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Posted by N8 (Member # 6048) on :
 
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?
 
Posted by N8 (Member # 6048) on :
 
nm - with a lil snooping around it seems EVERYTHING is better on the 03/04......lol.
 
Posted by CHUGGNBREW'Z (Member # 7845) on :
 
Because n8 when slam on the gas the cars says bbbbooooooooosssssssttttttttttt
 
Posted by 2000BlackGT (Member # 283) on :
 
quote:
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?
 
Posted by N8 (Member # 6048) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 2000BlackGT:
quote:
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.
 
Posted by Yaterstang (Member # 7659) on :
 
Youve got cobra fever now n8!
 
Posted by N8 (Member # 6048) on :
 
quote:
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.
 
Posted by 92stangLX (Member # 3252) on :
 
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.
 
Posted by JohnB (Member # 969) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by N8:
quote:
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]
 
Posted by N8 (Member # 6048) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by JohnB:
quote:
Originally posted by N8:
quote:
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]
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".
 
Posted by Rigo5.0 (Member # 5247) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by JohnB:
quote:
Originally posted by N8:
quote:
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]
I completely agree John! [burnout]

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.
 
Posted by BladeX10 (Member # 9444) on :
 
Only thing better about the cobras is the engine and trans. Suspension,brakes, Handling goes to the s.3 Roush definitely.
 
Posted by N8 (Member # 6048) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Rigo5.0:
quote:
Originally posted by JohnB:
quote:
Originally posted by N8:
quote:
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]
I completely agree John! [burnout]

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.
 
Posted by SPTVENM (Member # 7080) on :
 
honestly i rather have a Saleen than a roush or a 03/04 cobra anyday
 
Posted by 50 Deep (Member # 6216) on :
 
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.
 
Posted by N8 (Member # 6048) on :
 
quote:
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.
 
Posted by BladeX10 (Member # 9444) on :
 
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
 
Posted by NavidR (Member # 3164) on :
 
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,

Good luck
 
Posted by N8 (Member # 6048) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by BladeX10:
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?
 
Posted by iceman302 (Member # 7180) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by N8:
quote:
Originally posted by JohnB:
quote:
Originally posted by N8:
quote:
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]
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]
 
Posted by N8 (Member # 6048) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by iceman302:
quote:
Originally posted by N8:
quote:
Originally posted by JohnB:
quote:
Originally posted by N8:
quote:
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]
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]
And Ludacris [Big Grin]
 
Posted by JohnB (Member # 969) on :
 
Don't get me wrong, I'll roll in a Saleen any day... [patriot]
 
Posted by JohnCM (Member # 1076) on :
 
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?
 
Posted by N8 (Member # 6048) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by JohnCM:
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.
 
Posted by Slowback67 (Member # 6348) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by SPTVENM:
honestly i rather have a Saleen than a roush or a 03/04 cobra anyday
+1
Saleen does a way better job at building cars.... They build my dream car [worship] S7
 
Posted by JohnB (Member # 969) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 50 Deep:
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.
Exactly.

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Posted by N8 (Member # 6048) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by JohnB:
quote:
Originally posted by 50 Deep:
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.
Exactly.

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NOICE!!

But this look is just off the chain too me.

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And I really want a vert

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[ July 23, 2010, 06:24 PM: Message edited by: N8 ]
 
Posted by 50Reasons (Member # 6452) on :
 
Thought you had a sn cobra already
 
Posted by N8 (Member # 6048) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 50Reasons:
Thought you had a sn cobra already
Still do.
 
Posted by SydeWaySix (Member # 3596) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by N8:
quote:
Originally posted by 50Reasons:
Thought you had a sn cobra already
Still do.
Why dont you finish your cobra first then start looking for another car [Wink]
 
Posted by JohnB (Member # 969) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by SydeWaySix:
quote:
Originally posted by N8:
quote:
Originally posted by 50Reasons:
Thought you had a sn cobra already
Still do.
Why dont you finish your cobra first then start looking for another car [Wink]
Says the guy who changes cars faster than most people change their socks... [Razz]
 
Posted by SydeWaySix (Member # 3596) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by JohnB:
quote:
Originally posted by SydeWaySix:
quote:
Originally posted by N8:
quote:
Originally posted by 50Reasons:
Thought you had a sn cobra already
Still do.
Why dont you finish your cobra first then start looking for another car [Wink]
Says the guy who changes cars faster than most people change their socks... [Razz]
TRUE...but theyre always DONE when I sell them [Big Grin]
 
Posted by N8 (Member # 6048) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by SydeWaySix:
quote:
Originally posted by N8:
quote:
Originally posted by 50Reasons:
Thought you had a sn cobra already
Still do.
Why dont you finish your cobra first then start looking for another car [Wink]
Not doing much more to it. Engine is rebuilt, it will be on its way to paint after I make it back out Dans way and then get a tune. Then I hand the keys to my son (after I drive it a lil bit).
 
Posted by 50Reasons (Member # 6452) on :
 
Thats cool
 
Posted by 50 Deep (Member # 6216) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by N8:
quote:
Originally posted by JohnB:
quote:
Originally posted by 50 Deep:
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.
Exactly.

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NOICE!!

But this look is just off the chain too me.

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And I really want a vert

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Roushes do look really good from the rear view mirror of a Cobra
 
Posted by 50DADDY (Member # 3076) on :
 
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Love you T,but i put this on everything that i will see you eat those words. [Wink]

[ July 24, 2010, 02:54 PM: Message edited by: 50DADDY ]
 
Posted by SPTVENM (Member # 7080) on :
 
quote:
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.
ya 03/04 cobras are nice and fast, good bang for the buck, BUT it aint no Saleen of course they cost like 3x as much as a cobra but if i had the money i would get a Saleen and not a 03/04 is what im saying....."SOME" Saleen's do lack power but not all of them, and def not handling

this over a cobra anyday! no competition....

http://www.smssupercars.com/302.html


quote:
Originally posted by JohnB:
Don't get me wrong, I'll roll in a Saleen any day... [patriot]
[worship]

[ July 24, 2010, 04:13 PM: Message edited by: SPTVENM ]
 
Posted by 50 Deep (Member # 6216) on :
 
Of course you can compare a new car to an old one and say its better. If your going to make the comparison against that saleen it would make more sense to look at the same year "cobra" which would be the GT 500. In factory trim for 03/04 you won't find a saleen or roush faster than the cobra except for an s281 extreme. And anyone who road races willl tell you an IRS is much better for road racing than the 4 link live axle setup.

All good cars though. Just depends on what look you want.
 
Posted by SantaClara_Lx (Member # 9488) on :
 
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZL8Qo_r3Ijo&feature=related dont watch just listen
 
Posted by N8 (Member # 6048) on :
 
I still would prefer a Roush. The speed comparison is great for those that race. But I would not be mad if I ended up with a Cobra.
 




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