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Pilgrim Sumo AC Cobra Replica Chassis no. FLCH15301E Engine no. FLCH15301E

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Pilgrim Sumo AC Cobra Replica
Chassis no. FLCH15301E Engine no. FLCH15301E
The Summer Classic Sale Important Collectors' Automobilia, Motorcycles and Motor Cars|20 June 2015, 15:00 BST|Oxford

Pilgrim Sumo AC Cobra Replica
Chassis no. FLCH15301E
Engine no. FLCH15301E

Footnotes

Sussex-based kit-car builder Pilgrim manufactures sports cars in a variety of classic styles, the Sumo being influenced by the legendary AC Cobra. Introduced in 1987, the Sumo offered enthusiasts a less expensive route to 'Cobra' ownership, using Ford Cortina engines and running gear. The Mk2 brought with it Ford Granada independent rear suspension and the option of Ford V6 engines or, later, the Rover V8. In 1993 the Mk3 Sumo was introduced in two forms, one using Ford Sierra running gear, the other Jaguar. The steel chassis combines ladder frame, spaceframe and monocoque construction techniques, while the bodywork is hand crafted in glassfibre. Like many similar vehicles the Sumo is available for self-build or as a 'turn key' car, with a wide range of options to individual customer choice.

This Pilgrim Cobra Replica is powered by a Chevrolet '350' 5,657cc, V8 engine that produces 260hp and drives the wheels via a competition clutch and a five-speed gearbox. As the car weighs only 1,100kg, exciting performance is guaranteed. It should be noted that the date of manufacture given on the accompanying Austrian registration papers - 1971 - is actually that of the donor car used in the Pilgrim's construction.

Saleroom notices

We are pleased to report that the body fitted is of Pilgrim manufacture. The professionally built mechanicals are of Ford origin. The registration lists the car as a 1971 Pilgrim Cobra.

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