Cost of New Cobra

[DanEC]

Hurricanes do appear to be very good, quality cars but I don't think you could come anywhere close to building one for around $30,000. I would put Hurricane and Unique closer pricewise.

[cycleguy55]

If price is a factor, it's worth keeping in mind completed cars are available for less (often far less) than building one. You'll inherit everything good and bad with the purchase, so inspect carefully and choose wisely.

[Whodeeny]

I am just finishing up my ERA Cobra. I had ERA do most of the work, I just had to do the electrical and interior installation. I am just over six figures but I believe it is a well equipped car, i.e. top, side curtains, tonneau cover, heater, wipers, leather interior, heated seats, pin drive Sunburst wheels, BBM block and heads, under car exhaust, etc. I thought I could get it done for less but no way. I would say work out a budget then add at least 20% to the number.
As far as buying a completed car make sure you can bring it into your state without going through an emissions test. That wasn't possible for me plus I wanted a very specific car.
BD

[cycleguy55]

There's a small block Unique listed in this story for $36K. https://www.rcnmag.com/fresh-finds/three-cobras-for-35k

ERA FIA 2092 $59K: http://www.clubcobra.com/classifieds...uct=7391&cat=2

Unique FIA $33K: http://www.clubcobra.com/classifieds...uct=7387&cat=2

Unique Slabside $35K. Looks like the same one listed in the Reincarnation Magazine article: http://www.clubcobra.com/classifieds...uct=7386&cat=2

[fastd]

just having some fun here...
list of biggest factors and value for each:
big vs small block: too many variables but if hp is say 500 does engine size matter?
4-5-6 speed trans: 6 speed + 5k, 5 speed 2.5k
fuel injection vs carb: fi + 3k
make of car: big difference
289 vs 427 style: no difference?
other factors?

[fastd]

500 HP pretty easy in a 351w.

[dacobb]

Originally Posted by fastd

500 HP pretty easy in a 351w.

Given that the slabside rides on either 205/70r15 or 215/65r15 tires, 500hp would seem superfluous.

[fastd]

my point wasn't with respect to sideslabs. it was tryibg to value the importance of "goodies" like 500 hp (be it from a big block or a mid block like a 351w), 6 speed trans, fuel injection, other...

[patrickt]

Hmmm, I think fastd was really just making fun of small blocks. You know, basically saying that a small block in a 427 style car is for pussies. Frankly, I'm shocked... shocked, I say....

[dacobb]

Originally Posted by patrickt

Hmmm, I think fastd was really just making fun of small blocks. You know, basically saying that a small block in a 427 style car is for pussies. Frankly, I'm shocked... shocked, I say....

So would you ride around in a Cobra that fastd built?

[patrickt]

Originally Posted by dacobb

So would you ride around in a Cobra that fastd built?

Only if I was behind the wheel.

[fastd]

Originally Posted by patrickt

Hmmm, I think fastd was really just making fun of small blocks. You know, basically saying that a small block in a 427 style car is for pussies. Frankly, I'm shocked... shocked, I say....

patrickt trying to stir things up...?

ok. i'll play. first, you misunderstood my meaning.

my question was: if there is an engine that produces 500 hp does it matter from a value perspective whether it comes from a small block or big block?

my personal bias is against big blocks however: i prefer smaller blocks because i personally prefer higher revving engines that feel "lighter" than how big blocks typically behave.

no offense meant to anyone - just my personal taste - wouldn't have mentioned it but patrickt called me out.

[Dimis]

I haven't posted in a while myself but this brought me out of the woods....

In answer to the original post- how long is a piece of string?
Eg:
I've got $40k in the engine alone, and yes, I got a great deal. When you start playing with exotic parts the dollars will rack up.

I'm with Patrick- figure on six figures.

Good luck with it all.


...and ps:

Originally Posted by fastd

my personal bias is against big blocks however: i prefer smaller blocks because i personally prefer higher revving engines that feel "lighter" than how big blocks typically behave.

Then put an LS7 in it.

[dacobb]

Originally Posted by fastd

patrickt trying to stir things up...?

ok. i'll play. first, you misunderstood my meaning.

my question was: if there is an engine that produces 500 hp does it matter from a value perspective whether it comes from a small block or big block?

my personal bias is against big blocks however: i prefer smaller blocks because i personally prefer higher revving engines that feel "lighter" than how big blocks typically behave.

no offense meant to anyone - just my personal taste - wouldn't have mentioned it but patrickt called me out.

Generally speaking big blocks cost more than small blocks but the real issue is the body. You wouldn't put a big block in a slabside or FIA and you probably shouldn't put a small block in a 427 S/C.

[novasscnc]

Buy one do not build

[35olds]

A good friend of mine just won an auction on a Superformance cobra. Beautiful car ,well cared for , its on the internet .Unbelievable price . I got a really great deal on my Unique .Really well cared for as well . There are deals out there , look for them and jump ,do not hesitate . I've been looking for years .

[fastd]

agree dacobb.

seems like fia/slabside has gained in popularity vs the 427 (although I guess 427s are still 80% ish of the market)

[dacobb]

Originally Posted by fastd

agree dacobb.

seems like fia/slabside has gained in popularity vs the 427 (although I guess 427s are still 80% ish of the market)

My SBF will have around 400HP and that is more than enough in a 2500lb car with skinny tires.

Now, you could build a 427 S/C with a rip-snortin' big block with over 500hp, but make sure to update your will.

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