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Posted by 89 306 (Member # 9042) on
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lookin to get a cobra witch one do u guys think is better
i kinda lik the new edge style but i gata say wit the right touches to a 96-98 car loks sweeeeet
let the debate begin
also is there any differences motor wise dont know tooo much out these so any help is appreciated??? and if u have pics please post and help make my choice thanks fellas
[ August 18, 2011, 01:16 PM: Message edited by: 89 306 ]
Posted by slow96cobra (Member # 6001) on
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96 with a termi engine FTW also SRA FTW
[ August 18, 2011, 01:16 PM: Message edited by: slow96cobra ]
Posted by 89 306 (Member # 9042) on
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lol if i had the $$ to do it i would
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Originally posted by slow96cobra:
96 with a termi engine FTW also SRA FTW
Posted by Vndcatr (Member # 2343) on
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thats a tough one ... Eaton swapped, IRS 01 cobra FTW
Posted by 95gtdrop (Member # 7478) on
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sn95 body style with a termi swap FTMFW!!!!!
the 99-01 uses better heads. if you end up supercharging the 96-98, those heads will be just fine. not the best N/A head out there, but mine seems to do well.
i prefer the sn95 body stye over the new edge style. JMPO. but would i mob the shit out of a 99-01
i think yes!
Posted by 9cobra7 (Member # 2812) on
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I'm partial to the 96-98's myself. It's a great time to buy either one though and you do have to go with a blower when you buy one. It really wakes em' up ![[Wink]](wink.gif)
[ August 18, 2011, 01:38 PM: Message edited by: 9cobra7 ]
Posted by Chavez66 (Member # 9812) on
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96-98 cobra FTW, i do like the new edge body too but you just cant beat the sn-95's lines. Oh yea and take the wing off as soon as you buy it please.
Posted by Luke87GT (Member # 21) on
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Just a few things to consider:
#1 - Looks is personal preference. I prefer the rounded look of the SN over the new-edge personally.
#2 - The 99-up will come with the C-heads which will give a bit more power potential (99-up will offer more low end torque which is why many of the 96-98 guys go with 4.30 or 4.56 gears to compensate). Both cars can make in excess of 300rwhp with just a few bolt-ons.
The popular NA DOHC set-up seems to be C-heads and intake + 96-98 cams... with bolt-ons, 330rwhp is not uncommon.
#3 - Someone correct me if I wrong, but sometimes in 2001, the tranny changed from the glasshouse T45 to the TR3650.
Other than this, I don't think you will find a huge difference between the two.
I daily drive a 96 Cobra with bolt-ons and 4.30s and love it. I've considered upgrading, but I can't seem to let go lol.
Posted by Luke87GT (Member # 21) on
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Originally posted by Chavez66:
Oh yea and take the wing off as soon as you buy it please.
Absolutely agree, get that wing off ASAP.
Also the 96-98 Cobra prices are very good right now. You can find good examples out there for $5-7K which is a bargain for this car IMHO.
Posted by 95gtdrop (Member # 7478) on
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perfect time to buy!!!! x10
i got mine for 6100 with tons of tastefull mods and record of service. it blue booked for 7800.
lets see some more wingless pics!!! Pacific Green FTW
Posted by 19mystic96 (Member # 7553) on
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Id say an 96-98 cobra over the new edge NA cobras..
Posted by JBeezy53 (Member # 3960) on
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96-98 Black/Black Cobra coupe is my daily driver. Not a fan of the 96-98 GT's but love the the 96-98 Cobras lowered on some 18s. Not to mention the DOHC motor is very different from a 5.0 but a blast to drive.
Posted by 50DADDY (Member # 3076) on
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1999-2001,hands down,unless you want 2 valves spanking ya.
01's look better cause they say Cobra not Mustang on the rear bumper like 99's.
[ August 18, 2011, 02:40 PM: Message edited by: 50DADDY ]
Posted by 95gtdrop (Member # 7478) on
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Originally posted by JBeezy53:
96-98 Black/Black Cobra coupe is my daily driver. Not a fan of the 96-98 GT's but love the the 96-98 Cobras lowered on some 18s. Not to mention the DOHC motor is very different from a 5.0 but a blast to drive.
you ever out in the roseville area?
theres a black 98 with an s281 spoiler. that you?
Posted by 95gtdrop (Member # 7478) on
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Originally posted by 50DADDY:
1999-2001,hands down,unless you want 2 valves spanking ya.
01's look better cause they say Cobra not Mustang on the rear bumper like 99's.
01 also uses a stronger IRS system. more splines on the shafts. ( for her pleasure )
Posted by a302juGRnuat (Member # 10163) on
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i like the 99-01 cobras just a little better. irs is sick for everyday use cuz you can drop the shit out of it without sacrificing ride.
for the price though, the 96-98 have better deals since theyre older. just depends if you like 99-01 enough to spend the exta cash.
Posted by JBeezy53 (Member # 3960) on
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Originally posted by 95gtdrop:
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Originally posted by JBeezy53:
96-98 Black/Black Cobra coupe is my daily driver. Not a fan of the 96-98 GT's but love the the 96-98 Cobras lowered on some 18s. Not to mention the DOHC motor is very different from a 5.0 but a blast to drive.
you ever out in the roseville area?
theres a black 98 with an s281 spoiler. that you?
I'm out there ever once in a while in the Cobra but that's not me. Mine says "COBRA" across the windshield in worn lettering and has silver "COBRA" inserts in the back bumper. A couple things I will change but not until I get my 5.0s squared away. Until then the Cobra is just the DD beater........lol.
