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N8
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Please do not turn this into a pissing match or a fight about whose car is faster.
But I am curious as to why 03/04 Cobras are the hot topics. What is wrong or lacking with the 99-01 Cobras?
When I see 'em for sale they be a lot cheaper than their 03/04 brethren. After August I may start looking at them (tho I am still stuck on getting a Roush). But I am just curious if the 99-01s are lacking something?
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nm - with a lil snooping around it seems EVERYTHING is better on the 03/04......lol.
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Because n8 when slam on the gas the cars says bbbbooooooooosssssssttttttttttt
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2000BlackGT
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nm - with a lil snooping around it seems EVERYTHING is better on the 03/04......lol.
the seats are better, the mirrors are better, the fuel system is better, the heads are better, the bottom end is better, the IRS is better, the body kit is better, the transmission is better, the wheels look better, oh, did i mention its supercharged?
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N8
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Originally posted by 2000BlackGT:
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Originally posted by N8:
nm - with a lil snooping around it seems EVERYTHING is better on the 03/04......lol.
the seats are better, the mirrors are better, the fuel system is better, the heads are better, the bottom end is better, the IRS is better, the body kit is better, the transmission is better, the wheels look better, oh, did i mention its supercharged?
Yea, I think I want to narrow my search to a 04 vert if I can. I never really looked into them. But it seems Ford really knocked it out the park in 03/04. Though I still prefer a Roush S3. Hopefully everything goes well after MAGIC in August.
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Yaterstang
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Youve got cobra fever now n8!
Posts: 2968 | From: Natomas | Registered: May 2007
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N8
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Originally posted by Yaterstang:
Youve got cobra fever now n8!
nah, I still am on the Roush. Ya'll know I am more show than go type of cat. But I may check out the Cobra too.
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Here is a good article
http://www.automobilemag.com/reviews/coupes/0206_ford_mustang_svt_cobra/index.html
Besides the obvious stuff there are a lot of changes..
The motor was seriously beefed up to take boost. The whole drive train was strengthened to also handle the power.. better clutch.. beefed up IRS.. etc.
I think they lowered the rear end gear ratio..
retuned suspension...
Also, some minor cosmetic changes..
Basically they are different cars..
99-01 cobra's are cheap b/c of the lower demand.. everyone wants an 03/04.
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JohnB
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Originally posted by Yaterstang:
Youve got cobra fever now n8!
nah, I still am on the Roush. Ya'll know I am more show than go type of cat.
Stickers and body kits are SO much better than a car that actually performs. ![[Wink]](wink.gif)
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N8
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Originally posted by Yaterstang:
Youve got cobra fever now n8!
nah, I still am on the Roush. Ya'll know I am more show than go type of cat.
Stickers and body kits are SO much better than a car that actually performs.
You hit the nail on the head with me John. If I had a Cobra I would still drive it like a grandma. like they say "2 miles an hour so everybody sees you".
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Rigo5.0
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Originally posted by N8:
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Originally posted by Yaterstang:
Youve got cobra fever now n8!
nah, I still am on the Roush. Ya'll know I am more show than go type of cat.
Stickers and body kits are SO much better than a car that actually performs.
I completely agree John! ![[burnout]](graemlins/burnout.gif)
But you know what, I really do like the Stage 3 Roush and Saleen. Not too many out there and they look really good. Only issue is the price. 03/04 Cobra is a far superior car for about the same price.
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Robb
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Only thing better about the cobras is the engine and trans. Suspension,brakes, Handling goes to the s.3 Roush definitely.
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N8
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Originally posted by Yaterstang:
Youve got cobra fever now n8!
nah, I still am on the Roush. Ya'll know I am more show than go type of cat.
Stickers and body kits are SO much better than a car that actually performs.
I completely agree John!
But you know what, I really do like the Stage 3 Roush and Saleen. Not too many out there and they look really good. Only issue is the price. 03/04 Cobra is a far superior car for about the same price.
Yea the look and the non-everyone has one factor would be my reason for choosing the Roush. I almost bought a S2 about a year ago. Glad I waited though.
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50 Deep
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Both Saleens and Roushes lack the performance capabilities of the 03/04 cobras. Without lots of money anyway. In regards to handling the IRS will put work on a live axle car with the addition of lowering springs and subframes. However I would love a saleen cobra or roush cobra
Basically with the 03/04's you have everything you need to produce a race, show or cruiser from the gate and with factory tolerances and fitment.
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Originally posted by 50 Deep:
Both Saleens and Roushes lack the performance capabilities of the 03/04 cobras. Without lots of money anyway. In regards to handling the IRS will put work on a live axle car with the addition of lowering springs and subframes. However I would love a saleen cobra or roush cobra
Basically with the 03/04's you have everything you need to produce a race, show or cruiser from the gate and with factory tolerances and fitment.
I test drove I think it was a 07 Roush stage 3 and man that thing was a dream to drive. But I think at the time it was like 40 racks...lol. I dunno man, I just like the looks of the Roush. I like Cobras too, but not my first pick. I would get a saleen before a Cobra as well.
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You'll get alot of attention in a S.3 Roush. I've had people pull right next to me going 80 and yell "is that a real roush!?!?!?" i've had people take pics of it while i was parked outside of a grocery store and people say "Nice roush" almost daily at stop lights.
IDK what attracts so much attention to these cars
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Gnari-Garage
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Look you want a cobra, then the only one to buy is an 03/04! Because they are already fast and supercharged. Don't get me wrong you can find great deals on older cobra's that are belt and are for sale cheap (hint look at my sig). But if your looking for a stock cobra just buy an 03/04,
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N8
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You'll get alot of attention in a S.3 Roush. I've had people pull right next to me going 80 and yell "is that a real roush!?!?!?" i've had people take pics of it while i was parked outside of a grocery store and people say "Nice roush" almost daily at stop lights.
IDK what attracts so much attention to these cars
Yea man, I dunno either. But the car is very striking and handsome to me. I see you have one. When it comes my time to buy, do you mind if I shoot you a pm or 2 for your opinion/insight?
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Youve got cobra fever now n8!
nah, I still am on the Roush. Ya'll know I am more show than go type of cat.
Stickers and body kits are SO much better than a car that actually performs.
You hit the nail on the head with me John. If I had a Cobra I would still drive it like a grandma. like they say "2 miles an hour so everybody sees you".
Who are "they"? Besides Will Smith and yourself, who says that? ![[Razz]](tongue.gif)
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Youve got cobra fever now n8!
nah, I still am on the Roush. Ya'll know I am more show than go type of cat.
Stickers and body kits are SO much better than a car that actually performs.
You hit the nail on the head with me John. If I had a Cobra I would still drive it like a grandma. like they say "2 miles an hour so everybody sees you".
Who are "they"? Besides Will Smith and yourself, who says that?
And Ludacris ![[Big Grin]](biggrin.gif)
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JohnB
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Don't get me wrong, I'll roll in a Saleen any day... ![[patriot]](graemlins/patriot.gif)
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JohnCM
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There was a dude on here selling an Sonic Blue 03 with a full roush kit, was clean man
Maybe he's reading this and still has it for sale?
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N8
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There was a dude on here selling an Sonic Blue 03 with a full roush kit, was clean man
Maybe he's reading this and still has it for sale?
Yea I remember that one.
Like I said until after August this is wishful thinkin. But I been bustin my ass for the last 3 years developing 2 companies. Maybe I'll get to reap some of the benefits and actually spend some cash on me.
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honestly i rather have a Saleen than a roush or a 03/04 cobra anyday
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