I have always found it interesting to see how many "concept" cars never make it beyond the prototype stage. Typically, they show up at a few motor shows and then are never seen again. Often these cars are just being used as test beds for drivetrains that will go into standard models, or they have simply been a marketing tool to heighten interest in a brand. One example that comes to mind is the 2004 Ford Cobra concept. It was a great looking car, but sadly it never went into production. Not to be deterred, Denis Bedford from Australia decided that he would build a 2004 Cobra replica kit. Those who know their Aussie motoring history would realize that if anyone could pull this off it would be Denis. He earned his place in automotive history by first producing his Volkswagen-based Sabre kit cars, and went on to produce a vintage Cobra kit as well as a GT40 kit. While he eventually sold his interest in DRB Sportscars, retirement apparently did not sit well with Denis and it wasn't long before the first 2004 Cobra kit, rebadged the "SC 540," rolled out of his factory. Because the car is based on a modern BA Ford Falcon drivetrain, construction should be relatively simple as it uses the complete wiring harness and other major components such as brakes, gearbox and motor. I'd really like to know what Ford and Carol Shelby think. What's your take on this new kit car?
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