Backdraft Roadster, Roush 402 (Cobra, Shelby, Superformance,race car,sports car)

FULLY OPTIONED

ROUSH 402 SR

DUAL ROLL HOOPS

PERFORMANCE SUSPENSION

WILWOOD 6-POT “BIG BRAKES”

CHROMED AND POLISHED 17” WHEELS

$80K TO DUPLICATE!

Exotic. yet comfortably classic – the way Enzo would have designed a Cobra.   The chassis is lower. wider and longer. with a more accommodating cockpit.   Smoothly flared front fenders. narrow waist and bulging rear arches submit to long. thick sidepipes and a bellowing V8 roar.   Yang yields to yin in this ultimate expression of automotive virility.  

This is the brutally refined Backdraft Roadster. and it turns heads everywhere.   At the Woodward Dream Cruise. Ferraris and Lambos were slighted when they pulled alongside.   Upfront parking was reserved for this car when it transported us to Orchestra Hall and the Detroit Symphony.   At Fleming's Steakhouse. valets paid us to let them park it.   With about 1. 00 produced to date. the Backdraft is as rare as a Ferrari 458 – and faster to 100.

Includes every option.   Excellent condition.   More than $80. 00 to duplicate (contact for dealer estimate).   Appraised at $55. 00 (contact for copy of appraisal).   Only the finest components and technical assistance were utilized to create this unique motorcar.

Despite ferocious potential. this car has never been driven on a track.   In fact. I've never burned rubber with this car.   That's for my track day car (see included picture).   This regal Backdraft has been a boulevard king. and driven accordingly.

TECHNICAL:

·        2007 production. titled as a 1965

·         Triple-laminated fiberglass body on welded tube frame

·         Functional hood scoop

·        Track-proven mid-engine design (engine mounted behind centerline of front axle)

·        Fully-independent BMW suspension

·        VDO gauges

·        Carpeted interior and trunk

ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT: 

·        Indigo Blue Metallic paint with silver stripes (BMW colors)

·        Dual chromed roll hoops ($750 option)

·        Chrome-plated fire extinguisher

·        German fabric top and side curtains. fits in trunk ($1. 50 option)

·        Insulated tonneau cover

·        Plexiglass wind wings and visors

·        Dual-speed heater ($600 option)

·        Trunk-mounted 1. 00 watt Secret Audio AM/FM/10-disc CD. remote controlled from cockpit ($1. 00 option)

·        BDR all-weather car cover and fender cover ($300 option)

·        Chrome nudge bars and overriders. front and rear ($1. 00 option)

·        Hallibrand 17” knock-off wheels. polished AND chromed. very rare ($1. 00 option)

·        Xenon high-intensity headlights ($550 option) 

·        Polished Roush 402 SR with MSD ignition.   515 HP and 515 lb/ft torque.  

·        TKO 500 5-speed with Hurst short-shifter

·        Centerforce dual plate clutch and McLeod throwout bearing

·        Ceramic coated sidepipes with chromed heat shields ($900 option)

UPGRADES:

At approximately 6. 00 miles. I upgraded the car.   My intention was to lower the car's roll center. improve handling. and maximize braking performance while maintaining or improving the excellent boulevard ride.   I consulted Reg Dodd. owner of Backdraft Racing.   In an abundance of kindness. and over the course of several hours. Reg provided his recommendations.   I hired ex-Roush and NASCAR mechanic Kurt Ritchie to implement them.  

·        About $15. 00 expended

·        Only BDR-supplied parts installed (unless noted)

·        New 3. 64 BMW limited slip differential ($1. 00)

·        Turner Motorsports suspension including adjustable castor. spherical trailing arm/rear control arm bushings. and heim-jointed links  

·       Performance motor and differential mounts and subframe bushings

·  Performance springs and shocks.  Lowers ride height ($2. 00)

·        BDR performance cooling package.   Thicker and wider radiator and high-flow fan.   Provides additional cooling for cruising.

·        Wilwood 6-pot/4-pot "Big Brakes" with powder-coated calipers. slotted/drilled rotors and braided stainless lines ($3. 00)

·        Sparco 12” suede-lined flat-bottomed steering wheel

·        Cobra seats with Pirelli rubber suspension system. strongly recommended by Reg Dodd ($1. 00)

·        Dual Raydot side and Broadway center mirror package (provides 160 degree field of vision)

·        Wider and stickier Nitto "01" rubber ($1. 00)

·        New set of BDR monogram mats ($300)

·        Optima lightweight competition battery

·         Pedal array modified for heel/toeing by NASCAR mechanic

·        Griot's Garage “Super Loud American” horn

·        Dual dash-mounted 12 VDC power ports

·        Integrated "Battery Tender"

·        2” gumball shift knob contributed by Robby Gordon from his NASCAR racer

    Finally. the car was aligned and corner weighted for a 200 pound driver at Autoeurope in Birmingham MI (thanks. Tom and Eric Schick).   The result:  Handling. brakes and acceleration suited to the Nordschleife. and a boulevard ride ideal for cruises and long tours (thanks again for the Pirelli seats. Reg Dodd).  

Sale includes original leather clamshell seats. vintage steering wheel. stock springs and suspension alignment components. used BDR logo mats. spare BMW rear swingarms and other parts.   For more information. message Bruce via eBay or call my cell at 810-938-1010.   Thanks!

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