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RodKnock 02-14-2014 04:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Bartruff1 (Post 1285590)
Me either, but I understand they are very nice... I bought a 993 to have the last of the air cooled...and I like the look more than any other 911.....

And like every other Porsche I have ever owned, I will be damned if it didn't start appreciating..... they are worth considerably more than the 996 and climbing ....
Porsche 993's (1995-1998) are the LAST and BEST! :)

itstock 02-14-2014 05:28 PM
The 2nd gen Viper is the only other car that I was interested in come to purchase a new fun car. I think it comes pretty close, dollar for dollar! An awesome car, holds price well, a memorable one (especially a 96/97 GTS in blue/white), almost as much of a go kart, and lots of ohhhhs and ahhhhs.

RodKnock 02-14-2014 05:37 PM
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Originally Posted by itstock (Post 1285596)
The 2nd gen Viper is the only other car that I was interested in come to purchase a new fun car. I think it comes pretty close, dollar for dollar!
I forgot about the Viper. You're right. Even 3rd Gen is priced in that $60K range.

Silversmith 02-14-2014 08:43 PM
[quote=OnyxCobra;1285484]
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Originally Posted by Silversmith (Post 1285334)
I'll take American built any time! :p For Guts, Glory & Ultimate Power! AMERICA IS THE BEAUTIFUL! :cool:





you do realize Cobras are British don't you??

M@
The original AC Bristol Shelby converted into the Cobra was Brit. But the power, guts, performance and almost everything that made the AC Cobra the dream car of most of the worlds sports car lovers is American! :p Your welcome to any ride that turns your crank! I've been in; driven, and owned more than a few of the rides you most likely covet! For me, since I was 14; starting with csx 2058, csx 2372 and csx 3116 there has & is only one ultimate ride. The AC Cobra! :cool: I notice your new to the site. Welcome! If you've never spent any real time in a original csx or a exacting replica? You might want to consider something a little more comfortable. Like a vette, their fast & squishy soft! Or mabe, or, or ??? Good luck in your search! :)
Remember M8's

:eek: SEX IS ONLY TEMPORARY! :eek:

:LOL: FOR EVERLASTING PLEASURE DRIVE A COBRA :LOL:

Bartruff1 02-15-2014 08:29 AM
Buddyg is right on. As he defined what he wanted for his money, the Cobra is a good choice.

The original is now a collectable and may be well worth the money. A historic and iconic automobile and a legend.

There is little doubt that there are replicas that by any measure are better performers than the originals.

If you want attention they will get it, people just love them.

I certainly enjoy mine, but I drive it at times and places where there is no one to notice it or me.

But if you define a ultimate ride as a high performance car that can brake and accelerate and handle and reach and sustain high speeds, there are dozens of production cars for the same money (including some American cars) that can go around Nurburgring much faster.

It is what it is.

buddyg 02-15-2014 08:54 AM
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Originally Posted by RodKnock (Post 1285591)
Better have lots of money for repairs! LOL

G-Pete 02-15-2014 09:16 AM
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Originally Posted by fordracing65 (Post 1285479)
I need one, can't afford the insurance every month..
Full coverage (50K) for our 911 is $877 a year;)


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Originally Posted by Bartruff1 (Post 1285554)
I like coupes. The $500 oil changes are painful.... tht....
I do my own oil change, about $100 every 15000 miles.





As for the OP statement I say, to have a Cobra in the collection is priceless

AL427SBF 02-15-2014 09:22 AM
Used Plymouth Prowler @ $30K would suit me just fine as a toned down alternative to a cobra replica, and they are appreciating.

G-Pete 02-15-2014 09:25 AM
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Originally Posted by Silversmith (Post 1285609)

The original AC Bristol Shelby converted into the Cobra was Brit. But the power, guts, performance and almost everything that made the AC Cobra the dream car of most of the worlds sports car lovers is American! :p

Correction: not American --- TEXAN would be more appropriate heehhehehehe:LOL::LOL::LOL:

mtml427 02-15-2014 09:36 AM
[quote=OnyxCobra;1285484]
Quote:
Originally Posted by Silversmith (Post 1285334)
I'll take American built any time! :p For Guts, Glory & Ultimate Power! AMERICA IS THE BEAUTIFUL! :cool:





you do realize Cobras are British don't you??

M@
Not only are they British, they are derived from an earlier Ferrari.

