Opinions - 95 Cobra

RAINSTANG · 03-16-2002, 09:01 PM

I have an opportunity to buy a 1995 Cobra for $7900.00 and I would like some feedback from anyone that owns one or knows this car. What was the factory HP rating? How do they handle? etc.. It has 70K on the clock, red w/black leather,rock stock, real clean and, to the best of my knowledge, never been wrecked. Honestly I'm not a big SN95 fan (no offense, just a true blue Fox body guy) but it seems to be a sweet ride for a good price. My idea is to buy it, slap it with 8-10 lbs. boost and drive it. Whadya think?

StoplightWarrior · 03-16-2002, 11:09 PM

If you don't buy it, let me know, cause I'm looking for one. Seriously, let me know.

Unit 5302 · 03-16-2002, 11:59 PM

240hp

The 95 Cobra has major enhancements over the GT. Upgraded brakes, GT40 iron heads, Cobra intake, 1.7:1 roller rockers, crank pulley, 24lb/hr injectors, 70mm MAF, upgraded T-5, and 3.27:1 rear gears to name a few.

The cam in the car is not very aggressive, the computer stinks, and the MAF isn't the best. Upgrading those items and adding a full exhaust will net you impressive performance increases. Expect hp levels to jump to around 320hp with those mods. Skip the cam and you should still see over 300. It was underrated by Ford in the first place as the cars make closer to 260hp.

The 1995 Cobra will be a serious collector. The last of the pushrod Cobra's, and the last of the 5.0's.

Jeb_Bush_2000 · 03-17-2002, 12:06 AM

My dad has one, and I'm not thrilled with it.

It's heavy and it feels very solid, but it just doesn't haul the mail like a Fox body. Admittedly, it's a ragtop, so it's very heavy, and probably the slowest SN95 Cobra. However, the power comes on nice and smooth, and it shifts very well, and the brakes are excellent.

I've never ridden in a Cobra coupe, but I imagine it's similar but faster.

95mustanggt · 03-19-2002, 01:06 AM

I say go for it. I'd LOVE to get my hands on a nice one. They will become a collector car. I'd grab it if it is in such nice condition!

Topless In Texas · 03-19-2002, 01:14 AM

My friend has a '94 Cobra coupe....hes done alot of mods to it. He's very happy with it...its a beautiful car, and it can run!!!! Like Unit said, with some mods, it can be a great car....Sounds like a good price too!!!!! Let us know what you decide!!!!

Ya, I was the same about liking the Fox Bodys for a long time since I have a SN95, but they really grew on me....I'm sure this one could grow on you too!!!!!! Good luck! Topless

SMOKE · 03-19-2002, 04:17 AM

Good purchase.

You should enjoy the car, I'm wondering if i want to by another SN95 Mustang. The 94-95 Cobras are solid.

03-16-2002, 09:01 PM	#1
RAINSTANG Registered Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Portland, OR, USA Posts: 98	Opinions - 95 Cobra I have an opportunity to buy a 1995 Cobra for $7900.00 and I would like some feedback from anyone that owns one or knows this car. What was the factory HP rating? How do they handle? etc.. It has 70K on the clock, red w/black leather,rock stock, real clean and, to the best of my knowledge, never been wrecked. Honestly I'm not a big SN95 fan (no offense, just a true blue Fox body guy) but it seems to be a sweet ride for a good price. My idea is to buy it, slap it with 8-10 lbs. boost and drive it. Whadya think? __________________ 92GT,K&N, air silencer removed, MAC equal length shorty headers,9mm FMS wires, 2 chamber Flowmasters, Hurst Billet Plus,King Cobra clutch,FMS aluminum drive shaft,FMS 3:55's, KYB struts, shocks & quads.

03-19-2002, 01:06 AM	#5
95mustanggt Registered Member Join Date: May 2000 Location: Kamloops, BC Posts: 2,875	I say go for it. I'd LOVE to get my hands on a nice one. They will become a collector car. I'd grab it if it is in such nice condition! __________________ 1995 Mustang GT 20016 F150 Lariat Super Crew

03-19-2002, 01:14 AM	#6
Topless In Texas Not broken anymore! Join Date: May 2001 Location: La Porte, TEXASS :) Posts: 1,963	GO FOR IT! My friend has a '94 Cobra coupe....hes done alot of mods to it. He's very happy with it...its a beautiful car, and it can run!!!! Like Unit said, with some mods, it can be a great car....Sounds like a good price too!!!!! Let us know what you decide!!!! Ya, I was the same about liking the Fox Bodys for a long time since I have a SN95, but they really grew on me....I'm sure this one could grow on you too!!!!!! Good luck! Topless __________________ R.I.P. my Kinde..Jan. 19,1992-Aug. 22, 2003. Shes Cruisin' doggie heaven in a Blown Verte or a GTO!!! 2005 ROUSH GT Verte SuperStallions of the Net Feature, May 2002 RICE HATERS CLUB MEMBER #38!! O.B.C #5..thank you!! I feel so priveledged!! BONE STOCK~ Hell, its a ROUSH!

03-19-2002, 04:17 AM	#7
SMOKE Old School ROUSH Join Date: Nov 1999 Location: Stockbridge, GA Posts: 531	Another vote - Go for it!!! Good purchase. You should enjoy the car, I'm wondering if i want to by another SN95 Mustang. The 94-95 Cobras are solid.

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03-16-2002, 11:09 PM	#2
StoplightWarrior Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Nor-Cal Posts: 1,311	If you don't buy it, let me know, cause I'm looking for one. Seriously, let me know.

03-16-2002, 11:59 PM	#3
Unit 5302 Registered Member Join Date: May 1999 Posts: 5,246	240hp The 95 Cobra has major enhancements over the GT. Upgraded brakes, GT40 iron heads, Cobra intake, 1.7:1 roller rockers, crank pulley, 24lb/hr injectors, 70mm MAF, upgraded T-5, and 3.27:1 rear gears to name a few. The cam in the car is not very aggressive, the computer stinks, and the MAF isn't the best. Upgrading those items and adding a full exhaust will net you impressive performance increases. Expect hp levels to jump to around 320hp with those mods. Skip the cam and you should still see over 300. It was underrated by Ford in the first place as the cars make closer to 260hp. The 1995 Cobra will be a serious collector. The last of the pushrod Cobra's, and the last of the 5.0's.

03-17-2002, 12:06 AM	#4
Jeb_Bush_2000 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Taxachusetts Posts: 374	My dad has one, and I'm not thrilled with it. It's heavy and it feels very solid, but it just doesn't haul the mail like a Fox body. Admittedly, it's a ragtop, so it's very heavy, and probably the slowest SN95 Cobra. However, the power comes on nice and smooth, and it shifts very well, and the brakes are excellent. I've never ridden in a Cobra coupe, but I imagine it's similar but faster.