Ford Racing unveiled the ’13 Cobra Jet Mustang at last week’s Performance Racing Industry (PRI) show in Orlando, Florida.
With over three seasons of testing, racing, and customer feedback, the ’13 Cobra Jet marks the continued evolution of the factory-produced turn-key race car. Designed for NHRA Stock and Super Stock competition, the ’13 model is better than ever and features the latest drag racing technology for greater speed and consistency.
The ’13 Cobra Jet offers two 5.0L TiVCT engine options. Customers may choose a naturally-aspirated engine with a Cobra Jet induction system, CNC ported heads, high-lift cams, and low-drag accessory drive, or a 2.9L Whipple supercharged version with CNC port-matched manifold and heads, along with a proprietary 10-rib supercharger drive system for high rpm use without a belt.
“The 5.0L has all the attributes to make a world-class drag racing engine and is ideal for the Cobra Jet,” said George Goddu, business manager for Ford Racing Performance Group. “Both the naturally-aspirated and supercharged engines will be competitive as delivered.”
Additionally, the ’13 Cobra Jet chassis has been improved. Lightweight body modifications give better weight distribution and electric power steering provides better drivability without parasitic horsepower loss. A new roll cage design is optimized for safety and chassis rigidity while the brake pedal ratio has been revised for more modulation and stopping power. And the rear suspension geometry delivers faster and more consistent 60-foot times.
The ’13 Cobra Jet is priced at approximately $86,000 with the naturally-aspirated engine option, or $93,000 with the supercharged engine. Additional options and pricing will be announced January 2012.
Like many of Ford Racing’s previous turn-key race cars, the ’13 Cobra Jet Mustang will be built at the Auto Alliance International assembly plant in Flat Rock, Michigan. Production will begine in June 2012, with delivery expected mid-summer 2012.
Cobra Jet components will be available through Ford Performance Parts, allowing racers to upgrade their Mustangs to Cobra Jet specifications.
Production of the ’13 Cobra Jet is limited to 50 units. Orders placed through Ford dealers will be filled on a first come, first served basis.
Finally, all Cobra Jet fans can help choose the color of the ’13 Cobra Jet – classic white, silver, or black - by voting online at www.fordracing.com. Voting ends December 31, 2011.