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2005 Pilgrim Cobra 5.9 - Magzine featured

Based on a Pilgrim chassis, motivated by 400bhp's worth of 5.9-litre 'Magnum' V8, and featuring all the right 'bits', this is a faithful recreation of the ultimate Cobra, the 427SC.

ESTIMATE: £28,000 - £32,000

+ buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.

LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Sunday 1st June, 2025 at 11.00am BST at Bicester Heritage, OX26 5HA

BODY COLOUR
Blue
DRIVE
RHD
REG NUMBER
GHJ 556D
ODOMETER READING
12500 Miles

SUMMARY

Based on a Pilgrim chassis, motivated by 400bhp's worth of 5.9-litre 'Magnum' V8, and featuring all the right 'bits', this is a faithful recreation of the ultimate Cobra, the 427SC.

DESCRIPTION

Fabulous 427SC recreation built between 2005 and 2007 with just 12,500 miles since
Although the Sumo’s registration papers date it at 2005, it has been recognised as a 1960s vehicle (hence the ‘66 plate) and is V5 registered correctly
Well designed, cleverly engineered, and classically presented in metallic blue with white stripes and matching hardtop
Powered by a 360ci Magnum now offering over 400bhp. Many parts have been sourced from USA to accentuate the authenticity, including the dashboard, badges, competition mirrors, cooling fans, exhausts and paint
All the 'right' features Jaguar independent suspension, Salisbury LSD, Hurst Competition Plus shifter, Milodon sump, MSD ignition and distributor, Moroso air filter, Holley carb, Flowtech headers, side-exit exhausts with heat shields, and much more
Three articles about this car in Complete Kit Car Magazine, “No Expense Spared Mega-Build,” Readers Car of the Year,” and “Blast from the Past.”
West Sussex-based, Pilgrim Motorsports are still very much in business, still producing ‘semi-monocoque’ Sumo Cobra replicas, and importantly, spares for their earlier cars

SPECIFICATION

Make: PILGRIM
Model: COBRA
Registration Number: GHJ 556D
MOT Expiry: 10/01/2026
Chassis Number: 03M0360S9PAR1975
Engine Number: 360S10021
Transmission: Manual
Body Colour: Blue

GALLERY

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SPECIALIST

Richard Greenhalgh
Car Specialist
07948 152921
richard@iconicauctioneers.com

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SCORE:

107 / 135

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This is a faithful recreation of the ultimate Cobra, the 427 SC, which Carol Shelby created in 1965. it is based on a Pilgrim chassis with a 5.9 Litre Chrysler engine giving in excess of 400 BHP. It has Jaguar independent suspension and a Salisbury limited slip differential. Many parts have been sourced from USA to accentuate the authenticity, including “American Racing” wheels, dashboard, badges, competition mirrors, exhausts, paintwork and even US military aircraft seat belts. Key is that it is not just another replica, but it is a faithful recreation of the original 427 SC, and has been featured in leading magazines. Today, a genuine 427SC would fetch in excess of a million dollars.

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Gearbox rebuild during my ownership (invoice in the file). Exhaust pipes re- ceramic coated.

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Registered in 2005, and completed in 2007. It has a genuine 1966 registration plate to enhance its authenticity. There have been 3 articles published about the car in leading replica magazines: “Superb Pilgrim Cobra, No Limits Build Mega-Mods,” “Readers Car of the Year,” and “Blast from the Past.” I acquired the car in March 2019. I bought it at auction and had to bid against the CEO of Pilgrim Cars, who wanted it back to use as a demonstrator. The car has been serviced, had a gearbox rebuild, exhausts recoated, and I have a box file of history, useful information, and the replica magazines. The next MOT isn’t due until January 2026.

About the Seller Rating

A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

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Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT. Storage is £10 plus VAT per day for the first seven days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.

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2005 Pilgrim Cobra 5.9 - Magzine featured

2005 Pilgrim Cobra 5.9 - Magzine featured