Just Purchased Have Questions

TCS · 05-01-2005, 04:55 PM

I just purchased a 1998 Ford Mustang Signature Series Cobra and am looking for specs on it. Also the dealer told me it was 1 of 500 made and was wondering if anyone knows where this is marked at if at all. I can post pics of the engine and car if it will help.

Thanks,

**cobrabitn** · 05-01-2005, 09:15 PM

What's a signature series Cobra??

TCS · 05-02-2005, 02:49 AM

I think all cobra's are signature serise. I talked with one of my friends who had owned one and he said it is the svt singature on the engine. I looked up the color and interior of my car and there were 551 of the same paint and internor color. I also found out I can call 1-800-FORD-SVT and get a certiifcate if I fax my registration to them that shows the production number.

TCS · 05-02-2005, 02:54 AM

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Originally Posted by cobrabitn

What's a signature series Cobra??

Or it is something the dealer told me to try and sell me the car for more.

Stavesacre21 · 05-02-2005, 04:39 AM

well, cobra's are made in limited # production, so maybe that's just a special term they used to make is sound more special?

If you wanna find out your specific make # of your car, call the SVT and they can send you a very nice certificate

**cobrabitn** · 05-02-2005, 06:08 PM

Okay, now I see. Yes all of the mod motor Cobras are signed by the builders of that particular engine. You will have to give Ford SVT your VIN number in order to obtain your "Certificate of Authenticity".

You can also go to the Ford SVT archives to retrieve more information about your particular year and color.

Congrats on your new purchase!

TCS · 05-03-2005, 12:57 AM

Thanks to all for all of your help. I have another question. My Cobra has a flowmaster exstyst system. Is this standard, a option or was it aftermarket?
Also if it was additional can I find how much HP it added?

Thanks Again,
Tom

Stavesacre21 · 05-03-2005, 07:14 AM

i'm almost positive that flowmaster is an aftermarket, and more then likely, gains from an exhaust arn't gonna be extensive.

Exhaust alone, i'd assume that you're looking at no more then 4-8 HP tops.

However, HP always varies, as everyone knows....the only way to really find out would obviously be to do a dyno.

Most 96-98s are supposedly pushin around mid-to-high 260s RWHP stock. However, due to variances in milage and age, its no surprise to see mid-to-high 250s for other 96s. That should at least give you a mark to start from.

ausie · 05-04-2005, 07:28 PM

Congrats on getting a Cobra. As for parts on the car, if it does not have a ford sticker and part number on it, aftermarket is your best bet. That does not make it bad either. There are thousands of aftermarket parts out there and some exceed in quality of what is factory and some are sub par. At least you can always find a part even if ford does not have it.

Why Try? · 05-05-2005, 06:57 PM

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05-01-2005, 04:55 PM	#1
TCS Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Iowa Posts: 5	Just Purchased Have Questions I just purchased a 1998 Ford Mustang Signature Series Cobra and am looking for specs on it. Also the dealer told me it was 1 of 500 made and was wondering if anyone knows where this is marked at if at all. I can post pics of the engine and car if it will help. Thanks,

05-01-2005, 09:15 PM	#2
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05-02-2005, 04:39 AM	#5
Stavesacre21 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Elida, OH Posts: 611	well, cobra's are made in limited # production, so maybe that's just a special term they used to make is sound more special? If you wanna find out your specific make # of your car, call the SVT and they can send you a very nice certificate __________________ 2010 Mazdaspeed3 Liquid Silver Metallic Daily Driver 2002 Corvette Convertible Millenium Yellow 22K miles, Summer ride

05-02-2005, 06:08 PM	#6
cobrabitn Dr Jekyll on the street, Mr Hyde on the track Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Rock Hill SC Posts: 14,649	Okay, now I see. Yes all of the mod motor Cobras are signed by the builders of that particular engine. You will have to give Ford SVT your VIN number in order to obtain your "Certificate of Authenticity". You can also go to the Ford SVT archives to retrieve more information about your particular year and color. Congrats on your new purchase! __________________ Cobrabitn 2016 Ruby Red Metallic with Caribou accent F-350 Crew Cab Stump Puller! 6.7 Diesel Automatic with Chrome Package, Off Road Package, 3.55 Locking axles, and Ultimate Lariat Interior Trim Package! 2017 Shelby GT350 Coupe - track car! Mods: JLT True Cold Air oil catch can 2009 Vista Blue Shelby GT 500 Coupe - Garage Queen Tinted Windows JLT True Cold Air Kit Pro-Dyno Tune 526 rwhp - 511 rwtq 1994 Rio Red Indy Pace Car #22 "Runabout" Snake in the grill MGW shift knob 1996 SVT Cobra Wheels 1969 New Lime Mustang Mach 1 Sportsroof - Second owner - bone stock with shaker. One SVT Cobra, one Shelby GT500, one 69 mach 1, and a Shelby GT350 is better than nothing! Custom Data Plates for your Mustang or Ford! Buy "Cool Merchandise" at Data Plates Plus www.dataplatesplus.com See my MSR Video here!

05-03-2005, 07:14 AM	#8
Stavesacre21 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Elida, OH Posts: 611	i'm almost positive that flowmaster is an aftermarket, and more then likely, gains from an exhaust arn't gonna be extensive. Exhaust alone, i'd assume that you're looking at no more then 4-8 HP tops. However, HP always varies, as everyone knows....the only way to really find out would obviously be to do a dyno. Most 96-98s are supposedly pushin around mid-to-high 260s RWHP stock. However, due to variances in milage and age, its no surprise to see mid-to-high 250s for other 96s. That should at least give you a mark to start from. __________________ 2010 Mazdaspeed3 Liquid Silver Metallic Daily Driver 2002 Corvette Convertible Millenium Yellow 22K miles, Summer ride

05-02-2005, 02:49 AM	#3
TCS Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Iowa Posts: 5	I think all cobra's are signature serise. I talked with one of my friends who had owned one and he said it is the svt singature on the engine. I looked up the color and interior of my car and there were 551 of the same paint and internor color. I also found out I can call 1-800-FORD-SVT and get a certiifcate if I fax my registration to them that shows the production number.

05-03-2005, 12:57 AM	#7
TCS Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Iowa Posts: 5	Thanks to all for all of your help. I have another question. My Cobra has a flowmaster exstyst system. Is this standard, a option or was it aftermarket? Also if it was additional can I find how much HP it added? Thanks Again, Tom

05-04-2005, 07:28 PM	#9
ausie Don't let the dog drive Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Kinston, NC Posts: 1,883	Congrats on getting a Cobra. As for parts on the car, if it does not have a ford sticker and part number on it, aftermarket is your best bet. That does not make it bad either. There are thousands of aftermarket parts out there and some exceed in quality of what is factory and some are sub par. At least you can always find a part even if ford does not have it. __________________ 2004 SVT Cobra, Silver, February 2004 SVT Build # 2485 out of 3768 SLP Loudmouth Cat-back UPR double lock firewall adjuster UPR GMS extreme double hook quadrant Wheels: Ford SVT 10th anniv. wheels (track duty) SVE 10th anniv. style 17x9F, 10x10.5R BBS RK Plasma 18x8.5F, 18x10R (retired) (retired) 2001 black SVT Cobra, October 2001 missed but not forgotten

05-05-2005, 06:57 PM	#10
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