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07-18-2014, 12:33 PM
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Dilema, what would you do?
Currently I have a 1966 Mustang Fastback Hertz clone appraised at $42, 500 and have the chance to purchase a Cobra Shelby for $34,000. My wife says I can't have both this is mainly due to the fact we don't have the room for a fifth car. So my dilemma is should I sell the 66 Fastback and purchase the Cobra. I know this is probably the wrong site to ask this because everyone is a Cobra fan, but I'm just looking for some input as I love both cars.
thanks for your time
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07-18-2014, 12:39 PM
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Sell the clone and buy another clone.
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07-18-2014, 01:15 PM
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Location: Big Apple,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Nissan
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dont do it. the $34K cobra is just a mustang convertible but skinnier.
best thing to find a local car club or cobra owner and ask for a short term lease. test drive before u buy
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07-18-2014, 01:28 PM
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Not sure where you live, but if it gets cold in Winter and rains, you will probably get a lot less drive time with a Cobra than the Mustang. You can modify the Cobra to drive in these conditions, but it sure takes away the "fun" factor.
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07-18-2014, 01:33 PM
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Get plenty of cold weather and rain, my Mustang has never seen rain or water since I've owned it (use waterless car wash on it) does not have a spot of rust. Still can't decide what to do, wish I had a bigger garage lol.
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07-18-2014, 01:36 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Sulphur Springs,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Hurricane Motorsports #1121 427W
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Here is what to do , Get rid of the wife and keep your 5 cars add the Cobra and have an
even half dozen .
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07-18-2014, 01:47 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Carlsbad,
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Cobra Make, Engine: SPF 2932 with 438 Lykins Motorsports engine. Previous owner of FFR 5452.
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Keep the mustang!
She may hate driving in the cobra and then you're screwed!
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07-18-2014, 01:55 PM
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Location: San Marcos california,
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Cobra Make, Engine: 1989 KCC from South Africa Right Hand Drive
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Sell one of the other cars and get a Cobra and keep the Mustang....  |
07-18-2014, 02:09 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2000
Location: Greenville,
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Cobra Make, Engine: 70 Shelby convertible, ERA-289 FIA, 65 Sunbeam Tiger, mystery Ford powered 2dr convertible
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Quote:
Originally Posted by crash22
Currently I have a 1966 Mustang Fastback Hertz clone appraised at $42, 500 and have the chance to purchase a Cobra Shelby for $34,000. My wife says I can't have both this is mainly due to the fact we don't have the room for a fifth car. So my dilemma is should I sell the 66 Fastback and purchase the Cobra. I know this is probably the wrong site to ask this because everyone is a Cobra fan, but I'm just looking for some input as I love both cars.
thanks for your time
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Don't play the trade game, don't play the "I'm testing the waters (IE: fishing) game, just sell it, take the money you cleared and use it as your budget. Buy with cash, and be done with it.
Ignore the troll that posted above, he is only here to stir the pot and get his jollies off by doing so.
Bill S.
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07-18-2014, 04:06 PM
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The problem is I can only have one or the other as my garage can only hold one car, and I wouldn't feel comfortable parking either the Mustang or Shelby in the driveway. Maybe I convince my wife to sell our house and buy something with a bigger garage. LOL
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07-18-2014, 04:20 PM
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Cobra Make, Engine: RCR GT 40 & 1966 Fairlane 390 5 speed
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I love my Cobra
but I suggest you keep the Fastback
Dwight
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07-18-2014, 04:39 PM
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Location: Redding,
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Cobra Make, Engine: 1966 Classic Roadster
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For me, it would depend on if I'm done with the Mustang. If I've had it long enough and my enthusiasm is gone and I'm looking for something more exciting, then I'd do the switch. If you are not "done" and will regret the sale of the Mustang, then don't do it. There will always be Cobras available when you're ready.
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07-18-2014, 05:18 PM
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Cobra Make, Engine: FFR Roadster
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Only you can answer that question. Like Greg said, if you're bored with it, then it might be time for a change. Also, it would depend on the condition of the $34k Cobra, it might not be worth $34k, or it might be a great deal.
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07-18-2014, 05:35 PM
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Location: Peoria,
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Cobra Make, Engine: FFR, 347, Massflow inj, 65 GT350 tribute
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I have my Cobra and GT350 in a storage facility...couple hundred a mo but well
worth it.
Mike
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07-18-2014, 06:09 PM
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Storage facility may be an option, I can store a car at local unit for $80 a month, something to ponder
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07-18-2014, 07:05 PM
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Then you have to decide which one to store!
Take the wife for a test ride in a cobra. She'll either love it or hate it. In any case, decision made!
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07-18-2014, 07:05 PM
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Cobra Make, Engine: 70 Shelby convertible, ERA-289 FIA, 65 Sunbeam Tiger, mystery Ford powered 2dr convertible
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Quote:
Originally Posted by rokfor
Only you can answer that question. Like Greg said, if you're bored with it, then it might be time for a change. Also, it would depend on the condition of the $34k Cobra, it might not be worth $34k, or it might be a great deal.
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At the same time his "insurance (not market) appraisal" most likely will not come close to what the actual sale price of his car would be either.
Bill S.
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07-18-2014, 07:33 PM
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Location: Little Rock area,
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Cobra Make, Engine: ERA Street Roadster #782 with 459 cu in FE KC engine, toploader, 3.31
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Is your garage large enough (and tall enough) for a 4-post lift. Amazing what you can do in a garage if you have enough motivation.
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07-19-2014, 08:56 AM
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Cobra Make, Engine: Classic427 351w
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I agree with most of the others, that if you are truly growing bored with the Mustang, then a cobra would be a fun replacement.
I have owned many cool muscle cars over the years (one at a time like you).
I can tell you that the Cobra is a real driving experience! Probably the funest car I have ever driven! I bought my Cobra to replace my Bike, because I was getting tired of people not looking out for motorcycles.
But if you really love your Mustang, I would recommend keeping it. They are getting rarer everyday.
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07-19-2014, 09:09 AM
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Location: Brimfield,
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Cobra Make, Engine: ERA 427 Narrow Hip Street Roadster
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Is your garage tall enough for storage lift? If so have both then you know for sure .
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