Long regarded as one of the best producers of Cobra replicas, Contemporary Classic Motorcar Company in Mamaronek, New York, used a real Cobra, CSX3045, as the tooling to base its one-piece fiberglass body on. In business from the 1970s through the early New Millennium, the company was known for producing Cobras to customer specifications, from engine sizes to colors and interior treatments, it was a largely bespoke effort. This Contemporary Cobra, CCX33656, is powered by a 427 CI V-8 engine with the added benefit of Mallory ignition, FiTech fuel injection, an Edelbrock intake and a 4-speed manual transmission. Delivering 500 HP, this Cobra features a number of elements seen on the original, such as knock-off wheels with big Goodyear tires, a chrome roll hoop, side-exit exhausts, mini bumpers, a correctly proportioned windscreen with wings, Le Mans-style fuel filler and more. Inside, the Contemporary Cobra brings it up a notch with a level of luxury the original never even thought of, with bucket seats upholstered in soft, light gray leather that has been slightly gathered for effect, matching light gray carpeting piped in matching vinyl, custom door panels with cargo bags, a dashboard upholstered in matching vinyl with Smiths instruments nestled within, a Moto-Lita steering wheel and Simpson harnesses. Of course, the infamous Mustang shifter installed backward to control the 4-speed is a standard Cobra necessity. Front disc brakes help keep things in check. Well detailed and finished in the classic blue with white racing stripe livery, this Cobra replica presents a scene under the hood and in the passenger compartment that is fabulous and very well kept. Rarely seen on the market, a Contemporary Cobra is a gem of an opportunity, with these cars well known for blending modern luxuries and engineering with classic styling and exacting proportions and details.