Which front bumper?

WaterDR · 01-19-2005, 01:19 PM

Getting rid of the stocker and trying to decide between the Roush Stage 3 or a Cobra Front Bumper. Keep in mind that I have a 2000 GT Vert - Black.

I really like both and am torn between the two. Price will probably play a factor.

Help me out!

*venom* · 01-19-2005, 01:45 PM

Cobra R front bumper

Ghostalker · 01-19-2005, 02:07 PM

As for "Cobra Front Bumper"
My vote was for cobra, but as in a sexy 03-04 cobra front bumper.
The 99 style cobra bumper was 'nothing special' but i believe you could put the mach 1 chin on there, imagine that would look good... the Cobra R bumper is on the extreme end of things, and i personally used to love it but more recently liek the 03' bumper more... =D

danbc21 · 01-19-2005, 02:09 PM

Yeah I like the Cobra or Cobra R bumper. But if you get the Cobra R You will probably want the Cobra R hood too…

*venom* · 01-19-2005, 02:17 PM

I think if you go for the 03-04 bumper better to just get chin spoiler and you dont need to paint it. If you are going to replace body parts go with something rare Ive seen alot of Cobras but no Cobra R on street. Or just add the steeda splitter. I just remembered I had a pick of someone in a car show with steeda splitter on a gt and in black.

*venom* · 01-19-2005, 02:18 PM

Here is one with chin and matching rims

WaterDR · 01-19-2005, 03:31 PM

Thanks for the comments and the photos. I value your opinions. as to some of them:

Cobra R - Not my taste...hey I am an old fart. Hangs too low for me and a bit too radical.

Steeda Splitter - Again, hangs too low. Besides, I have to get rid of my bumper due to its condition. I want it off. A product like this is too costly as I need to replace the bumper AND get the splitter.

Roush Stage 3- I just love this bumper. I can get one shipped with lights for $420. A bit salty, but not too bad. Thing is, it does hang down in the front a bit, but not as much as the R and the Steeda. I am not sure how it would look w/o the side skirts. If I got this one, I would probably add the rest of the kit at some point (wing and side skirts) and then go with stripes.

Cobra - The whole which is better 2003 or 2001 bumper debate! That's a real hard one. The 2001 is just a subtle change over the stock GT, but it is nice and clean. Also, the price on this one may be right. Much easier to find a slightly used one.

If I could get some reassuarance that the that the Roush would look fine by itself, that is the route I will go.

04GTMikey · 01-19-2005, 03:45 PM

Well, my answer is Roush. And it will look okay without the side skirts....for awhile. I like the look of the Stage 3 and I don't know about where you are, but the Roush stage 3 is somewhat of a rarity around the big "D". Just my opinion.

WaterDR · 01-19-2005, 05:02 PM

I just found out that the Roush 380R body is the same as the Stage 3 minus the side skirts and rear valance. The side skirts are for having a side exhaust, hence no need for the rear mod with the 380R. I can get a 380R kit for just $549 shipped.

*03gtmustang* · 01-19-2005, 05:03 PM

Does the 03 cobra front bumper have to be modified to fit on the GT? Im 80% sure the hood does. Ive got the 01 cobra bumper, but my vote is for the 03 bumper.

WaterDR · 01-19-2005, 05:09 PM

Straight fit from what I heard.

Jeremy · 01-19-2005, 05:51 PM

I would go with the Stage 3 myself. I love the Roush kits, they are awesome.

danbc21 · 01-19-2005, 07:08 PM

Just took a second look at the Roush kit and it a hard choice. It sounds like you like the Roush kit better so if I were you, I would get the Roush, But for me I like the 03-04 Cobra.

*venom* · 01-19-2005, 07:24 PM

Check out this post there are nice big pics of Cobra front but what I can see you should get what you like the Roush bumper. http://www.mustangtuningforums.com/showthread.php?t=792

gtnumber2 · 01-20-2005, 09:02 AM

i like the stage 3, which one are you leaning toward.

MattJ · 01-20-2005, 07:02 PM

I voted for the stage 3 from roush. Such a badass front bumber!!!

WaterDR · 01-20-2005, 09:12 PM

Well, subject to a dissaster, I have decided on the Roush 380R body kit. It consists of the front bumper AND the 4 post wing. I found it for $505 shipped and brand-new with all the parts. Could not pass it up.

Thanks all for the comments. I asked for your opions, and I got them. The views were pretty split.

