CSX Dealer Cost?

[bdeutsch]

The base asking price for a Shelby CSX 4000/6000 series does not include a recommended $12k (+/-) installation kit as well of course, a very rich set of optional extras.

At least in my case, and again it is only part of my decision criteria, is the whole value discussion. Somehow, spending upwards of $61k (CSX list plus the intall kit) for a roller, even when considering it is a Shelby, just seems to be off. Small block (Boss 302 crate engine/stroked out plus simulated weber fuel injection system) would cost another $14.5 to $15K and then of course have to get the transmission. So, just in parts I am easily pushing $80k.

Good news is that I would have a Shelby Cobra after everything is done and said, bad news is that it is still a very expensive, fiberglass copy (remembering that for me, only CSX 2000 through CSX 3000 are real).

Again, this is just the process I am going through at the moment and no intent to imply that this is the only way to think about it.

Given times though, above still seems a bit frivolous.

[dcdoug]

Originally Posted by bdeutsch

The base asking price for a Shelby CSX 4000/6000 series does not include a recommended $12k (+/-) installation kit as well of course, a very rich set of optional extras.

One thing to note, that $12k installation kit, or "runner kit as Planet Cobra calls it" includes the transmission, bell housing, clutch, headers, side pipes, drive shaft, etc - the vast majority of the other power train components you will need other than the engine. Just thought I should mentioned that as you seemed to be double counting a few items like the transmission.

[bdeutsch]

Doug, thanks for clarification as I was not exactly sure what it contained.

Bob

[bdeutsch]

Quick update on my last item. Shelby Distribution sent price lists out last Tuesday (April 20, 2010) on CSX4000/6000 Fiberglass and CSX4000/6000 Aluminum Rolling Chassis. Basic fiberglass roller remains $49,995. Something I did not notice before was an additional $1k listed for dealer prep and destination charges (again, I may have missed this on earlier looks).

Aluminum has an MSRP of $124,995 + the mentioned $1k destination/prep charges.

Bob

[RodKnock]

Originally Posted by bdeutsch

Quick update on my last item. Shelby Distribution sent price lists out last Tuesday (April 20, 2010) on CSX4000/6000 Fiberglass and CSX4000/6000 Aluminum Rolling Chassis. Basic fiberglass roller remains $49,995. Something I did not notice before was an additional $1k listed for dealer prep and destination charges (again, I may have missed this on earlier looks).

Aluminum has an MSRP of $124,995 + the mentioned $1k destination/prep charges.

Bob

Did they say when they might be having a sale? Layaway plans?

[csx4910]

But that $49995 is stripped without options. Shelby charges for options like glovebox, heater, stripes, roundels, ceramic sidepipes, 42 gallon tank, leather, battery disconnect(dealer option, not shelby)Map Pockets, quick jacks or bumpers etc. Before you know it the roller willset you back between $55K and $65000 before the install of the powertrain and the powertrain itself.
Ron

[bdeutsch]

Yes. Add the $1k destination/prep charges and you hit $50,995 out of the box plus appropriate taxes of course. When you look at options, as you mention, full boat, you could add another $20k to the fiberglass model before even talking about the engine or transmission. Even more for the aluminum version.

That be alot of money...not arguing value, just saying that be alot of money for a copy (remembering that I define original as being limited to CSX 2000 or 3000 series & it is ok to disagree with me).

[Stentor]

Originally Posted by bdeutsch

Yes. Add the $1k destination/prep charges and you hit $50,995 out of the box plus appropriate taxes of course. When you look at options, as you mention, full boat, you could add another $20k to the fiberglass model before even talking about the engine or transmission. Even more for the aluminum version.

That be alot of money...not arguing value, just saying that be alot of money for a copy (remembering that I define original as being limited to CSX 2000 or 3000 series & it is ok to disagree with me).

So when are you going to stop contemplating and just buy the used Ferrari?

Then you can b!tch about the $10,000+ services required on the Ferrari.

[RodKnock]

Originally Posted by Stentor

So when are you going to stop contemplating and just buy the used Ferrari?

Then you can b!tch about the $10,000+ services required on the Ferrari.

I don't know about you guys, but doesn't this thread remind you a lot of "rsimones"?

Just thinking about that gentleman, I would recommend that you purchase the Ferrari. If you just don't "feel" the Cobra, then it's probably not the right car. I too love Ferrari's, but I always knew I wanted a Cobra more.

[thudmaster]

"I don't know about you guys, but doesn't this thread remind you a lot of "rsimones"?"

Don't you just miss those ten thousand questions? I hope he is happy with his corvette................

[bdeutsch]

All, sincerely no intent to waste any of your time....

Bob

[somedayaurora]

Don't forget the $12,000.00 " highly recommended " install kit - Still a Shelby replica seems cooler than a "place name here" replica .
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[bdeutsch]

Think I am stuck in an analysis paralysis black hole...plus figuring out ways to keep "she who must be obeyed" reasonably ok with whatever I end up doing....

[Rick Parker]

There is NO "Reasonably OK". It is often confused with the "I'll let YOU "Think it's OK" condition.

[RodKnock]

Although this thread was heavily edited, you should read it if you haven't already.

New to the Cobra world? Have you always dreamed of having a Cobra? Read carefully.

[SoTxButler]

I'm with Rodknock.....this gentleman needs to go on and get himself a red-headed Italian....it's what he really wants.

The Cobra is not in his DNA or this decision would be easy to make.

[patrickt]

Originally Posted by RodKnock

Although this thread was heavily edited, you should read it if you haven't already.

New to the Cobra world? Have you always dreamed of having a Cobra? Read carefully.

Ahh, the thread of which we do not speak. If you've had to break out the "big guns," then the OP is probably just not suited for a Cobra. I say we pass the box... and as we used to say, "time to zing that black ball right in there."

[dcdoug]

Originally Posted by RodKnock

Although this thread was heavily edited, you should read it if you haven't already.

New to the Cobra world? Have you always dreamed of having a Cobra? Read carefully.

I wasn't around when this thread was posted and after looking at it can't bear to read through 1,000,000,000 pages (I only read the first and last page). Why was he banned? Conduct unbecoming a CC member - which seems to be a reasonably high threshold.

[RodKnock]

I don't even know if there's a short version, but essentially, he asked 1,000,000 questions/threads prior to his purchase of a Cobra, and this after having owned an FFR and a SPF (if I remember correctly), debated between a CSX and a KMP, finally purchased a KMP, spent $127,000 on his KMP and sold it almost immediately after taking delivery for around $85,000-$90,000. After this long ordeal, he posted a very long remorseful goodbye and why he made a mistake and why others should be mindful of his experience prior to purchasing a Cobra. I think that's how it went.

At any rate, during this entire experience, he often compared his Cobra with a C5 Z06 he sold in order to get his Cobra. That's why the current OP's flirtation with a Ferrari seems to parallel the old thread.

[patrickt]

Basically, he was just a pu$$y trying to pretend that he wasn't.