Superformance evolution by chassis number

mattpatt · #1 (**permalink**) 11-28-2009, 01:48 PM

I've been considering buying a used Superformance Mk3 and have been studying everything about these cars that I can find in the internet. Some time ago I came across a site that had all the design improvements in the Mk3 by chassis number. I failed to bookmark this page and have looked hi and lo to find it since.

Does anyone know where this info can be located?

Much thanks to anyone who can help.

Bill Wells · #2 (**permalink**) 11-28-2009, 02:06 PM

Try this : http://superformance.org/scof/carnumber.html

and this : http://performanceunlimited.com/supe.../features.html

Blas · #3 (**permalink**) 11-28-2009, 02:32 PM

Matt,
Feel free to PM me with any questions regarding a Superformance MKIII... Always glad to help.

patrickt · #4 (**permalink**) 11-28-2009, 03:15 PM

It was all I could do not to post a wise-a$$ response basing the "evolution of the SPF" on stuff that falls off and recent threads biittchin' about the quality control. You know, 1-500 gets you the collapsable rear suspension, 500-750 gets you self-removing calipers, 750-1000 features harmonic suspension fittings....

But in the spirit of the holiday weekend, I thought I would just let this one pass on by.

noblec5 · #5 (**permalink**) 11-28-2009, 03:39 PM

Wow Pat, You still couldn't resist could you, with your wise-*ss comments anyway! Maybe its more of your disdain of anything not gold plated and diamond encrusted ERA's that you so much want everyone to know. Wait for the smiley faces to make it all better,

Chris

Got the Bug · #6 (**permalink**) 11-28-2009, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by noblec5

Wow Pat, You still couldn't resist could you, with your wise-*ss comments anyway! Maybe its more of your disdain of anything not gold plated and diamond encrusted ERA's that you so much want everyone to know. Wait for the smiley faces to make it all better,

Chris

Usually the

is Patrick's "get of jail free" emoticon.

Bill Wells · #7 (**permalink**) 11-28-2009, 03:42 PM

patrickt - you really don't deserve a response .....however I need to vent as your SPF bashing seems to be a full time thing for you ....If I see SPF, I can expect some snide comment from you . I am happy you have the greatest car in the world .... my 13 yr old SPF has had no problems related to SPF control , it just takes a licking and keeps on ticking. Peace and harmony to all. Bill

patrickt · #8 (**permalink**) 11-28-2009, 03:55 PM

Wait a minute

, I didn't make the post, remember? I took the higher road instead, surely that's worth something.

mattpatt · #9 (**permalink**) 11-28-2009, 05:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mattpatt

I've been considering buying a used Superformance Mk3 and have been studying everything about these cars that I can find in the internet. Some time ago I came across a site that had all the design improvements in the Mk3 by chassis number. I failed to bookmark this page and have looked hi and lo to find it since.

Does anyone know where this info can be located?

Much thanks to anyone who can help.

Bill and Blas: Thanks for the helpful inputs.

Silverback51 · #10 (**permalink**) 11-28-2009, 05:49 PM

Great way to welcome a new member Patrick.

madmaxx · #11 (**permalink**) 11-29-2009, 07:28 AM

If you have any questions about newer chassis 2600 and newer give me a shot. I do not think you can find a better replica, I would make sure you at least get the dropped floor pans which came about in the 1500 chassis?. I have never driven one without them but I know my is extremely comfortable to drive.

JBCOBRA · #12 (**permalink**) 11-29-2009, 07:42 AM

Pat-t
A new guy comes on clubcobra and asks some questions..........most likely the same way you did when you first came on here. Why not try and Help the guy out?
I mean let's face it, I know you are proud of yourself for owning the fugliest ERA around, but that doesn't give you license to be ignorant to a new member.
I can't remember a positive/helpful comment from you in ages

patrickt · #13 (**permalink**) 11-29-2009, 08:14 AM

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Originally Posted by JBCOBRA

Pat-t
A new guy comes on clubcobra and asks some questions..........most likely the same way you did when you first came on here. Why not try and Help the guy out? ... I can't remember a positive/helpful comment from you in ages.

You're absolutely right. There must be something wrong with me.

I'll make it a New Year's resolution to try and improve myself with the coming year.

RedBarchetta · #14 (**permalink**) 11-29-2009, 01:53 PM

Hey Patrick. It's official. I looked up azzhole in the dictionary and they now have your picture next to the definition. You are such a d***...too bad the moderators won't put a muzzle on your mug. Ron, thanks for at least firing a warning shot...was way overdue but is appreciated.

