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Posted by Beasty5.0 (Member # 2935) on :

If you guys had the chance to buy a 2003 or 2004 Cobra, which of those years would you choose and why, also, would you choose a hardtop or convertible, and why?

I'm trying to convince my girlfriend to get rid of her 2003 Honda, but I want to know if there is a significant difference between those years, and also, trying to see the pros and cons between getting a hardtop or convertible. Thanks in advance for your input.

Posted by sharkattack (Member # 645) on :

Whichever has less miles and you want a hardtop.

Posted by uh0h50 (Member # 3125) on :

04 Cobra coupe.. some 03s had a head problem, which was taken care of by 04 (people refer to it as the tick). i personally never really liked convertibles, and are prone to getting messed with (i.e. top getting cut up from jealous a$$holes) and the coupe has a more rigid body.. but whatever floats your boat.. good luck.

Posted by Jmir018 (Member # 1414) on :

03-04.. either one. just check for the tick. mine was one of the first 03s around and did not have the tick. whichever one has the less mileage
i would get a coupe.. verts are fun and all, but you have to be a vert kinda person to really love them otherwise they get old quickly

Posted by 03SVTPower (Member # 518) on :

Cobra coupe!!

Posted by 92stangLX (Member # 3252) on :

quote:
Originally posted by sharkattack:
Whichever has less miles and you want a hardtop.

Exactly

Posted by svt306snake (Member # 1967) on :

2004 coupe orange

Posted by 90PlatinumGT (Member # 5401) on :

If you want a drop top check this one out:

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/car/251448395.html

Posted by autumnstang97 (Member # 6111) on :

there is a silver convertible cobra sitting in a dealer lot here in San Bruno, not sure what year but its an 03-04...black top, tinted windows, i saw it there lastnight, they also have an 05 Saleen, red, not sure of the other specs but its located on El Camino, across from Wendys, and next to a B of A, just thought u might want to go take a look at that one...i want it, but i want a black 03-04 Coupe!!!... [burnout]

Posted by TRIXSNK (Member # 2844) on :

Depends on what ya do with the car.

Hardtop here and lovin it [Big Grin]

My buddy's got an 03 w/ a KB and a bunch of other mods if anyone is interested put down over 600rwhp.

Posted by Hyperider (Member # 5936) on :

get a coupe! verts flexes more than the coupes.

Posted by 94gt (Member # 3060) on :

quote:
Originally posted by uh0h50:
04 Cobra coupe.. some 03s had a head problem, which was taken care of by 04 (people refer to it as the tick).

Sorry man.... that info is incorrect/innaccurate... ford did relase a slightly updated head later in the 03 run, but several 04's still are prone to getting the tick. The only real way to prevent it is getting the revised Jan 05 heads replaced either under warranty or out of pocket.

I have a 03 vert, and with the subframes and strut tower brace, I have little to no cowl shake. I love my cobra... I would have preferred a coupe, but this one was a steal that i couldnt pass up.

I say, drive both or take a ride in both. If you live close to me, I'll take ya for a spin. [burnout]

Posted by uh0h50 (Member # 3125) on :

quote:
Originally posted by 94gt:

quote:
Originally posted by uh0h50:
04 Cobra coupe.. some 03s had a head problem, which was taken care of by 04 (people refer to it as the tick).
Sorry man.... that info is incorrect/innaccurate... ford did relase a slightly updated head later in the 03 run, but several 04's still are prone to getting the tick. The only real way to prevent it is getting the revised Jan 05 heads replaced either under warranty or out of pocket.

I have a 03 vert, and with the subframes and strut tower brace, I have little to no cowl shake. I love my cobra... I would have preferred a coupe, but this one was a steal that i couldnt pass up.

I say, drive both or take a ride in both. If you live close to me, I'll take ya for a spin.

thanks for clearing that up, but i have never heard of an 04 with the head problem. can't go wrong with either though [patriot]

Posted by 94gt (Member # 3060) on :

quote:
Originally posted by uh0h50:

quote:
Originally posted by 94gt:

quote:
Originally posted by uh0h50:
04 Cobra coupe.. some 03s had a head problem, which was taken care of by 04 (people refer to it as the tick).
Sorry man.... that info is incorrect/innaccurate... ford did relase a slightly updated head later in the 03 run, but several 04's still are prone to getting the tick. The only real way to prevent it is getting the revised Jan 05 heads replaced either under warranty or out of pocket.

I have a 03 vert, and with the subframes and strut tower brace, I have little to no cowl shake. I love my cobra... I would have preferred a coupe, but this one was a steal that i couldnt pass up.

I say, drive both or take a ride in both. If you live close to me, I'll take ya for a spin.
thanks for clearing that up, but i have never heard of an 04 with the head problem. can't go wrong with either though

I just hope I didnt come across like a d*ck! I just wanted to get the info out there. Some guys that are out of warranty get bummed when they get the tick, I see it as a opportunity to upgrade!

That's true tho, cant go wrong either way! [patriot]

Posted by Muskank (Member # 2351) on :

Check your ins premiums first. I did'nt and am paying 200.00 a month for insurance. Go with the coupe with low miles. The tops start to bubble and look stupid plus it's a Cobra not a sissy fiat convertable.

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