Cobra Catering for Modern Classics with Retro Range

Although the Cobra brand needs little introduction to discerning suspension enthusiasts, the firm’s simply large range of ‘retro’ car springs is perhaps not so well known. Nestled amongst the plethora of modern fitments is a range of springs ranging from as far back as the ‘60s through to the ‘70s and ‘80s. Obvious retro icons like the Mk1 Golf are supremely well catered for, says Cobra, but a perusal through the company’s retro fitment list list reveals more obscure gems like the Opel Manta, Volvo 240, Saab 99, a huge quantity of retro Fords and Vauxhalls and a healthy dollop of early VAG group and Japanese cars. As well as a wide range of spring kits, some models also have sports damper kits available. Most kits lower the recipient car by between 30 and 40mm.

“Many retro fans don’t realise we have over 70 lines available for retro and neo-classic cars,” commented Cobra UK managing director Ian Smith. “Spring technology has come a long way in the last twenty years, so it’s a great way to improve the stance and handling of your car, but also a great chance to fit a component with a 5 year warranty. They’re a true fit and forget proposition.”

The heat-treated springs are plastic coated for a long and durable life – even on the UK’s salted winter roads. Each spring is cold formed for accuracy before being heat treated for strength and durability. Finally, each and every spring is shot-peened to pre-fatigue the spring and eliminate sagging. This lengthy production process explains Cobra’s confidence in its product and thus generous warranty.

More information on fitments can be found at the company’s website www.cobra-suspension.com.