Looking for information

Silverback51 · #1 (**permalink**) 01-01-2010, 05:25 AM

There is a friend of mine over in Belguim that is looking at a Contemporary Cobra. It's hard to tell from the picture, but the serial number appears to be CCX-2 4073.

Can anyone give me some ideas as to what he should be looking for when he test drives the car.

It has a FE series engine built by Earl Wade racing engines. That is all I know about the drive train.

And any ideas on what it would be worth would also be appreciated.

Thanks

mickmate · #2 (**permalink**) 01-01-2010, 05:57 AM

Just a good seat of the pants test drive will tell a lot. How does the front suspension and steering feel, no play etc. Does it seem to track OK, not clunking and changing direction under acceleration. These things and the value are affected alot by whether it has coil over front, watts link rear and a bunch of other options/upgrades that it may have come with or had done. These cars as you know are VERY dependant on the standards and knowledge of the builder. A few pics would help a lot.

Ron61 · #3 (**permalink**) 01-01-2010, 06:07 AM

Is the Cobra already in Belgium or will he have to have it imported? That is another thing to consider in the price range. Pictures would be nice, but actually riding in it and looking it over are still going to be the best gage of what it is worth.

Ron

Silverback51 · #4 (**permalink**) 01-01-2010, 06:25 AM

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Originally Posted by mickmate

Just a good seat of the pants test drive will tell a lot. How does the front suspension and steering feel, no play etc. Does it seem to track OK, not clunking and changing direction under acceleration. These things and the value are affected alot by whether it has coil over front, watts link rear and a bunch of other options/upgrades that it may have come with or had done. These cars as you know are VERY dependant on the standards and knowledge of the builder. A few pics would help a lot.

It has a torsion bar front suspension and a Jag rear end.

I will try to get some pictures.

Silverback51 · #5 (**permalink**) 01-01-2010, 06:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Ron61

Is the Cobra already in Belgium or will he have to have it imported? That is another thing to consider in the price range. Pictures would be nice, but actually riding in it and looking it over are still going to be the best gage of what it is worth.

Ron

It's already over in Europe.

mickmate · #6 (**permalink**) 01-01-2010, 06:40 AM

5 or 6 Pin drives or bolt on wheels?

Silverback51 · #7 (**permalink**) 01-01-2010, 06:46 AM

Here are the pictures that he sent me.

He has not sent me their asking price yet. As soon as I get it, I will post that also.

Thanks again.

mrmustang · #8 (**permalink**) 01-01-2010, 07:02 AM

Absolutely beautiful.........Looks like it has aged quite gracefully.

Bill S.

Jerry Clayton · #9 (**permalink**) 01-01-2010, 08:04 AM

Beautiful car

Wasn't Earl Wade the one who used to be with Dyno Don Nickleson???? If so , it has the right stuff---

Danr55 · #10 (**permalink**) 01-01-2010, 08:48 AM

Looks like a California VIN has been assigned. It's a beautiful BLACK Contemporary. A 428 motor and everything appears to be in the right place. I would also suggest a spirited test drive to make sure nothing shakes, rattles or falls loose.

mickmate · #11 (**permalink**) 01-01-2010, 09:38 AM

It looks like it's in pretty good shape alright. The suspension looks like it has had urethane rebushing. Ally kit under hood and in trunk. Pin drive wheels with safety clips.
If that's a SO under the hood I think it's a 50K car.

Bob Perry · #12 (**permalink**) 01-01-2010, 10:06 AM

John, I should be around all weekend so if it would help you come on up and take a look at mine.... Bob

belgiumbarry · #13 (**permalink**) 01-01-2010, 11:31 AM

hi guys ... forgot i was member here

... thanks John for posting my questions here ... and ofcourse thanks for the replys. And yes, our friend John is guilty in making me crazy about a Cobra.... he will never be my wifes best friend

Now i 'm interested in that car as it has the correct "patine" for what we call a "oldtimer"... and the "racy" engine , which i still have to test drive. That will be for beginning next week.
The asking price is 55K euros , the car already in Belgium. As i have heard and seen , you can count that we pay here about the same in euros as we can buy it in the US in dollars . ( transport,taxes,papers,tech inspection etc... ).
AND... as they are working against imports !! it's no exception you are waiting a year before you may drive it

... That car i can drive the next day...

