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Old Feb 2, 2013 | 06:33 AM
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http://www.furrautosales.net/2004_Fo..._174769048.veh

2004 Cobra 92,500 miles...

Current ride: 2010 Mustang GT (Black on Black)

For starters, its a COBRA, then theres the fact my payments would be lower, and i've heard these engines are near bullet proof?

Need a Cobra expert to give me the low down on if this car will be worth it.
Old Feb 2, 2013 | 06:36 AM
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More or less, the stock 4.6L on my 2010 isn't cutting it.. (serious need for speed)...

Thinking the stock ~400 HP/TQ would get me rollin', and i've been hearing its EASY/semi-cheap to push 500-550 RWHP with just a tune, and pullies. Correct me if i've been misinformed
Old Feb 2, 2013 | 07:15 AM
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I wouldn't do it. They are asking 16,900 and there are newer 2005-2008 mustangs in my area supercharged for that price. The newer ones would probably retain value a little better too.
Old Feb 2, 2013 | 07:48 AM
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I personally believe that a 03/04 Cobra will always hold its valve MUCH better then a 2005-10 Mustang GT!!

With a 04 Cobra & 92k miles, I'm thinking $15k-16K tops depending on the condition...its at a dealer, so they ALWAYS want top $$$$

Good luck .... I would look into it!

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Old Feb 2, 2013 | 12:02 PM
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They are getting harder to find.
Old Feb 2, 2013 | 09:10 PM
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I would check it out..The terminators hold their value better than GT's and I think they're more rare too.Also easier to get 500 hp out of.
Old Feb 2, 2013 | 09:42 PM
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They are outdated, I would just supercharge your GT.
Old Feb 3, 2013 | 07:16 AM
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I bought a Cobra last summer, and really like it. The engines are fairly bullet proof: all forged internals and a cast iron block. You can add 100hp with only a pulley, intake, and tune. The IRS gives a better ride. Plenty of dedicated parts suppliers to play with the suspension, if you're so inclined (I was). They will definitely hold their value much better. You can find them with lower mileage if you take your time looking.
Old Feb 3, 2013 | 10:43 AM
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Originally Posted by 1slow67
They are outdated, I would just supercharge your GT.
The 03-04 Cobras will never be out dated, just harder to get your hands on.
Old Feb 3, 2013 | 11:36 AM
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^^^LOL Frosty...well said!!



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