Ugears Drift Cobra Racing Car

We know you love car models and the Ugears Dream Cabriolet, Roadster and U-9 Grand Prix. Then now, make room on the shelf, because a powerful new mechanical model has just found its way into the Ugears Automotive collection. Introducing the Drift Cobra Racing Car, a beautifully crafted two-seat convertible – our spin on what may be the most respected sports car of all time: the Shelby Cobra 427. The Cobra 427, produced between 1965-67, had a 7.0-liter engine of 450-510 horsepower, did 0-100 mph in just over 4 seconds and had a top speed of 300 mph.

Powered by a powerful spring motor, the Ugears Drift Cobra race car has the fastest horsepower under the hood of any mechanical wooden model we know. We think this 3D puzzle/do it yourself model is a beauty, with its thick tires, bulging curves (thanks to parts precision laser-cut in fine 1 mm plywood), a large open mouth at the front and a convertible design. The moving parts of this wooden car include rotating front wheels, doors that open and a hood and trunk that raise. Instead of a rubber band motor, we used a powerful spring mechanism to provide the “muscle power” in this racer and extend the usable life of the model.

To put the model in “drift mode,” turn the front wheels fully to one side or the other, set it on a smooth surface and watch the model break free in a side slip (ideally, your model would make a half to full rotation before proceeding, depending on the driving surface and angle of rotation of the wheels). When the wheels are in the upright position, the model covers a lot of ground – 8 meters or more! Put the wheels in a softer turn, or set the racer down on a less slippery surface, and you’ll watch Drift Cobra complete two or three full circles.

Ugears model kits appeal to builders and hobbyists who love quality, clever design AND who appreciate ingenious mechanical elements with real-world analogs. The Ugears Drift Cobra Racing Car is a great do it yourself idea and a perfect gift idea for the car enthusiasts in your circle of friends and family. Anyone who loved the movie Ford v Ferrari, loves car modeling, do it yourself projects, 3D puzzles or appreciates excellent mechanical and aesthetic design will love the Drift Cobra Racing Car.

Dimensions: 25.5 x 21 x 11.5 cm.
Package size: 37.8 x 17 x 3.3 cm
Number of parts: 370
Estimated assembly time: 9 Hours