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[schaf]

Ok new to all this. Have been thinking about buying a Cobra Replica for my dad. Ok for me too. What do I need to look out for and what all do I want. I assume this is not an easy quesstion. Power is not extremely important. Condition and reliability is important. I want to stay under 30k... We are both 6'2 and about 215 if that matters. I have seen a few ads list there cars as better for bigger drivers. Well I value you opinions and look forwad to getting cobra. Thanks

[ZOERA-SC7XX]

You will not get much at that price unless you are a good mechanic and are willing to build/rebuild the car yourself. If you want a driver, be careful what you choose. A fixer upper probably can be had in your price range.

[madmaxx]

Under 30K, 95% chance will not be safe enough to drive on a farm. Just my two cents, I have driven two under 30K and I thought I was going to push the seat into the trunk I was pushing on the brakes so hard to stop, the other I was surprised it ran it all. That being said I saw a Hurricane with a 289 go for 31K, appeared to be a very nice car never drove it however. Yes they are out there but you definetly limit the possibilities. I would try to get closer to $40K these cars do not depreciate that much and you will recoupe alot of money. You can get a used BDR for 38 to 40K, excellent cars for the money and factory assemlbed and more importantly SAFE to drive.

[nevermind65]

With the market on these cars being down right now, you should be able to find one to fit your needs. Go on Ebay and start looking. I'm not sure I would buy one off there, but it will give you a good idea of what is available. I've seen quite a few FFR's for just right about $30k that were really nice. You might have to travel a ways to get it, but you can find them. Just do a LOT of research about the options available before you put down your money.

If you are expecting to get a top name car like a SPF for that price, now you are dreaming a bit.

Good luck!