BBK Long tube headers
BBK chatted H pipe
Magnaflow catback
New tires
18" Bullet wheels
Runs and drives strong, paint has some blemishes and fading.
The 1996 Mustang Cobra, a product of Ford's Special Vehicle Team (SVT), was a significant departure from its predecessors and a high point for the SN95 generation of Mustangs. It was most notable for being the first Mustang to receive a dual overhead cam (DOHC) V8 engine, a major technological upgrade at the time.
Here's a breakdown of its key features:
Engine:
- 4.6-liter "Mod" V8: The heart of the 1996 Cobra was its all-aluminum, 32-valve, DOHC V8 engine, a completely new design for the Mustang line. This "Modular" engine was a significant step up from the previous generation's pushrod 5.0-liter V8.
- Power Output: It was rated at a stout 305 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 300 lb-ft of torque at 4,800 rpm. This was a substantial increase over the standard Mustang GT's 215 horsepower, making the Cobra a genuine performance car.
- "Powered by Ford" Cam Covers: A unique visual detail of the engine bay was the "Powered by Ford" script on the cam covers, a nod to the car's special nature.
Performance:
- 0-60 mph: The 1996 Cobra could sprint from 0 to 60 mph in the low to mid-5 second range, a very respectable time for the era.
- 1/4 Mile: Quarter-mile times were typically in the high 13-second range.
- Handling: The SVT team gave the Cobra a sport-tuned suspension with revised spring rates, shocks, and sway bars, which improved its handling and responsiveness compared to the standard GT.
Exterior:
- Unique Front Fascia: The 1996 Cobra featured a distinctive front bumper with a larger air opening and integrated fog lights.
- Hood: A louvered hood was a subtle but defining feature, a nod to the Cobra R models.
- Rear Spoiler: A unique rear spoiler was fitted to the trunk lid.
- Badging: The car was adorned with the classic coiled snake "Cobra" emblems on the front fenders and a specific "SVT" badge on the rear.
Interior:
- Seating: The interior featured sport bucket seats with the Cobra logo embroidered on the headrests.
- Instrumentation: A white-faced instrument cluster with unique graphics was a specific detail for the Cobra.
- SVT Serial Number: A special plaque with the car's unique SVT serial number was mounted on the center console, highlighting its limited-production nature.
Legacy:
The 1996 Mustang Cobra is significant not just for its performance but for introducing the DOHC V8 engine to the Mustang. This engine became the foundation for future high-performance Mustangs, including the legendary supercharged Cobras of the early 2000s. It stands as a pivotal model in the Mustang's history, representing a major technological leap and a renewed focus on performance from Ford's SVT division