AC Cars and the legacy of the AC Cobra
Inextricably linked with the legendary sports car of the 1960s, AC Cars will be reaffirming its rights to the Cobra name when it unveils the new AC Cobra GT roadster in 2023. AC Cars is the legitimate owner of the AC Cobra trademark for new cars in the UK, Europe and key markets around the world. Fiercely protecting the authenticity of genuine AC-badged cars, and the investment its customers make, the company has fought off imitators or companies passing their products off as genuine. AC Cars was an original partner in the Cobra project, and the manufacturer of all original AC Cobra chassis in the 1960s. Modifying the existing AC Ace, which had been altered to accommodate the 2.6-litre Ford Zephyr engine in early 1961 at the factory in Thames Ditton, the first chassis (CSX2000) was shipped to the United States 12 months later in 1962. AC Cars has evolved, manufactured and sold the AC Cobra to customers around the world since then. Find out more of the legacy of AC Cars by visiting the history section of the website. History of AC Cars
AC Cars reveals all-new AC Cobra GT roadster
Here are the first details and images of AC Cars’ brand-new and exclusive sports car, the AC Cobra GT roadster, which will be formally unveiled in spring 2023. Inheriting a profile rightly regarded as legendary, but delivering a revolution in design for the 61-year-old moniker, the new AC Cobra GT Roadster is the result of three years’ of intense investment and development. Focused on producing the most advanced Cobra ever, AC Cars is scheduled to unveil its exclusive new sports car in London in 2023, as the marque prepares to celebrate its 122nd year. Conceived as a true grand tourer, combining speed, agility, and balance with comfort and practicality, the AC Cobra GT Roadster will provide a new level of refinement. Working with leading industry suppliers for its design and development, the construction of the new car heralds the return of European production for the company’s vehicles. Meticulously engineered to be exceptional, the new AC Cobra GT Roadster combines cutting edge material and manufacturing technologies to produce limited-production sports cars commissioned to clients’ tastes. With a range of options inspired by the brand’s heritage, as well as a bespoke service creating unique vehicles, each owner can stamp their personality on their Cobra. With an extruded aluminium space frame chassis, developed specifically for the new AC Cobra GT Roadster by partners Icona Design Group and Cecomp Spa in Italy, the two seater will provide the performance, handling and soundtrack that the Cobra name is famous for. With a V8 engine developing up to 654bhp (663PS) and 575lb ft (780Nm), and the choice of a 6-speed manual or 10-speed automatic gearbox in a car weighing under 1500kg, acceleration will be nothing less than spectacular – with a 0-60 mph sprint of approximately 3.6sec. The development of an all new, and highly advanced, vehicle architecture, as well as a hand-finished manufacturing process, means the AC Cobra GT Roadster will set a benchmark in production detail and build quality. With a wheelbase of 2570mm, the new AC Cobra GT roadster is the largest AC Cobra yet but, thanks to excellent torsional rigidity, it combines refinement with performance-orientated ride and handling. Designed for everyday usability and comfort, features include air conditioning, electric windows, sophisticated in-car entertainment and the option of a removable hardtop. Prices and the full specification of the all new AC Cobra GT Roadster will be confirmed at its unveiling. REGISTER YOUR INTEREST NOW
AC Cars unwraps the new AC Cobra for Christmas
After three years’ intense investment and development, AC Cars will be unwrapping its brand new car, the AC Cobra GT roadster, just in time for Christmas. Publicly revealing the design of the phenomenal new sports car for the first time on December 20th, the rebirth of the iconic AC Cobra will be taking place just before this year’s holiday season. A surprise for the countless fans of the original AC Cobra around the world, the all-new model features cutting-edge technology and construction to deliver the next chapter in the story of the famous sports car. With production starting towards the end of next year, and the first cars with customers in 2024, the designers and engineers have been finalising the new AC Cobra GT Roadster and are now ready to show the result of the thousands of hours of work that has gone into its creation. DISCOVER AC COBRA GT ROADSTER
AC Cars announces David Conza as new CEO
Britain’s oldest car manufacturer announces David Conza as CEO. Next generation of AC Ace and AC Cobra to be unveiled soon. AC Cars, Britain’s oldest car manufacturer, is delighted to announce Swiss entrepreneur David Conza as its new Chief Executive Officer, and his investment in AC’s parent company Acedes Holdings, LLC. Alan Lubinsky, who has led the sports car company for the last 26 years, remains Chairman as the legendary marque develops its next generation of sports cars. With an established track record as a successful entrepreneur and investor in different international venture companies, David will guide AC Cars at an important juncture in its journey. His appointment as CEO marks the start of a period of sustained development for the brand. Together with Chairman Alan Lubinsky, David and his incoming management team will prepare the marque’s new state-of-the-art petrol-powered models and continue to develop its first electric vehicles. David Conza, Chief Executive Officer of AC Cars said: “I’m proud to be able to lead such a famous company and continue a legacy that stretches back 121 years. This is an inherently British brand, and we will honor that by building highly advanced cars worthy of wearing the AC badge.” Alan Lubinsky, Chairman of AC Cars said: “As a car enthusiast and successful entrepreneur, David has a fantastic insight into the market and what clients really look for when buying luxury sport cars. His passion and determination will propel the company forward, providing the impetus and investment needed to produce the next generation of cars. I’m excited to be working with him as we carry the spirit of AC Cars into the future.”