1999 Cobra

[stanger_missle]

I had a '99 Cobra about 4 years ago... I went from a '99 GT to it, so it was a step up. Mine was a vert (don't do it!). It had the "fix". It was a decent car, but unfortunately it was owned by 2 different kids before I got my hands on it. To say it was beat is an understatement :sad5:

Some things to consider:
1. Cost of parts. See that snake? Just add a 10-25% cost premium. Engine parts? Hope you don't like your first born very much.
2. Wheel hop. Terrible terrible terrible. I broke the differential twice due to wheel hop. Be prepared to spend money to reduce it.
3. 99-01 IRS not nearly as strong as 03-04. Ford learned from the 99-01 and improved it for 03-04.
4. 32v 4.6L. What a PITA to work on. Complicated timing setup. Weak oil pump rotors (they don't like 7k RPMS very much).

But all things considered, it was a very fun car. Handled great and was pretty quick. If I ever have the chance to get another Cobra though, I'd definitely hold out for a Termi...

 

[MustangChris]

'99 is the one year Cobra I wouldn't buy.

me too.

theres a reason they stopped making them in 00... and the reason is the 99 cobra. ahah



if you want it as a track car, i say no.
if you want it as a cruiser, i say yes.

 

[OnyxCobra]

I heard the '01 Cobra at least got 31 spline axles. Aside from the problems I just don't like how the '99 is so plain compared to the '01, has the regular rear bumper, doesn't have the special Cobra seats, etc.