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09-03-2009, 03:08 PM
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What to purchase--want a Cobra
Okay,
Have a friend that wants a turn key, fast, well built, excellent handling, excellent stopping, fast shifting, reliable, beautiful, no hassel, get in and go Cobra.
What do we look for and what should we pay?
Don't care if engine is Ford or Chevy, just want tremendous HP with suspension that matches, well sorted out vehicle.
Thanks,
george
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09-03-2009, 03:49 PM
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Cobra Make, Engine: JBL - TK0600, Electromotive EFI, Keith Craft 408W "standard crate", ~575hp
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JBL all the way
well JBL is the only way to get all of that  |
09-03-2009, 04:00 PM
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Cobra Make, Engine: Antique & Collectibles, Forte 427 SB, TKO 600
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A guy I work with told me about this Craigslist ad:
http://dallas.craigslist.org/ftw/ctd/1340440797.html
I know NOTHING about the above ad, car or seller.
But I bet somebody in here might.  |
09-03-2009, 04:06 PM
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there is a pecking order of manufacturers in terms of quality. I'll leave it to others more expert to list it.
does your friend care about resale value, customer service, etc.
Z. Ray
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09-03-2009, 04:53 PM
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Cobra Make, Engine: Contemporary Cobra, 427 side oiler
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Anyone thinking of buying a Cobra replica or kit should do some homework, and given that you used terms like "turn-key" and "well sorted out," I would advise you to talk to a few builders that offer turn-key cars. This would include Keith Craft, Kirkham etc. Your local Superformance and Backdraft dealers might be worth talking to as well. For someone new to this sport, the cars may all look the same. They absolutely are not. And the most expensive Cobra does not always mean you get all of what was on your laundry list above.
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09-03-2009, 04:56 PM
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Coach Mike Hurricane
601 hp Keith Craft 428, TKO 600, 9" rear end, Heater, Hard top with side windows, the best of everything.
You drive it home! No issues, none. $45,000
Dwight algunruner@aol.com
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09-03-2009, 05:00 PM
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This Superformance in the classified section has a big HP NASCAR motor. Price is right and he wants to move it. I'm not into green or dual roll bars but it's got the big motor!!
http://www.clubcobra.com/classifieds...uct=2370&cat=2
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09-03-2009, 05:52 PM
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B&B cobra
B&B offers a turnkey minus car everything is done less engine and trans for 27,000 ck our www.bandbroadster.com |
09-03-2009, 05:53 PM
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Ok, I'll jump on the bandwagon, check out my ERA for sale by clicking the link in my signature.
Bill S.
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09-03-2009, 07:59 PM
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Cobra Make, Engine: James Yale made ready BDR#546 Radical Keith Craft 427 SB Dynoed 618hp
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Check with James Yale here in Houston. Radical Roadsters of Texas. I believe he has one or two new backdrafts ready to go already. With Keith craft engines in them.
James Yale 281-352-3556
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09-04-2009, 03:30 AM
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Yea James is a good guy he wont stear you wrong
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09-04-2009, 04:29 AM
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Originally Posted by Texas-Saluki
well JBL is the only way to get all of that |
Know of any used ones for sale? |
09-04-2009, 04:32 AM
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Originally Posted by zrayr
there is a pecking order of manufacturers in terms of quality. I'll leave it to others more expert to list it.
does your friend care about resale value, customer service, etc.
Z. Ray
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Maybe you could list the "pecking order" as no one else has offered?
Resale value is not as important as getting a reliable car at a decent price. Customer service/warrenty would be nice.
Car's home will be San Antonio, Texas. |
09-04-2009, 04:34 AM
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Originally Posted by elmariachi
Anyone thinking of buying a Cobra replica or kit should do some homework, and given that you used terms like "turn-key" and "well sorted out," I would advise you to talk to a few builders that offer turn-key cars. This would include Keith Craft, Kirkham etc. Your local Superformance and Backdraft dealers might be worth talking to as well. For someone new to this sport, the cars may all look the same. They absolutely are not. And the most expensive Cobra does not always mean you get all of what was on your laundry list above.
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Will pay reasonable costs for inspections, and a finder's fee for the right car. |
09-04-2009, 04:36 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Dwight
Coach Mike Hurricane
601 hp Keith Craft 428, TKO 600, 9" rear end, Heater, Hard top with side windows, the best of everything.
You drive it home! No issues, none. $45,000
Dwight algunruner@aol.com
Please describe "best of everything".
Anyone here know this car?
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Please describe "best of everything".
Anyone here know this car? |
09-04-2009, 04:39 AM
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Originally Posted by mrmustang
Ok, I'll jump on the bandwagon, check out my ERA for sale by clicking the link in my signature.
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Tell me about power, driveability, suspension, age/mileage, paint, reliability.
Thanks,
g. |
09-04-2009, 04:41 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by cobra cowboy
Check with James Yale here in Houston. Radical Roadsters of Texas. I believe he has one or two new backdrafts ready to go already. With Keith craft engines in them.
James Yale 281-352-3556
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What should I expect to pay?
Will we do better (price wise) finding pre owned? |
09-04-2009, 09:04 AM
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cost all depends on what you want.
It is worth the call.
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09-04-2009, 09:17 AM
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Cobra Make, Engine: KMP 539, a Ton of Aluminum
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Quote:
Originally Posted by geopar@gvtc.com
Okay,
Have a friend that wants a turn key, fast, well built, excellent handling, excellent stopping, fast shifting, reliable, beautiful, no hassel, get in and go Cobra.
What do we look for and what should we pay?
Don't care if engine is Ford or Chevy, just want tremendous HP with suspension that matches, well sorted out vehicle.
Thanks,
george
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What about an FFR (Factory Five Racing) Spec Racer? However, I don't know if there's a turn key available.
Uh, oh, I feel Patrick's presence.  |
09-04-2009, 09:19 AM
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Cobra Make, Engine: ERA #732, 428FE (447 CID), TKO600, Solid Flat Tappet Cam, Tons of Aluminum
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Quote:
Originally Posted by RodKnock
What about an FFR (Factory Five Racing) Spec Racer? However, I don't know if there's a turn key available.
Uh, oh, I feel Patrick's presence. |
Yes, I'm hovering on this thread.  Seriously though, a FFR spec car sounds perfect for these guys. That's exactly what I would recommend. |
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