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Old Feb 15, 2011 | 08:12 AM
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Originally Posted by 1WLD BRD
No it isnt a "cobra", it is just a basic GT with a dealer installed "gt cobra" decal.... nothing special. Nice ride though.
Is it worth 13 GRAND RJ ?
Old Feb 15, 2011 | 08:15 AM
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not to me it isnt.... if it was a cobra, it might demand that price.... more like a $7500-$6500 car if you ask me.
Old Feb 15, 2011 | 08:21 AM
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Originally Posted by 1WLD BRD
not to me it isnt.... if it was a cobra, it might demand that price.... more like a $7500-$6500 car if you ask me.

I agree, especially with Fox prices being depressed lately, LOTS of good deals out there. This car could be a good candidate for the "What's it Worth" thread.
Old Feb 15, 2011 | 09:57 AM
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I have the original Ford window sticker for my 89 GT and it says Cobra on it.

In those years only the Canadian GT's were considered by Ford to be Cobra's.

That looks like a really nice GT. I would want a list of the motor specs and a close inspection of the paint. I would also want to carefully inspect for the body being twisted because of the lack of rigidity from the T tops.

Whether it is worth $13k is up to you. If it is a great quality car you could not build it for that money.

A good quality engine is worth ~$6k
plus ~$4k for a good paint job
plus ~$1.5k for wheels and tires
plus all the other things

It quickly adds up.
Old Feb 15, 2011 | 10:08 AM
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Originally Posted by 1WLD BRD
No it isnt a "cobra", it is just a basic GT with a dealer installed "gt cobra" decal.... nothing special. Nice ride though.
Sorry, my mistake, I thought you said it was Cobra. Must be the rum in my coffee I don't think I would personally pay that much for that old of a car. $13,000 here would get you an '04 gt for sure, and I have seen a couple '05 gt's in Edm in that same price range. Guess it all depends on what your looking for.
Old Feb 15, 2011 | 10:26 AM
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Originally Posted by pprince
I have the original Ford window sticker for my 89 GT and it says Cobra on it.

In those years only the Canadian GT's were considered by Ford to be Cobra's.

That looks like a really nice GT. I would want a list of the motor specs and a close inspection of the paint. I would also want to carefully inspect for the body being twisted because of the lack of rigidity from the T tops.

Whether it is worth $13k is up to you. If it is a great quality car you could not build it for that money.

A good quality engine is worth ~$6k
plus ~$4k for a good paint job
plus ~$1.5k for wheels and tires
plus all the other things

It quickly adds up.
Just because you spent that much, doesnt make the car worth it.... This guy fell into that trap, dump a bunch of money on it ( though I have no idea where, as the motor basically looks stock not even a fricking cobra intake!! it even has stock headers that have been painted white... WTF?!?!) now wants to get it back...
Old Feb 15, 2011 | 10:46 AM
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I don't know anything about this car. I don't know the mileage, condition of the engine, mechanicals, brake upgrades, transmission, paint or interior. I don't know if the car gives the OP wet dreams. The owner could have $2k into it or $20k and without an in person inspection everything about value is speculation.

On another forum there were guys adamant that a 1970 Boss 429 project was not worth even $5k. Every one has opinions but value is set by the person who pays the money.
Old Feb 15, 2011 | 10:55 AM
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From the look of it, it's clean and well kept. I would definately take it to a shop like Da Silva, to inspect it and put it on the dyno to see what the "306" is putting down before I drop 12 or 13 grand. Pull up the carpet on the drivers floor and look under the cowl into the firewall or look from the inner wheel fenders.

If I had to make a decision curb side from the looks, I would pay 8500 no problem since it's a T-top car with AC, pw, etc.
Old Feb 15, 2011 | 03:27 PM
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I would be willing to part with $$$$$$ for a low mileage ie 88 with 30,000 k's as an example everyday of the week. With the non stock motor not so much. good luck
Old Feb 15, 2011 | 05:09 PM
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Well,

As pretty as it looks...I agree you need to get the car checked out..I paid 13 for my 04 and I went over it with a fine toothed comb...at minimum I'd take it to a local Ford Dealer if you don't have a mechanic you trust


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