View Poll Results: Which front bumper
Cobra	7	63.64%
Stage 3	4	36.36%
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01-19-2005, 01:19 PM	#1 (permalink)
WaterDR Administrator Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 6,395	Which front bumper? Getting rid of the stocker and trying to decide between the Roush Stage 3 or a Cobra Front Bumper. Keep in mind that I have a 2000 GT Vert - Black. I really like both and am torn between the two. Price will probably play a factor. Help me out! __________________ Black 2000 GT Vert: Novi-2000 with Intercooler (375rwhp @ 9 psi); Tune by Kauffmans; Roush 380R Body kit; Steeda Subframes; Steeda Strut Tower Support; Deep Dish Bullets; FRPP 4:10's; SCT 4 Position Chip with four custom tunes; Steeda CAI; C&L Pleum; BBK 75 TB; SLP Loudmouth; SLP Catted X-Pipe; Bullitt Suspension; UPR Conrol Arms; Focus Fuel Pump My Car My Email

01-19-2005, 01:45 PM	#2 (permalink)
venom Super Moderator Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 5,514	Cobra R front bumper __________________ http://www.mustangboards.com/mustang...500/ppuser/103

01-19-2005, 02:07 PM	#3 (permalink)
Ghostalker BOLO 4 ME Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Danbury, CT Posts: 2,459	As for "Cobra Front Bumper" My vote was for cobra, but as in a sexy 03-04 cobra front bumper. The 99 style cobra bumper was 'nothing special' but i believe you could put the mach 1 chin on there, imagine that would look good... the Cobra R bumper is on the extreme end of things, and i personally used to love it but more recently liek the 03' bumper more... =D __________________ Ghosty is in need of some mods...

01-19-2005, 02:09 PM	#4 (permalink)
danbc21 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Springfield, PA Posts: 159	Yeah I like the Cobra or Cobra R bumper. But if you get the Cobra R You will probably want the Cobra R hood too… __________________ 02 Torch Red GT Coupe 5-speed -Steeda Tri-Ax -SLP Loudmouth Catback -Motive 4.10 Gears -Mach 1 Chin Spoiler -Bullitt Pedals -K&N -Black Bumper Insert -Raised Scoop Black Designation Decals -Mach 1 Mustang Grill Delete -Black Bullitt wheels

01-19-2005, 02:17 PM	#5 (permalink)
venom Super Moderator Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 5,514	I think if you go for the 03-04 bumper better to just get chin spoiler and you dont need to paint it. If you are going to replace body parts go with something rare Ive seen alot of Cobras but no Cobra R on street. Or just add the steeda splitter. I just remembered I had a pick of someone in a car show with steeda splitter on a gt and in black. __________________ http://www.mustangboards.com/mustang...500/ppuser/103

01-19-2005, 02:18 PM	#6 (permalink)
venom Super Moderator Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 5,514	Here is one with chin and matching rims __________________ http://www.mustangboards.com/mustang...500/ppuser/103

01-19-2005, 03:31 PM	#7 (permalink)
WaterDR Administrator Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 6,395	Thanks for the comments and the photos. I value your opinions. as to some of them: Cobra R - Not my taste...hey I am an old fart. Hangs too low for me and a bit too radical. Steeda Splitter - Again, hangs too low. Besides, I have to get rid of my bumper due to its condition. I want it off. A product like this is too costly as I need to replace the bumper AND get the splitter. Roush Stage 3- I just love this bumper. I can get one shipped with lights for $420. A bit salty, but not too bad. Thing is, it does hang down in the front a bit, but not as much as the R and the Steeda. I am not sure how it would look w/o the side skirts. If I got this one, I would probably add the rest of the kit at some point (wing and side skirts) and then go with stripes. Cobra - The whole which is better 2003 or 2001 bumper debate! That's a real hard one. The 2001 is just a subtle change over the stock GT, but it is nice and clean. Also, the price on this one may be right. Much easier to find a slightly used one. If I could get some reassuarance that the that the Roush would look fine by itself, that is the route I will go. __________________ Black 2000 GT Vert: Novi-2000 with Intercooler (375rwhp @ 9 psi); Tune by Kauffmans; Roush 380R Body kit; Steeda Subframes; Steeda Strut Tower Support; Deep Dish Bullets; FRPP 4:10's; SCT 4 Position Chip with four custom tunes; Steeda CAI; C&L Pleum; BBK 75 TB; SLP Loudmouth; SLP Catted X-Pipe; Bullitt Suspension; UPR Conrol Arms; Focus Fuel Pump My Car My Email

01-19-2005, 03:45 PM	#8 (permalink)
04GTMikey Stang Maniac Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 170	Well, my answer is Roush. And it will look okay without the side skirts....for awhile. I like the look of the Stage 3 and I don't know about where you are, but the Roush stage 3 is somewhat of a rarity around the big "D". Just my opinion.

