Mustang Shelby GT500

Make
Ford
Segment
Coupe

Superformance specializes in authentic replicas of iconic 1960s sports cars like the Shelby Cobra, Shelby Mustang, and Ford GT40, but its latest creation has been given a modern twist. Meet the MKIII-R Cobra, a classic Shelby Cobra with a modern makeover that could be controversial for fans of the original sports car.

"The Superformance MKIII-R is the perfect combination of an old-school classic automobile infused with a bit of modern-day flair," said Superformance CEO Lance Stander. "The MKIII-R is a piece of American history, and with a major motion picture release last year that highlighted the Cobra, this vehicle's popularity is at an all-time high. We took great care to ensure the Superformance MKIII-R lives up to the Cobra's iconic legacy."

Built under license from Carroll Shelby Licensing, the Superformance MKIII-R is a meticulously engineered reproduction of the original painted with an iconic Atlantic Blue-colored livery. While the MKIII-R retains the original Cobra's shape and wheelbase, Superformance has added new fenders with large air vents featuring optional strakes, a prominent hood scoop, a large rear diffuser, and a front splitter that make it look much more aggressive than the original Cobra.

The suspension incorporates some modern components, as the front of the chassis sports fully independent unequal-length A-arms with adjustable Bilstein coils over telescopic shock absorbers, while the rear utilizes independent unequal-length A-arms with fabricated hub carriers and coil-over shock absorbers.

Inside, the MKIII-R's interior features French stitched seats with stitching that matches the exterior color. Completing the classic look is a transmission tunnel adorned with leather, while the dashboard is modernized with new electronic gauges. Standard equipment includes power steering, LED headlights, 18-inch wheels, and a variety of exterior and interior color options.

Pricing for the Superformance MKIII-R Cobra starts at $79,900 - and that's with no engine installed on the rolling chassis, so you'll need to buy an installation kit. Supported engines include Ford 302, 351, 460 and 427/428 cubic inch engines with Tremec five-speed or Ford top loader four-speed transmissions.