[Slick61]

I've always found the Cobra relatively easy to drive, provided you respect the car's capabilities. I don't think it takes much skill to drive, but it does take skill to drive WELL. What this car really requires is BRAINS. You've got to respect the power, and remember its handling quirks. I made a promise to myself, when I bought my Backdraft, that I would NOT end up in somebody's YouTube video, wadding-up my car. It seems like it always happens when trying to show off or impress someone else... which I try NOT to do. So far... so good. I'll admit I'm not the greatest of drivers... nor have I taken a performance driving class. But I KNOW my limitations as a driver... and I'm well aware of the car's capabilities. Very occasionally, I'll explore the upper regions of my driving skill... but ONLY in a safe location. One careless moment can be deadly... and/or expensive. I have a co-worker who keeps asking me when he's going to get a "REAL" ride in the Backdraft... and I always tell him: "the kind of ride you want, you're not going to get from me!" I may occasionally explore that deep well of power beneath my right foot, but not with someone else in the car. I've owned this car for over 6 years... and it still scares me... and I think THAT is what keeps me alive!