Hey everyone hows it going? Well I'm new to this forum (obviously) and need a bit of advice and help. I currently own a BMW 335i and am being forced to sell it due to an unforeseen financial hit. (I know I own a evil foreign car) But it is a sleek looking, comfortable DD with a kick in the pants when you want it. (Ran 1.895 60', 12.78 @ 106 on Runflats, 97 octane and loss of boost going into 4th gear)
A bit about me, I am in the Marine Corps stationed at Quantico, VA. I pretty much only drive on the weekends for pleasure and a couple errands. I'm selling my car to get a cheaper monthly payment so I can save a bit more money than I am currently able to. I'm looking to get a upper teens low 20k Cobra. I would prefer a low mileage car to minimize the a** whooping put on them by the 'typical' Cobra driver.:rockon:
I talked to a buddy of mine who used to own a KB Cobra and is looking to get another Cobra as to what I should look for. He said to check the rear diff for fluid leak and to see if a brace has been installed, pulley cover for 'stock' cars, clutch pedal for stiffness, and for a clunk putting the car into first and second. So far the only car Ive looked at is a 03 at Performance Auto Sport in Richmond that was tucked into the shop's garage. Being that it was tucked so tightly I couldn't get much more than a look at the engine and interior. The car has ~23k miles on it with a brand new engine. Apparently the owner got a bad tune and blew the original engine. The new engine has less than 100 miles on it. The body (from what I could see) was in great shape along with the interior. They are asking $24k for it. Provided the car is in good shape other than the bad original tune, is that a good deal? Also the gentleman who owned the shop suggested getting an unmodded Cobra and going from there, while my friend suggested getting a modded Cobra so someone else can take the monetary hit. Which would you recommend? Also are there any other reputable dealers in the area (I'm limited to 300 miles from base)?
Thank you for taking the time to read my long-winded post and I would greatly appreciate any help you all can offer.
Very Respectfully,
Anthony
PS- My friend recommended this site.
A bit about me, I am in the Marine Corps stationed at Quantico, VA. I pretty much only drive on the weekends for pleasure and a couple errands. I'm selling my car to get a cheaper monthly payment so I can save a bit more money than I am currently able to. I'm looking to get a upper teens low 20k Cobra. I would prefer a low mileage car to minimize the a** whooping put on them by the 'typical' Cobra driver.:rockon:
I talked to a buddy of mine who used to own a KB Cobra and is looking to get another Cobra as to what I should look for. He said to check the rear diff for fluid leak and to see if a brace has been installed, pulley cover for 'stock' cars, clutch pedal for stiffness, and for a clunk putting the car into first and second. So far the only car Ive looked at is a 03 at Performance Auto Sport in Richmond that was tucked into the shop's garage. Being that it was tucked so tightly I couldn't get much more than a look at the engine and interior. The car has ~23k miles on it with a brand new engine. Apparently the owner got a bad tune and blew the original engine. The new engine has less than 100 miles on it. The body (from what I could see) was in great shape along with the interior. They are asking $24k for it. Provided the car is in good shape other than the bad original tune, is that a good deal? Also the gentleman who owned the shop suggested getting an unmodded Cobra and going from there, while my friend suggested getting a modded Cobra so someone else can take the monetary hit. Which would you recommend? Also are there any other reputable dealers in the area (I'm limited to 300 miles from base)?
Thank you for taking the time to read my long-winded post and I would greatly appreciate any help you all can offer.
Very Respectfully,
Anthony
PS- My friend recommended this site.
