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RodKnock 03-16-2010 12:12 PM
ERA 192, but very, very nice indeed:

http://www.cobracountry.com/cobra4sa...cki-ct-BIG.jpg

Motivated seller. Wow, that's at least four really nice ERA's on the market right now.

Gunner 03-16-2010 12:47 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by kurtmart (Post 1036329)
My theory is that people build the high power car of their dreams, get in the car and promptly scare the s**t out of themselves and or the wife.
That, or many of them are more into the building than the driving. It's an odd mentality that leads to spending a couple of years meticulously building a car, and then enjoys going out and actually, you know, wearing some of that meticulousness off. I think a lot of cars are built by hobby-craftsmen who may or may not ultimately care all that much for driving them, hence the overbuilds with concours-quality chrome, paint, polish etc., sold with very few miles to make room for the next craft project.

RedBarchetta 03-16-2010 02:19 PM
To Gunner's point, some people are more into the build than driving them. And there are a few prominent CC members that I would classify into that category. Nothing wrong with that either.

To the OP, be patient with your search and the right car will find you (or vice versa). Sounds like you have the funds to buy the right car...why compromise? My $0.02 on these cars...hit a bullseye the first time out or you'll be back in the market sooner than you thought. Buy as much car as you can afford. Buy more HP than you think you can handle. If you're smart about it you will grow into it. Always respect a snake. FWIW, my next motor will definitely be larger than 392CI.

-Dean

RodKnock 03-16-2010 03:01 PM
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Originally Posted by RedBarchetta (Post 1036375)
FWIW, my next motor will definitely be larger than 392CI.

-Dean
Dean, you can buy my lousy, er, I mean, my awesome 482 when I get my SOHC engine someday. :rolleyes:

patrickt 03-16-2010 03:19 PM
Same Old, Same Old...
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by RedBarchetta (Post 1036375)
FWIW, my next motor will definitely be larger than 392CI.
You know, just once I'd like to see someone post "I'm just sick and tired of my big block FE, I'm going to rip it out and go with a small block." But, day after day, it's the same old small block owners whining that they should of gotten a big block....:LOL: Yeah, it gets old.:cool:

RodKnock 03-16-2010 03:26 PM
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Originally Posted by patrickt (Post 1036391)
You know, just once I'd like to see someone post "I'm just sick and tired of my big block FE, I'm going to rip it out and go with a small block." But, day after day, it's the same old small block owners whining that they should of gotten a big block....:LOL: Yeah, it gets old.:cool:
Dean never said he wants an FE. He said bigger than a 392W, which could mean a 402W or 427W.

patrickt 03-16-2010 03:27 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by RodKnock (Post 1036392)
Dean never said he wants an FE. He said bigger than a 392W, which could mean a 402W or 427W.
I know what he wants. And it ain't no POS small block.:cool:

Got the Bug 03-16-2010 03:41 PM
Gunner - Were you hiding under a rock for month? On CC detox? :3DSMILE:

Gunner/Rodknock/patrickt = CC's version of the "Three Amigos" :LOL:

RodKnock 03-16-2010 03:44 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Got the Bug (Post 1036398)
Gunner - Were you hiding under a rock for month? On CC detox? :3DSMILE:

Gunner/Rodknock/patrickt = CC's version of the "Three Amigos" :LOL:
Actually, it would be ERAChas, Gunner and patrickt.

Me no own an ERA. I'm just an innocent bystander, who needs to clean his car. :LOL:

RedBarchetta 03-16-2010 04:06 PM
I like an oil-free garage floor. 'Nuff said. :p :LOL:

ERA Chas 03-16-2010 04:50 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by RodKnock (Post 1036399)
Actually, it would be ERAChas, Gunner and patrickt.

Me no own an ERA. I'm just an innocent bystander, who needs to clean his car. :LOL:
Nay, nay Amigo-Bug's got it right.. You spar and s*stir with the best of 'em.

