Cobra Car Club of Victoria
Feature Car!
CCCV has over one hundred active members, here is some detail on a selection of our rides
Why a Cobra? My mate Rob Hamilton had a Cobra which I always admired and I decided I wanted one too! The Cobra I bought came up for sale as the owner was moving interstate. Rob was helping him sell it… so I bought it. Most of my early cars have been V8s and the Cobra was a logical choice. What have you done to the car? The car was in good condition but with scope for further improvement when I bought it. I had the dashboard upgraded and modern indicator stalk and instruments installed with a new steering column and steering wheel. The car then caught fire from a broken fuel hose near the carburettor and damaged some of the engine bay components. Following the engine bay fire, I took the engine out to have it checked and improved but found the block couldn’t be bored out any further. So I acquired another 351 Cleveland block and the 393 stroker was born with new Trick Flow heads, Scorcher ignition and Crane cam. I added cruise control and recently some Avon tyres which have improved handling significantly. In 2017 I decided to renovate the car with a new paint job and new interior, trim, roof, side curtains and an “invisible” car bra. At the same time a significant number of small items were improved such as door locks, heated seats and minor wiring fix ups. I am extremely happy with the result of this renovation. What do you like doing with your car and the Cobra Club I enjoy all club outings including drives, breakfasts, shed runs and I have done two sessions on the track.           |
