help me decide cobra or GT

[NO SLO PK]

Originally posted by blue00gt
NO SLO PK - Try getting an '03 Cobra for MSRP around here. They are $42K and not negotiable at my local SVT dealerships. Also, my car is 700lb lighter, already handles better than a new Cobra, and should be quicker than one with what I'm planning to install. So for me it's not the same price as an '03 to build my GT the way I want it; it's about $10K less. I won't even go into the fact that I would have to get financing for quite a bit of the cost of an '03 Cobra.

Actually, you can get an '03 Cobra at MSRP...two of my friends have, and I am also. Like I said, it does require legwork. I'm sorry to hear the dealers in your area are soaking their customers...if you or anyone else wants a Cobra at MSRP (or very close to), then send me a PM and I'd be happy to tell you where and make the referral...

I see similar arguments on the Lightning board: Why should you buy a new Lightning when you can throw a blower on a stock F-150 and save money. The argument for building up a GT vs. buying a new Cobra is really similar, and can go on forever. Basicly, I think it comes down to personal preference as to where and how you want to spend your money.

I'm glad you're satisfied with your GT. It sounds like a nice ride. What did you do to get it to weigh only 2900 lbs.?

Russ