Description
AK 427 Cobra Replica (AK Sportscars Kit)
Registered 2018 | IVA Tested | 580 Miles
Offered for sale is a highly specified AK 427 Cobra replica, built from a kit supplied by AK Sportscars and constructed privately to an exceptionally high standard during the mid-2010s, prior to successful IVA testing and UK registration in 2018. This is not a factory build, but a bespoke, enthusiast-executed example, finished with a level of care, engineering discipline and attention to detail that places it firmly in high-end dealer territory.
With just 580 miles recorded since completion, the car presents today as a lightly run-in, turn-key example
The AK427 Platform – Engineering First
The AK427 is widely regarded as one of the most serious Cobra replica platforms available, designed from the outset as a true performance chassis rather than a cosmetic replica.
Standard AK427 engineering includes:
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Purpose-designed tubular spaceframe chassis
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Correct wide-body 427 proportions
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Designed for high-output V8 powerplants
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Double wishbone front suspension architecture
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Independent rear suspension capability
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Compatibility with Jaguar running gear (chosen for strength and geometry)
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High torsional rigidity compared with earlier or budget Cobra replicas
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Engineered to meet IVA regulations without compromise
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Designed for real-world drivability, stability and longevity
This strong engineering baseline underpins the quality and value of this car.
Chassis, Body & Exterior Specification
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Correctly IVA tested and registered as AK427
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AK tubular chassis
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Mark II Jaguar-based suspension and running gear
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Stainless steel upgrade package including:
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Inner wings
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Engine bay panels
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Stainless steel safety hoops
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Side-exit exhausts with heat shields for usability
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Aluminium radiator for improved cooling efficiency
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Polished multi-spoke alloy wheels
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New tyres all round
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Finished in a deep metallic grey with excellent panel fit and stance
The overall presentation is muscular, purposeful and correctly proportioned unmistakably a 427.
Engine & Drivetrain
The V8 engine has been professionally rebuilt with reliability and performance as priorities:
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New rotary assembly
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New crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons and rings
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Block honed and cleaned
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Road/ race camshaft upgrade
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New oil pump
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New water pump
Induction is via a Street Demon 670 carburettor, paired with a Holley vintage-style air cleaner, offering strong throttle response with a period-correct appearance.
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Stainless detailing throughout the engine bay
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Five-speed Tremec manual gearbox (upgraded)
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Heavy-duty clutch rated to approx. 400 bhp
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BMW power steering system, significantly enhancing low-speed drivability without detracting from feedback
Suspension, Steering & Dynamics
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Jaguar XJ6 suspension front and rear
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Fully adjustable shock absorbers (multi-stage adjustable)
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Proper geometry setup and alignment
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Power-assisted steering for ease of use
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Fast-road focused setup with excellent stability and control
This is a Cobra that can be driven and enjoyed properly, not just admired.
Interior & Electrical
The cockpit has been finished to a standard befitting a high-end build:
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Fully retrimmed black leather interior, including:
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Seats
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Dashboard
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Door cards
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Rear bulkhead / firewall
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Classic analogue-style dashboard
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Modern digital instrumentation concealed behind period-style gauges
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Bespoke wiring loom built specifically for this car
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Stainless detailing throughout
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Clean, uncluttered and authentic presentation with discreet modern reliability
Mileage, Documentation & Provenance
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580 miles from completion
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Extensive history file including:
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Build records
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Invoices and component documentation
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IVA certification
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Registration paperwork
Summary
This is a serious AK427 Cobra, built from one of the most respected platforms available and executed privately to an exceptionally high standard. The specification rebuilt V8, Tremec 5-speed, BMW power steering, adjustable Jaguar suspension, stainless upgrades and fully leather-trimmed interior places it well above the average replica.
Correctly registered, ultra-low mileage and ready to be enjoyed immediately, this is a turn-key, investment-grade Cobra replica offered at a very realistic level.
