Looking to buy 99 Cobra, a Few Questions

Yes, the 99 models were the ones that suffered from the horsepower fiasco. The vast majority of them did indeed receive the "FIX" via a Ford dealership - you can verify this for yourself by running the VIN# by the folks at SVT if you call 1-800-FORD-SVT. A "fixed" 99 is just as healthy as an '01 Cobra though, don't let that deter you from making the decision to purchase a '99 if it checks out OK.

It might be a good idea to run a CAR FAX on this vehicle as well (auctions can be sorta shady, that could reveal potential problems as to why it is priced low - ie, salvage/repaired wreck, theft recovery, flood, etc).

Here's an excellent site that "TXsnakecharmer" has on his '99 cobra, lots of 99-specific information on it, worth bookmarking/checking out.

http://www.shane.roberts.net/cobra.htm

*specifically the section regarding the horsepower fix: http://www.shane.roberts.net/techman1.htm

For production numbers, you can check out the following URL to view 1999 cobra (coupe/vert/trim/color/etc) model info:

http://www.yellowmustangregistry.com/Production99Cobra.html

I got my 99 with 34k miles one it in June, hard top, for 14,500, it need a little bit of body work, but was very clean inside and out.

Look it over really good. Personally, I wouldn't buy it if I couldn't drive it (most auctions that i know of won't give a test drive) but that's up to you. The price is not low....it's just right...for the mileage and assuming it is in EXCELLENT condition. COBRA90GT has given you some very useful info and be sure to check out TXSNAKECHARMER's website. It's well put together and very helpful. These cars are awesome. Let us know the outcome. Ray