My neighbour bought a new chevy truck ( the big diesel) and had paper problems for a year .... seen a FGT on Belgium license plates... he also had to fight against our administration for a full year ! Must be horrifying having that car in your garage waiting for some silly papers...

So should there be more info on that specific car ... please feel free to comment , good or bad

Many thanks.
Norbert

Silverback51 · #14 (**permalink**) 01-01-2010, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by belgiumbarry

hi guys ... forgot i was member here

... thanks John for posting my questions here ... and ofcourse thanks for the replys. And yes, our friend John is guilty in making me crazy about a Cobra.... he will never be my wifes best friend

Now i 'm interested in that car as it has the correct "patine" for what we call a "oldtimer"... and the "racy" engine , which i still have to test drive. That will be for beginning next week.
The asking price is 55K euros , the car already in Belgium. As i have heard and seen , you can count that we pay here about the same in euros as we can buy it in the US in dollars . ( transport,taxes,papers,tech inspection etc... ).
AND... as they are working against imports !! it's no exception you are waiting a year before you may drive it

... That car i can drive the next day...

My neighbour bought a new chevy truck ( the big diesel) and had paper problems for a year .... seen a FGT on Belgium license plates... he also had to fight against our administration for a full year ! Must be horrifying having that car in your garage waiting for some silly papers...

So should there be more info on that specific car ... please feel free to comment , good or bad

Many thanks.
Norbert

Good to see you over here Wafflehead.

As you can read, the car seems to be getting some good reviews. When are you going to drive it?

belgiumbarry · #15 (**permalink**) 01-01-2010, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by mickmate

It looks like it's in pretty good shape alright. The suspension looks like it has had urethane rebushing. Ally kit under hood and in trunk. Pin drive wheels with safety clips.
If that's a SO under the hood I think it's a 50K car.

Sorry Mick, what do you mean with "SO" ?

belgiumbarry · #16 (**permalink**) 01-01-2010, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Silverback51

Good to see you over here Wafflehead.

As you can read, the car seems to be getting some good reviews. When are you going to drive it?

thanks Silverback...

drive it... on monday or thusday i think.... i'm ofcourse very curious....

Silverback51 · #17 (**permalink**) 01-01-2010, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by belgiumbarry

Sorry Mick, what do you mean with "SO" ?

The SO stands for Side Oiler. It was an oiling improvement in the 427 FE series engines. Very desiralbe.

When you go to look at it, find out all you can regarding the engine and transmission.

And Happy New Year Norbert.

belgiumbarry · #18 (**permalink**) 01-01-2010, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Silverback51

The SO stands for Side Oiler. It was an oiling improvement in the 427 FE series engines. Very desiralbe.

When you go to look at it, find out all you can regarding the engine and transmission.

And Happy New Year Norbert.

happy new year to you John & family... and all Cobra members here

How do i recognize a SO ? can it visual be seen outside ? serial number ? hehe, i know... i have to many questions ... sorry

Silverback51 · #19 (**permalink**) 01-01-2010, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by belgiumbarry

happy new year to you John & family... and all Cobra members here

How do i recognize a SO ? can it visual be seen outside ? serial number ? hehe, i know... i have to many questions ... sorry

That will require someone more familiar with the FE than I am.

belgiumbarry · #20 (**permalink**) 01-01-2010, 03:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Silverback51

That will require someone more familiar with the FE than I am.

possible the 3 bolt heads outside the block , side bolts from the main caps ?
What i also read is that the freeze plugs are screwed in instead of sqeeze fit ?

i can be very wrong....

but i will look for them