Advice on buying a Cobra

[Excaliber]

Most of the replicas 'steer' very well indeed, there is no comparison to ANY 'old car' thats note worthy. Best comparisons are made to TODAYS most advanced cars. The question is not: Does it handle\drive better than a Falcon?

The question is:
Does it handle\drive better than a NEW Vette?
The fact that the question is even worthy of debate provides the answer you seek!

Any decent replica Cobra will run in the mid to low 12's. Small or big block, these cars are mostly 'traction limited' rather than 'horse power' limited.

Best ride, comfort\handling would be an IRS. All though there is room for debate on that question as well, in general I'd say IRS is 'better'.

$60K should get you a very nice, very reliable, street friendly, looks terrific, rides nice and FAST as hell replica Cobra.

Buy mine for $45k right now!

[Flukeyluke]

Thanks for the reply.

So power requirements look like a Yes.
Comfort/handling looks like a Yes ( with IRS )

Small block? Big block ? Rear end? Transmission?

Luke.

[Barry Nelson]

The question of big block small block does not apply in Australia as the ADR'S
and compliance only allow current passenger car motors, I have a Ford winsor
in my car, I think the best bang for your buck is the gen 3 chevy readily available and well priced, there are many good kits around or finnished cars
if you don't want to build your own car
Regards

[Aussie Mike]

Luke.

If you are in Melbourne we have our monthly get together this Thursday evening. It would be a good chance to talk to lots of Cobra owners and people still building.

Cheers

Michael

[Flukeyluke]

Originally Posted by Aussie Mike

Luke.

If you are in Melbourne we have our monthly get together this Thursday evening. It would be a good chance to talk to lots of Cobra owners and people still building.

Cheers

Michael

Yep, Melbourne. Can you PM or post details, If I can get along I will.
Thanks,
Luke.