Life on the Dark side

[Chupee]

So true, I see that same test drive every day almost! Funny STIG.......thx much.

[Mark IV]

We have a very nice Superformance MK II 289 car on consignment. Well less than $100K and has California SB100. Currently at our facility. 347 with 5 speed and all the options. Grigio Silverstone with tan leather/black carpets.

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[ERA 626]

Originally Posted by Alfa02

@Chupee, nothing I see would stop me from bidding, except the final price. 911r cars command higher prices on BaT because of they ads, which are very well done, and the driving of the Portland "Stig". Doesn't make it a better car though. I would say 100K+ to buy this Superformance 289 FIA. Cheers TommyRot

it sold for $82k nice car for a cheap price

[twobjshelbys]

It'll cost you a boatload. Realizing that you don't get in a Cobra, you wear it, I figured out early on that Rule #1 of buying a Cobra is don't buy one until you've sat in that one! They vary all over the place even within the same manufacturer.

You can take the rails off and mount the seat directly to the floor. That will help with height but overall legroom can only be fixed by rebuilding the foot boxes and tunnel. The cost is such that you're better off just swapping cars with one that fits. Plus, if you start hacking the car, you end up with a one off that becomes harder to sell down the line.

[Chupee]

Originally Posted by twobjshelbys

It'll cost you a boatload. Realizing that you don't get in a Cobra, you wear it, I figured out early on that Rule #1 of buying a Cobra is don't buy one until you've sat in that one! They vary all over the place even within the same manufacturer.

You can take the rails off and mount the seat directly to the floor. That will help with height but overall legroom can only be fixed by rebuilding the foot boxes and tunnel. The cost is such that you're better off just swapping cars with one that fits. Plus, if you start hacking the car, you end up with a one off that becomes harder to sell down the line.

Just spoke with last owner and I think the issue is solved. He is 5 6" and had pedal extensions put on, I think losing those 3 inches will be perfect! He said to just unbolt em!

We will see.......

thx

[Kit Coyle]

The photo of CSX2048 shows that the beautiful original steering wheel has been
replaced with the later version...I wonder why?

[Chupee]

Originally Posted by Kit Coyle

The photo of CSX2048 shows that the beautiful original steering wheel has been
replaced with the later version...I wonder why?

WHat is CSX2048?

thx

[Harpoon PV2]

Originally Posted by Chupee

WHat is CSX2048?

thx

It's a 260 Cobra!

[Harpoon PV2]

Originally Posted by Kit Coyle

The photo of CSX2048 shows that the beautiful original steering wheel has been
replaced with the later version...I wonder why?

I just looked up CSX2048, and it has the original 9 bolt steering wheel, with the Trafficator in the middle. All 260 Cobra's came like that .

[Kit Coyle]

Originally Posted by Harpoon PV2

I just looked up CSX2048, and it has the original 9 bolt steering wheel, with the Trafficator in the middle. All 260 Cobra's came like that .

You are right about the "trafficator" and horn button in the middle but the original
wheel itself is very different. Sorry I can't do photos on this site but just pull
up photos of any 260 Cobra and you will see. The wheels are the original AC
steering wheels. Very pretty wheel...probably 1930s design.

[1985 CCX]

They are different............

[Kit Coyle]

Originally Posted by 1985 CCX

They are different............

Thanks, Jeff. The top picture looks like the early Jaguar XKE wheel and the
second one is the correct 260 Cobra one...I believe. Bob Walker's new book[s]
should tell the true tale!

[Harpoon PV2]

Originally Posted by 1985 CCX

They are different............

Got to love CSX2000, with the 180mph Mercedes speedometer and the ace ignition switch!

[Kit Coyle]

Moto-Lita makes/made all the original Cobra steering wheels. Go to their
website and look at the AC Ace OEM wheels. Those are the correct wheels for
all of the 260 Cobras and are still available today!

[Harpoon PV2]

Originally Posted by Kit Coyle

You are right about the "trafficator" and horn button in the middle but the original
wheel itself is very different. Sorry I can't do photos on this site but just pull
up photos of any 260 Cobra and you will see. The wheels are the original AC
steering wheels. Very pretty wheel...probably 1930s design.

Target fixation! I just got a Trafficator, which I am restoring, didn't look at the steering wheel like I should have. If it was put on back in the late 60s or 70s and is documented, I say leave it! But if it was put on later, change it back.

[Alfa02]

@ERA626, I agree Mike that was a great deal for that 289FIA Crazy Money @Mecum in Fla. today 220K for a Backdraft, 190K for a Superformance, and 121K for a FFR Daytona. That early ERA 427 from the Gary Thomas Collection was a steal @72K.

[Sawdust]

The GRX Aurora was built in Richmond Hill, Ontario Canada. They were in business I believe from 1981 - 1983 unfortunately the company went bankrupt. They produced between 157 - 170 Cobra’s. The GRX Aurora met all Safety and EPA Emissions Standards. The GRX was delivered street legal in 50 states and complete street legal in Canada, sold through Ford dealerships.

Enjoy your ride!

[Chupee]

Originally Posted by Sawdust

The GRX Aurora was built in Richmond Hill, Ontario Canada. They were in business I believe from 1981 - 1983 unfortunately the company went bankrupt. They produced between 157 - 170 Cobra’s. The GRX Aurora met all Safety and EPA Emissions Standards. The GRX was delivered street legal in 50 states and complete street legal in Canada, sold through Ford dealerships.

Enjoy your ride!

Thanks! There is some real corporate warfare that went on with that Ford venture.

[Alex C]

Originally Posted by Chupee

For a potential new owner to the Cobra world. I want to ask a few questions from the collective wisdom:

1. Is it possible to have a small block engine like a 302 in a 427 body such as the Superformance Mk111?

2. Is the slabside a good call for a new owner who is not track-minded and just wants a bit of a cruiser?

3.Is there a preferred manufacturer for someone who is not looking to tinker with?
I have had several nice ars but are mostly in the exotics world. Yes, with many bells and whistles for safety etc so this is a huge consideration to go into a whole new reality.

Any and all input is extremely appreciated!

Blair

Holy Cow. I’m in the same inquiry looking for the same car advise with the same past ownership ( 997 TT, 355 GTB, 246 GTS Dino)
Thanks for leading the way!

[Chupee]

82 Aurora