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Gardner Douglas AC Cobra Replica – 1997

CHF 89'900.00

✨ The Classic-Vintage-Car spirit

This Gardner Douglas AC Cobra Replica fully embodies the spirit of Classic-Vintage-Car.ch:
a car of true character, built with seriousness and integrity, designed above all for driving pleasure.
It does not seek to imitate, but to faithfully interpret an automotive legend.
Naturally aspirated V8, timeless lines, raw sensations: the essentials, nothing superfluous.
A car for knowledgeable enthusiasts, lovers of emotion and authenticity.
Exactly the kind of vehicle we take pride in presenting, defending and passing on.

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Description

💎 Gardner Douglas AC Cobra Replica – The raw essence of a V8, without compromise

Some cars are not built to please everyone.
They are built for those who truly understand.

This Gardner Douglas AC Cobra Replica, first registered in 1997, belongs to that rare category of automobiles with real character—designed to deliver an authentic, visceral and deeply emotional driving experience.

No artificial exaggeration.
No fantasy figures.
Just a serious and coherent interpretation of the original Cobra spirit.

A respected foundation, a fully realized project

Gardner Douglas is widely regarded as one of the European references in high-quality Cobra replicas.
With its rigid tubular chassis, correct proportions and balanced handling, this car is built on a proven platform—designed to be driven, not merely displayed.

The configuration offered here is both rare and highly desirable:

  • Two-seat roadster

  • Perfectly fitted removable hard-top

Two personalities, one automobile:
raw and expressive with the roof off, elegant and purposeful in closed configuration acknowledging its Grand Touring character.

The heart: a V8 built for pleasure, not spectacle

Beneath the long bonnet sits a naturally aspirated V8 producing approximately 214 horsepower and, more importantly, nearly 388 Nm of torque.

Here, performance is not measured by extreme numbers, but by genuine sensations:

  • Immediate throttle response

  • A deep, authentic V8 soundtrack

  • A strong, usable torque curve

This is a Cobra you can truly drive and enjoy on the road, not one you have to fight.

An interior true to the original philosophy

The cockpit follows the unmistakable Cobra ethos:

  • Beige leather upholstery

  • Smiths-style instrumentation

  • Wooden steering wheel

  • A minimalist, driver-focused atmosphere

Everything has its place.
Nothing is superfluous.
The essentials remain: a direct connection between the machine and the driver.

A car for the knowledgeable enthusiast

This Cobra replica is currently visible in Switzerland (Canton of Vaud).
It was registered in Luxembourg and is not homologated or registered for Switzerland at this time.

An individual Swiss import and inspection process will therefore be required by the buyer.
A complete documentation file is available, and assistance through specialized service providers can be offered.

👉 Total transparency, clearly stated.
👉 A car intended for an enthusiast fully aware of this type of process.

In summary

This Gardner Douglas AC Cobra Replica is not just a replica.
It is a true car of character—seriously built, focused on driving pleasure, and aimed at enthusiasts looking for something beyond standardized products.

An emotional, authentic automobile, without filters.
Exactly the kind of car one does not choose by chance.

🏁 Gardner Douglas AC Cobra Replica – 1997

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer
Gardner Douglas

Model
AC Cobra Replica

Year of first registration
1997

Category
Passenger car (M1) – high-quality replica

🔧 Mechanical

Engine
Naturally aspirated V8 petrol

Maximum power
≈ 214 hp DIN

Maximum torque
≈ 388 Nm

Fuel system
Performance carburetor (Edelbrock type)

Transmission
Manual

Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive

🏎️ Chassis & suspension

Chassis
Gardner Douglas – reinforced tubular design

Suspension
Independent (sport configuration)

Brakes
Ventilated disc brakes

Steering
Mechanical (power assistance depending on configuration)

📐 Dimensions & configuration

Body style
2-seat roadster

Configuration
– Roadster
– Removable hard-top (included)

Roll bars
Double stainless steel roll bar

Exterior colour
British Racing Green

Interior
Beige leather upholstery

Instrumentation
Smiths-style gauges

🔊 Performance & driving experience

  • Authentic V8 sound

  • Strong, usable torque curve

  • Raw yet controllable driving feel

  • Vehicle focused on driving pleasure and leisure use, not competition

📄 History & condition

  • Complete history file available

  • Valid technical inspection at last registration (Luxembourg)

  • Well maintained, fully finished configuration

  • Passion-driven ownership, non-daily use

🇨🇭 Important information – Swiss import

Vehicle not currently homologated in Switzerland.
Swiss import and individual inspection to be carried out by the buyer.

👉 Vehicle visible and inspectable in Switzerland (VD)
👉 Complete documentation available
👉 Assistance possible via specialized service providers

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