1973 AC Cobra | London, Hertfordshire

The AC Cobra is the British roadster that took Ford V8 power and put it in a small, light open body. It is known and liked for that mix: compact proportions, a wide stance and a big engine up front. This car is black with a red interior, a strong contrast that holds up in daylight and under lights. DVLA records name Gardner Douglas as the maker, so it is a Cobra-style build with a 6.0-litre engine. The open two-seat cockpit keeps driver and passenger in clear view, and the low body leaves the location visible around it. Photography, fashion and editorial shoots get a red cockpit to frame against the setting, and film, TV and music video work gets a 1960s-style sports car that reads clearly on screen. Events can use it as a display piece with a clear British-American story. It also suits a wedding arrival or a birthday. It is based in London, Hertfordshire.