Posted by Luke87GT (Member # 21) on
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quote:
Originally posted by Luke87GT:
Just a few things to consider:
#1 - Looks is personal preference. I prefer the rounded look of the SN over the new-edge personally.
#2 - The 99-up will come with the C-heads which will give a bit more power potential (99-up will offer more low end torque which is why many of the 96-98 guys go with 4.30 or 4.56 gears to compensate). Both cars can make in excess of 300rwhp with just a few bolt-ons.
The popular NA DOHC set-up seems to be C-heads and intake + 96-98 cams... with bolt-ons, 330rwhp is not uncommon.
#3 - Someone correct me if I wrong, but sometimes in 2001, the tranny changed from the glasshouse T45 to the TR3650.
Other than this, I don't think you will find a huge difference between the two.
I daily drive a 96 Cobra with bolt-ons and 4.30s and love it. I've considered upgrading, but I can't seem to let go lol.
Of course how can I forget #4, SA vs IRS.
Again that comes down to personal preference along with what the intent of the car is.
Posted by slow96cobra (Member # 6001) on
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Originally posted by 89 306:
lookin to get a cobra witch one do u guys think is better
i kinda lik the new edge style but i gata say wit the right touches to a 96-98 car loks sweeeeet
let the debate begin
also is there any differences motor wise dont know tooo much out these so any help is appreciated??? and if u have pics please post and help make my choice thanks fellas
how much are you willing to spend?
Posted by 89 306 (Member # 9042) on
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car will be a daily driver so i doubt it will see too many mods just the normal gears.exhuast. nd maybe a tune
Posted by SydeWaySix (Member # 3596) on
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I've had several sn95 platforms so I'm very biased to this body style. I just dont like the square and bulkiness of the new edges.
As far as motors go, yes,the 99-01's have a little more power but nothing the 96-98's can't obtain
Posted by 90_STANG015 (Member # 8990) on
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96-98 cobras FTMFW!!!!!!! not even a thought in my mind about the 99-01. I'm looking to buy another 96-98, not trying to thread Jack but if someone out there has one f/s send me a pm ![[patriot]](graemlins/patriot.gif)
[ August 19, 2011, 01:36 AM: Message edited by: 90_STANG015 ]
Posted by 98 ROUSH (Member # 10309) on
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Sn-95 FTMFW!!!!
Posted by Mach916 (Member # 8264) on
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get a 01 or mach and dont look back.. simple
Posted by blk96gt (Member # 9765) on
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Sn95 hands down.
Posted by Poisond Pony (Member # 5141) on
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'96-'98 + C-head swap = win
Posted by cali95gt (Member # 8940) on
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SN95 FTW... You should try picking up "SSF SVT" old cobra... 96 blk/blk cobra with an 01 cobra swap on 10 anniversary black wheels... Somewhere around $7000.. That thing was nice.
Posted by venomous99 (Member # 1917) on
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Originally posted by slow96cobra:
97 with a termi engine FTW also IRS FTW
corrected
Posted by 90LXdiaz (Member # 10265) on
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96-98 in bright atlantic blue ftw
[ August 19, 2011, 04:22 PM: Message edited by: 90LXdiaz ]
Posted by Luke87GT (Member # 21) on
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Originally posted by venomous99:
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Originally posted by slow96cobra:
97 with a termi engine FTW also IRS FTW
corrected
That works... Or I will take
96 with a forged B-motor and Turbo FTW. Solid axle + TA/PHB FTW ![[Razz]](tongue.gif)
Posted by Peter Hatch (Member # 7676) on
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Seats and IRS in the 01 would have me sold. I would rock an 01... Hard.
Posted by SLOWFOX (Member # 11067) on
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Originally posted by Peter Hatch:
Seats and IRS in the 01 would have me sold. I would rock an 01... Hard.
Way to wake up a dead post lol the op even got the boot already lol fail...
Posted by floreZ4.6 (Member # 10586) on
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Ttt ![[Big Grin]](biggrin.gif)
Ibtl
Posted by autumnstang97 (Member # 6111) on
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I'm always going to favor the 96-98. Like you said with the right touches, they look badass! Put that with a termi...holy smokes...one kickass ride! But even a centrifugal sc on the 96-98, with a nice stance, nice wheels and clean exhaust, that's the winning ticket in my book!
Then there's the 03/04 cobra, my ultimate SVT...but that's a whole thread in it self!
Posted by VADEl2 (Member # 10332) on
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99 Cobra with SRA and single Turbo FTW
do a 94-98 SRA and slap on 335 in the rear
Posted by DeeSVT (Member # 6720) on
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Originally posted by Luke87GT:
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Originally posted by Chavez66:
Oh yea and take the wing off as soon as you buy it please.
Absolutely agree, get that wing off ASAP.
Also the 96-98 Cobra prices are very good right now. You can find good examples out there for $5-7K which is a bargain for this car IMHO.
I'm sorry a cobra without its wing look's like a v 6 stang thats what I think.
Posted by a302juGRnot (Member # 10163) on
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I'd rather have a 99 cobra over the 96-98's cuz of the styling and the IRS. But for the price, the sn95 cobras are nice. If u can find a clean 99 cobra for less then 7k, that's a great deal.
On the same topic, I also rather have a new edge cobra over a Mach 1 just cuz of the IRS and front bumper.
Posted by colbysvt (Member # 11093) on
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Wingless termi swapped 96 thats what i got
Posted by 1ST0KGT (Member # 10606) on
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01 cobra over the sn95 cobra but if you can find a sn95 for a good price then get it lol
Posted by STEED (Member # 4787) on
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Originally posted by slow96cobra:
96 with a termi engine FTW also SRA FTW
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M13WaRexHTc
agreed
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