Excalibur Owners: Please Reply! - Page 15

BLACKJACK · #1 (**permalink**) 05-24-2004, 08:34 AM

WE JUST SPENT THREE DAYS IN CARLISLE, PA AT THE KIT CAR SHOW.

GREAT TIME: WE DROVE THROUGH 100 PLUS MILES OF ABSOLUTE TORENTIAL DOWNPOUR. (CAPITAL AREA COBRA CLUB FORBIDS THE USE OF HARD TOPS OR SOFT TOPS OF ANY KIND - IN ANY WEATHER). I DROVE WITH ONE HAND AND KEPT THE OTHER HAND FREE TO USE THE 6 INCH SQUEEGIE (WHICH IS A REQUIRED ACCESSORY WHEN TRAVELLING WITH IDIOTS) FOR USE ON THE INSIDE OF THE WINDSCREEN.

THE RAIN CEASED ABOUT THE TIME WE REACHED THE CITY LIMITS OF CARLISLE AND - WITH THE EXCEPTION OF A T-STORM OR TWO ON FRIDAY NIGHT - THE WEATHER WAS GORGEOUS.

HUNG OUT WITH THE EXCALIBUR GUYS FOR A WHILE ON SATURDAY. WHAT A GREAT BUNCH OF GUYS - - AND ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL CARS. THE NEW COBRAS WILL HAVE THE LINCOLN I.R.S. WITH THE ALUMINUN "PUMPKIN".

IT'S REALLY GREAT THAT THESE TERRIFIC CARS ARE BEING MANUFACTURED AGAIN - - AND BY SUCH GREAT PEOPLE.

Y'ALL HAVE A REALLY GREAT DAY.

BLACKJACK

Aloys · #2 (**permalink**) 05-24-2004, 11:19 AM

BLACKJACK:
could you take any pics??

Excaliber · #3 (**permalink**) 05-24-2004, 11:27 AM

Pictures HERE!

http://www.clubcobra.com/forums/show...340#post476340

BLACKJACK · #4 (**permalink**) 05-24-2004, 11:32 AM

SORRY, ALOYS,

I HAD MY CAMERA (NEW SONY DIGITAL) WITH ME BUT I MANAGED TO TEST THE INTEGRITY OF THE PRODUCT BY "STEPPING" ON IT.

IT FAILED.

I PLAN TO DIVERT COURSE ON THE WAY TO OR FROM DVSF TO VISIT THE GUYS IN YOUNGSTOWN. I'LL HAVE A NEW CAMERA BY THEN AND I'LL HANG IT FROM MY NECK ON A STRING - - - - WHICH SHOULD MAKE IT SOMEWHAT MORE DIFFICULT TO STEP ON IT.

Y'AALL HAVE A REALLY GREAT DAY

BLACKJACK

ohekk · #5 (**permalink**) 05-24-2004, 11:35 AM

Is there any way to copy those photos over to this thread?

Notice the two different style side pipes...

Excaliber · #6 (**permalink**) 05-24-2004, 11:45 AM

The black car has side markers the yellow does not. What else you see?

ohekk · #7 (**permalink**) 05-24-2004, 01:40 PM

bumpers vs Quick Jacks?

No visors?

Excaliber · #8 (**permalink**) 05-24-2004, 04:42 PM

I see that!
I'm thinking were seeing two different models here? Interesting the yellow one has the smooth side pipe from right where it exits the body and all along the side.

,,,,,wonder if that means it's a whole different exhaust system too? IRS optional or standard? We need some detailed pics and specs!

ohekk · #9 (**permalink**) 05-24-2004, 04:51 PM

Black one has headrests

...yellow one NOT!

I wonder what badge they're using on the hood?

it's hard to tell

RumblB · #10 (**permalink**) 05-24-2004, 05:44 PM

Great pics!

I think the yellow car doesn't have any of the side reflectors, the rear-deck brake light or a side-view mirror. It looks like its roll-bar might not be chromed...?? Are these two models or are we looking at an original 1966 Cobra used at the show as a comparison?

I'm curious also about the rectangular name plate on the side. What does it say? I did not have any on mine and I saw that the one on sale at Ebay had them also.

Thanks!!

Rich

RumblB · #11 (**permalink**) 05-26-2004, 04:55 PM

I've been trying to track down if there is any support for the Protec System. I was unable to find the system in the current Hella catalog so I wrote a note to their customer service center. They sent the following response:

"Do you need the remote key itself, or the control unit that goes on the
firewall of the vehicle? Either way, you must get an entire new kit to get
either of them. Both are on the same frequency. If you get a new switch,
without getting a new control unit, they wont be on the same frequency.

Thank you!

Scott Kornhaus
Consumer Support Rep.
Hella, Inc.
201 Kelly Drive
P.O. Box 2665
Peachtree City, GA 30269
1-877-224-3552 (7556) - Toll-Free
1-800-631-7575 - Fax
1-770-631-7556 - Direct"

Tells me they know something about the system, but did not tell us where to find them. Maybe the guys a Excalibur will know something. Can one of you Wisconsin check it out?

Rich

Excaliber · #12 (**permalink**) 05-26-2004, 06:29 PM

Both yellow and black are Excaliburs. The longer wheel base is the key here (among other things).

ohekk · #13 (**permalink**) 07-29-2004, 01:16 PM

Our Wednesday Night Classics Cruise night is having a couple feature nights:

August 25th is "Cobra Night" of course this will draw ALL makes and model Cobras including the Excalibur JAC.

