Looking to purchase a Cobra

[grybrd123]

I've been reading this thread with some interest. I have SPF coupe 123, and it's titled in Oregon as a 1965 Shelby replica and registered as a 1965 (registration does not say replica - that's only on the title). I had no problem with registration when I got the car in June 09, probably because the MSO that came with the car states clearly that the make is a "Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe", and the year stated is "New (1965 replica)." Model is given as "Replica of a 1965 vintage sports car." It is not titled as a historic vehicle (too many restrictions on use), although I was told I could do that if I wished.

Before buying the roller, I went to the local DMV office with the info on the car and they checked for me to see how it would be registered and titled. The office manager wrote all the details on a copy of the MSO and signed it, so when I went back after the car was delivered, I had NO problems.

I don't know about now, but there was a caveat that if it were produced after 1 January 1009, it might be subject to EPA/DOT certification of 50 state registration eligibility. Fortunately, the MSO gave the date of production before 2009.

Cheers and good luck
David