Agree with you 110% on the Backdraft, I actually like them better than the Shelby's and Superperformance. They are my favorite too. You can get a nice roller for 33,900$ and then slip in a crate engine. You can probably do one for low to mid 40's new if you do it yourself. The thought crossed my mind but I got my Cobra for what a roller would have cost, less what I got for my car which they adjusted to 13k and it was a deal I couldn't pass up. There are quite a few Backdrafts on the Cobra Country site. Most are in the upper 40's, 50's which is out of my price range. I decided on this Factory 5 because it has the right look, parts are readily available and they have great customer service. Most people don't know the difference, to them its a Cobra. Cars.com also has a Shelby page so now you know how I got off on this tangent. I hope at some point you can fullfill your dream.
Gary I'll be in touch about the pads, its a complete set that I have never gotten around to putting on the car I just want to get all the loose ends tied up before I start with the parts.