WTB: Budget = $25k driveable at LEAST!

farkedup · #1 (**permalink**) 08-10-2006, 04:13 AM

OK guys what will $25k get me? I'm not too picky and I am pretty good with a wrench but not a painter! Needs to look and run good but needing some work is fine.

I'm located near Kalamazoo, MI so the closer to me the better. Manual transmission is a MUST

mrmustang · #2 (**permalink**) 08-10-2006, 04:30 AM

http://www.ffcobra.com/ubb/ultimateb.../t/001334.html
http://www.ffcobra.com/ubb/ultimateb.../t/001331.html

madmaxx · #3 (**permalink**) 08-10-2006, 07:49 AM

Wait until November time frame. I stumbled across two cobras in that price range last year. A classic roadster (95") wheelbase. Looked very clean blue/white stripes for 23K. Had a 302 etc. I also stumbled across factory five for 18K it ran but i was not happy with the brakes. Keep an eye on ebay and wait for the first frost. The only reason I did not buy the 23K was I got an incredible deal on a bdr which noyone in their right mind would have passed on. Don't panic they are out there. They will find you tell your buddies you are looking for one and your phone will ring. I had a guy from north carolina call me had one he would let go for 15k need a new wiring harness, looked damn good, black with silver stripes, etc. Rich guys let them sit for a couple years, think they will not be able to sell them, and then you swoop in and get a good deal.

hamster427 · #4 (**permalink**) 08-10-2006, 03:51 PM

I have one for 23,000 (see classic roadster for sale with pics). I live in minnesota. If your interested give me a call ar 651-249-1481. thanks

farkedup · #5 (**permalink**) 08-10-2006, 09:48 PM

thanks for giving me a heads up on your car, I'm interested... posted some questions in your thread, didn't get a chance to call until it got late.

Basically I'm buying early next week...

chipperb · #6 (**permalink**) 08-11-2006, 05:36 PM

Were 2 Factory Five finished cars: one in NW FL: $23,000. Very nice! Also another for 24-25. Check factory Five discussion site, 4 sale section. cb

preguess · #7 (**permalink**) 08-11-2006, 07:43 PM

Try the "Snake Pit" in Birmingham, Mi during this years Woodward Dream Cruise
August 18-19 there are generaly some for sale there. Its worth the 2 hr drive to see several in one spot and less of a gamble!!!

farkedup · #8 (**permalink**) 08-11-2006, 08:28 PM

Also thought I'd let everybody know I'm buying Tuesday, whoever will give me the best offer can have my money in their account either Monday or Tuesday!

Unless the car has been checked out by a couple of members of this forum I'm not willing to buy without seeing the car myself and checking it out!

Also my budget is a MAX of $32k but I said $25k when I started this thread just to see what I can find

Cobra FFR · #9 (**permalink**) 08-14-2006, 05:44 AM

Check this out.FFR - For Sale 32,000 or Best Offer
This is one of the finest FFR’s around.
Legally registered in NYS as a 2002 custom-2900 miles 1,200 on new motor
Drivetrain:
FMS 345 HP Crate Motor
FMS Roller Rockers
GT-40 intake 30 lbs injectors 70 mm mass air meter all FMS Parts
Kooks Headers and side pipes ceramic coated silver
9 qt. Oil Pan
1 wire powdercoated alternator
9mm FMS Wires
Aluminum Radiator with HiPo fan
Mocal oil cooler with oil thermostat all plumbed with AN Fittings and S/S hoses
McLoed Bellhousing
T-5 trans Pro 5-0 shifter
Driveshaft safety loop
FFR 3-link rear suspension coil over pro shocks all around
T/A rear end girdle/cover
373 gears auburn differential
Halibrand replica wheels 15x8 front and 15x10 rear
Tubular control arms
Exterior
Patriot blue with white stripes $5,000 paint job
All body mounting bolts are hidden
Dual roll bars ceramic coated silver
Rounded cockpit edges
Wheel wells rounded and perfectly finished
Entire body is undercoated
All aluminum panels are brushed and clearcoated
Finishline side vents anodized black
Factory Five over riders
Underside of hood and trunk finished
Working brake cooling ducts
Custom anodized aluminum panels in radiator opening
Tripod headlights
Clear turn signals in front
Dual sideview mirrors
Custom mounted mirror on windscreen
Lucas wipers
Interior
Classic Guages with reverse speedo- Hidden radio with infrared remote
Non fuctioning glove box
Heater with defrosting vents
Interior lights- obligatory fire extinguisher mounted on rear cockpit wall
Removable tranny cover anodized black aluminum
Rol-loc switch built into shifter knob
Leather steering wheel also comes with the original wood one
Trunk mounted Battery box –Optima battery- remote terminals also in trunk
Battery cut off switch

http://www.autorazzi.com/index.php?d...be6f658f6a469b

BWAAAH · #10 (**permalink**) 08-14-2006, 10:55 AM

look at the ffrs; there's lots of solid, well performings examples at, or around that price; check out the Factory five forum.

farkedup · #11 (**permalink**) 08-20-2006, 07:58 PM

No longer looking! Picked one up! Thanks everybody!

computerworks · #12 (**permalink**) 08-20-2006, 08:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by farkedup

No longer looking! Picked one up! Thanks everybody!

you're not getting off that easy....

Tell us what you decided on....

jolambike · #13 (**permalink**) 08-20-2006, 08:34 PM

Cobra FFR's car looks nice and clean for the price.........

farkedup · #14 (**permalink**) 08-20-2006, 08:44 PM

went with Jeff Priests FFR

FFR MK III for sale in OHIO

I'm absolutely loving it! In like 4 days I've put nearly 300 miles on it somehow just driving with no specific destination just enjoying the car!