$36,800
Vehicle Details
10050
69,499
4.6L V8 DOHC 32V SUPERCHARGER
Manual
RWD
Red
Black
Gasoline
1FAFP48Y43F332375
Coupe
Leather
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Vehicle Description
2003 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra
Redfire Red over Parchment interior
69k Original Miles
Tastefully modified to 500whp on pump gas
Few modern performance cars have achieved the cult following and long-term collectibility of the Ford Mustang SVT Cobra. Known by enthusiasts simply as the Terminator, this was Ford’s no-compromise answer to the horsepower wars of the early 2000s. Built with a forged bottom-end 4.6L DOHC V8 and factory supercharger, these cars quickly became legends for their strength, tuning potential, and raw analog driving experience.
This particular example checks every box collectors and enthusiasts look for: excellent history, tasteful performance upgrades, low miles, and the rare Redfire Red over Parchment interior combination.
With 69k miles and a clean, well-documented history, this Cobra has been thoughtfully modified to enhance performance while retaining the spirit and drivability that made the Terminator special. The result is a brutally quick yet well-sorted car producing 500 wheel horsepower on pump gas, professionally dyno tuned.
Most importantly, the upgrades were selected with restraint—focused on reliability, cooling, and airflow rather than flashy or excessive modifications. It remains exactly what a Terminator should be: raw, mechanical, and deeply engaging.
At the center of the experience is the Tremec 6-speed manual transmission, paired with a Hurst shifter, delivering the kind of connected driving feel that modern performance cars increasingly lack. No driver aids, no artificial engine noise—just supercharged V8 power and a proper manual gearbox.
Performance & Engine Upgrades
The engine has been built and upgraded with durability and performance in mind, featuring a build with upgraded pistons and rods, along with a Stage 1 camshaft setup to complement the supercharged powerband.
Key performance upgrades include:
Eaton Supercharger with 2.93 Upper / 4lb Lower Pulley (15 PSI Boost)
Metco Crank Kit with Billet Pulleys
Metco Tensioner Brace
Stage 1 Camshaft Set
Built Engine with Upgraded Pistons & Rods
BBK Long Tube Headers
BBK X-Pipe
Bassani 2.5” Catback Exhaust
JLT Cold Air Intake
SCT BA5000 Mass Airflow Sensor
Accufab Single Blade Throttle Body
60lb Fuel Injectors
Kenne Bell Boost-A-Pump Fuel System
PA Performance Alternator
Innovative West Harmonic Balancer
Driver Side Head Cooling Mod
Fluidyne Heat Exchanger
Fluidyne 3-Row Radiator
Canton Powder Coated Coolant & Intercooler Tank
Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
Eibach Performance Springs
Eibach Front Sway Bar
Front Bump Steer Kit
Full Tilt Boogie Adjustable Rear Toe Links
Gripp Caster Camber Plates
Cross-Drilled & Slotted Rotors
Factory Calipers Painted to Match
18” Chrome 2003 Cobra Replica Wheels
Brand New Tires:
275/35R18 Front
305/35R18 Rear
Hurst Short Throw Shifter
Stock Clutch Replaced at 45k Miles
Dyno tuned at 500 WHP on 91 octane and fully 93 octane friendly.
The 2003–2004 Terminator Cobras have already cemented themselves as some of the most collectible modern Mustangs. Their factory forged engines, analog driving feel, and massive tuning potential make them increasingly desirable as newer performance cars become more digital and automated.
This example represents the sweet spot:
Desirable color combination
Low mileage for the year
Well documented history
Tasteful, performance-focused upgrades
Professionally tuned 500whp setup
Still retains the character that made the Terminator legendary
It’s equally at home in a collector’s garage or on a back road!
Visit 5252 Motors to shop our enthusiast cars. You can contact us or call 847 558-7669 to schedule your test drive today.
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