Used Superformance or New Backdraft from Vintage

[NewYorkGuy]

Ace, if you're going to sink your money into the Cobra world, buy used and get the big block engine. U need to experience old school, gasoline, carb car. Drive it for a year. Live with it. If it is a car u love, u will get another one, a better one.

[itstock]

What kind of SBF did the SPF have? It's pretty easy to get 550-600 hp out of these if you want.

[Ace23]

Originally Posted by NewYorkGuy

Ace, if you're going to sink your money into the Cobra world, buy used and get the big block engine. U need to experience old school, gasoline, carb car. Drive it for a year. Live with it. If it is a car u love, u will get another one, a better one.

The SPF I have been looking at is used with almost 11K miles. Hell a mild wipe down and about 60 seconds of vacuuming and it would like look a roller off the showroom. No big block but a 351 stroked to 427 Keith Craft street/strip motor I believe. I have learned with limited experience that if you can buy something you don't want to change it saves you an incredible amount of money as well. I think the only think I could possible see myself doing to this car is the addition of a wooden wheel. I like everything about the car.....the color, ride height, wheels, modified exhaust ect. I haven't seen another car that I liked as much at the same price level......being local and not having to travel or transport is an added bonus as well. Just all facts and figures that go into a decision. I'm pretty much over the mileage issue.....if the car has been reasonably driven and cared for which is seems this has the 10k miles isn't a deal breaker. I don't want one of these cars if 10K miles means one is trashed out

Originally Posted by itstock

What kind of SBF did the SPF have? It's pretty easy to get 550-600 hp out of these if you want.

I think this one made 485-495HP at the wheels. Has been advertised as Keith Craft's 585hp 351 to 427 stroker dart block/Brodix head street/strip crate engine

[buddyg]

Not sure why you don't pull the trigger on the SPF sounds perfect. Surprised it hasn't sold.

[AL427SBF]

The BDR with coyote might be more perfect, won't know until he checks her out.
Did you marry your 1st high school sweetheart

[Ace23]

Originally Posted by buddyg

Not sure why you don't pull the trigger on the SPF sounds perfect. Surprised it hasn't sold.

It hasn't been openly advertised yet. I have not doubt it would sell fairly quickly when advertised. I will be making a decision by the end of the month

Originally Posted by AL427SBF

The BDR with coyote might be more perfect, won't know until he checks her out.
Did you marry your 1st high school sweetheart

[NewYorkGuy]

Originally Posted by Ace23

It hasn't been openly advertised yet. I have not doubt it would sell fairly quickly when advertised. I will be making a decision by the end of the month

hey, Ace, there is a used Backdraft Cobra for sale in Alabama. $34K.

[Cashburn]

Originally Posted by NewYorkGuy

hey, Ace, there is a used Backdraft Cobra for sale in Alabama. $34K.

You believe everything you read?

[Dimis]

Originally Posted by Cashburn

You believe everything you read?

I'm cynical by nature, so typically, I don't... but in NYG defense:

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[Ace23]

Originally Posted by NewYorkGuy

hey, Ace, there is a used Backdraft Cobra for sale in Alabama. $34K.

Thanks for the heads up. Sometimes I think saving money will cost you money whether it's in build quality or depreciation through a different manufacturer. I will check it out it though it never hurts to look. I realize anything can go wrong with these cars and it doesn't take much to set you back 10K.

[AL427SBF]

Ace, did you get to check out the BDR and have you made a decision yet?
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[Ace23]

Originally Posted by AL427SBF

Ace, did you get to check out the BDR and have you made a decision yet?
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The answer to both of your questions is no. As fate would have it I got really caught up in work and being out of town at a convention the past week. While I'm out some significant changes in business have created a great opportunity for me with my current employer. As for now I'm on the sidelines. I still do not know what drivetrain I want ect. I'm going to take this time and use it very constructively to decide exactly what I want. I still plan to make it out to Dallas...would like to go july 4th time frame. I have spoken to 2 BDR owners that seek more than willing to show my the cars. In the big scheme of things im fairly young and have time on my side. I need to step up and let this business opportunity be my focus and priority. That Jun 1st price increase from BDR had me thinking foolishly. I was letting it almost push me into making a decision between the BDR and my local SPF option...which is a fantastic car. Current plan is to see more cars, do more research and just enjoy the journey. I would be going to the London event if it wasn't for an out of town work related matter. I still have my 03 cobra as a garage queen so I'm not without some hp somewhere.

[lovehamr]

The London show is a great idea, too bad you can't make it. That's how I made my decision on what make/drive train etc.

[NewYorkGuy]

Hey, Ace, good luck! It is a buyer's market and u do have time and $$$ in your favor.

nyg

[fordracing65]

I prefer Superformance, I think it looks better, plus they drive awesome...Backdraft of the track, watch out, fast...