I agree with Ernie. Unless there is something already wrong, or the driver burns the clutch badly, three runs will just get the Cobra warmed up. Again, this is wholly dependent on the assumption of quality driveline components and a proper build.
Not sure how bulletproof the 458 is, but I know that M5's and GTR's have had some issues after a few hard takeoffs using launch control.
All in all, I still think the Cobra driver is in for a rough time. I hope this happens and we get to see the follow up, unlike some of the great challenges of the past that sadly faded away into nothing!
