My Cobra dream is over - half finished Contemporary high end build for sale

[mdross1]

Originally Posted by Dangerous Doug

I don't know you, but I know I've read a few of your posts. Cancer diagnosis and then a divorce? Dude, you are under some major stress. I'd recommend not making any critical decisions right now---such as selling your Cobra project at a loss. Your Cobra sounds close to completion. Wouldn't it be better to corral up some friends and put it together so you could at least drive it, then decide?

More importantly: What type of cancer do you have? What is the treatment and do you have insurance?

I just finished getting my seven year-old through two years of chemotherapy for Leukemia, all the while living on the edge of needing a kidney transplant for myself, and in a marriage teetering on divorce. Working on my Cobra, having that distraction, and then finally getting to drive it really provided an outlet for me. Not sure why, but laying on cold concrete in the middle of winter underneath my Cobra while I bled the clutch lines was somehow therapeutic.

Unless you need the money, I'd say hang onto it and use it as a distraction to the stress you are currently undergoing.

Good luck,
DD

Kind of what I was thinking after reading your progress on this great sounding project.Wow,you do have a lot going on,can't imagine what it must be like.My situation sounds so insignificant compared to yours.After I bought my kit in 93 and 1/2 finished the car, got laid off from job in 94 and almost sold the car.Glad I was talked out of it.No matter, wish you the best,and will keep your car in mind.

[Double Venom]

767 Jockey,
You nay have followed my threads here for the last umpteen years(?), professional builder, originator of the London Cobra Show, (Double Venom Spring Fling) builder of numerous Cobras, mostly C.R.'s, helping where ever I can.

If it helps and you are willing, I have a custom heated shop for still building Cobras, and Streetrods. I officially retired a month ago, but I think it was a little premature right now. I can't afford a dollar donation, BUT what I can offer is FREE storage in a Steel building, concrete floors and heat and of course space for your car. (Time is not a essential equation here) I think my quality of work stands for itself, when I have made mistakes, and Lordy knows I have had a few of those over 40 years of building, I stand behind them 200% and re-do,fix,replace what ever is necessary.

We're not close but not insurmountable distance to say the least.

I have two offers for you, ONE allow me store your car for free for what ever time you need.

2nd. With your permission I will finish your car for you in what ever way you want it. Unfortunately I will need "Someone" to pay for what ever parts you may still need.

Bottom line, a safe and secure area to store it in, (I live 10' from my shop!)
AND / OR build it or not. Absolutely your call.

Absolutely no cost except transportation (?) and possible parts.

I have absolutely no ulterior motive but to help out a fellow Cobra Member.

When you have time, think about it. This is an open non expiring offer.....

May it happen in some way!

Totally serious and valid offer(s).

Dv (Ed Combs Pentwater, Mi.)

[boxhead]

Originally Posted by Double Venom

767 Jockey,
You nay have followed my threads here for the last umpteen years(?), professional builder, originator of the London Cobra Show, (Double Venom Spring Fling) builder of numerous Cobras, mostly C.R.'s, helping where ever I can.

If it helps and you are willing, I have a custom heated shop for still building Cobras, and Streetrods. I officially retired a month ago, but I think it was a little premature right now. I can't afford a dollar donation, BUT what I can offer is FREE storage in a Steel building, concrete floors and heat and of course space for your car. (Time is not a essential equation here) I think my quality of work stands for itself, when I have made mistakes, and Lordy knows I have had a few of those over 40 years of building, I stand behind them 200% and re-do,fix,replace what ever is necessary.

We're not close but not insurmountable distance to say the least.

I have two offers for you, ONE allow me store your car for free for what ever time you need.

2nd. With your permission I will finish your car for you in what ever way you want it. Unfortunately I will need "Someone" to pay for what ever parts you may still need.

Bottom line, a safe and secure area to store it in, (I live 10' from my shop!)
AND / OR build it or not. Absolutely your call.

Absolutely no cost except transportation (?) and possible parts.

I have absolutely no ulterior motive but to help out a fellow Cobra Member.

When you have time, think about it. This is an open non expiring offer.....

May it happen in some way!

Totally serious and valid offer(s).

Dv (Ed Combs Pentwater, Mi.)

Wow, that is a fantastic thing to offer.
Ed, I have watched many of your threads over the many years I have been a member on CC. Now, more than ever I want to meet you and shake your hand.

I sure hope you do get to live your dream as like others have said, nothing beats sliding into the seat of your own Cobra and going for a drive.

I will be watching for the final decission regarding what is to happen, and will happily chip in some coin to help buy parts.

[jhv48]

One other thing to consider:

The car will be worth more after you complete it.

Also, working on this car could be just the "therapy" you need to escape the rest of the BS that's landed on you.