I had decided to get some kind of "toy" car after leaving a long time job and pulling money out of stock options, and the wife gave her approval. I did the engineering thing and put together a spread sheet with all the costs, pros, cons etc. The list included everything from used 911, mid year Vette, turbo'd Miata, even Ferrari 308. The FFR Cobra was one of the lowest cost options, retained more estimated value and had one of the highest fun factors and was low cost maintenance and upgrades. I had looked at a promo video given to me by a friend in karate school. Took a plant tour on a Saturday and ordered the next Monday. It has been QUITE a learning experience, but well worth it
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