Hey all, some of you may know me from the road kill section. Some of you obviously will not know me. Just some quick facts: I've got an undying love for all things American and muscle cars are no exception. I also have a love for various imports: Japanese, European, and even Australian! As of right now my daily driver is a base (literally 0 features for lightest weight) 370z. Nothing against Nissan, it has its problems, and it's torqueless but it handles great and has an amazing sporty feel to it.
However, the lack of backseats can get annoying. While I've never had a single issue with room (hatch space is huge in this car), I know I'm going to need backseats eventually. My gas mileage is alright and I know a Terminator won't ever get as good gas mileage as the Z.
On the contrary, I've gotten the itch again and have been looking for Cobras in places near me. I've found the mother lode of Cobra's (this place has ~28 cobras from over the years!) but I've also found a few 'verts near me. Now I have yet to test drive one and the one I'll be testing tomorrow is a 'vert. Just curious to hear about what some pro's vs con's that I may not have thought of in terms of comparing the two styles. And I mean ones that are strictly applicable to the Cobra, not just generic advice on whether or not a coupe or vert is better as a daily driver (I already know the answer to that one lol).
Now I've tried to research as much as possible in terms of what to look for and check, etc. However, I'd love to hear some input from you all about what I should check specifically in the convertible and also thoughts/opinions on daily driving a 'vert/coupe terminator.
Summarized use of the vehicle: daily driving, travel, drag strip, road race.
Thanks.
However, the lack of backseats can get annoying. While I've never had a single issue with room (hatch space is huge in this car), I know I'm going to need backseats eventually. My gas mileage is alright and I know a Terminator won't ever get as good gas mileage as the Z.
On the contrary, I've gotten the itch again and have been looking for Cobras in places near me. I've found the mother lode of Cobra's (this place has ~28 cobras from over the years!) but I've also found a few 'verts near me. Now I have yet to test drive one and the one I'll be testing tomorrow is a 'vert. Just curious to hear about what some pro's vs con's that I may not have thought of in terms of comparing the two styles. And I mean ones that are strictly applicable to the Cobra, not just generic advice on whether or not a coupe or vert is better as a daily driver (I already know the answer to that one lol).
Now I've tried to research as much as possible in terms of what to look for and check, etc. However, I'd love to hear some input from you all about what I should check specifically in the convertible and also thoughts/opinions on daily driving a 'vert/coupe terminator.
Summarized use of the vehicle: daily driving, travel, drag strip, road race.
Thanks.
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. If you are going to get a vert and put any power into make sure you add a hefty set of sub frame connectors. Also make sure you examine the vert top closely, they tend to break down where they fold up, check for any frays, tears, etc. Unless its a brand new top you will see the areas I'm describing. I dont really care about the 150+ lbs of extra weight cause its not a drag car. I use a custom fit cover everynight and most of the day, i dont give leaks a chance to start. Hope this helps. :beer:
