Description
Collectors and investors should keep in mind the following: When it comes to the Shelby Cobra (replica), the alignment of the French registration certificate with what the vehicle actually is (manufacturer, year, model, engine) is paramount to secure your purchase. French legislation (FFVE) is very strict regarding replicas: a replica in order to receive a registration document (Collection) in France must be over 30 years old (date of manufacture), must no longer be in production, and must be in its original state. Applying this rule since 2014 by the French government and the FFVE, very, very few replicas are admissible in France. A savvy buyer will therefore ask questions about the true legality of Cobras with registration certificates dated 1965 or 1966…67 (unless that Cobra costs 2 million and is therefore a genuine Shelby Cobra original). The same applies if a Cobra from a modern replica marque that began production in 1995 or 2000 is for sale with a registration dated 1974, 1982 or 1986… these modern Cobra replicas are to be avoided because their registration certificates are fraudulent. In general, Cobra replicas with a NORMAL registration (and therefore not collection) are to be avoided; because in the overwhelming majority (99%) a replica has no European or French conformity certificate (except fake ones) …and therefore must be the subject of a Reception Title Isolated (RTI) with the French Mines service (UTAC & DREAL)…. but these do not issue them. This is why it is almost certain that a Cobra with a normal registration certificate has bogus papers. Note that the French government has recently launched an anti-fraud campaign against counterfeit registration certificates. Cancellations of registration certificates, as well as heavy penalties, are currently occurring. Read absolutely on our website in our section 'the press talks about it' and you will understand the dangers of buying any replica anywhere. Bourgogne Auto Classic is the French leader in COBRA, as we sell and homologate exclusively replicas with collection registration certificates of the famous Shelby (Cobra and GT40). The Cobra we offer here is a true collectible vehicle that has already received its FFVE collection homologation. This Cobra from 1991 was produced by the great American manufacturer CLASSIC ROADSTERS Limited. Absent for years, this major producer was even famous because its advertising spots were aired on American television. For its Shelby Cobra 427 replica, Classic Roadsters used the Ford Mustang as the main donor car: a solid choice in terms of reliability. With its red F. A. M commemorative colour for the triple victory against Ferrari at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1966, its renowned American Ford 5-litre V8 pushrod engine, its hood complemented by a tonneau cover, its aided brakes and steering; this Cobra 427 Semi-Competition (427SC) allows collectors to satisfy their desire for one at a fraction of the price of a real one. The 5-speed gearbox (overdrive on 5th) that did not exist in the era of the real Shelby Cobra is, of course, a big plus for handling on fast roads. As for the two seats, they are in excellent condition as they were rebuilt in France in March 2026 by a saddle-maker artisan of the Compagnons du Devoir. VISIT OUR WEBSITE ABSOLUTELY 3 W BOURGOGNE -AUTO -CLASSIC dot FR; to read our very detailed description section (much more than here in 'the old ones') as well as to view numerous photos but also the demonstration Videos. For further information, we strongly invite you to contact us by phone to discuss your Cobra project.
