offroadr35

Many of you know that i have been eagerly awaiting my Elise for a while. However, i've always had a special place in my heart for Shelby Cobras. I actually was very close to buying a Superformance Cobra recently but didn't pull the trigger.

Anyway, this car came up for sale and i really want it. Would you rather have this or an Elise? The car will be used for general fun cruising, canyon slamming, and track days. I will be living in So Cal. I also have worked on Ford's for my whole life so tinkering on the daytona will not be a problem and would actually be fun.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAP...item=2446547506

dave22

[QUOTE]Originally posted by offroadr35
Would you rather have this or an Elise?

WestSideBilly

The F5 has a:
Seems like a winner to me!

Seriously, if you could get the F5 for around $30-35k, I'd go that route...

offroadr35

money is not really an issue here. The Daytona will actually be a little more expensive. Here's what i like about each.

FFR Daytona:
sexy as hell
very rare and unique
super fast
Ford parts that i am familiar with (ease of maintenance and low cost replacements)
Super raw, basically a race car
Much better power to weight ratio (300rwhp and 2300lbs)

Elise:
lightning quick handling
new car with new parts and warranty
open top for nice sunny so cal days

WestSideBilly

Do you still have an S? Or would the elise be your only 'vert?

offroadr35

one of these will replace the S. It will be one of these and some sort of other practical car/truck

WestSideBilly

Bummer... Guess I'd have to side with the Elise for its toplessness.

wing

If it was elenor I'd say take it, but I'd take the Elise in this case.

offroadr35

we actually owned a GT500. I would much rather have the Daytona Coupe.

tidalwdave

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