I Want A Cobra

GAENTHUSE · #1 (**permalink**) 09-03-2008, 03:23 PM

Yeah, so does everyone. I have wanted a cobra for 15 years and have tried to make it happen several times. My problem is I can't afford a $25-$30K car. I would like to find a project that someone does not want to finish or has lost interest. I am mechanically inclined. Recently, I found one that was awesome but the person was building his own frame. It was awesome but more than I could handle. Please email me or respond if you know of an inexpensive project car that I may be able to develop over the long haul. Thank you for your help.

Joe@KMS · #2 (**permalink**) 09-03-2008, 03:53 PM

Keep an eye out on craigslist and ebay. I saw an older, unfinished Factory Five kit go for under $10K recently. They are out there, you just have to be ready to buy and be diligent in looking.

Woodz428 · #3 (**permalink**) 09-03-2008, 03:58 PM

Have you looked in the "For Sale" section? I have seen a few cars there lately that need completion, they were less than $20K.

1985 CCX · #4 (**permalink**) 09-03-2008, 04:24 PM

Here is a great place to start!
http://www.ffcobra.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=18

ZOERA-SC7XX · #5 (**permalink**) 09-03-2008, 04:34 PM

Yes...Factory Five Racing has their basic kit for under 13,000. If you want one bad enough and are good at finding your Mustang donor parts, this is a good way to go. You just gotta do it all yourself. Good luck.

GAENTHUSE · #6 (**permalink**) 09-03-2008, 05:42 PM

OK. Here is an issue. I have a buddy who told me about his neighbor. Neighbor has FF body with frame that he was building. It has the rear with quick change ford rear, new. The front suspension is in and absolutely beautiful. He has been very maticulous building the frame which still needs a lot of work building roll cage and completing under engine, passenger compartment, and rear. I am amazed about his work which he did from a blue print. I can get this with some metal and an old 351 for $3000. Problem is that Im not a welder and this guy seems to be an engineer. He is very good. Any ideas I welcome because I told another friend who will buy tomorrow unless I come up with a way to complete. This would be my dream car. Call me if you have a great game plan. 678-614-5579 or respond.

mrmustang · #7 (**permalink**) 09-03-2008, 05:45 PM

Travis,

Unless you have the skills to take up where this guy has left off, my advice is to wait and save your money until you can afford a complete kit.

Bill S.

ZOERA-SC7XX · #8 (**permalink**) 09-03-2008, 05:56 PM

If you want a Cobra on your budget you must learn to weld, fabricate, do paint & body work, as well as all of the mechanic duties. The car mentioned above sounds like it may be a race version. I'd hold out for a complete kit if possible.

Danr55 · #9 (**permalink**) 09-03-2008, 05:59 PM

See if you can buy the kit and get the guy to help you build it. You never know..

mrmustang · #10 (**permalink**) 09-03-2008, 06:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Danr55

See if you can buy the kit and get the guy to help you build it. You never know..

Doesn't this one have a vague resemblance to an unfinished kit being sold in Georgia or North Carolina for 3K that may have been posted here and on Ebay in the past? Can't quite put my finger on it, but I've heard this one before.....

Bill S.

GAENTHUSE · #11 (**permalink**) 09-03-2008, 07:19 PM

Yes, I agree to some degree. That is what i saw is fabricating the frame and drive shaft, etc. He is very maticulous and has done an awesome job. I met him and saw the product and very impressed with both. I just did not want a good situation get by if i could figure a way to make it happen. anyway, i will continue following the dream and take your valued advise. his was the same; he did not want to sell to me because he knew the same as you have advised. i doubt this was on ebay, he is against that. Anyway, it is a pleasure talking and thanks to him i have this resource to keep an eye open for opportunity. Thanks again.

patrickt · #12 (**permalink**) 09-04-2008, 08:54 AM

Here's a SPF on Ebay, current bid is quite low. It has blemishes that need to be buffed out.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Ford-...=p4506.c0.m245

GAENTHUSE · #13 (**permalink**) 09-04-2008, 01:37 PM

Patrickt that was pretty funny but doesn't really help me. I definitely see your humor. That needs more than a buff. Anyway, thanks for your concern for my desires. Anyone with constructive ideas on getting the described car together? Thanks for the feedback thus far.

bran3b · #14 (**permalink**) 09-04-2008, 01:42 PM

I sent a PM. I am considering selling my almost done Midstates, let me know if you are interested.

Three Peaks · #15 (**permalink**) 09-04-2008, 01:44 PM

As stated before, your best bet is going to be to keep your eyes open for an unfinished kit and make an offer on it. I've seen them come up very cheaply at times and often you get the kit with a number of additional items like engine, tranny, rear end, wiring harnesses, etc... that would be extra otherwise.
If you find a Factory Five kit, you can save a bunch of money by buying a wrecked Mustang and using all the donor parts the kit is designed to use.

In any case, you'll be into the car at least $20 K by time you get done even with the best of intentions and great deals on parts. Depends a lot on how good of a shopper you are and if you are mechanically astute enough to be able to use everything you can pick up cheaply, or refurbished parts you can do yourself.

Good luck on your quest. Don't think building from scratch will be any real savings either. By time you get done you won't have any real savings at all- I know this from experience.

Bob

patrickt · #16 (**permalink**) 09-04-2008, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by GAENTHUSE

Patrickt that was pretty funny but doesn't really help me... That needs more than a buff.

Hmmm, now that you mention it you may be right. I bet it comes with an interesting story though....

Traveller · #17 (**permalink**) 09-04-2008, 03:22 PM

There's some good stuff to be had out of that wreck, including the drivetrain. What is the story, does anyone know?

patrickt · #18 (**permalink**) 09-04-2008, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Traveller

There's some good stuff to be had out of that wreck, including the drivetrain.

There was some concern on my local forum about the integrity of the passenger's side roll bar and how SPF has it fastened. Note how it is hanging.

52chevyred · #19 (**permalink**) 09-04-2008, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by GAENTHUSE

Yeah, so does everyone. I have wanted a cobra for 15 years and have tried to make it happen several times. My problem is I can't afford a $25-$30K car. I would like to find a project that someone does not want to finish or has lost interest. I am mechanically inclined. Recently, I found one that was awesome but the person was building his own frame. It was awesome but more than I could handle. Please email me or respond if you know of an inexpensive project car that I may be able to develop over the long haul. Thank you for your help.

LET'S MAKE A DEAL: I live in Georgia. I just sent you an e-mail. You can see some pictures in my gallery, but I can send you plenty more. I went back to work full time after I bought my project and don't have time to work on it.

GAENTHUSE · #20 (**permalink**) 09-04-2008, 06:17 PM

i looked on your gallery. I would like to see more pics and if you can tell me exactly what you have and what all is included. i do not know if we can work something out but i am excited just to see possibilities. is the frame completed. your other cobras look awesome. look forward to talking to you.