Summary

Half-scale 289 Cobra powered by a 125cc 4-stroke engine. 3-speed semi-automatic sequential gearbox and top speed of 40 mph. Fully functional Smiths gauges, horn, front and rear lights, wire wheels and Brembo brake calipers. Sold on Bill of Sale.

Details

This new-build, half-scale 2023 Junior Classic car is painted in premium black DuPont Automotive black paint with white over-the-top stripes and a front racing roundel. A set of wire wheels and front and rear over-riders exude the allure of the classic 289 Cobra. With a black full leather interior upgrade, the interior extends its commitment to authenticity, including leather door panel pockets and a leather-wrapped gear shift. Notably, the Junior Cobra features the upgraded carpet and floor mat package, upgraded OEM-style brightwork and badges, a wood-rimmed steering wheel, and functional Smiths dials and gauges. This Junior Classic is powered by an air-cooled 125cc single cylinder 4-stroke gas engine, delivering 8hp at 8500 rpm and 7.5 ft/lbs of torque at 6,500 rpm. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a 3-speed semi-automatic sequential gearbox with reverse gear. Don't be fooled - despite being a Junior Car, in standard tune, it is rated for a top speed of up to 40 mph. However, an optional speed restrictor can be fitted, allowing safe speeds for younger drivers. This car has a hydraulic split braking system featuring vented discs and Brembo calipers at the front and rear for reliable stopping power. Under the body, this Junior Classic is made of some big-car components. This example features a powder-coated jig-built steel box section chassis, a fully independent double wishbone suspension up front, a 4-link setup in the rear and height-adjustable gas shock absorbers at all four corners. A rack & pinion steering ensures precise control, as the later example dubbed the 289 Cobra Mark II for its improved rack & pinion steering design. Before receiving a premium automotive DuPont paint finish, the fiberglass body and floor plan were hand molded out of GRP, using the same process with which the Ferrari 308 GTB, Lotus Elise S1 and many kit cars today are made. The brightwork and trim are finished in high-polished stainless steel. The dashboard houses the instruments to provide the driver with all the necessary switchgears, including a fully functional horn, functional front and rear lights, working indicators and neatly positioned levers to open the hood and trunk. Adjustable pedals accommodate drivers of various sizes, making it suitable for both junior drivers and adults exceeding 6 feet. This half-scale 289 Cobra measures 98 inches in length, 40 inches in width, 30 inches in height and has a weight of 531 pounds. This 289 Cobra includes a fitted indoor car cover to keep that paint looking great for years to come, along with a NOCO battery maintainer and an operational/owner's manual. **SOLD ON BILL OF SALE**