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11-10-2008, 09:14 AM
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Advice/recomendations--WTB Hi-Per Cobra
Hi All,
New to the Forum.
Looking for a "super" performance Cobra replica (fiberglass body---would rather have the $'s in performance than the aluminum body).
Need a turn key, ready to go, reliable (warrenty if possible), beautiful example.
The more HP the better, but the chassis/brakes/handling must support the HP.
What'ca got, where do I look, who/what do I avoid?
$40K to $70K budget.
Thanks,
George
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11-10-2008, 09:27 AM
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Cobra Make, Engine: #1459 w/460(sold)New(used),spf w/427s.o.(sold)
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where do u live?
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11-10-2008, 09:36 AM
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Location: Yorba Linda,
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Cobra Make, Engine: SPF w/392CI stroker
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Start here:
http://www.cobracountry.com/
Drive as many as you can...each "brand" is slightly different in their own ways. Given your budget you can certainly buy a nice Superformance or Backdraft without any problems. Also a used ERA would be a good choice. Doubt you'll get a Kirkham in that range, but occasionally a screaming deal can be found (especially during these rough times).
Good luck,
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11-10-2008, 09:42 AM
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Hi Dean,
Thanks for the reply.
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11-10-2008, 09:51 AM
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Cobra Make, Engine: SPF 2613 Titanium w/Black, Roush 402SR
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Agree with Dean. Look at and drive as many cars as possible. Depending on where you live, try to link up with one of the regional Cobra Groups to learn about the different makes.
When you find a car that you might want to buy, post in the regional club forum where the car is located. If you're lucky, someone on Club Cobra will know the car and can vouch for it.
You can't miss with a Superformance. 
There are a lot of great cars and deals out there. Good luck in your search!
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11-10-2008, 10:05 AM
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Quote:
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where do u live?
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11-10-2008, 11:05 AM
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Cobra Make, Engine: #1459 w/460(sold)New(used),spf w/427s.o.(sold)
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did u want new or used? you should be able to get a new car in that range.....W/a nice 427fe from KC......
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11-10-2008, 12:02 PM
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Cobra Make, Engine: BDR#433/513/742
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Jay @ Vintage has this one
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11-10-2008, 03:16 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by RedBarchetta
Start here:
http://www.cobracountry.com/
Drive as many as you can...each "brand" is slightly different in their own ways. Given your budget you can certainly buy a nice Superformance or Backdraft without any problems. Also a used ERA would be a good choice. Doubt you'll get a Kirkham in that range, but occasionally a screaming deal can be found (especially during these rough times).
Good luck,
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Dean,
Third one down on the Cobracountry site, Loanstar LS427, in Utah looks like the ticket.
Your thoughts?
Thanks,
george |
11-10-2008, 03:32 PM
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A little farther down is an ERA. More money but a better car IMO.
Larry
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11-10-2008, 03:38 PM
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Dean,
Third one down on the Cobracountry site, Loanstar LS427, in Utah looks like the ticket.
Your thoughts?
Thanks,
george
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George, I know little about the Loanstar product because it wasn't on my radar when I was shopping some 5+ years ago for my SPF.
The BIGGEST mistake many make when buying a Cobra is that they have the money ready to deploy and the deals are looking really good, and then they buy something that (a) either doesn't fit their frame well or (b) it wasn't what they thought it would be. Owning a Cobra is a relationship...it's simply a very raw ride (think Harley-Davidson with four tires) and a very visceral experience. If you don't care about noise, cold wind in your hair, getting caught in the rain, gas fumes, scaring the bajeebies out of small children, setting off car alarms, pissing off your neighbors every now and then, then this car is for you.
You're going to spend a boat load of money...might as well invest some time in actually seeing as many cars as you can. Trust me, with this economy and where we are headed, there are certainly going to be more deals to be had in the coming months. Time is on your side.
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11-10-2008, 07:13 PM
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Cobra Make, Engine: RCR GT 40 & 1966 Fairlane 390 5 speed
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Hurricane Cobra for sale
Take a look at this one.
This is the second of three Cobras Mike has build and he is selling this one because he just finished a Shell Valley Coupe. Wife said, one has to go! I have 380 pictures of the build. Email me if you want pictures.This is a Cobra you can drive from coast to coast.