Mattpatt, my #747 was built in early 2000 and has been solid as a rock. PM or e-mail me anytime and I'll go over with you what this year build provided as stock.

-Dean

Got the Bug · #15 (**permalink**) 11-29-2009, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by RedBarchetta

Hey Patrick. It's official. I looked up azzhole in the dictionary and they now have your picture next to the definition. You are such a d***...too bad the moderators won't put a muzzle on your mug. Ron, thanks for at least firing a warning shot...was way overdue but is appreciated.

Mattpatt, my #747 was built in early 2000 and has been solid as a rock. PM or e-mail me anytime and I'll go over with you what this year build provided as stock.

-Dean

My vote for the CC Hall of Fame post for 2009.

"Danger Will Robinsion, danger! Thread shutdown is imminent!"

427supr · #16 (**permalink**) 11-29-2009, 05:35 PM

I own #046. It is a 1995 and was with the first batch of cars to be shipped from South Africa. It is a beautiful car, with fit and finish in my biased opinion, second to none. I have not had any problems in 14 years with this car. Car is solid as a rock and has been a great pleasure to own.

Flyin_Freddie · #17 (**permalink**) 12-02-2009, 01:30 PM

Matt...I own #770 and have owned it since it was delivered on 10/21/00. I don't know the "Richard Cranium" (you figure it out) posting as Patrickt, nor why he has such an axe to grind, but ...truth be known... d!ckheads like him are why I mostly stopped posting on this, or any other forum for that matter, a long time ago. Too many people with too little experience and a keyboard can post whatever they want on subjects about which they are unqualified to speak.

If you'd like an honest, straight forward opinion of Superformance cars, please contact me offline via this forum. In over 10 years of ownership, I've not had one single problem with any item on my car that I didn't cause myself. I'd buy another SPF in a heart beat...no questions asked.

Hope this helps you sort out the facts from the bullsh!t....and Patrickt doesn't seem to have all the facts.

jhv48 · #18 (**permalink**) 12-02-2009, 02:21 PM

I've got a newer chassis (number 2932) and in the 4 months it's been on the road, I have had a few teething problems that probably would have been taken care of if I had taken it back to my engine installer after 500 miles or so. Nothing major to complain about. Wheels imbalanced, oil temp gauge line kinked and stopped working, thermostat and intake manifold gasket replaced under warranty from Roush. Everything else seems tight and of good quality.

If I could have found a used one exactly like mine, I would have bought it in a heartbeat. This is my second Cobra and the first year is always filled with teething and diaper changes till you get it set up just the way you like it. But it is well worth the effort!

Rickd · #19 (**permalink**) 12-02-2009, 02:47 PM

Mattpatt. The Superformance is a great car - extremely reliable and well built. After Kirkham, which is hands down the prettiest, best engineered, and best built cobra available (in my opinion), the next two - in varying order of preference - would be ERA and Superformance (again in my opinion). There generally won't be anything amiss with a used Superformance (or an ERA) that some light wrench work won't resolve. Most of the cars are dreams that were purchased, built strong enough to handle a race track every weekend, but normally only driven a couple of thousand miles in it's lifetime. There are people on here who have driven their Superformance as a daily driver + tracked it on weekends, and have 100,000 miles on the car. Believe me, they wouldn't have sold the large volume they have - at a significant premium to many other available cobras - if they weren't delivering on the quality promise. People who put out $50+ thousand can make a lot of noise when they are unfairly treated. Superformance makes a very good car (so does ERA). Check them out, ride in em, drive em, visit the factory (ERA is in Ct). Have fun doing your homework - that is part of the pleasure in this 'affliction'.

mattpatt · #20 (**permalink**) 12-02-2009, 07:23 PM

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Originally Posted by mattpatt

I've been considering buying a used Superformance Mk3 and have been studying everything about these cars that I can find in the internet. Some time ago I came across a site that had all the design improvements in the Mk3 by chassis number. I failed to bookmark this page and have looked hi and lo to find it since.

Does anyone know where this info can be located?

Much thanks to anyone who can help.

I much appreciate the added replies, guys. While there is some "noise" in the info flow (Mr.P) which I just filter out most of the info I've found on this thread, as well as many other, is invaluable. Just talking to you about the cobras makes the prospect of owning one more real and, to be honest, that much more exciting. You've all been where I am and know that this phase is a hell of a lot of fun as well as necessary to making a good decision in the end.

thanks, much

Matt