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09-07-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
AC GT SuperSport coming in 2027 with 1,025 horsepower
By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. New Ace Replica Launches AC Cars' American Division The Shelby Cobra and its progenitor, the AC Ace, have spawned countless replicas, some manufactured by the modern incarnation of AC Cars itself. That company is about to deliver one of the most extreme examples yet. Coinciding with the launch of AC Cars America, the company's dedicated United States division, the AC GT SuperSport will offer up to 1,025 horsepower from a 'specifically tuned V8 powertrain,' AC Cars said in a press release. All that power won't come cheap, as AC plans to charge $550,000 for each of the 25 examples it will build. Deliveries are scheduled to start in 2027. Previous Pause Next Unmute 0:00 / 0:09 Full screen Chevrolet says a next-gen Camaro is still possible. What could it look like? Watch More Recognizable Shape With Aero Upgrades Source: AC Cars Source: AC Cars The GT SuperSport retains the overall shape of the AC Ace, which Carroll Shelby famously imbued with a Ford V8 to create the Cobra. It appears to be an evolution of the AC Cobra GT, a modernized version that's actually a bit larger than the original Ace. To that base, the GT SuperSport adds a larger grille opening, widened track and what AC promises are a 'raft of aerodynamic enhancements,' including a prominent rear spoiler. This new model will likely need all the aero help it can get to keep from sliding off whatever road or track the owner chooses to unleash its 1,025 hp on. That's a big increase from the Cobra GT, which is available with naturally-aspirated and supercharged 5.0-liter V8 engines making 460 hp and 663 hp, respectively. AC claims the more powerful version will do zero to 62 mph in 3.4 seconds and reach a top speed of 172 mph. Keeping The Conversation Going Source: AC Cars Source: AC Cars Cobra replicas have been around long enough that the concept risks getting stale, especially as younger buyers who don't have firsthand experience of the original Cobras make up a larger share of the market. That's why it's important for AC to continue devising new variations on the theme. Autoblog Newsletter Autoblog brings you car news; expert reviews and exciting pictures and video. Research and compare vehicles, too. Sign up or sign in with Google Facebook Microsoft Apple By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. In addition to the V8-powered Cobra GT and the new GT SuperSport, AC offers a modern interpretation of the Ace with more traditional styling and less-intense powertrains. Current options include Ford's 2.3-liter turbocharged inline-four, rated at 320 hp, and an electric powertrain rated at 301 hp with a claimed 200 miles of range. These cars will now be sold in the U.S. through AC Cars America, a new division headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida, that will serve as a central hub for sales and customer relations. AC Cars itself remains headquartered in the United Kingdom, and also has facilities in Germany. About the Author Stephen Edelstein View Profile
Miami Herald
08-07-2025
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
AC GT SuperSport coming in 2027 with 1,025 horsepower
The Shelby Cobra and its progenitor, the AC Ace, have spawned countless replicas, some manufactured by the modern incarnation of AC Cars itself. That company is about to deliver one of the most extreme examples yet. Coinciding with the launch of AC Cars America, the company's dedicated United States division, the AC GT SuperSport will offer up to 1,025 horsepower from a "specifically tuned V8 powertrain," AC Cars said in a press release. All that power won't come cheap, as AC plans to charge $550,000 for each of the 25 examples it will build. Deliveries are scheduled to start in 2027. The GT SuperSport retains the overall shape of the AC Ace, which Carroll Shelby famously imbued with a Ford V8 to create the Cobra. It appears to be an evolution of the AC Cobra GT, a modernized version that's actually a bit larger than the original Ace. To that base, the GT SuperSport adds a larger grille opening, widened track and what AC promises are a "raft of aerodynamic enhancements," including a prominent rear spoiler. This new model will likely need all the aero help it can get to keep from sliding off whatever road or track the owner chooses to unleash its 1,025 hp on. That's a big increase from the Cobra GT, which is available with naturally-aspirated and supercharged 5.0-liter V8 engines making 460 hp and 663 hp, respectively. AC claims the more powerful version will do zero to 62 mph in 3.4 seconds and reach a top speed of 172 mph. Cobra replicas have been around long enough that the concept risks getting stale, especially as younger buyers who don't have firsthand experience of the original Cobras make up a larger share of the market. That's why it's important for AC to continue devising new variations on the theme. In addition to the V8-powered Cobra GT and the new GT SuperSport, AC offers a modern interpretation of the Ace with more traditional styling and less-intense powertrains. Current options include Ford's 2.3-liter turbocharged inline-four, rated at 320 hp, and an electric powertrain rated at 301 hp with a claimed 200 miles of range. These cars will now be sold in the U.S. through AC Cars America, a new division headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida, that will serve as a central hub for sales and customer relations. AC Cars itself remains headquartered in the United Kingdom, and also has facilities in Germany. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Yahoo
06-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
The Reborn AC Cobra Is Indeed Coming to America
The reborn and modernized take on the iconic AC Cars Cobra model finally made its North American debut over the weekend, at the increasingly popular ModaMiami auto show. The Sunshine State is the perfect place for such a low-volume, high-impact sports car to make its first appearance, even if the team behind its construction are located in Florida's exact opposite: Sweden. AC Cars is Britain's oldest active automaker, having first opened its doors back in 1901. The brand, of course, is best known for its sports cars that came half a century later, particularly the Ace — the small, nimble roadster that served as the basis for Carroll Shelby's heart transplant experiment, ultimately creating the Shelby Cobra we know and cherish today. AC sold the V-8-swapped machines overseas in-period as the AC Cobra, which is the car you see re-imagined here today. The Cobra GT Roadster first arrived on your screens back in 2023, with the coupe variant following suit in 2024. These aren't simple kits based on the old dimensions, however. The wheelbase has been stretched 11 inches for improved stability, with four extra inches of total length overall. Additional track width helps bring added confidence and capability, while also creating a menacing shape. The cars don't quite have the drop-dead proportions of the original, but you won't mistake one for anything else. A 5.0-liter Coyote V-8 — with or without a supercharger — are your engine options, providing between 454 hp and 663 hp depending on the blower's presence or absence. Ford's six-speed manual and 10-speed automatic gearboxes are on offer to send that power to the rear wheels. And thanks in part to the carbon body that drapes over the new chassis, the AC Cobra GT Roadster and Coupe models are fairly light, sitting around 3200 pounds. Demand for AC Cars' latest projects have required the brand to step outside of their U.K. facility, teaming with T-Engineering for additional production capacity. The outfit is backed by Chinese automaker Dongfeng, but was formed by former Saab engineers in the early 2010s. David Conza, who purchased AC Cars back in 2022, is himself from Sweden. "AC Cars is well and truly back in America, and we're delighted to be with our existing clients and to meet so many new customers in Miami,' said Conza. 'The GT Roadster is a celebration of heritage and modern engineering and, based on the response so far, we know it's going to receive an unbelievable amount of attention over the coming weeks.' As awesome as the AC Cars models are, they do come at a cost. The Roadster models are slated to start around $240,000, whereas the Coupe is about $275,000. You're not likely to score a 'real' Cobra for that money, though, which begs the question: which version of a Cobra are you going for with that kind of scratch? You Might Also Like You Need a Torque Wrench in Your Toolbox Tested: Best Car Interior Cleaners The Man Who Signs Every Car
