2k 281, 2k3 Cobra, Other? hmm?

Skyman · 11-10-2003, 05:55 PM

I found an awesome 2000 Saleen Supercharged S281 for 25k w/ 950 miles on it.

Im thinking of selling both cars and getting into this, or maybe a 2003 Cobra.

The +'s I see on the saleen is better resale, its already taken a bigger hit in depreciation. And its a real head-turner.

The +'s on the cobra, a 4v motor, IRS, and 6speed.

Or just get a cheaper car under 12k 99-00GT or 96-98 cobra and dont get into big car payments.

What do you guys think, I cant make up my mind at all!

Skyler

Hethj7 · 11-10-2003, 07:08 PM

Hey Sky, how its going? I haven't seen you around much lately.

I am drooling thinking of that Saleen, but am like you and would be hesitant to get into big car payments. I would probably be a little more conservative with the money and opt for a cheaper GT or Cobra.

You know that no matter which one you buy, you will sink money into it afterwards too. So, if you go the cheaper route, you can buy some parts and stuff for it and still be under the price of the '03 or the Saleen before any mods are put on them.

Just my take on things.

rwhite65 · 11-10-2003, 11:58 PM

I agree, the new cobra or 281 would be nice, real nice. I do not see you leaving it stock though. I would stay away from big payments....get something a little cheaper...and then sink the cash that would have went towards the big payments into the mods.....when money allows.
Ryan

Fox Body · 11-11-2003, 08:15 AM

Well, the way I think about things is like this: I much rather buy a cheaper car and have less to no payments and then mod the crap out of it instead of buying a car already "built" by someone else and have to make payments on it. The left over money from buying a cheaper car under 12k 99-00GT or 96-98 cobra would make that car way faster than any production Saleen. Modding my own car makes it more personal and I can do it exactly like I want it. The Saleen's suspension is awesome, but, the Cobra's can be upgraded. Plus, to me, I'd rather beat ls1s using a '98 Cobra than a Saleen. Gives more of a "shock value."

69fastback · 11-11-2003, 01:38 PM

Payments on a 25k car aren't going to be very much at all. Especialy after selling the other two cars as a down payment. All depends on what you want to do with the cars too. I wouldn't back out of the saleen cuz of payments after a 10k down payment you could easily get the payments below 300 on it. I am sure you can sell your other two cars for more than 10k.

mustardjohn · 11-11-2003, 07:26 PM

what is the isurance diff on your choices? Sometimes you get all set on the car note and then get the surprise attack from the ins co. after you already bought. Cheaper car cheaper insurance usually and I don't think the insurance gets involved in the mods unless you want them to. However, one car may be cheaper than 2

joe4speed · 11-11-2003, 07:40 PM

Go for the Saleen!

Skyman · 11-11-2003, 07:41 PM

Im getting a black 99 Cobra here locally. God they seem slow compared to the saleen, but oh well.

Skyler

rwhite65 · 11-11-2003, 08:13 PM

the cobra is going to be a sweet car with lots of potential for mods. A car that already drives nice......and it probably won't be long before you mod it anyhow.
Ryan

Ty'97Cobra · 11-14-2003, 03:20 PM

I know what I would do..... 03 Cobra all the way....

Sold the '88 5.0 LX and the '97 Cobra....

Acquired a 1996 Cutlass as a Daily Driver and the '03 for weekends and nice days!!!!

The '03 sure is a fun car.... I miss the LX more than I do the '97... But hey, the LX was my FIRST mustang....

Skyman · 11-14-2003, 03:25 PM

Yeah I really like the car, but it needs more power sooooo baddd.

I couldnt get an 03 cobra cuz I hate watchin a car depreciate that fast!

mutherjuggz · 11-14-2003, 03:52 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Skyman
Yeah I really like the car, but it needs more power sooooo baddd.

I couldnt get an 03 cobra cuz I hate watchin a car depreciate that fast!

anything you buy is going to depreciate so you might as well get what ya want right?

Go for the 03 cobra! They ride like a ******* dream!

<-------not a cobra owner, just an admirer

Rev · 11-14-2003, 05:36 PM

How about the black '99 Cobra and then supercharge it? And maybe some gears?

Rev

Skyman · 11-14-2003, 05:50 PM

I think thats what I am gonna do. Its not bad as it needs, it needs some extra kick tho.

