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2003 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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by matthew r
Dec 20, 2023
The inside isnt great but the performance is exceptional and very enjoyable to drive . Bought it because it was on my must own list of vehicles Dec 20, 2023
by Marco S
Nov 08, 2021
Bill Ford, grandson of Henry Ford, said himself, the 2003 Mustang Cobra is one of the greatest Mustangs ever built. Ive owned 2 of them. Best car EVER. Overbuilt. Reliable, unlimited performance capabilities. Not good on gas but who cares. Worth every penny of gas.Nov 08, 2021
by John Q
Sep 20, 2021
Great car for the times…everything has gotten so much betterSep 20, 2021
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by matthew r
Dec 20, 2023
The inside isnt great but the performance is exceptional and very enjoyable to drive . Bought it because it was on my must own list of vehicles Dec 20, 2023
by Marco S
Nov 08, 2021
Bill Ford, grandson of Henry Ford, said himself, the 2003 Mustang Cobra is one of the greatest Mustangs ever built. Ive owned 2 of them. Best car EVER. Overbuilt. Reliable, unlimited performance capabilities. Not good on gas but who cares. Worth every penny of gas.Nov 08, 2021
by John Q
Sep 20, 2021
Great car for the times…everything has gotten so much betterSep 20, 2021
by Jeff I
Mar 04, 2015
I've owned this car for 3 years now and have had a few minor problems. The car still runs hard at 141k miles as it did probably new. 12 years old and yes things need replaced when drove a lot but nothing that hampers reliability. 2015 GT Mustangs are up with this car now, but for less you can tune and pulley this car and outperform a stock 2015 GT with ease. The rarity of these Cobras will I think keep the value up in years time. The 2003-04 Terminator Cobras can be found on Facebook to find out more if your interested in a purchasing one.Mar 04, 2015
by Anonymous
Dec 19, 2014
This car is incredible, handles great, top notch performance, fast, quick, stylish and great on fuel economy. This is the second one I have owned and I am completely satisfied with it. Limited production and one of the last true Cobra's ever built....Dec 19, 2014
by Maurice G
Mar 19, 2014
I love the car, the engine puts out around 550HP so traction can be tricky at times. Still working on removing some of the race suspension parts. I plan on reinstalling the rear seats at sometime. Overall the car is a blast to drive and I get a lot of looks.Mar 19, 2014
by Anonymous
Jul 28, 2013
I don't like the rims. But I love the screaming blower. It's made of star stuff from the cosmos. It's featured in Fish Tumor! Films. It's feels powerful under throttle and yet you can drive it normally. I would like a white cobra but black was my limited choice. Black paint is hard to take care of so maybe a white paint job would be good. Jul 28, 2013
by Jeff I
Nov 19, 2012
When I was looking for a performance car I was looking at 07 GT500's and just could not afford that price. If you want a still reliable car with performance like an older GT 500, you would be just as satisfied with an 03-04 Cobra. I bought my car with 100,000 miles on it, paid less than 20K less for it and have independent rear suspension. Buy parts for it from Ford Dealers are even cheaper now on cost. I drove it over 8 hours from dealer to home and at 75 mph most of the way with cruise on, I got 29.4 mph with it. I average around 25 mph when I don't play alot. Easy to upgrade for more power if you want for less cost. Just dynoed my car the other day, and with only a BBK Cold Air Induction Kit and Bassani Exhaust, I still made 370 hp at the wheels. Factory Flywheel is 390 hp. That is even amazing for a car that is 9 years old and has over 100k miles on it.Nov 19, 2012
by Jake R
Apr 10, 2012
Car handles amazing. Plenty of power especially around 3500 rpm. Amazing quality have had no problems with the car at all. Rides amazing. Clutch is a little tight. Best overall fun factor out of any car i have had. the sound of the supercharger even factory is amazing. Apr 10, 2012
by Brandon O
Nov 04, 2011
Its like a lion cute and cuddly...until it bites your arm off, but with the right amount of steering input and a steady right foot it will dance around corners, making you look like Steve McQueen. And plain and simple...it gets em wet, thats about it.Nov 04, 2011
by Brian B
May 29, 2011
i like it alot pump gas..if i am happy and its a good day ill put the stock wheels on and go tick people off..Great car to drive i love when ricers come and try and keep up but nahhh..May 29, 2011
by Joe N
Apr 17, 2011
Performance
0-100 mph in 7 seconds
1/4 MILE 10.98@126 MPH
150 MPH around Daytona and Sebring
Car is a blast and will do anything you need to do with the best of them for less
money than any of its competition which is pretty slim!!
