With the success of "Ford v Ferrari" in theaters across the nation, Superformance is looking to capture some of that movie magic on the road. They were the sole supplier of all the GT40s, Cobras, Daytona Coupes and Grand Sport Corvettes used in the film, and they've been making some of the best quality Cobra kit cars for almost a quarter century so they know what they're doing. In association with Shelby American and Shelby Legendary Cars they've put together a limited edition run of "Cinema Series" GT40s, Daytona Coupes, and Cobras just like the ones used in the Oscar nominated film with looks and performance to boot. Let's check out these movie star cars and see what they're all about.
"Cinema Series" Cobras And GT40s
The Superformance "Cinema Series" will celebrate some of the greatest icons in history and "Ford v Ferrari." The first batch includes Shelby Cobra roadsters, Daytona Coupes and GT40s with livery, badging, roundels, and performance similar to the cars in the movie. Based on vehicles successfully raced by Ken Miles, Chris Amon, Bruce McLaren, and others only 100 "Cinema Series" cars will be offered for sale worldwide. Each vehicle will be based on a historic car that raced half a century ago and was shown in the movie and comes with a unique Shelby serial number to be included in the Shelby American Worldwide Registry.
Movie Star Looks And Performance
Pictured above is the Superformance 1966 black Chris Amon/Bruce McLaren GT40 chassis number P/1046 that took the victory at Le Mans that same year. Also available is the famous blue and white with orange flashes “Ken Miles” edition MkII GT40 based on chassis number P/1015 that was driven to victory at Daytona in 1966 and took the number 2 spot at the Le Mans finish that same year. Both cars come fitted with period correct Ford 427 FE Sideoiler engines with 4-speed manual transmissions and are fully race prepped.
Why Not?
With a starting price of $189,995 and a Shelby seal of approval, the cars are destined to be future collectibles. But I can't imagine NOT taking these cars out from time to time for a good flogging. Or perhaps showing them off at your next local Cars n Coffee get together. Thye are movie stars after all! Buckle up.
Sources: Superformance, Shelby American, Shelby Legendary Cars