I'd stay away from the first model year after a design change. Found that out the hard way with my cooling system. Just my $.02

I'd go with a '00 or '01.
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96 Crystal White Cobra Coupe
4:10 gears, off-road h-pipe, 2 chamber flowmasters, K&N, pulleys, FMS springs, polyurethane bushing, Steeda Caster/Camber plates