500 HP and 22 mpg on the interstate what more could you ask for ??Apr 17, 2011
by Anonymous
Mar 15, 2011
This is an excellent weekend car, it has plenty power and handles amazing. It will also get 20mpg with cruise control on the highway. The interior of the car looks almost brand new and the outside is in great shape.Mar 15, 2011
by Justin C
Feb 27, 2011
This car was a blast to own. It was very well built. much faster than the 390hp it was rated at. The convertible top material was the same stuff used on the Jaguar convertibles and different than the GT and v6. This was a very nice touch and made owning a convertible a joy, not a hastle. The top was powered, not manual like the 1999 Vette I replaced it with. (I wish I did not)It had a thirst for fuel, but what superpowered V8 does not. It would of be nice if Ford put in a bigger gas tank. The whistle from the blower was pretty quiet, I would of liked a little more. Overall it was fun owned it and I might get another (this time a 04 Mystic Chrome version)Feb 27, 2011
by Miguel G
Feb 13, 2011
Clean 03 terminator, last Dyno 735 rwhp, last time @ the track (before upgrades) 11.91 @ 1/4 of the mile, 122 mph, first place at The Home Depot car show, only 40k miles on it, very fun to drive, love it.Feb 13, 2011
by Petrisor F
Jan 08, 2011
you realy can drive this car , trust me because she has an engin really strong. 320 hp. you can drift wit her very good. are un interior de piele si este foarte comoda, cu toate acestea nu costa mai putin de 20 mii euro.Jan 08, 2011
by Derek M
Sep 14, 2010
This has to be the best car I've ever owned. It is the fastest (170mph) Hardest pulling (60 ft 1.2) Strongest motor (502/498 @ the wheel) and still gets 27 mpg on the highway. I haven't had to fix anything other than tires, and I take full responsibility for those :-)Sep 14, 2010
by Nicholas A
Sep 07, 2010
performance- acceleration, braking
build quality- it has not really needed anything besides brakes, fuel and tires.
appearance- both interior and exterior styling is awesome.
this car is one of the funnest cars you will ever drive.
i would strongly suggest this car.Sep 07, 2010
by Jordy A
Aug 09, 2010
The performance from this is just right. Since it being an SVT it is tuned so
everything works just right. Acceleration is beast if you know how to drive manual.
The handling is also great, doing doughnuts in this is really easy. It was built
wonderfully. Small cabin, but fits average people comfortably. The convertible tops
makes it a whole lot funner to ride in. Kills a full tank in a night depending on how
fast you drive, accelerate, and also how far you are travelling. Overall this car is
very fun to drive.Aug 09, 2010
by Mike P
May 19, 2010
i love it its the best and fastest car ive evr owned and its a blast to drive . its faster than you ever need to go it handles great . i think it looks cool i dont have one bad word to say about it .May 19, 2010
by AaronandKeisha O
Apr 23, 2010
Performance? This car has plenty of performance and a hell of a lot acceleration. The best 0-60 time this car has had was right around 2.0 to 2.1 seconds with drag radials. With slicks it is around 1.8 to 1.9. It has been my dream car from the first time Ford unveiled it. With the extreme performance of the engine it drinks its fare share of gas. Around 8 mpg on average in city and 15 to 18 on the highway. I gets expensive to fix when parts go bad because of the after market parts that make up 99% of the engine. I will say even with cost to maintain such a monster of a muscle car, I absolutely love it and love to drive it. If their was a fun factor it would be off the scale and climbing. Apr 23, 2010
by Jonathan M
Jan 07, 2010
One of the best engines from Ford. The Toyota Supra of the 2000 decade. From the factory the engine was over built, allowing its owner to modify it for more power. The build quality is standard Ford but considering I am hammering 650 to the wheels it is holding up quite well.Jan 07, 2010
by Douglas D
Nov 30, 2009
Hello this is an 03 Dark Shadow Grey SVT Cobra that was designed to beat 03/04/zo6's need I say more!!!
there's a reason they nicknamed it the Terminator...
Only those that own one would really know what I'm sayin!!
I'm on my third one drive safe to ALL you Cobra Pilots!!!!Nov 30, 2009
by Brett D
Sep 29, 2009
Performance - Powerful, stops quick, the IRS handles well
Build Quality - Good for a performance vehicle, most problems have a fix. the "head tick", front end click, driveline thud.
Appearance - Very sharp, and unique from other mustangs
Cost of Ownership - mileage sucks when in boost, aside from that it's a V8. Maintenance is average. Cost of modding is very good for gains to dollar ratio.
