Daytona Coupes... Which one?

[Rick Weber]

Goedemiddag or Bonjour SimonSays...sorry I don't know how to speak Flemish. My name is Rick and I own SPC #039, a Daytona Coupe that was built in 2004. As I am NOT a mechanic by any means, I bought the car complete. It has a Roush 427R and Tremec T56, 6 speed transmission.

Having owned it now for a few years and with about 5,500 miles on it, I must say that it really is quite a ride. The fit and finish are first rate. It accelerates hard and corners as if it's on rails. It has been amazingly reliable and has only required the type of maintenance that one would expect to perform on any vehicle.

I can't comment on the other makes that have been mentioned in the thread as I haven't had the opportunity to ride or in fact even view any. The Coupes are indeed rare to see. I have not seen any in the New York area where I live. Anybody out there???

I have recently considered selling the car but of course the economic times are difficult now and I am not sure it would sell. My theory is that I have had a great time driving and enjoying the car and so the sale would not be driven by profit making or even recouping the initial investment.

Simon, if I can be of any assistance with questions please feel free.

Tot Ziens or A bientot.

Rick

[SimonSays]

Originally Posted by xlr8or

The basic difference are this:
Factory Five: User assembled not factory assembled. Lots of options available to customize to user preference. Build quality will vary based on builder. Reasonable price.
Superformance: Factory assembled with consistant quality, sold as a painted roller minus engine and transmission. Costs much more, endorsed by Shelby if that matters to you.
Shell Valley: User assembled, not that many out there, quality will vary by builder. Reasonable price.
Lesher Motorsports: Mid range price, user assembled.... Not many out there.
Kirkham Motorsports: Work of art, highest price, very few of any out there.

Thanks
It's been my impression so far that Superformance is my best bet, even though prices are higher. The Shelby endorsement would make it hold its value somewhat better in the long run (I hope )

Originally Posted by Rick Weber

Goedemiddag or Bonjour SimonSays...sorry I don't know how to speak Flemish. My name is Rick and I own SPC #039, a Daytona Coupe that was built in 2004. As I am NOT a mechanic by any means, I bought the car complete. It has a Roush 427R and Tremec T56, 6 speed transmission.

Having owned it now for a few years and with about 5,500 miles on it, I must say that it really is quite a ride. The fit and finish are first rate. It accelerates hard and corners as if it's on rails. It has been amazingly reliable and has only required the type of maintenance that one would expect to perform on any vehicle.

I can't comment on the other makes that have been mentioned in the thread as I haven't had the opportunity to ride or in fact even view any. The Coupes are indeed rare to see. I have not seen any in the New York area where I live. Anybody out there???

I have recently considered selling the car but of course the economic times are difficult now and I am not sure it would sell. My theory is that I have had a great time driving and enjoying the car and so the sale would not be driven by profit making or even recouping the initial investment.

Simon, if I can be of any assistance with questions please feel free.

Tot Ziens or A bientot.

Rick

Thanks for your info Rick. Flemish and Dutch are just about the same, so thanks for the effort

What colour scheme do you have on yours?
I'm also selling my own car at the moment, and I agree, the market is slow these days...