[Karl Bebout]

Corvettes of the last 5+ years have greatly improved. They ride, handle, brake and go like stink, even without going for the LT1 or ZO6. Get one with the exhaust cutout and you could have much of visceral enjoyment of your Cobra, with a whole lot more comfort. That'll be my next move, when my body and mind refuse to let me enjoy my Cobra. I've had two Cobras, over the last 15 years, both without side pipes, and still get a smile on my face every time I drive.