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03-31-2022, 05:34 PM
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Join Date: Mar 2022
Location: Campville,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Superformance MKIII SC, 351
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Another new cobra owner
Doesn't seem real but I purchased a Superformance MKIII S/C Cobra today.
I am now the proud owner of Superformance chassis SPO 3566. Its classic Guardsman blue with Wimbledon white stripes, side pipes, leather seats and 15 inch knock offs.
Car was abandon by a previous buyer and I was able to purchase it without having to wait the extended lead time others have experienced. I didn't get to spec it exactly my way but it is the classic cobra look.
Now I just have to wait for the engine to be built and installed. Then begins the long NYS registration process.
Hopefully, I can drive it early this summer!
Bob
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03-31-2022, 05:55 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2008
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You are going to have a blast. Lot's of good info to be found here.
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03-31-2022, 06:04 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2006
Cobra Make, Engine: ERA FIA 2045, FFR 4068 Coupe sold, FFR 1816 roadster sold, FFR 3218 Roadster sold
Posts: 105
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BobP607
Doesn't seem real but I purchased a Superformance MKIII S/C Cobra today.
I am now the proud owner of Superformance chassis SPO 3566. Its classic Guardsman blue with Wimbledon white stripes, side pipes, leather seats and 15 inch knock offs.
Car was abandon by a previous buyer and I was able to purchase it without having to wait the extended lead time others have experienced. I didn't get to spec it exactly my way but it is the classic cobra look.
Now I just have to wait for the engine to be built and installed. Then begins the long NYS registration process.
Hopefully, I can drive it early this summer!
Bob
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Congratulations! Enjoy the rest of the assembly and purchase experience. You’ll be on the road before you know it!
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03-31-2022, 06:32 PM
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Join Date: Mar 2022
Location: Campville,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Superformance MKIII SC, 351
Posts: 15
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Thanks guys
As I learn my way around here, I will post some updates and pictures and no doubt pester the group with stupid questions.
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03-31-2022, 06:35 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2008
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BobP607
As I learn my way around here, I will post some updates and pictures and no doubt pester the group with stupid questions.
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Looking forward seeing the progress. We are all very helpful in spending your money.
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03-31-2022, 06:35 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Las Vegas,
NV
Cobra Make, Engine: Shelby CSX4005LA, Roush 427IR
Posts: 5,578
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Good catch!!! Enjoy it. You've read all the warnings about the short wheel base and the fact that you can be going backwards down the road in the snap of your fingers.
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Tony
CSX4005LA
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03-31-2022, 10:30 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2020
Location: SoCal,
CA
Cobra Make, Engine: BDR build #983, FRM 392
Posts: 380
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Engine details?
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04-01-2022, 05:51 AM
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Join Date: Sep 2002
Cobra Make, Engine: SPF#0760
Posts: 3,405
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Congratulations and welcome to the madness!
Are you going to do the drivetrain install or have it done?
Lots of knowledge here on CC. Always happy to help.
Blas
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04-01-2022, 05:56 AM
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Join Date: Sep 2016
Location: (Beautiful) Sequim,
WA
Cobra Make, Engine: Pacific Roadster, 347 cu.in. 5-speed
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Great choice Bob, these Cobras are "Time Machines" every time you drive it, it can take 20years off your life, as most of us are in our 50's-80's But as others have said, every Cobra I've ever driven whispers to you as do your pre-check, "Respect me, or I'll Kill you" Dance slowly at first till you get to know your Cobra, they are like nothing you've every driven before. Cheers Tom.
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04-01-2022, 06:39 AM
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Join Date: Jul 2020
Location: NORTHVILLE,
NY
Cobra Make, Engine: ERA #804
Posts: 103
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Congrats and welcome to the CC forums. I'm up in Northville, NY and registered my ERA in New York two years ago. Fairly simple process if you follow the guidelines DMV provides. it may seem daunting and complicated at first glance but everything they ask for is easily doable. If you get stuck trying to meet any of the requirements, give me a shout.
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04-01-2022, 08:44 AM
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Join Date: Mar 2022
Location: Campville,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Superformance MKIII SC, 351
Posts: 15
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Engine details:
It will be a 351W bored a little to 357. I don't have all the details from the engine builder but should end up around 430HP give or take.
What I know: 1971 351W block, cast iron crank, aluminum heads, Holley EFI.
I am looking for a cruiser so the engine build will be relatively mild. 400HP will be more than enough to spin me around and put me in a ditch.