If you are in the area with your Cobra...Come join the fun!

============================

More importantly is "Excalibur Night!" Sept 1st

This is billed as a mini reunion of sorts for ALL Excalibur Automobiles showcasing the neoclassic Excalibur phaetons, roadsters and Limiteds.

Former employees, a couple exclusive Excalibur dealers and perhaps a "Special Guest " or two will be there.

If you love Excaliburs...don't miss it.

Check out: www.wednesdaynightclassics.com

ohekk · #14 (**permalink**) 08-10-2004, 02:54 PM

We've discovered some Excalibur Cobra records!

Also... we've found some owners manuals!!! $40

call Alice at Camelot Classics

414 760 3111

BLACKJACK · #15 (**permalink**) 08-10-2004, 04:32 PM

HI, GUYS - - - -

ABOUT 15 CACC MEMBERS ATTENDED A FUND RAISER CRUISE-IN AT PURCELLVILLE, VA THIS PAST SATURDAY.

ANOTHER COBRA WAS THERE THAT WAS RATHER UNUSUAL. IT LOOKED VERY MUCH LIKE AN EXCALIBUR. THE OWNER SAID IT WAS A CLASSIC ROADSTERS FRAME & CHASSIS WITH AN EXCALIBUR BODY. HE SAID IT WAS THE "LAST" EXCALIBUR "MAJOR COMPONANT" TO LEAVE THE FACTORY.

THE CAR WAS A MEDIUM (FEDERAL) METALIC BLUE WITH A GREY INTERIOR. ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS CAR. I SPOKE WITH THE OWNER FOR SEVERAL MINUTES - HE'S FROM MANASSAS, VA.

I LOST TRACK OF HIM DUE TO ALL THE ACTIVITIES (SOME REALLY CUTE YOUNG LADIES(?) AND SOME CORONA). BY THE TIME I RETURNED HE WAS GONE.

I WILL TRACK HIM DOWN AND GET MORE INFO.

IS ANYONE FAMILIAR WITH THIS "BODY"?? WOULD IT HAVE AN EXCALIBUR NUMBER OR A CLASSIC ROADSTERS NUMBER.

Y'ALL HAVE A REALLY GREAT DAY.

BLACKJACK

ohekk · #16 (**permalink**) 08-10-2004, 06:49 PM

Jack,

I would like to talk to the guy also. Sounds like an interesting combination.

As mentioned earlier in the thread. There was lots of disorganization under the last owner. Myself and several other aquaintences watched with dismay the final months, weeks, days, hours and final minutes of the Excalibur Aiutomobile Corp.

It was sad for the former employees, who worked there with such pride, to see it die a slow death.

We know there were a lot of parts, including fiberglass bodies that left after the "line" was shut down. To my knowledge, there were only five sold as "Components Only" Others may have left under other circumstances.

I know where the last "uncompleted" Cobra from the line is and of course I have the LAST "Components Only" Excalibur Cobra to leave the factory.

Please note there was another set of molds similar to the Excalibur body with slight differences in the doors,back up lights and parting lines. This could be one of those.

The only way to be sure would be to get a good look at it.

topgun · #17 (**permalink**) 11-25-2004, 07:35 PM

Hi guys, I ran across this on the web!!! Great info!!! I recently purchased # 037 Excalibur with 1600 miles from my brother in law in Ohio. It's in great shape and an untouched original in British Racing Green (no stripes). My State Farm insurance will not cover the car (they cover ALL my other cars?). Any suggestions on a decent Insurance Co would be great. Also, What are these cars worth? Jay (aka topgun)

Excaliber · #18 (**permalink**) 11-25-2004, 09:41 PM

The Excalibur is unique among replica Cobras in that it is a Federally recognized, authorized, etc "real" car made by a "real" car manufacturer.

That FACT I always stressed when I applied for insurance (plus I NEVER called the car a "Cobra" because it is not).

Worth? I haven't been keeping up with recent re-sales and have always wondered if "in time" they will appreciate quite nicely. I think they WILL. I would insure for no less than $35K myself. Seems to me the last sale I saw was around $28K or so.

I had car #33.

MilwDoug · #19 (**permalink**) 11-26-2004, 01:08 PM

Call Amica Insurance. I have had them for 20 years now, and they are the best in the business. Someone backed into my Excalibur a few years ago and Amica took care of everything. I never had to talk to the other insurance co. and had none of the expenses challenged, and it was very expensive for what really seemed to be minor damage. I've had a number of claims over the last 20 years and they have always been handled with no problems. And, once you are a policy holder they won't cancel you for a few tickets or a few claims. As you know, with these cars, tickets can be a problem. They list the the car as an Excalibur, and charge me about $800 per year for full coverage. Because they are a mutual co. they rebate 20% of the premium at the end of the year.

RumblB · #20 (**permalink**) 11-26-2004, 02:57 PM

I don't understand why StateFarm is giving you a hassle. They have been covering mine for nearly eight years.

I declare the make as Cobra. Manufacturer as Excalibur. Every year they send me a questionairre about how many miles it was driven.

Here are some factors that may affect their decision to cover mine. I am the only driver, and my ticket and accident record is clean for more than 15 years.

Rich