19LikesSerpent Cobra GT-E
11-13-2015, 09:03 AM
#601
Thread seems a little inactive, you guys still out there 
. Looking at getting a gt car and was wondering what peoples thoughts are on this car, is it becoming a little outdated? I am surprised to see in amain this kit is actually more than the new mgt7 eco. I have seen the serpent for around $100 less than the mugen here in Australia but I am thinking for the extra money is it better to have a latest model car as opposed to a car that is basically 3 or so years old? How much longer will parts support be available for the cobra? I do like this car and money is a little tight but for longevity maybe the mugen might be a better choice, opinions.
. Looking at getting a gt car and was wondering what peoples thoughts are on this car, is it becoming a little outdated? I am surprised to see in amain this kit is actually more than the new mgt7 eco. I have seen the serpent for around $100 less than the mugen here in Australia but I am thinking for the extra money is it better to have a latest model car as opposed to a car that is basically 3 or so years old? How much longer will parts support be available for the cobra? I do like this car and money is a little tight but for longevity maybe the mugen might be a better choice, opinions.The car is bad**s. They say "If it ain't broke, don't fix it!" I believe the car is so good , there was nothing really to improve upon. I started with the nitro version, loved it then decided I wanted to go electric with all my cars. So I sold the nitro and purchased the electric Cobra GT. The car if fast and planted! In 3+ years of combined ownership, I've never flipped the car(s) over, not once!
11-13-2015, 09:08 AM
#602
Tech Adept
There are also plenty of useful option parts. Oh and its about indestructable!
11-13-2015, 06:57 PM
#603
Thread seems a little inactive, you guys still out there . Looking at getting a gt car and was wondering what peoples thoughts are on this car, is it becoming a little outdated? I am surprised to see in amain this kit is actually more than the new mgt7 eco. I have seen the serpent for around $100 less than the mugen here in Australia but I am thinking for the extra money is it better to have a latest model car as opposed to a car that is basically 3 or so years old? How much longer will parts support be available for the cobra? I do like this car and money is a little tight but for longevity maybe the mugen might be a better choice, opinions.
. Looking at getting a gt car and was wondering what peoples thoughts are on this car, is it becoming a little outdated? I am surprised to see in amain this kit is actually more than the new mgt7 eco. I have seen the serpent for around $100 less than the mugen here in Australia but I am thinking for the extra money is it better to have a latest model car as opposed to a car that is basically 3 or so years old? How much longer will parts support be available for the cobra? I do like this car and money is a little tight but for longevity maybe the mugen might be a better choice, opinions.
11-13-2015, 07:47 PM
#604
Yeah I am liking the look of the serpent, i know they are tough too. That being said mugen make a good car too. thanks stealth rt, but the aussie dollar is not so good against the US and I reckon postage would be expensive with a big car and included bits. I think with my current financial situation I'm leaning towards the serpent as I can get it here for less than the mugen. One thing that has helped sway my decision was the review on amain about the mugen having limited gearing options.
11-14-2015, 08:23 AM
#605
Yeah I am liking the look of the serpent, i know they are tough too. That being said mugen make a good car too. thanks stealth rt, but the aussie dollar is not so good against the US and I reckon postage would be expensive with a big car and included bits. I think with my current financial situation I'm leaning towards the serpent as I can get it here for less than the mugen. One thing that has helped sway my decision was the review on amain about the mugen having limited gearing options.
11-14-2015, 10:48 AM
#606
Tech Addict
Is it true the Cobra GTE can only fit up to a 65 or 67mm long motor?
11-14-2015, 06:05 PM
#608
Remember when thinking about this car that it's built on the 811 platform that has been out for years so there are loads of parts and they did do a revision last spring on it to bring the rear suspension in line with the buggys. I really liked mine and feel it's built on a mature platform vs mugen that is fairly new to gt
11-15-2015, 12:22 AM
#609
My serpent is a little over a year old has placed top 3 in almost every event I've had it in (and I am not that great a driver) and looks like it will get the club series this yr. My parts bill for the year? Nothing. Haven't broken a thing haven't used a spare.
11-15-2015, 09:12 AM
#610
Tech Addict
Yeah I am liking the look of the serpent, i know they are tough too. That being said mugen make a good car too. thanks stealth rt, but the aussie dollar is not so good against the US and I reckon postage would be expensive with a big car and included bits. I think with my current financial situation I'm leaning towards the serpent as I can get it here for less than the mugen. One thing that has helped sway my decision was the review on amain about the mugen having limited gearing options.
https://youtu.be/V32r86MpJ5s
This car is very tough and can fit very large motors. Im running a 1717 motor (84mm length, 48mm diameter) that fits with no modifications. I have also had a 1527 motor (104mm length) in there with no mods.
11-15-2015, 06:00 PM
#611
If you guys think the Mugen MGT7 has limited gearing options, check out mine geared to the moon doing 140 mph!
https://youtu.be/V32r86MpJ5s
This car is very tough and can fit very large motors. Im running a 1717 motor (84mm length, 48mm diameter) that fits with no modifications. I have also had a 1527 motor (104mm length) in there with no mods.
https://youtu.be/V32r86MpJ5s
This car is very tough and can fit very large motors. Im running a 1717 motor (84mm length, 48mm diameter) that fits with no modifications. I have also had a 1527 motor (104mm length) in there with no mods.
11-15-2015, 07:18 PM
#612
If you guys think the Mugen MGT7 has limited gearing options, check out mine geared to the moon doing 140 mph!
https://youtu.be/V32r86MpJ5s
This car is very tough and can fit very large motors. Im running a 1717 motor (84mm length, 48mm diameter) that fits with no modifications. I have also had a 1527 motor (104mm length) in there with no mods.
https://youtu.be/V32r86MpJ5s
This car is very tough and can fit very large motors. Im running a 1717 motor (84mm length, 48mm diameter) that fits with no modifications. I have also had a 1527 motor (104mm length) in there with no mods.
11-16-2015, 01:19 AM
#613
Tech Addict
11-16-2015, 01:22 AM
#614
Tech Addict
Haha thanks. Just getting my quick fix for that need for speed! Haha. I go out to that street on the weekends since its the only time its clear. On the weekdays I use my Mugen for street bashing. The car is bullet proof and my true daily driver!