New guy & IN the market for what else...a cobra!

[Randy Rosenberg]

Ditto on the mileage - my 2001 SPF has 23k, which is actually kinda low considering the "almost year-round" driving season we have here in the Bay Area. Since the SPF you're looking at originated from the East Coast, the question would be: how long has it been on West Coast? The SB100 Sequence Number should give you an indication, since the number will include the year the Sequence Number was assigned.

And ditto on the tires and shock mounts... For me, the top and side curtains are just more parts to pass along to the next owner - I have never used them, nor do I plan to. I used the tonneau cover a few times. Depending upon the condition of the car cover, you might want to buy a new one - I've had good luck with California Car Covers.

[chucks1]

When I was looking for a Cobra I researched for months and months. Went to look at several different (used) cars before finally pulling the trigger on a new SPF with a Windsor stroker and 5-speed Tremec. It's an awesome car, couldn't be happier.

And unlike you guys from CA, I enjoy using my top from time to time because I come from MN.

[Hershey]

Originally Posted by ZOERA-SC7XX

A Cobra will live quite nicely along side of a BMW M3 or M5. I've had my M3 for about ten years and I love it. I also love my ERA 427 Cobra and wouldn't sell or trade it for anything. It's RAW, different as night and day from the BMW, but also a 'driving' machine that will give you hours of enjoyment. I love many types of cars, but having these two among my vehicles is like having my cake and eating it too. Just doesn't get any better. Good luck with your search and don't exclude an ERA. Thay are among the closest to original as you can get without taking out a mortgage.

My thoughts exactly!

Originally Posted by Randy Rosenberg

Ditto on the mileage - my 2001 SPF has 23k, which is actually kinda low considering the "almost year-round" driving season we have here in the Bay Area. Since the SPF you're looking at originated from the East Coast, the question would be: how long has it been on West Coast? The SB100 Sequence Number should give you an indication, since the number will include the year the Sequence Number was assigned.

And ditto on the tires and shock mounts... For me, the top and side curtains are just more parts to pass along to the next owner - I have never used them, nor do I plan to. I used the tonneau cover a few times. Depending upon the condition of the car cover, you might want to buy a new one - I've had good luck with California Car Covers.

Originally Posted by chucks1

When I was looking for a Cobra I researched for months and months. Went to look at several different (used) cars before finally pulling the trigger on a new SPF with a Windsor stroker and 5-speed Tremec. It's an awesome car, couldn't be happier.

And unlike you guys from CA, I enjoy using my top from time to time because I come from MN.

Yes, doing research as we speak. I traveled to Dynamic Auto West, spoke with Dennis and he schooled me up on a few things and looked at the SC's around his shop. The one SC that caught my eye/withing my budget was already sold!!

[Slick61]

... check out a Backdraft... nothing against the other manufacturers... they're all great... but a Backdraft would be a nice complement to your BMWs... and maybe a tad familiar. The Backdraft suspension is BMW-based (E36)... handles very well, and is quite comfortable. Also, the cockpit is roomier than most. Once you've looked at a few different cars, I think you'll refine your selection criteria rather quickly... By the time I looked at my 4th car, I pretty much knew exactly what I wanted... was just a matter of finding the right car, and at the right price. Good luck!