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\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\tHigh-Strength Spaceframe Chassis.<\/strong> The Factory Five Racing Type 65 Coupe frame is the heart of the kit. It is computer designed to be extremely strong and light.\u00a0 The frame is shipped as part of an assembled chassis kit, ready to accept bolt-on components. The frame is a completely welded assembly and is delivered in bare steel or with an optional gloss black powdercoating.<\/p>\n Each of the six original Coupes were built on vintage AC chassis. Racing rules changed at the end of the 1964 season to allow for the “modification” of the exterior body shape, while using the same frame\/chassis of an existing homologated design. What we did with the Gen 3 Coupe was the opposite!\u00a0 We kept the period-correct, authentic body shape, but designed an all-new modern chassis upon which this great car is built.<\/p>\n\t Right Materials, Made Right, Here in the USA. <\/strong>While our talented engineering staff uses advanced computer CAD designs right up front, our manufacturing team finishes the job by using the right materials, tools and training to build a better part. Not only does Factory Five lead the component car industry in engineering technology, we set the bar just as high in manufacturing.<\/p>\n The Type 65 Coupe is made in our factory in New England, not Taiwan or South Africa. The end result of all this work is that this most American of cars is made by American\u00a0craftsmen using the right tools, and the right materials, the right way.<\/p>\n\t The Type 65 Coupe features the same proven suspension parts and geometry as the Factory Five Mk4 Roadster.<\/p>\n\t The Type 65 Coupe kit is delivered ready to accept bolt-on rear suspension components in one of three rear suspension configurations:<\/p>\n Our standard 4-link suspension comes with custom anti-squat geometry and ready to accept Ford Mustang 8.8″ solid axle donor rear suspension parts. The standard 4-link rear suspension is a great performance street car suspension.<\/p>\n The upgraded 3-link rear suspension is standard in Type 65 Coupe complete kit. It includes the frame brackets, panhard bar, control arms, coil-over shocks and springs. Recognized as a proven and worthy upgrade to the standard Mustang 4-link, this suspension eliminates any bind and provides an amazingly predictable ride at the track or on the street.<\/p>\n Our Independent Rear Suspension (IRS) option is designed for those looking for the most comfort, authenticity, and performance. The IRS can be added to either the base or the complete kit. It includes a welded-in cage, upper and lower tubular control arms, high-end KONI mono-tube rod-end coil-over shocks (matched to the fronts), and custom assembled axles and CV joints. \u00a0The IRS option for the Type 65 Coupe kit requires the 8.8″ center section, rear spindles, and brakes from a 2015 Ford Mustang.<\/p>\n Like the Mk4, the base Type 65 Coupe kit uses the rear end and brakes from a 1987-2004 Mustang donor car. The Type 65 Coupe complete kit comes with brand-new front brakes including S\/N 95 style spindles and Ford GT 11″ front rotors with twin piston PBR aluminum calipers. We offer a range of optional Halibrand replica wheels that are affordably priced and in the correct sizes\/backspaces to work with our cars.<\/p>\n The Coupe is an extremely unique design and car. The need for authenticity makes the exterior components and trim even more important. When you look closely, you’ll find that our Coupe stays faithful to the original car from the main body shape all the way down to the smallest of details.<\/p>\n\t\n <\/p>\n\t The body shape and style was an accident … a lucky one. We started out to make an authentic 90″ wheelbase Coupe, using our Roadster chassis and pick-up points for reference. That first 90″ wheelbase prototype was simply too small. So we made the difficult decision to increase the vehicle dimensions. But we didn’t simply stretch the wheelbase, rather we enlarged the entire vehicle about 6 percent to maintain proper scale. The result was a jaw dropper!<\/p>\n The truth is the car simply looks right. It looks better than the original car and it’s also sleeker and more attractive than any of the three or four replicas out there that all seem to miss the mark by some distance – we nailed it.<\/p>\n\t Scott Lear | \u00a0Journalist, Grassroots Motorsports Magazine<\/p>\n\t Engine bay and deck height limit engine selection to Ford small blocks (289, 302, 351-based engines), the 5.0L Coyote, and the LS-series of engines. It’s important when taking on this project to decide on an engine and transmission configuration that will deliver the power you need and is within your budget.<\/p>\n The Coupe interior was designed to capture the essence of the original car, yet improve on things like ergonomics, cockpit space, and sound\/heat management.<\/p>\n\t We kept the interior period correct and functional like its\u00a0forbearer, however we designed in modern comfort and\u00a0controls like supportive seating, air conditioning, and\u00a0improved visibility. All these things combine to enhance\u00a0the driving experience rather than affect it.<\/p>\n The kits come with a complete interior and include quality items like the original style bucket seats. Vintage details abound, like our beautiful wood and aluminum steering wheel and safety items like the heart-attack serious\u00a0race-cage, and 5-point racing harnesses for passenger\u00a0and driver round out a nice package.<\/p>\n\t The Coupe backs up its dramatic good looks with performance to match – something that is rare in the kit car world. A modestly built FFR Coupe powered by a 345hp Ford Racing 302 crate engine will sprint to 60 mph in less than four\u00a0seconds! It will also out-brake a Ford GT and out-handle a brand new Porsche 911 Carrera.<\/p>\n Tested by Car and Driver Magazine, November 2000.<\/em><\/p>\n\t\t Brand-new, reasonably priced, high-performance, drop-in engines that are dyno-tested with full warranty and ready to run and a perfect matched for Factory Five kits.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLearn More\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t You can join this community whether you have a car or not. The Factory Five Forum is a great place to start talking to other FFR guys. Our Facebook and Twitter page is used to post fun news about the guys here and customers.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tVisit the Forum\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n“…Galloping to 60 mph takes only 3.6 seconds. Bye-bye Porsche 911! The quarter mile passes in only 11.9 seconds at 119 mph, faster than a Dodge Viper GTS…”<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t
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The Factory Five Mk4 frame is computer designed on Solidworks\u2122 software using Hewlett Packard workstations.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\tType 65 Coupe Suspension & Brakes\n\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t
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Front Suspension Base Kit<\/h5>\n
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2. Three-Link Rear Suspension<\/h5>\n
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The Type 65 Coupe\u00a0Composite Body<\/h1>\n
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“There’s something magical about having a racecar on the street. It’s enough to make anyone a little giddy, and the beauty of this beast is that all you need to do to make the illusion a reality is strap on a helmet and take it to the track.”<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\tType 65 Coupe Running Gear\n\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t
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Type 65 Coupe\u00a0Interior<\/h2>\n
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The Hard Numbers.<\/h4>\n
Engine<\/h5>\n
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