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Originally Posted by Tommy
Idaho,
Based on your answers, most of the well known marques can fill your bill. But know that the overall quality of some (e.g., Factory Five) is largely determined by the builder, while others (e.g., Superformance) are mostly factory built and of more consistently high quality. Your best value will be to buy a used car that suits your taste and budget. But be sure and have someone who knows hotrod type cars inspect it. Most conventional mechanics are not trained to evaluate Cobra replicas. .... Lastly, I give you the same advice I give every Cobra newby. These are replicas of 1960 era race cars and don't behave like standard cars. They will kill you in an instant if you overestimate your own skills. Plan now to spend some time and money getting to know your own and your car's limits in a safe environment. A high performance driving course and/or SCCA autocross is a great way to learn. Good luck.
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What Tommy said 2X!! These cars are to be taken seriously and WILL hurt you! Lots of guys from back in the the day that were driving the Chevelles, Novas or Mustangs have always dreamed of having a Cobra. Then, they finally get one and try to drive it like their old "memory car". Big mistake.
Crawl first, then learn to walk, then maybe run. My two cents...