[Rogers]

I consider giving up building a 3rd cobra a step to the next level. I recently sold my #2 car and acually made a profit. This was due to two factors...the popular silver w/black stripes and 425 hp. In this "toy" market timing the color can be difficult but the hp will always increase the market. There will always be the group that wants hp no matter how loud it makes the car at any rpm. I don't care to cruise around town clutching to keep from bucking because the cam is too hot. I noticed lots of questions regarding the suspension...8.8 w/mustang front end. Even though this makes an easily servicable car...for most buyers in todays market its not good enough. They want either a 9" solid axel or a jag IRS w/discs all around. When I looked at Backdraft and the cost of a turn key with 345 hp, I can't build one w/labor. This is why I will be going to the next level with this car. I think the industry will finally bow its head to a better suspension that is not as American as rest of the car. I think the suspension will cause most new owners to give up the high hp for the delight of an evening cruise thru town or hit the winding road just outside town. I'm fortunate to be able to compare cars since this will be my 3rd. If I would recommend a situation that could put you in a Cobra with the least amount of headaches and have the most smiles it would be a purchase of a Backdraft. This car will produce a new breed of owner...one that wants to drive a cobra with reliability and feel confident that you will get your money back if you should ever have to sell.
Now for the kicker...I won't get my car until mid-October. I'm either extremely confident or extremely stupid!