• Mustang Forums
  • 1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk-
  • SVT Tech Forum

leaning towards 99 COBRA!?

  • Thread starter Thread starter SPEEDYLIFSAVR
  • Start date Start date Dec 16, 2003

SPEEDYLIFSAVR

Founding Member
Sep 18, 2000
666
0
16
FL,89 LX 5.0
Dec 16, 2003
#1
  • Dec 16, 2003
  • #1
OK , I love my stang . I have so much time and effort in that car .....But it just sits in my carport with a cover on it . its not a daily driver and not condusive to my family life and job . I have a Bronco I drive daily . The stang only comes out on weekends if that . Its to the point now I just dont have the time to mod it or tinker with it . I dont get to enjoy it like I used to . I really miss driving a mustang . I love my truck but its a gas sucking tank . I've been leaning towards selling them both and getting a new stang . Something newer and more reliable thats bad ass off the lot . I've been considering a 99 COBRA . I love the way they look , 320 HP and fully independant rear suspension really appeal to me . The price is right also , around $16000 . What do you guys think ? I have heard several things about them like factory recalls and inflated HP numbers and them not living up to their listed potential . I guess it will make the test drive all that more important .
 
R

rays1999cobra

Founding Member
Oct 2, 2002
129
0
0
Irving, TX
Dec 16, 2003
#2
  • Dec 16, 2003
  • #2
Although my opinion may seem biased because I have a '99 Cobra, I love these cars. Yes, SOME were low on horsepower from the factory but virtually all of them has had "the fix", so that shouldn't even be a concern anymore. If you're unsure, call 1-800-FORDSVT. The test drive will be important, no matter what vehicle you decide to purchase. What I love most about this particular year car is they don't get much respect because of the bad press, but the look on people's faces when you smoke them with your *defective '99* is priceless. Another plus for you is that you can find '99s cheap compared to some '01s because of that bad press, yet you're getting basically the same car. So, I say go for it. I love mine and will keep it forever. My $.02
 
C

CatlessWonder

New Member
Dec 8, 2003
4
0
0
Georgia
Dec 16, 2003
#3
  • Dec 16, 2003
  • #3
My only gripe is that mine has the dang vibe and sometimes it can get really annoying, I have seriously considered going solid axle to combat the vibe and to get better launches, but if you can put up with teh vibe its a good car. I only have 15,000 miles on my 99 and its daily driven a mile to work and a mile back home every day.
 

99CobraJMS

Founding Member
Sep 10, 2001
1,545
0
36
Austin
Dec 16, 2003
#4
  • Dec 16, 2003
  • #4
I have a lot of $$s invested in my 99. I made the decision a while back to MOD my 99 "big time" vs buy a new 2003. I have not been disappointed with that decision. She is now a beast. The stock 99 is a solid base to build from.

Like brother speedy says, call the SVT number and see what has been done. I also think most 99s have done the performance "fix".

All really depends on how well the previous owner has treated her, so check her out carefully.


John
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Similar threads

Fox Xtremely high fuel consumption
  • PonyGTrider
  • Apr 11, 2026
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
  • 9 10 11
Replies
213
Views
3K
1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk- May 9, 2026
PonyGTrider
New gal in San Diego
  • Mustang Momma
  • Feb 11, 2026
  • The Welcome Wagon
Replies
3
Views
179
The Welcome Wagon Feb 11, 2026
Mcmahst
J
'96 Cobra: A/C gets weak and engine misfires under load when warm
  • jruhnke
  • Oct 22, 2025
  • SVT Tech Forum
Replies
2
Views
301
SVT Tech Forum Nov 20, 2025
nickyb
Progress Thread Progress Thread- From6to8's 95 GT/Saleen Supercharged 331 install
  • from6to8
  • Mar 22, 2026
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
  • 2
Replies
24
Views
798
1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk- May 6, 2026
from6to8
J
Help Figuring Motor Choice(Possible future turbo)?
  • jaygee15
  • Dec 14, 2025
  • 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-
Replies
13
Views
578
1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk- Jan 3, 2026
Jarhead67
J
Share:
Bluesky Email Share Link
  • Mustang Forums
  • 1996 - 2004 SN95 Mustang -General/Talk-
  • SVT Tech Forum
Menu
Log in

Register

  • Forums
  • What's new
  • Media
  • Resources
  • Contact
  • Sponsor
X

Privacy & Transparency

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Personalized ads and content
  • Content measurement and audience insights

Do you accept cookies and these technologies?

X

Privacy & Transparency

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

  • Personalized ads and content
  • Content measurement and audience insights

Do you accept cookies and these technologies?