Skyler

11-10-2003, 05:55 PM	#1
Skyman I need 110mph Trap Speed! Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: So, CA Posts: 4,315	2k 281, 2k3 Cobra, Other? hmm? I found an awesome 2000 Saleen Supercharged S281 for 25k w/ 950 miles on it. Im thinking of selling both cars and getting into this, or maybe a 2003 Cobra. The +'s I see on the saleen is better resale, its already taken a bigger hit in depreciation. And its a real head-turner. The +'s on the cobra, a 4v motor, IRS, and 6speed. Or just get a cheaper car under 12k 99-00GT or 96-98 cobra and dont get into big car payments. What do you guys think, I cant make up my mind at all! Skyler __________________ 2001 BMW M3 6spd 12.79@108 RIP ---- 1993 Notch w/ 98 4V 4.6 Fasttt... -1989 Saleen Mustang #406- 12.32@109 -1999 Black Cobra Coupe- JBA Shorties, Bassani Cat-X, Magnaflow 3", Pulleys, 85mm Pro-M, Ported Intake, Soild Rear w/ 4.30s, Tubular Front End, X2C arms, 13lb batt, few others.

11-10-2003, 07:08 PM	#2
Hethj7 Mizzou Tigers Join Date: Apr 1999 Location: weston, MO United States Posts: 1,455	Hey Sky, how its going? I haven't seen you around much lately. I am drooling thinking of that Saleen, but am like you and would be hesitant to get into big car payments. I would probably be a little more conservative with the money and opt for a cheaper GT or Cobra. You know that no matter which one you buy, you will sink money into it afterwards too. So, if you go the cheaper route, you can buy some parts and stuff for it and still be under the price of the '03 or the Saleen before any mods are put on them. Just my take on things. __________________ 2006 Mustang GT 1990 LX GT-40 motor 262 horsepower, 307ft-lbs (sold but forever loved) 1998 Contour SVT Rice Haters Club Member #244

11-10-2003, 11:58 PM	#3
rwhite65 Ride Hard Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Wyoming IL Posts: 1,094	I agree, the new cobra or 281 would be nice, real nice. I do not see you leaving it stock though. I would stay away from big payments....get something a little cheaper...and then sink the cash that would have went towards the big payments into the mods.....when money allows. Ryan __________________ 65 Fastback 91 roller 306, H/C/I AOD-Bauman, PI Stallion, 4.10's and traction loc 04 Grand Cherokee Freedom Edition 79 Ford F-250 4x4 - Restored

11-11-2003, 08:15 AM	#4
Fox Body Mustang Maniac Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: GA, U.S.A Posts: 2,266	Well, the way I think about things is like this: I much rather buy a cheaper car and have less to no payments and then mod the crap out of it instead of buying a car already "built" by someone else and have to make payments on it. The left over money from buying a cheaper car under 12k 99-00GT or 96-98 cobra would make that car way faster than any production Saleen. Modding my own car makes it more personal and I can do it exactly like I want it. The Saleen's suspension is awesome, but, the Cobra's can be upgraded. Plus, to me, I'd rather beat ls1s using a '98 Cobra than a Saleen. Gives more of a "shock value." __________________ 351W-powered 1979 Ford Mustang Ghia notchback '79 Video @ Idle Stock 5.8L under 4" cowl 'glass hood, C4 w/ Transgo shift kit, Holley 750 cfm, Edelbrock Performer RPM intake; Fluidyne Al radiator, Flexalite 175 electric fan, 1 5/8" MAC shorty headers, FRPP Al driveshaft; S&W 6-point cage; 2.5" Off road H-pipe, 2-chamber Flowmasters, 8.8" Rear w/ 3.55s; Weld wheels (15x6;15x8), Front: 225/60/15, Rear: 275/50/15 Nitto NT 555R Drag Radials; 14 x 4” K&N X-stream air filter. '92 GT (5-speed) Small In Car Video Stock 5.0L, 2-chamber Flowmasters, MAC CAI, Tri-Ax, Al pedals... "Red, thou art my companion. Hasten now your quickened metamorphosis to Green that I may conquer all who dare abide there beside me. May they be left thither behind burnt black." ---Fox Body

11-11-2003, 01:38 PM	#5
69fastback IRAQ VET Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: high desert California Posts: 1,480	Payments on a 25k car aren't going to be very much at all. Especialy after selling the other two cars as a down payment. All depends on what you want to do with the cars too. I wouldn't back out of the saleen cuz of payments after a 10k down payment you could easily get the payments below 300 on it. I am sure you can sell your other two cars for more than 10k. __________________ 428 Cobra Jet SOHC 5.4 3V F-150 96 mystic cobra 91 GT

