pride and joy just as it is mine now.

obo $74,900 obo

Contact:
Bruce Walters

(843) 292-9431 EDT
email:  WaltersSC@aol.com
Located in Florence, South Carolina

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