I miss my Z :(

BERTO · 07-19-2009, 03:45 AM

I got rid of my 06 base Z for a car that I've always wanted. I still don't know if I made the right move here. The Z was ok on gas, but lacked the space I wanted/needed. I had a few things done to it (mods in sig) and I loved it. I just wanted more space and more power.

I went from this: 259rwhp/235rwtq

2003 Ford Mustang Cobra 10th Anniversary Vert. ( 1 of 384 )
Mods: K&N FIPK, Borla Catback, Tune 430rwhp/400rwtq

I think if money permits, I'm gonna pick up an 07 or 08 Z as my daily. If not, this car will be paid off in a 3 years and maybe I'll get a 370z??

Sixth_Vang · 07-19-2009, 04:21 AM

cobra.....yum.

KingBaby · 07-19-2009, 05:04 AM

I would miss my Z too...

Konad · 07-19-2009, 07:04 AM

Hmm I think you made the right choice, but I have a Z I'll trade you if you want :P

Pun1sh3RZ · 07-19-2009, 07:09 AM

upgrade the pulley on the cobra

Spork · 07-19-2009, 07:12 AM

Nice Cobra!

Personally not a fan of verts though.

BERTO · 07-19-2009, 11:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Low J.

+1.......while I hate Rustangs I have to admit they (cobras) perform well.....but surely isn't as sexy and all around as fun to drive as a Z

I agree 100%

Quote:

Originally Posted by Konad

Hmm I think you made the right choice, but I have a Z I'll trade you if you want :P

Nah, I'll take your integra tho

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pun1sh3RZ

upgrade the pulley on the cobra

If I do, I'm going to port the Eaton, 2.93 upper pulley, 4lb lower pulley, twin ford gt pumps, FPDM, MAFia, and tires to hold the power. That would put me well over 500RWHP/RWTQ.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spork

Nice Cobra!

Personally not a fan of verts though.

Thanks. Also, a vert was NOT my first choice. I had been looking for a decent Cobra, with low miles, and in my price range (under 22k). But could never find the right one. I bought this car from a friend and knew the complete history of it. My friend lost his job 7 months ago and had to shell out $700 a month for it. So, I figured I'd help a friend out and take it off his hands. I got it for 19K. If this car weren't the Anniversary edition, i would have passed cause I'm really not a vert guy.

BERTO · 07-19-2009, 11:46 AM

What I miss most about the Z was how nimble it was. To this day I have never driven a car that handled so well and had NO body roll.

gatti-man · 07-19-2009, 11:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BERTO

What I miss most about the Z was how nimble it was. To this day I have never driven a car that handled so well and had NO body roll.

You need to find an ace alignment shop and get some coilovers and stiffer sways. A cobra can be made to handle just as nice as a Z. I would say 5k gets it done. Do it, your car is a growingly rare powerhouse.

Oh crap I just noticed you have a vert. Why, if handling is a concern, would you buy a vert? Sell the vert, get a coupe then do what i said.

BERTO · 07-19-2009, 03:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gatti-man

You need to find an ace alignment shop and get some coilovers and stiffer sways. A cobra can be made to handle just as nice as a Z. I would say 5k gets it done. Do it, your car is a growingly rare powerhouse.

Oh crap I just noticed you have a vert. Why, if handling is a concern, would you buy a vert? Sell the vert, get a coupe then do what i said.

I know I know....the vert thing.

I didn't buy the Cobra for its cornering or handling abilities but more for it's straight line performance.

failsafe306 · 07-19-2009, 03:05 PM

I sold my 03 Z two years ago, and just picked up an 08. I missed it too bad.

Goin' Sidewayz! · 07-19-2009, 04:41 PM

Absolutely despise Rustangs, however I have mad respect for the Terminator Cobras.

Zolid · 07-19-2009, 04:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BERTO

I know I know....the vert thing.

I didn't buy the Cobra for its cornering or handling abilities but more for it's straight line performance.

wheres the fun in that?

BERTO · 07-19-2009, 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Zolid

wheres the fun in that?

I've never got into road racing or time attack. Plus, here in Las Vegas there aren't many events that i know of.

I like drag racing. Why be grounded all the time when I can fly?

Someguy350 · 07-19-2009, 05:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zolid

wheres the fun in that?

wheres the fun in owning a car that is only fun in the twisties. when 95% of the roads you will ever get to drive on, are mostly straightlines??

this is the main reason i got rid of my Z. it was more of a PITA around town, and for general driving. and i would rather drive the 540hp V8 i have, for virtually any driving situation ive been in, aside from autox or drifting. plus the V8 car is way more comfortable than the Z was. so even when i go through the twisties in the mountains, id rather be comfortable, and have the passing torque of my V8.

personally i think the OP made a good choice. the Z is a purpose built car for the track. it can be a lot of fun in the right situations. but how often do those situations ever arise in your life, unless you live next door to a race track??

Konad · 07-19-2009, 07:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BERTO

I agree 100%

Nah, I'll take your integra tho

If I do, I'm going to port the Eaton, 2.93 upper pulley, 4lb lower pulley, twin ford gt pumps, FPDM, MAFia, and tires to hold the power. That would put me well over 500RWHP/RWTQ.