Dwight algunruner@aol.com
For Sale: 1966 Hurricane 427S/C Cobra. Ford Vermilion Red w/white stripes and black pinstripes. The BIG Picture: Click Here! Under the hood: 428 Keith Craft stroker (461 cid). All engine info and dyno sheet (600 hp/ 619 ft trq) included for you. Engine outfitted with all the good stuff: MSD distributor, 6AL box, Holley 750 carb. Canton front sump T-style oil pan. Edelbrock Hypo water pump. high-volume aluminum radiator with high rpm fan (2,800 cfm), March pulley setup. BIG Photo of powerplant: Click Here! Geartrain: Lakewood scattershield, Tremec 500 gearbox, rugged 9" Ford rear end (3.25:1 gear ratio), Moser axles. Suspension/brakes/rolling stock: 4-wheel 11" disc brakes, four QA1 adjustable, chromed, coil-over shocks. Wilwood pedal assembly and master cylinders, adjustable front upper control arms; rear end has three link adjustable control arms and panhard bar. Vintage Wheels fitted with Mickey Thompson tires. In the cockpit: period-correct hardwood-rimmed Cobra steering wheel, Classic Instruments gauges, fire extinguisher, black vinyl dash, seats and door panels with black carpet, black floormats trimmed with rich red piping; stainless steel footbox and upright support covers, 2-speed heater, wind wings and visor, doors and trunk weather-stripped, battery cutoff switch, trunk carpet. BIG Photo of cockpit: You also get: black hard top with insulation and windows (sliders on each side), and a complete photo album of build and maintenance record. Very well taken care of, and this serpent has all the “bugs” worked out. 8,800 miles on car and 8,000 on engine. This nimble little Cobra handles very well; it's extremely quick yet very streetable and driver-friendly. BIG hardtop shot: $44,500 (reduced from the $52,900 I originally advertised it for).. Contact Mike at (256) 483-9472 CST, or email: MikeDLane@comcast.net
Florence, Alabama
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11-10-2008, 07:54 PM
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I know a guy that has a Superformance for sale. 600+ HP. Set up for racing and is street legal. He has had half a dozen guys look at it and told then that he would not sell it to them because, in his opinon, they did not have enough knowlage of HP cars to be driving one. He said that if something happened that he would feel responsable knowing that they did not have the driving experiance. His car, his decision.
Have you ever driven a high hp skateboard before? 
Good luck finding what you want.
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11-10-2008, 09:44 PM
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Take a deep breath and step away from the check book. There are lots of kits out there, and lots of configurations. It can quickly get very confusing if you don't have a plan. This is not like buying a classic Mustang or Camaro, where' they all started out essentially the same. Put 50 Cobras together in one place, and none of them will be alike under the skin.
Before looking at specific cars, you need to narrow your search down a little. The first real question is, exactly which Cobra do you want? Street, FIA, early small block, 427SC? They're all Cobras, and they're all available.
The second question is, how important is originality? Some replicas are a spot on duplicate of an original car. And some are not. Some are way off, and some are pretty close.
Then you have to start looking at what you want in a car. Some kits like the FFR can use stock Ford parts. That makes repairs easy. Some kits use more exotic parts, like a Jag rear. That can sometimes make repairs a little more difficult. Som kits have IRS as an option, and some don't.
I would Start by listing your absolute requirments, and your preferred options. Then contact the kit makers that meet your requirements and get their info packets. Once you've decided on a couple of kits you like, you can start shopping for what you want.
Also, you might consider having a pro builder put one together to your specs. A bit more expensive, but if you have special desires it's easy to accomodate.
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11-11-2008, 11:33 AM
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Hi George, If a sophisticated modern chassis with new C5 Corvette suspension, brakes and differential wrapped in beautiful Snake Skin is your cup of tea I invite you to check out my Cobra Kit at www.chesnutmotorsports.com. I have one of them going to Texas in 6 weeks. I don't normally build complete cars but am willing to discuss it. Have fun checking all of the different cars out. In my opoinion my car offers higher performance than most. John |
11-11-2008, 05:52 PM
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How about this on? You basiclly can make a list of your requirements and find something that meets your needs, it all depends on you.
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11-11-2008, 05:54 PM
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