Hello all. I am new to the forum. I have been playing with a C5 the past 7 years, but have always admired the soft lines and blinding performance of Cobras.
Given that I will never afford (or choose to spend) the crazy money an original Cobra brings . . . I been considering purchasing a recreation. I was forming my opinions about the best kit to purchase (most likely from someone who already has it finished). Things that I think are important to me are: big block, vintage look fuel injection (I like the 8 stack look), IRS, well balanced car, absolutely ridged frame structure, 5-6 speed manual.
Just got back from Barrett Jackson (Vegas Sept 19 - 22) where I met Bob Wingard and saw his beautiful cars (FII Roadster). Very impressive car, and frankly very impressive individual. Great conversations.
More information can be found here:
FII Roadster: Shelby Cobra for the 21st Century - Motor Trend
So . . . I would welcome any opinions, council, suggestions you folks would have on this package. At this point, to me anyway, the combination of history / performance just can't be beat . . . but it is still a lot of dough (think $150K all in, built how I would want it built).
Thank you for reading this post, and thanks in advance for any comments you might share.
Regards,
Kevin
Lake Stevens, WA