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Originally Posted by peterpjb
here is the answer of the eminence of Cobra replicas  |
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Originally Posted by David Kirkham
For example, installing the wrong engine in one of our cars DRASTICALLY reduces the value of the car. I have seen our cars (with the wrong engine installed) sell for LESS than the car would have sold for without an engine at all. Correct valve covers, air cleaners, fan belts--are all important for the look of the car and its resale value. It's a tricky, often conflicting, world to navigate; a Tremec transmission is preferred while I've seen a 351 engine or (just as bad) a 428 engine absolutely kill the resale value of our cars.
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First, David seems to be speaking about the 1,000 replicas he's built. Do you see the words "our cars"?
Second, there are only so many old people left who desire "original" Cobra replicas. Eventually, you have to expand your market to the younger generation, at least that's what I think.
Third, a 428 engine is original, yet it decreases value in a Kirkham. Does it do so in an ERA? Let's ask Patrick.
But then a Tremec isn't original, but the lack of it, in a Kirkham, decreases value? Lots of peculiarities and contradictions here.
I'll stick to my original opinion, where the drunks at a B-J auction aren't big into originality. Now, if you're trying to sell a replica at a SAAC convention, then that's a different audience. But, opinions will vary.