This Ford Mustang SVT Cobra is #88 of 250 R models built for competition use in 1995. The R saw an increase in engine displacement to 5.8 Liters and 300hp. This example shows 2k miles on the odometer, and was originally delivered to the proprietor of Dobbs Ford in Memphis, TN in 1995. The car was sold to Treadwell Ford in Mobile, AL in 1997, and purchased by the previous owner, who kept it untitled until purchased by the selling dealer in late 2016. It is unmodified, though a proper racing fuel cell replaces the recalled factory part, which is included, along with a removed set of factory mufflers. Documentation includes a certificate from Ford, the original purchase sticker, a package of SVT documentation, contemporary articles, and copies of all service receipts and sales documents. A clean Carfax report is included. This 1995 Cobra R is sold by a Florida-based dealer with a clean Alabama title.

White was the only color offered, and this car has been stored indoors since purchase. The 17″ R-specific wheels remain with the car, and the 255/45 BF Goodrich Comp TA ZR-rated tires are original equipment.

The raised cowl of the lightweight fiberglass hood accommodates the 351 motor’s taller intake plenum. Fog lights were deleted to accommodate the installation of ducting to cool the larger 13″ vented front disc brakes.

The A/C and rear seat were deleted, and the basic cabin contains no noise insulation, no stereo, manual seats, and roll-up windows. Dual airbags were retained for street use. The weight saving measures were largely offset by the increased weight of the new engine and fuel cell, and the curb weight of the Cobra R is just 50lb lighter than its street counterpart. The driver’s seat was repositioned by the original owner but since been remounted in the factory location. 2,043 miles are shown on the odometer, and all switches and gauges are said to function.

The 5.8 Liters V8 in the Cobra R was borrowed from the F150 Lightning sport truck, and fitted with higher compression pistons, a more aggressive cam, and a larger air-meter body. The motor is rated by the factory at an even 300hp and 365 lb-ft of torque, and original emissions equipment remains in place. The larger radiator and oil cooler are original equipment. A Tremec 3550 5-speed manual transmission is equipped, and hydraulic power steering was standard. Underneath, final gearing is 3.27:1, and SVT suspension tuning includes Koni adjustable shocks and stiffer progressive-rate springs, and thicker stabilizer bars. The shock tower brace is an original component. The original 20-gallon fuel cell was recalled, and a proper racing cell was installed, though the original component is included. The oil was changed five months ago.

Detailed pictures of the underside and paint gauge readings can be found in the gallery. The factory mufflers have been removed but are included in the sale.

A certificate of authenticity from Ford states that this car is #88 of 250, and the original purchase sticker notes MSRP of $35,499. Original documentation includes a package of documents from the SVT team with a special components list, copies of all prior sales paperwork, and service records since purchase. A Carfax corroborates the mileage and can be seen in the gallery.