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Win a 2019 427 Superformance Cobra

ByToadster February 12, 2020September 9, 2026

This update covers 2019 427 Superformance Cobra.

Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub.

About the 2019 427 Superformance Cobra

Win a 2019 427 Superformance Cobra

— Read on cobraexperience.tapkat.org/427superformancecobra

Body | Interior

Installing some chassis panels and insulation for the footboxes
ByToadster June 9, 2020September 14, 2026

This update covers installing insulated body panels. Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub. installing insulated body panels: Heat and noise insulation before rivets First, I finally reached the point where I can start drilling and riveting some body panels onto the chassis. Also, I am installing insulation for heat and noise…

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Cooling | Engine | Exterior

Adding the Breeze Radiator Cowl
ByToadster July 5, 2024September 14, 2026

This update covers Breeze Radiator Cowl. Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub. About the Breeze Radiator Cowl A really nice addition that many people add to their build is the Breeze Automotive Radiator Cowl Cover. Not only does it button up the engine bay nicely, it helps to force the air…

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Body | Exterior

The Cobra is back from paint!
ByToadster July 1, 2024September 14, 2026

This update covers Custom Paint Update. Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub. About the Custom Paint Update I am so excited to announce that the car is back from Ken! It looks absolutely amazing! The whole process took about 2 months. Some of this time was spent waiting for PG&E to…

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Drivetrain | Transmission & Differential

Differential adapters are different, depending on your setup
ByToadster June 1, 2020September 14, 2026

There are two different Driveshaft adapters: Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub. About the two different Driveshaft adapters 2015-17 Automatic transmission cars and all 2018+ center sections which is coated clear zinc. 2015-17 manual transmission center sections is coated yellow zinc. The standard one included is the clear zinc adapter. I…

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Electrical | Garage | Planning | Purchases $$$

Some electrical tips, tricks and tools!
ByToadster November 30, 2022September 14, 2026

This update covers electrical tips tools. Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub. electrical tips tools: What finally worked for our wiring My son and I went bonkers on wiring. First we tried all kinds of connectors and heat shrink. Then we finally landed on a few solid options. This is nothing…

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Electrical | Interior

Some dash work
ByToadster July 10, 2022September 14, 2026

This update covers dash work. Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub. dash work: Supporting the carbon-fiber dash Replica Parts under tray First, I will be honest. So the dash has been a lot of work. Also, tons of wiring keep showing up. Then any new item creates more wire needs. Next,…

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Factory Five Night with Mass Cruisers
We had the BEST night at Factory Five Night with the Mass Cruisers at Patriot Place! It was an incredible evening filled with great cars, great people, and plenty of Factory Five stories. It was so much fun catching up with customers like Dave W., who shared stories from his trip across the country with pro-builder, Ron E. and their adventures cruising the Tail of the Dragon. We love hearing about where our customers take their builds and seeing these cars out on the road doing what they were built to do! We had an awesome Factory Five lineup and customers… Read More » The post Factory Five Night with Mass Cruisers appeared first on Factory Five Racing.
USA 250th Celebration Sale Ends Labor Day!
2026 is off to a great start, and the team wants to keep the momentum going! They have put together a sale for all of our kits to help you build your car your way this year. Score a Free IRS Upgrade OR Save $2,026 Off Options on Mk5 Roadsters, Mk4 Roadsters, Type 65 Coupe, and ’33 Hot Rod To ensure your finest ride is possible, we are offering FREE IRS Upgrades (up to $3,199 in value). Our Independent Rear Suspension is the best suspension configuration Factory Five has to offer. This upgrade package includes: OR you can save $2,026… Read More » The post USA 250th Celebration Sale Ends Labor Day! appeared first on Factory Five Racing.
Peter D. Graduates Mk5 Build for Son Scott’s Wedding
Factory Five customer Peter D. from Pfafftown, NC and his son Scott started to put thier Mk5 Roadster plans together early in Fall 2025. The submitted their order in mid-October 2025 with the kit arriving in mid-December. They soon started to inventory the kit and start building the car as they had a goal of having the Mk5 featured at Scott’s wedding in June 2026. “I am a retired healthcare administrator, and Scott is a project manager for a transportation company,” wrote Peter on The Factory Five Forum. “We are both very mechanically minded. I bought my first car at 14… Read More » The post Peter D. Graduates Mk5 Build for Son Scott’s Wedding appeared first on Factory Five Racing.
Rob M. Reaches First Start Milestone!
There’s many milestones when building a Factory Five including getting the kit in your garage, making it a roller, engine install, and of course, graduating the build. One of the most exciting ones though is the first start, and customer Rob M. from Suttons Bay, MI recently shared his Mk4 firing up for the first time on The Factory Five Forum! “First start was a success!” wrote Rob on the forum. “Dad made it up and we had perfect weather. I primed the fuel pump with my power probe and got the pressure right at 65 psi per the Gen… Read More » The post Rob M. Reaches First Start Milestone! appeared first on Factory Five Racing.
Charles M. is Show Favorite with ’33 Hot Rod
Charles M. from Lakeland, FL purchased a built Factory Five ’33 Hot Rod in February 2026. This Hot Rod was built by a company in California that builds cars for movies and TV shows. It was sold at auction with the proceeds being donated to a charity. The auction winner then sold the car to Charles with 594 miles on it. Charles brought the Hot Rod to the 21st Annual Bay Life Car Show the other week which saw 675 cars attend. As the car show awards were being handed out, Charles was presented with the Show Favorite award! The… Read More » The post Charles M. is Show Favorite with ’33 Hot Rod appeared first on Factory Five Racing.

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