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Originally Posted by patrickt
An ERA is quite a bit different than an SPF. Before you make your final decision, you should do the research and learn about the differences. If, after learning about them, they are not important to you, then an SPF is a better deal for you.
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Now there's a telegraphic statement if I've ever read one.
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Seriously, the more I learn, the more I like the ERA. The Jag rear end worries me a little bit, but the inboard discs are something I've always dug. I remain open to a number of different options, so I can find what I want in my price range, and not rule out anything prematurely.
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I've seen the blue car with silver stripes already. Not super fond of the Shelby signature on the glove box door. A bit too ostentatious for my tastes, a minus actually. The silver stripes with the blue body don't really float my boat either. And the Roush 402 may be a great engine, but it's not period correct enough for me. That license plate would definitely have to go, and I have questions about the iPhone dock under the dash.
Here's the car I like at the moment, as mentioned previously by Bill and Patrick:
ERA Cobra chassis #508, '65 side oiler, C5AE-F medium riser heads, (SB-100 CA registration), MSD (box hidden under dash), 100 amp alternator, ceramic coated side pipes, Top loader gearbox, close ratio gear set, Jag/Salisbury rear end 3.54, Sierra front brakes, 6 pin knock off wheels, BFG tires, Spax adj coilovers, Smiths gauges (reverse speedo), leather seats, fully sorted, 1,200 miles tonneau and full cover. Spare set of wheels with new GY Blue Streaks. 2nd set of GY Blue Streak rains (new). $50,000 obo.
This is more what I'm looking for. The 427 side oiler and very period correct. SB-100 compliance helps, too. Will be seeing it in person on Monday.
There is also another ERA Cobra which interests me very much. Currently under the care of a highly knowledgeable, skilled and meticulous owner, and is I think is about as nice as any other car out there.