01-19-2005, 05:02 PM	#9 (permalink)
WaterDR Administrator Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 6,395	I just found out that the Roush 380R body is the same as the Stage 3 minus the side skirts and rear valance. The side skirts are for having a side exhaust, hence no need for the rear mod with the 380R. I can get a 380R kit for just $549 shipped. __________________ Black 2000 GT Vert: Novi-2000 with Intercooler (375rwhp @ 9 psi); Tune by Kauffmans; Roush 380R Body kit; Steeda Subframes; Steeda Strut Tower Support; Deep Dish Bullets; FRPP 4:10's; SCT 4 Position Chip with four custom tunes; Steeda CAI; C&L Pleum; BBK 75 TB; SLP Loudmouth; SLP Catted X-Pipe; Bullitt Suspension; UPR Conrol Arms; Focus Fuel Pump My Car My Email

01-19-2005, 05:03 PM	#10 (permalink)
03gtmustang Super Moderator Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Northern Va Posts: 3,271	Does the 03 cobra front bumper have to be modified to fit on the GT? Im 80% sure the hood does. Ive got the 01 cobra bumper, but my vote is for the 03 bumper. __________________ D&D Auto Detailing -Dan

01-19-2005, 05:09 PM	#11 (permalink)
WaterDR Administrator Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 6,395	Straight fit from what I heard. __________________ Black 2000 GT Vert: Novi-2000 with Intercooler (375rwhp @ 9 psi); Tune by Kauffmans; Roush 380R Body kit; Steeda Subframes; Steeda Strut Tower Support; Deep Dish Bullets; FRPP 4:10's; SCT 4 Position Chip with four custom tunes; Steeda CAI; C&L Pleum; BBK 75 TB; SLP Loudmouth; SLP Catted X-Pipe; Bullitt Suspension; UPR Conrol Arms; Focus Fuel Pump My Car My Email

01-19-2005, 05:51 PM	#12 (permalink)
Jeremy One of them regulars Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Holden Beach, North Carolina Posts: 411	I would go with the Stage 3 myself. I love the Roush kits, they are awesome. __________________ 2003 Black 5spd GT SLP Loudmouth catback 18" Black Deep Dish Bullitts

01-19-2005, 07:08 PM	#13 (permalink)
danbc21 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Springfield, PA Posts: 159	Just took a second look at the Roush kit and it a hard choice. It sounds like you like the Roush kit better so if I were you, I would get the Roush, But for me I like the 03-04 Cobra. __________________ 02 Torch Red GT Coupe 5-speed -Steeda Tri-Ax -SLP Loudmouth Catback -Motive 4.10 Gears -Mach 1 Chin Spoiler -Bullitt Pedals -K&N -Black Bumper Insert -Raised Scoop Black Designation Decals -Mach 1 Mustang Grill Delete -Black Bullitt wheels

01-19-2005, 07:24 PM	#14 (permalink)
venom Super Moderator Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 5,514	Check out this post there are nice big pics of Cobra front but what I can see you should get what you like the Roush bumper. http://www.mustangtuningforums.com/showthread.php?t=792 __________________ http://www.mustangboards.com/mustang...500/ppuser/103

01-20-2005, 09:02 AM	#15 (permalink)
gtnumber2 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 289	i like the stage 3, which one are you leaning toward.

01-20-2005, 07:02 PM	#16 (permalink)
MattJ Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Racine, WI Posts: 10,243	I voted for the stage 3 from roush. Such a badass front bumber!!! __________________ 2001 Mustang GT Premium - Mineral Grey

01-20-2005, 09:12 PM	#17 (permalink)
WaterDR Administrator Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 6,395	Well, subject to a dissaster, I have decided on the Roush 380R body kit. It consists of the front bumper AND the 4 post wing. I found it for $505 shipped and brand-new with all the parts. Could not pass it up. Thanks all for the comments. I asked for your opions, and I got them. The views were pretty split. __________________ Black 2000 GT Vert: Novi-2000 with Intercooler (375rwhp @ 9 psi); Tune by Kauffmans; Roush 380R Body kit; Steeda Subframes; Steeda Strut Tower Support; Deep Dish Bullets; FRPP 4:10's; SCT 4 Position Chip with four custom tunes; Steeda CAI; C&L Pleum; BBK 75 TB; SLP Loudmouth; SLP Catted X-Pipe; Bullitt Suspension; UPR Conrol Arms; Focus Fuel Pump My Car My Email

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