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[Big Grin] [dance] I am sooooo happy. I test drove an 2001 cobra yesterday. Man that thing was fast. Jumped on the freeway and smashed on it. I want to know is $19,000 a good deal for it. It only has 27,000 miles.

[ November 12, 2006, 04:37 PM: Message edited by: 1990Silver5.0 ]

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19K seems high, I found a few others that were clean for 13-15K. A couple years ago I almost had a dealer talk me into financing a 98 Cobra for 18.5K after the test drive but I took a few days to think about it and came to my senses.

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good miles but price is too much. [patriot]

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arght i'll try to talk them down to 15 and see what happens. Thanks guys

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i guess u have never drove a 03/04 cobra since u think the 01 is fast [Big Grin]

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for a few thousand more you put yourself in a 03/04 that is a lot faster than a 01/99 cobra.

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for the price you can get an Ls1 haha jk [Razz]

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Not looking to spend more then $20,000.
Here is my want to buy list. Going to buy one of these tomorrow I will still be looking but as for right now these are the 2 im mostly interested in

2001 Cobra: 27,000 miles Price:$19,000 (only will buy if they lower it to $15,000)

2002 WS6: 22,000 miles Price:$19,000

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Why are You looking at the dealership for used car's? Be patient and shop around! Those car's probably aer'nt going anywhere and You never know who owned them and if they took care of them and preformed the maintenance. BE PATIENT and you will get what You want.

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quote:
Originally posted by SmokinLX:
Why are You looking at the dealership for used car's? Be patient and shop around! Those car's probably aer'nt going anywhere and You never know who owned them and if they took care of them and preformed the maintenance. BE PATIENT and you will get what You want.

what he said.. never buy use cars from a dealership.. you can get better deals from private sellers.

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quote:
Originally posted by venomous99:
for a few thousand more you put yourself in a 03/04 that is a lot faster than a 01/99 cobra.

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I would offer $15000. If the dealer tries to suck you for more, I would take your business elsewhere.

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quote:
Originally posted by cobraracer46:
I would offer $15000. If the dealer tries to suck you for more, I would take your business elsewhere.

15k cash of course...
[Wink]

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quote:
Originally posted by 1990Silver5.0:
Not looking to spend more then $20,000.
Here is my want to buy list. Going to buy one of these tomorrow I will still be looking but as for right now these are the 2 im mostly interested in

2001 Cobra: 27,000 miles Price:$19,000 (only will buy if they lower it to $15,000)

2002 WS6: 22,000 miles Price:$19,000

$19,000 for a 02 WS6 with 22,000 miles is pretty good since its the last year they made them!

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quote:
Originally posted by twisted54:
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Originally posted by cobraracer46:
I would offer $15000. If the dealer tries to suck you for more, I would take your business elsewhere.

15k cash of course...
[Wink]

[dance] [worship]

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For about 20K you can get an 03/04 mach1. 4v and a solid rear... [Big Grin]

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Don't get the '01! I had one and it was problem city. I think it spent more time at the dealer than on my driveway haha. Seriously though, it was fun when it ran, but it was not in any way reliable. Save a little bit more and get an '03 Cobra man. I have one now and it is far more refined than the '01. I mean it's no luxury car but the little things really make a big difference.

It rides much better, the seats feel much better, is much quieter inside when driving, has the incredibly strong engine that will give you peace of mind, and of course you get the foundation that responds to mods like nothing else. The '01 Cobra is not what I would call fast at all after driving the '03 Cobra. The '01 seriously lacks the low and midrange torque it needs on the street. The '03 has both, and a monster top end when you add a few simple mods. If the '01 is what you want by all means buy it! I'm just saying that I think you should give a little thought to the '03. It won't cost you a whole lot more either. Remember I have owned both and there is no comparison. I mean it's still a Ford, but a huge step forward from the '01.

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quote:
Originally posted by twisted54:
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15k cash of course...
[Wink] [/QB]

Yes, you are correct! Unless you want to spend your entire life sucking the dicks of the banks and car dealers by messing with payments, then It is highly recommended to stay away from payments and pay cash any vehicle, including an 01 Cobra.

[ November 13, 2006, 01:48 PM: Message edited by: cobraracer46 ]

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Now for this cobra, I just looked it up in my Program and so here you go....

Values ...........Wholesale.........Retail

..................13,400...........17,250
miles Adjustments...+ 1,575.........+ 1,575

Total KBB Value......14,975..........18,825

If you want the car I would offer them about 16K-17K. Start low.......

[ November 13, 2006, 09:44 PM: Message edited by: NavidR ]

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Originally posted by Juiced-03:
Don't get the '01! I had one and it was problem city. I think it spent more time at the dealer than on my driveway haha. Seriously though, it was fun when it ran, but it was not in any way reliable.

My 01 Cobra convertible has been very reliable in the 4+ years I have owned it. Just last week, I drove it all the way to Las Vegas and the motor did not burn a drop of oil. I'm totally happy with my car and I plan on keeping it forever. Is an 03 cobra a better car than an 01? yes, but at least I can say that I have a paid for car and cash in my pocket to spend on other things besides a car.

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quote:
Originally posted by cobraracer46:
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Originally posted by Juiced-03:
Don't get the '01! I had one and it was problem city. I think it spent more time at the dealer than on my driveway haha. Seriously though, it was fun when it ran, but it was not in any way reliable.

My 01 Cobra convertible has been very reliable in the 4+ years I have owned it. Just last week, I drove it all the way to Las Vegas and the motor did not burn a drop of oil. I'm totally happy with my car and I plan on keeping it forever. Is an 03 cobra a better car than an 01? yes, but at least I can say that I have a paid for car and cash in my pocket to spend on other things besides a car.
I'm glad yours has proven reliable for you! After the third engine blew on mine, I knew it was time to move on. It only had 16,000 miles on it too. The new owner is having the same bad luck with it as well.

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quote:
Originally posted by 1bdls1:
$19,000 for a 02 WS6 with 22,000 miles is pretty good since its the last year they made them!

Wonder why they quit making them? The Mustang has never been out of production.... [Razz]

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quote:
Originally posted by asskickn88:
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Originally posted by 1bdls1:
$19,000 for a 02 WS6 with 22,000 miles is pretty good since its the last year they made them!

Wonder why they quit making them? The Mustang has never been out of production.... [Razz]
because they didnt have any competition [Razz] jk [patriot] ...easy and simple because there stupid [Confused] lol...hey they might bring the camaro and ws6 next year [Roll Eyes] they been say that shit for ever now!

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quote:
Originally posted by 1bdls1:
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Originally posted by asskickn88:
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Originally posted by 1bdls1:
$19,000 for a 02 WS6 with 22,000 miles is pretty good since its the last year they made them!

Wonder why they quit making them? The Mustang has never been out of production.... [Razz]
because they didnt have any competition [Razz] jk [patriot] ...easy and simple because there stupid [Confused] lol...hey they might bring the camaro and ws6 next year [Roll Eyes] they been say that shit for ever now!
The Camaro is coming back in 2008 as a 2009 model with a 6.2L 450HP.

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Hey I just bought a 2001 Cobra from the Auction this morning. I put it in to get it checked out inside and out. If it passes I will pm you and will work a deal with you if your still interested

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