Originally Posted by BassPlayah
Newbie here. I live in Seattle and have had interest in this car for a couple months now. Thought it was an ERA car, per the ad, and literally just talked to Peter at ERA today about the car. He said "definitely not one of ours."
However, with more than $100K in receipts and full documentation, and 913 miles on the ODO, I admit I'm having a hard time passing because the ad isn't technically correct. Warren, the consignor, is a decent enough fellow, has a good rep in town, and I think it's just an honest mistake from a guy who is trying to help out a friend and may not be a Cobra expert like many of you are. And since many of you are true experts, I would ask -- what's wrong with this car, in your opinion? Is this a $55K car? If you think $55k is too high, then what do you think this car is roughly worth?
I have been shopping off and on for six months for an ERA car, which is why I thought I hit the jackpot when this car hit CL. However, I knew something was amiss when the ad has renewed for months now because the car hasn't sold. But maybe it's a heckuva car for $35K? $43k? I'll take any feedback on the car y'all care to offer.
*** FYI, One of the reasons I have yet to get serious about an offer is because I'm just over six feet tall, and my knees hit the steering wheel: haven't been able to test drive myself. Warren thinks a smaller radius steering wheel and cutting/bending the pedals or pedal throw would be all that's needed, but I'm still nervous about having to modify the car to be able to drive it. And that's probably a sign that it's not the right car for me. But maybe a little customization is no big deal, or shouldn't be a deal killer? I am likely to go look at it again, and go through ALL the receipts, but wanted to have as much info from this group as I can prior to visiting again... if, that is, you guys think it's a car worth looking into further. The owner is pretty firm on the price, and this may all be for not. But with this group's feedback, maybe I can make a legit case for why the car should be sold for something significantly less. Thanks in advance for any help you can provide, and since I don't want to buy a problem car, or a car that would be tough to sell someday, I welcome negative comments. I also welcome any leads anyone has for a true ERA 427 car that could be purchased for below $50K. I have budgeted $40-45K, and don't mind if it takes me a year or two to find the right car at the right price.
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