11-11-2003, 07:26 PM	#6
mustardjohn Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Orange, TX Posts: 360	what is the isurance diff on your choices? Sometimes you get all set on the car note and then get the surprise attack from the ins co. after you already bought. Cheaper car cheaper insurance usually and I don't think the insurance gets involved in the mods unless you want them to. However, one car may be cheaper than 2 __________________ 2003 3.8 Mineral Gray, MAC CAI, K&N, Chin Spoiler

11-11-2003, 07:40 PM	#7
joe4speed He said Member...heh, heh Join Date: Sep 1999 Location: Jupiter, Florida U.S.A. Posts: 3,718	Go for the Saleen! __________________ *Joe!* 1988 GT, 13.58@101mph Check out my listing! Click here! Or my website:www.joe4speed.com

11-11-2003, 07:41 PM	#8
Skyman I need 110mph Trap Speed! Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: So, CA Posts: 4,315	Im getting a black 99 Cobra here locally. God they seem slow compared to the saleen, but oh well. Skyler __________________ 2001 BMW M3 6spd 12.79@108 RIP ---- 1993 Notch w/ 98 4V 4.6 Fasttt... -1989 Saleen Mustang #406- 12.32@109 -1999 Black Cobra Coupe- JBA Shorties, Bassani Cat-X, Magnaflow 3", Pulleys, 85mm Pro-M, Ported Intake, Soild Rear w/ 4.30s, Tubular Front End, X2C arms, 13lb batt, few others.

11-11-2003, 08:13 PM	#9
rwhite65 Ride Hard Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Wyoming IL Posts: 1,094	the cobra is going to be a sweet car with lots of potential for mods. A car that already drives nice......and it probably won't be long before you mod it anyhow. Ryan __________________ 65 Fastback 91 roller 306, H/C/I AOD-Bauman, PI Stallion, 4.10's and traction loc 04 Grand Cherokee Freedom Edition 79 Ford F-250 4x4 - Restored

11-14-2003, 03:20 PM	#10
Ty'97Cobra Registered Member Join Date: Apr 1999 Location: NC Posts: 308	I know what I would do..... 03 Cobra all the way.... Sold the '88 5.0 LX and the '97 Cobra.... Acquired a 1996 Cutlass as a Daily Driver and the '03 for weekends and nice days!!!! The '03 sure is a fun car.... I miss the LX more than I do the '97... But hey, the LX was my FIRST mustang.... __________________ 2003 Cobra Convertible - Dark Shadow Gray #2459 of 5082 Visit my city http://diggstown.myminicity.com/

11-14-2003, 03:25 PM	#11
Skyman I need 110mph Trap Speed! Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: So, CA Posts: 4,315	Yeah I really like the car, but it needs more power sooooo baddd. I couldnt get an 03 cobra cuz I hate watchin a car depreciate that fast! __________________ 2001 BMW M3 6spd 12.79@108 RIP ---- 1993 Notch w/ 98 4V 4.6 Fasttt... -1989 Saleen Mustang #406- 12.32@109 -1999 Black Cobra Coupe- JBA Shorties, Bassani Cat-X, Magnaflow 3", Pulleys, 85mm Pro-M, Ported Intake, Soild Rear w/ 4.30s, Tubular Front End, X2C arms, 13lb batt, few others.

11-14-2003, 05:36 PM	#13
Rev Registered Member Join Date: Nov 1998 Location: Houston, Tx. Posts: 3,887	S/C? How about the black '99 Cobra and then supercharge it? And maybe some gears? Rev __________________ '66 Coupe, 306, 350-375 HP, C-4, 13.07 e.t., 104.8 mph, 1/4 mi. O.B.C. #2 '66 coupe

11-14-2003, 05:50 PM	#14
Skyman I need 110mph Trap Speed! Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: So, CA Posts: 4,315	I think thats what I am gonna do. Its not bad as it needs, it needs some extra kick tho. Skyler __________________ 2001 BMW M3 6spd 12.79@108 RIP ---- 1993 Notch w/ 98 4V 4.6 Fasttt... -1989 Saleen Mustang #406- 12.32@109 -1999 Black Cobra Coupe- JBA Shorties, Bassani Cat-X, Magnaflow 3", Pulleys, 85mm Pro-M, Ported Intake, Soild Rear w/ 4.30s, Tubular Front End, X2C arms, 13lb batt, few others.

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