Bartruff1 02-15-2014 09:37 AM
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Originally Posted by G-Pete (Post 1285648)
Full coverage (50K) for our 911 is $877 a year;)



I do my own oil change, about $100 every 15000 miles.





As for the OP statement I say, to have a Cobra in the collection is priceless
Yes Insurance for a Porsche is comparable. I have the oil changed every year. I just put gas in them and drive them, I don't even wash them.

We have a wash and detail outfit here called the " Naked Coeds, we will do it at your house "....... they only charge $300 bucks to wash your car and some my neighbors are willing to chip in.

Damn I hate a dirty car and I want to help young girls go to college.

AL427SBF 02-15-2014 09:50 AM
[quote=mtml427;1285653]
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Originally Posted by OnyxCobra (Post 1285484)

Not only are they British, they are derived from an earlier Ferrari.
Yep, ask yourself where the real engineering was on those early originals -
Brits: chassis, suspension, brakes & body
Yanks: ford crate motor :LOL::LOL::LOL::LOL:

JustOne 02-15-2014 09:53 AM
I love my Cobra, nothing else like it. But, I have thought about trading it for a Porsche 996tt. My wife would be more likely to use it on date night and she likes to drive too.

Justin

Bartruff1 02-15-2014 10:10 AM
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Originally Posted by JustOne (Post 1285657)
I love my Cobra, nothing else like it. But, I have thought about trading it for a Porsche 996tt. My wife would be more likely to use it on date night and she likes to drive too.

Justin
Justin, if you are thinking about a Porsche and you don't need a back seat to torture your children, take a look at a Cayman.

They are about half the cost to buy and maintain and have a torque curve so flat you can actually use them in city traffic and they really really handle.

My kid calls them the " everyday" or " working man's " Porsche and even females can drive them without stalling them and burning out the clutch.
If you stall a 911 at a traffic light, to restart it, you have to jump up and down on one leg and rub your belly and pat your head to defeat the f'ing security computer.

The Cayman also has mega storage for all the stuff she has to have to go more than 100 miles from home.

I have never driven one, but Porsche is proud as hell of their auto, in fact, they have some new models that you can't get a manual.

mikew 02-15-2014 10:16 AM
I agree. This has been one of the best investements that I have made as far as the fun factor is concerned. Hard to beat!

Bernica 02-15-2014 12:58 PM
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Originally Posted by RodKnock (Post 1285589)
A Sunbeam Tiger, another very cool alternative for roughly $50,000-$60,000:

1965 Sunbeam Tiger MK1 Matching Engine for sale | Hemmings Motor News
Love them Tigers!:3DSMILE:

RodKnock 02-15-2014 01:06 PM
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Originally Posted by buddyg (Post 1285647)
Better have lots of money for repairs! LOL
Have you owned one or are you assuming?

fordracing65 02-15-2014 02:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Bartruff1 (Post 1285662)
Justin, if you are thinking about a Porsche and you don't need a back seat to torture your children, take a look at a Cayman.

They are about half the cost to buy and maintain and have a torque curve so flat you can actually use them in city traffic and they really really handle.

My kid calls them the " everyday" or " working man's " Porsche and even females can drive them without stalling them and burning out the clutch.
If you stall a 911 at a traffic light, to restart it, you have to jump up and down on one leg and rub your belly and pat your head to defeat the f'ing security computer.

The Cayman also has mega storage for all the stuff she has to have to go more than 100 miles from home.

I have never driven one, but Porsche is proud as hell of their auto, in fact, they have some new models that you can't get a manual.
The DSG trans is awesome with the paddle shifters, nothing can shift as fast, but I need a manual trans just something about me doing the work, that's why the 911 is the ultimate driving sportscar...

buddyg 02-15-2014 02:53 PM
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Originally Posted by buddyg (Post 1285647)
Better have lots of money for repairs! LOL
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Originally Posted by RodKnock (Post 1285672)
Have you owned one or are you assuming?
Pretty common knowledge all the car mags have reported this.

buddyg 02-15-2014 02:55 PM
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Originally Posted by RodKnock (Post 1285589)
A Sunbeam Tiger, another very cool alternative for roughly $50,000-$60,000:

1965 Sunbeam Tiger MK1 Matching Engine for sale | Hemmings Motor News
Not nearly as good looking as a Cobra and definitely not as fast.


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