Thanks. Also, a vert was NOT my first choice. I had been looking for a decent Cobra, with low miles, and in my price range (under 22k). But could never find the right one. I bought this car from a friend and knew the complete history of it. My friend lost his job 7 months ago and had to shell out $700 a month for it. So, I figured I'd help a friend out and take it off his hands. I got it for 19K. If this car weren't the Anniversary edition, i would have passed cause I'm really not a vert guy.

If your serious, I'll meet you halfway

I'm sure your not but heres the car and mod list.

http://my350z.com/forum/other-vehicl...the-older.html

solidsnake · 07-19-2009, 07:35 PM

I haz a soft spot for that model Cocbra, it screams for attention. Not so much the vert, but still a nice machine. Congrats

BallZdeepNYC · 07-19-2009, 07:43 PM

I love Cobras hate rustangs...Nice car and good luck. Im sure you miss the Z but Cobra is not a bad replacement lots of power already and a crapload of cheap upgrades...Its nice I have always wanted the Cobra but I need AWD on next car. Enjoy the beast.

BERTO · 07-19-2009, 07:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Konad

If your serious, I'll meet you halfway

I'm sure your not but heres the car and mod list.

http://my350z.com/forum/other-vehicl...the-older.html

In no way, shape, or form am I much of a Honda fan..but THAT car is ****ing SICK!!

BERTO · 07-19-2009, 07:46 PM

Maybe I'll have to get some side profile pics with the top down. You guys might reconsider the vert thing...

07-19-2009, 03:45 AM	#1
BERTO Premier Ninja Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 480 iTrader: (4)	I miss my Z :( I got rid of my 06 base Z for a car that I've always wanted. I still don't know if I made the right move here. The Z was ok on gas, but lacked the space I wanted/needed. I had a few things done to it (mods in sig) and I loved it. I just wanted more space and more power. I went from this: 259rwhp/235rwtq 2003 Ford Mustang Cobra 10th Anniversary Vert. ( 1 of 384 ) Mods: K&N FIPK, Borla Catback, Tune 430rwhp/400rwtq I think if money permits, I'm gonna pick up an 07 or 08 Z as my daily. If not, this car will be paid off in a 3 years and maybe I'll get a 370z?? __________________ 2006 Base: SOLD 2003 Ford Mustang Cobra Vert. 10th Anniv. 1 of 384 Black Verts.

07-19-2009, 07:04 AM	#4
Konad Regular Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Portland Oregon Posts: 360 iTrader: (2)	Hmm I think you made the right choice, but I have a Z I'll trade you if you want :P __________________ 1999 SSBP GSR Integra - 410 hp - Peakboost 30r - 9.1 low compression - Skunk 2 internals - JDM front end - Volk TE37 - Hoosier tires.

07-19-2009, 07:09 AM	#5
Pun1sh3RZ Show and Go Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Maryland Posts: 4,099 iTrader: (59)	upgrade the pulley on the cobra __________________ 560whp/590wtq-AAM Built & Tuned SOLD

07-19-2009, 07:12 AM	#6
Spork No more Z 2003 Nissan 350Z Join Date: May 2007 Location: Kadena AB, Japan Posts: 24,222 iTrader: (5)	Nice Cobra! Personally not a fan of verts though. __________________ 1998 Nissan Skyline GTS-T •̪̀●́

07-19-2009, 11:46 AM	#8
BERTO Premier Ninja Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 480 iTrader: (4)	What I miss most about the Z was how nimble it was. To this day I have never driven a car that handled so well and had NO body roll. __________________ 2006 Base: SOLD 2003 Ford Mustang Cobra Vert. 10th Anniv. 1 of 384 Black Verts.

07-19-2009, 04:21 AM	#2
Sixth_Vang Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Atlanta, Georgia Posts: 364 iTrader: (9)	cobra.....yum.

07-19-2009, 03:05 PM	#11
failsafe306 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: tulsa oklahoma Posts: 7,066 iTrader: (38)	I sold my 03 Z two years ago, and just picked up an 08. I missed it too bad. __________________ 2008 Nogaro Red

07-19-2009, 04:41 PM	#12
Goin' Sidewayz! Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Earth Posts: 1,524 iTrader: (0)	Absolutely despise Rustangs, however I have mad respect for the Terminator Cobras. __________________ *Note: I am not a Star Wars f4g Let this be our final battle

07-19-2009, 07:35 PM	#17
solidsnake Registered User Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 10,585 iTrader: (14)	I haz a soft spot for that model Cocbra, it screams for attention. Not so much the vert, but still a nice machine. Congrats __________________ Team DNF !!!Goodbye Turbonetics!!! What will the future hold? NA powa for now... Nismo/Motordyne/Hotchkis/JWT/Berk/Enkei/Toyo... More to come soon... Xbox live GT: turboz33

07-19-2009, 07:43 PM	#18
BallZdeepNYC Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: NYC Posts: 915 iTrader: (2)	I love Cobras hate rustangs...Nice car and good luck. Im sure you miss the Z but Cobra is not a bad replacement lots of power already and a crapload of cheap upgrades...Its nice I have always wanted the Cobra but I need AWD on next car. Enjoy the beast.

07-19-2009, 07:46 PM	#20
BERTO Premier Ninja Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 480 iTrader: (4)	Maybe I'll have to get some side profile pics with the top down. You guys might reconsider the vert thing... __________________ 2006 Base: SOLD 2003 Ford Mustang Cobra Vert. 10th Anniv. 1 of 384 Black Verts.

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