I will be the slowest Cobra driver in the East for the foreseeable future.
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04-01-2022, 01:17 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2021
Cobra Make, Engine: I have a Superformance ordered SP03539
Posts: 51
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Bobp. I have been waiting for over a year for my MK III from Hillbank in CA. It finally made it to the US and V's Performance is installing the Roush 427 SR. It should be done sometime next month. Mine is SP03539.
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04-02-2022, 12:36 AM
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Join Date: Jul 2003
Cobra Make, Engine: Unique Motorcars 289 USRRC, 1964 289 stroked to 331, toploader
Posts: 1,089
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Congrats
You are gonna be smiling for miles! Keep us posted.
Used to live in the Tri-city area... miss the Speedies! Good stuff! Now the Cobras are the Speedies!
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Unique Motorcars 289 USRRC
1964 289 5-bolt block
Toploader and 3.31 rear
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04-05-2022, 07:37 PM
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Join Date: Mar 2022
Location: Campville,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Superformance MKIII SC, 351
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I have heard of the wait times on new units from Superformance, kits from ERA, FFR, and others. When this came available, I decided it was time to strike.
I am 62. 63 and up isn't guaranteed!
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10-28-2022, 11:28 AM
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Join Date: Mar 2022
Location: Campville,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Superformance MKIII SC, 351
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Finally, progress to report
It took a while (doesn't everything these days?) but I finally have an engine installed in the car. Its undergoing final detailing now. Should be able to start the dreaded NYS registration process soon.
I will see if I can post a picture
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10-29-2022, 07:27 AM
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Join Date: Jul 2020
Location: NORTHVILLE,
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Cobra Make, Engine: ERA #804
Posts: 103
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Bob, first step is to get all the paperwork from the DMV. https://dmv.ny.gov/forms/vs100.pdf
After that you make an appointment at the Dept of Field Investigation for the initial inspection. Mine was locatied in Albany. Be prepared to trailer the car there and back home. Hopefully you have an office near you, maybe Binghamton? After that you get permission from the DMV to get a normal annual NY Safety inspection locally. You have to trailer the car there also. (to be legal). After that inspection they give you permission to register the car and obtain a title. I'd be more than happy to help out in any way if needed.
Good luck!
Gary Speckman
PS I have a pair of foam socks I made to pass the "padded visor" requirement part of the inspection. Be glad to send them to you if you have visors that need padding. Also, all the lights have to be DOT approved, let me know if you need help with that.
[quote=BobP607;1511592]It took a while (doesn't everything these days?) but I finally have an engine installed in the car. Its undergoing final detailing now. Should be able to start the dreaded NYS registration process soon.
I will see if I can post a picture
Last edited by Blackbart; 10-29-2022 at 07:35 AM..
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10-29-2022, 07:45 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2022
Cobra Make, Engine: Superformance
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Congratulations on your new Superformance!!
I hope you have better luck sourcing an engine then I have. My SPF was delivered back in August and I'm still waiting on my engine from Roush. It kills me to go by the dealer and see it just sitting there with an empty engine bay.
Hope your engine and registration situation get taken care of quick and you can sneak a few rides in before Winter sets in!
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10-29-2022, 09:02 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2002
Cobra Make, Engine: SPF#0760
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So did you get it up and running and a spin around the block?
Blas
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Owner’s Manuals: SPF MKII, CSX7000, CSX8000, Sebring, Bondurant, Cinema Tribute Cars $ GT40’s..
Large, easy to read and trace schematics with part numbers, wire colors, wire gauge, fuses, and electrical upgrade information. Trouble-shooting and replacement part numbers for those roadside repair adventures.
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11-03-2022, 02:58 PM
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Join Date: Mar 2022
Location: Campville,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Superformance MKIII SC, 351
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I have the registration paper work from Albany. Need to get a 4way flasher kit. Back up light is already installed.
The car should be here soon. Not sure exactly since the detail shop is apparently short handed.
The car is up and running and by all accounts is an excellent driver.
Bob
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11-03-2022, 04:12 PM
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Join Date: Mar 2022
Location: Campville,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Superformance MKIII SC, 351
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Blackbart
I'd be more than happy to help out in any way if needed.
Good luck!
Gary Speckman
PS I have a pair of foam socks I made to pass the "padded visor" requirement part of the inspection. Be glad to send them to you if you have visors that need padding. Also, all the lights have to be DOT approved, let me know if you need help with that.
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Thanks Gary! I may have to take you up on that offer!
Bob
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