In 2008, Ford Racing unveiled the Cobra Jet Mustang, a tribute to the original Cobra Jet’s triumph at the 1968 NHRA Winternationals, celebrating its 40th anniversary. This specialized Mustang, purpose-built for drag racing, continued to captivate enthusiasts in subsequent years.
The Cobra Jet returned in 2014 as the ultimate drag racing machine. Once again it had the latest in drag racing technology delivering speed and consistency for NHRA Stock and Super Stock racing.
Straight from the factory, these 2014 models clocked impressive 8-second quarter-mile times, propelled by a potent combination of a 5.0L Ti-VCT engine, a 3-speed race transmission fine-tuned by Joel’s on Joy, and a Strange Engineering 9-inch rear end featuring 4.88:1 gears.
To handle the immense power generated by the 2.9L Whipple supercharger, the engine’s short-block received reinforcements, including a forged crankshaft, Manley H-beam connecting rods, and Mahle forged pistons. With custom-ground cams and enhanced airflow from CNC-ported heads, the supercharged 5.0L engine churned out an estimated 527 HP.
Pricing for the 2014 Cobra Jet Mustang started at $97,990 plus optional paint and graphics. All 2014 CJs were NHRA tech ready for Stock or Super Stock competition and were available in a new green color and a custom flat-black as well as standard white. Once again only 50 units were built.
Photo Source: Mecum Auctions
