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[bubela]

How does a 1997 Superformance Cobra compare to a 2010 Superformance Compare as far as build quality goes. I'm sorry if I'm asking simple questions, but haven't found there to be much difference other than the updated rear shock mount.

[ACademic]

Originally Posted by bubela

How does a 1997 Superformance Cobra compare to a 2010 Superformance Compare as far as build quality goes. I'm sorry if I'm asking simple questions, but haven't found there to be much difference other than the updated rear shock mount.

Somewhere around build #600 or so, they started offering a dropped driver's footwell as standard (great for taller drivers) and Wilwood calipers. A 2010 would also most likely have a different 3rd member IRS (not the Ford Thunderbird 8.8). There were also subtle changes to the crown of the front cowl, so a windscreen from a '97 build may not fit a 2010 build.

[Mark IV]

Originally Posted by bubela

How does a 1997 Superformance Cobra compare to a 2010 Superformance Compare as far as build quality goes. I'm sorry if I'm asking simple questions, but haven't found there to be much difference other than the updated rear shock mount.

Quality? Every bit as good or better. Some parts, i.e. the diff, calipers, etc. may have changed brand, but the build quality will be high. You need to understand that Jim Price is walking the factory floor and woe to the employee who does not hold to his standards.