1965 Midstates Cobra replica powered by a fully built 351 Cleveland featuring direct injection and a Vortech supercharger. It is paired with a brand-new Tremec TKX 5-speed transmission, Kevlar puck clutch, narrowed Ford 9-inch four-link rear end with limited slip , four-wheel disc brakes, and upgraded suspension throughout. Midstates Classic Cars & Parts (originally based in Hooper, Nebraska, and run by Bob Kallio) was a notable manufacturer of Cobra replica kit cars. (https://www.shellvalley.com/index.cfm/page/ptype=page/page_cd=info/info.htm)
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In 1999, Rich Anderson (who purchased Shell Valley Companies in 1997) acquired Midstates to merge its sterling reputation and Cobra replica technologies with the Shell Valley brand. (https://www.hotrod.com/features/0509kc-shell-vally-companies-shop-tour)(https://www.shellvalley.com/index.cfm/page/ptype=page/page_cd=info/info.htm)
The Acquisition Story
⢠The 1999 Buyout: Anderson successfully brokered a deal to buy Midstates from Bob Kallio. (https://www.shellvalley.com/index.cfm/page/ptype=page/page_cd=info/info.htm)
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⢠Business Strategy: Instead of completely absorbing the brand, Anderson made a strategic decision to have Kallio continue running Midstates as a separate but equal, standalone brand under the Shell Valley parent company. (https://www.hotrod.com/features/0509kc-shell-vally-companies-shop-tour)
Generation II Cobra: This acquisition eventually allowed both brands to combine their best features, culminating in the release of the "Generation II Cobra Replica Kit Car" in 2007. (https://www.shellvalley.com/index.cfm/page/ptype=page/page_cd=info/info.htm)
Recent Ownership: In 2009, Travis Roth purchased the assets for both combined companies and formed Shell Valley Classic Wheels, Inc. (http://www.shellvalley.com), which is located today in Platte Center, Nebraska.
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Details on Midstates
⢠Specialty: Along with iconic 427 Cobra replicas, Midstates was well known for producing classic street rod parts and accessories. (https://www.shellvalley.com/index.cfm/page/ptype=page/page_cd=info/info.htm)(https://www.facebook.com/groups/915165088496389/posts/9612751078737703/)
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Build Heritage: Midstates classic cars frequently featured notable components, such as old-school FE 427 Side-Oiler engines or classic Ford top-loader transmissions. (https://www.facebook.com/groups/915165088496389/posts/9612751078737703/)(https://www.shellvalley.com/index.cfm/page/ptype=results/category_id=61/mode=cat/cat61.htm)
Legacy: Midstates-built replicas such as the 1999 generation remain highly sought after in the secondary and auction markets, and their vintage custom fiberglass parts continue to service the auto racing and specialty vehicle industries.
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