Fun Factor - Hell yea.Sep 29, 2009
by Jovi H
Aug 15, 2009
I think the 03/04 cobras are built very well, the quaility of them is very well, nothing makes noise, and the performance of handling braking and power is amazing.....not to many cars that will hold 1,000 p on a stock bottom end. for the power they/ i make the gas milage is ok, and driving it is great. making people stare is the best part....Aug 15, 2009
by Larry M
Aug 10, 2009
I have No complaints about my Cobra/ Plenty of power but when you wan more it's easy to change and reprogram. Handles like a dream and very easy to play with when you want to break it loose. Excellant FORD product.Aug 10, 2009
by Danny M
Aug 10, 2009
it pulls! 12.8 at 117 better if i can ever get traction 12.8 spinning 1st and 2nd.walk most corvettes like there standing still. can out handle a corvette all around a great car. next step 2.3 whipple 650 to the tire! then take down a zr1. Aug 10, 2009
by Ryan C
Jun 24, 2009
The acceleration on this car is just awesome, love the way that it handles and the way the seat fits my body. I have never had any problems with it, granted it does have very low miles. Love the unique parts for the Cobra model.Jun 24, 2009
by Dylan B
Apr 15, 2008
Supercharged 4.6L 32V V8
390hp (underrated) / 390lb-ft
0-60 under 5 seconds
RWD 6spd Manual
3800lbs
Big and heavy for a coupe. Interior gaps somewhat large but is a budget sports car so it's forgiven. Same with wind/road noise. Very capable with light modifications. Only Mustang with independant rear suspension = fair ride quality but promotes wheel hop upon heavy launch.Apr 15, 2008
by Greg S
Apr 06, 2008
Great Car, 404RWHP and 427RWTQ, Fast extremely fun to drive, street able, turns headsApr 06, 2008
by Paul T
Mar 30, 2008
Engine Upgrades: Full Bassani Exhausts, BBK Cold Air Induction, Diablo Predator with pulleys.
Transmission: has been upgraded to 4.10 racing gears, and a high performance racing clutch along with a pro five shifter.
Exterior: Official Saleen Rollbar with LED light mounted across the back seat.Mar 30, 2008
by Mike M
Mar 11, 2008
This car is absolutely nuts.
390 rated bhp, 9.0psi of supercharged boost, rear-wheel drive, six-speed manual, CONVERTIBLE TOP... I could go on and on about this car.
It is insanely fast, getting to 60mph in just less than 5 sec, and gets the tires roasting even with Nitto DR's equipped! Car handles like a charm too, taking right-angle turns at up to 45mph on stock suspension. Basically, there's not too much I can complain about with this car. Best combination of American muscle and sport performance for the money!Mar 11, 2008
by Matt P
Feb 25, 2008
The SVT Cobra Mustang is a pretty affordable muscle-car that nods in the general direction of track cars. It's supercharged V8 makes the car a beast and you can really feel the traction control try to deal with wheel-spin when you really push the car. It's bulky and a little clumsy but is till a true sports car- even if it doesn't have the look. Steering is tight and the clutch is heavy- maybe obnoxiously heavy.
Bad news though, the interior sucks. My long legs have trouble finding a place anywhere in the car. With the exception of the seats, the interior is also very basic. Still the seats are pretty comfortable and the car would make a fine daily driver.
Feb 25, 2008
by Sparsh V
Feb 18, 2008
Wonderful baby...so much muscle in a mid ranged car...omgFeb 18, 2008
by Anonymous
Jan 15, 2008
Great perfomance and I like the way the smaller lighter car handles better than the newer models from a pure performance aspectJan 15, 2008
by Bob K
Jan 11, 2008
I drive this car almost daily, it has over 60,000 miles and it has been relatively reliable. Most problems occurred under warranty. For some reason, the back brakes have had to be replaced, but the fronts are fine, which seems backwards to me. Can't beat having a convertible on a sunny day!Jan 11, 2008
by Jeremy V
Dec 15, 2007
My car has many upgrades so its different from a stock 03-04 cobra,
but from driving mine its got very fast acceralation, its got coil-over
suspension with many other suspension mods so it also handles very
well. It could use some bigger brakes on it but they do the job. THe
interior on it has leather and suede bucket seats, could use a bit less
plastic though.Dec 15, 2007
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2003 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra Pricing
Original MSRP
$33,460 to $39,275Price range
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N/ATrims & specs
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Multi-function remote: trunk release · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Drivetrain
Limited slip differential: rear
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Seats
Front seat type: sport bucket · Upholstery: leather
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: chrome
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Drivetrain
Limited slip differential: rear
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Seats
Front seat type: sport bucket · Upholstery: leather
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Drivetrain
Limited slip differential: rear
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Convertible roof: power
Seats
Front seat type: sport bucket · Upholstery: leather
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: chrome
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Drivetrain
Limited slip differential: rear
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Convertible roof: power
Seats
Front seat type: sport bucket · Upholstery: leather
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent