Tag: Shelby Cobra Daytona

  • Shelby Cobra Daytona and Ford Mustang Apollo Make it in the Best News for This Week

     Shelby Cobra Daytona Race CoupesThe best that happened this week involved a lot of Ford Mustangs and more importantly the revived Shelby Cobra Daytona. We also saw some great looking cars and special one-off tunings. A fast recapitulation will give you a glimpse of the most exclusive vehicles that were revealed for this five day long period.

    Starting with Monday, we saw the birth of the new Lexus EX line-up and the most exclusive Lexus ES 300h hybrid. We always put an emphasis on the ecological side because it is important for us to contribute in these terms.

    2016 Lexus ES 300h Front ViewThere you go: 2016 Lexus ES 300h that has joined a range of six Lexus hybrid models. For the 2016, Lexus ES 300h gets one-piece spindle grille framed by satin chrome. The car also receives standard LEDs, 17-inch alloys and L-shaped taillights. There are four exterior colors added to the palette, including Autumn Shimmer, Nightfall Mica, Caviar and Eminent White Pearl. Lexus Hybrid Drive system is what powers the car. It combines a 2.5-liter four-cylinder Atkinson cycle engine with an electric motor and as a result it produces a combined power of 200 horses.

    Toyota 86 GT Limited

    Tuesday was characterized with impressive debuts, but the most important one is this of Toyota 86 GT Yellow Limited. The car will be produced for the Japanese market only. The exterior of the Toyota 86 GT Yellow Limited has been made so exuberant due to the application of the special Sunrise Yellow exterior color. It has been contrasted with black mirrors and black 17-inch alloys. The interior was also decided in those two contrasting colors. However, the black here is the main one, used for the Alcantara upholstery, while the Ashirai yellow was utilized for the stitching. The special edition vehicle also receives two versatile packs, which make it even more distinguishable.

    McLaren 675LT Dynamic Debut

    Did you saw McLaren’s 675LT dynamic debut on Wednesday? If you didn’t now it is time to do it, because it was spectacular! The exhilarating performance of the car is due to the powerful 3.8-litre V8 twin turbo engine producing 675PS. It is also responsible for the mighty sound you hear in the video. Well, here also helps the titanium crossover exhaust.

    Ford Apollo Edition Mustang Front View

    Thursday was so abundant of Ford Mustangs, that we actually wonder which one to feature here. The most important however, is probably the Ford Apollo Edition Mustang, which will be sold via auction at the Gathering of Eagles charity event on July 23. The proceeds will be invested in EAA youth education programs, that since 1992 provided free flights for almost 2 million young people. This means, that about 2 million people were living their own dreams of flying. How cool is that? And it is a nice way for Ford to contribute for this cause.

     Shelby Cobra Daytona Side View

    At last, yesterday was the day we saw the rebirth of Shelby Cobra Daytona Anniversary Edition. The limited edition series is a continuation of Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupes. They will be produced in only 50 examples. To build them the experts will use either aluminum or fiberglass. The cars will have its premiere in August at Gordon McCall’s Motorworks Revival. Then they will be on display at Rolex Motorsports Reunion inside Mazda Raceway at Laguna Seca. An aluminum variant will be available for the sights of the visitors at Goodwood Revival in the United Kingdom as well.

  • Shelby Cobra Daytona Anniversary Edition with Premiere in August [VIDEO]

    Shelby American 50th Anniversary Cobra Daytona Coupe SeriesShelby Cobra Daytona Coupe Series is going to be produced in order to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Shelby’s FIA World Championship. The limited edition series is a continuation of Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupes. They will be produced in only 50 examples. To build them the experts will use either aluminum or fiberglass. Both will make an official world premiere in California this August.

    Looking Back to Historic Events

    The Cobra Daytona Coupe was responsible for the victory in the FIA Sports Car Championship on July 4, 1965. This is when the small Shelby American team fielded six sleek Cobra Coupes against the Ferrari force. At the same time, this win was as joyous as it is sad now, because this is still the only single time that the team got the crown.

    SEE ALSO: Ford Unleashes Shelby GT350R-C Racecar at Watkins Glen

    Back in 1965 there were only six Cobra Daytonas built. This also makes the vehicles one of the most wanted racecars globally. You can imagine how much each costs nowadays (probably millions of dollars), but most importantly, to own one is literally impossible.

    Reviving the Spirit

    The chance of owning such historic vehicle is almost zero percent. But to own the new version is not that impossible, you just have to hurry up and be among the first who will have the chance to order one of the 50 specially badged anniversary Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupes.

    As a matter of fact, this is the first time that the company offers an aluminum continuation of the famous coupe. Each aluminum Daytona Coupe has safety and performance enhancements, but still keeps the original blueprints and measurements. There is a wide choice of exterior colors, but every single model will come with black leather interior, special badging, modern disc brakes and a stronger frame.

    Pricing & Places You Can See the Shelby Cobra Daytona

    The fiberglass and aluminum versions of the Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe will be revealed at Gordon McCall’s Motorworks Revival on August 12. Then they will be on display at Rolex Motorsports Reunion inside Mazda Raceway at Laguna Seca.

    An aluminum variant will be available for the sights of the visitors at Goodwood Revival in the United Kingdom as well.

    How about the pricing? The aluminum Shelby Daytona Coupe without the drivetrain costs $349,995 USD, while the fiberglass variant is priced at $179,995 USD (without the drivetrain). Shelby American is currently taking orders.

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