1996 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra

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