I'm very pleased to remain in company with Larry and Curly---and they don't own ERA's either.:cool:

Gunner 03-16-2010 05:40 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Got the Bug (Post 1036398)
Gunner - Were you hiding under a rock for month? On CC detox? :3DSMILE:
Thanks for noticing. They don't call me Mr. Cellophane for nuthin'. %/

Just busy. Life is "interesting" in the Chinese-curse sense right now. Among other things, we're contemplating a cross-country relocation next summer, which involves shutting down two businesses along with all the the other usual hassles.

I might sell 707 here since it's now SB-100, and stop off to say hi to the Kirkham brothers on the drive across, though...

RodKnock 03-16-2010 08:34 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Gunner (Post 1036418)
I might sell 707 here since it's now SB-100, and stop off to say hi to the Kirkham brothers on the drive across, though...
Well, I know you like that 707 number, but the Kirkhams aren't there yet. :)

tkb289 03-16-2010 09:01 PM
(Way off topic from the OP's thread ...)

Well ... I'll throw my hat in the ring on this one ... not only do I want a small block, but want a 289 or 302 that is actually as advertised.

There seems to be a lot of small blocks with big block displacements, and big blocks with big block & larger displacements, and all with incredible power ... nothing wrong with that :D !

I am definitely in the minority on this one ... but that's OK, I've got RodKnock & Co. to help me ponder wheels, roll bars and shades of blue ... ;)

RodKnock 03-16-2010 09:11 PM
I plan to lobby you hard at the next breakfast on getting a 331 built.

We'll get you back into the "good side" of The Force. :)

mrmustang 03-17-2010 03:26 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by RodKnock (Post 1036334)
Bill's ERA is not a recent build and the OP has stated that he would prefer a recent ERA build, but Bill does have that Tunnelport 427 in his car.
Bill also likes his car painted British Racing green :D and is not likely to paint it any other color just to make a sale :p But yes, it does have a tunnelport equipped side oiler, something that no other cobra currently on the open market has. ;) Clearly this buyer is not looking for my car which is why up until now I have not responded to this thread.



Bill S.

Clois Harlan 03-17-2010 06:43 AM
Dallas56

Give Jay Nordstrom a call or email him he lives in Dallas near the Tollway and 635. Jay probably knows about every Cobra in a three or four state area. Here is Jay's email address: jdcobra427@sbcglobal.net

Clois Harlan

SunDude 03-17-2010 08:17 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by RodKnock (Post 1036353)
ERA 192, but very, very nice indeed:

http://www.cobracountry.com/cobra4sa...cki-ct-BIG.jpg

Motivated seller. Wow, that's at least four really nice ERA's on the market right now.
This car is gorgeous! Even though it's a relatively early chassis number, the seller says it's registered as a 1999 build. Not too old, really.

RodKnock 03-17-2010 11:02 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by ERA Chas (Post 1036409)
Nay, nay Amigo-Bug's got it right.. You spar and s*stir with the best of 'em.
Only when Evan comes calling. ;) :)

So Dallas, did you buy one of them pretty ERA's?

Dallas56 03-17-2010 12:05 PM
No buy yet. What I am finding is that ERAs are few and far between (as compared to SPF, for example), and the ones that are recently built are pricey. I am now thinking about other possibilities, for example maybe getting a brand new SPF and having Keith Craft put in a small block with 500+ hp and torque, for a price less than what a used, built several years ago ERA would command. (What do all of you ERA-o-philes think of SPF?) I have been at this for several weeks, and it's a little scary that I am still flip flopping about such fundamental choices. Maybe I need to slow down, take a deep breath. On the other hand, I rode in a couple this weekend, I definitely got the "must have" bug, and when I find the car that is exactly right, I'm writing a check for that bad boy. I am away for a few days, taking my 18 year old to New York for Spring Break. I will be back at this Sunday. Thank you all for the information, feedback, and advice. This site is an amazing resource.


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