For CSX 2000 and 3000 Series Cobra Owners Eyes Only

[OnyxRider]

I didn't realize a thread already existed with a similar question as mine.

First being in a family that have owned original Cobras(including anything with a "Cobra" in the title or a cobra engine) I really never "looked down" on whatever word you choose to use...replica, kit, copy kat...if it has four wheels and drives and you enjoy it that is all that matters.

Maybe I should sign up on the SAAC website because there I'm guessing are owners of 1960's Cobras. I'm still annoyed at Kopec for turning me away at his home when trying to get convention info almost 30 years ago. Yes it was his house SAAC headquarters at the time and told me I had the wrong address. That with a '65 R GT350 in the garage. I still owe him an arse kicking.

I can drive a multitude of automobiles and never get asked the question of original unless I'm driving a Cobra. I drove a Pegaso the other weekend to Naples to visit the museum and not many knew what it was, but I didn't get asked is it original.

Someone made a good point about owning an AC, I'm going to ask my brother he owns a '60 AC Ace Bristol.

[Jamo]

Originally Posted by OnyxRider

I didn't realize a thread already existed with a similar question as mine.

First being in a family that have owned original Cobras(including anything with a "Cobra" in the title or a cobra engine) I really never "looked down" on whatever word you choose to use...replica, kit, copy kat...if it has four wheels and drives and you enjoy it that is all that matters.

Maybe I should sign up on the SAAC website because there I'm guessing are owners of 1960's Cobras. I'm still annoyed at Kopec for turning me away at his home when trying to get convention info almost 30 years ago. Yes it was his house SAAC headquarters at the time and told me I had the wrong address. That with a '65 R GT350 in the garage. I still owe him an arse kicking.

I can drive a multitude of automobiles and never get asked the question of original unless I'm driving a Cobra. I drove a Pegaso the other weekend to Naples to visit the museum and not many knew what it was, but I didn't get asked is it original.

Someone made a good point about owning an AC, I'm going to ask my brother he owns a '60 AC Ace Bristol.

You asked a different question than previous threads. The angst of owners of the various reproductions is just something that pops up from time to time under a full moon no matter what the thread is about. Another one is "big block versus small block" even anyone with half a brain knows that big blocks are better.

Good on you for your outlook on folks having fun no matter what they drive.

[ERA Chas]

Originally Posted by Jamo

Another one is "big block versus small block" even anyone with half a brain knows that big blocks are better.

You're right of course but the Mods said you're not allowed to post on here 'less you got an oldtime CSX...
You only have a fakey-doo K-car.

[A-Snake]

Originally Posted by Jamo

Another one is "big block versus small block" even anyone with half a brain knows that big blocks are better.

So Jamo...want to start that thread? Someone with a 'full' brain may think differently.

[DMXF]

OnyxRider, recently an aide who I have helping my mother had stopped over my place with her and the garage was open. My car is undergoing restoration and old grungy panels and bits I'm having trouble finding people to straighten/repair (everyone wants to make new) were spread around the place and the chassis and body up on saw horses. The nose is stripped, but not the rear portion. Well, the girl saw the Cobra and asked if it was one of those "fiberglass cars". Aside from her being oblivious to the fact that the nose was exposed bare aluminum with scars showing 40+ years of existence (it's hard to get good help, including caregivers!), my point being aside from the replica question, with so many kit cars around for many years, many laypersons simply think of Cobras now as spiffy kit cars and don't necessarily associate them with actual vintage cars. One more reason to just enjoy the car yourself and not get too engrossed into what others perceive. BTW, are you Geoff C.?

[Jamo]

Hehehehehe....gots to keep the blood flowing.

Chas....assolutely, mine's as "fake" as anything else not built in the 60s. Whatcha all worked up about?

Relax...enjoy...mind the flowers and the birds chirping...have a shot of raki.

[froggyman]

Late in posting, I know, but here it goes.

I was just asked this question coming back home from the 2013 London Cobra Show, this past Sunday, as I pumped gas south of Columbus:

"Hey man, is it an original or is it a kit, and what year is it?"

My answer: "NEITHER, IT IS A 2008 SUPERFORMANCE MKIII BUILT IN SOUTH AFRICA." At which the curious inquirer scratched his head and said or asked no more and walked away.

Plain and simple truth works best always.

[REAL 1]

Originally Posted by froggyman

Late in posting, I know, but here it goes.

I was just asked this question coming back home from the 2013 London Cobra Show, this past Sunday, as I pumped gas south of Columbus:

"Hey man, is it an original or is it a kit, and what year is it?"

My answer: "NEITHER, IT IS A 2008 SUPERFORMANCE MKIII BUILT IN SOUTH AFRICA." At which the curious inquirer scratched his head and said or asked no more and walked away.

Plain and simple truth works best always.

And the "civilian" smiles and stares not knowing what a Suprerformance MKIII built in S. Africa is. Talk about confusing!!!

[computerworks]

...but at least he's not lying.

[jhv48]

Originally Posted by computerworks

...but at least he's not lying.

Yes he is. SPF's are kit cars.

[ERA Chas]

Originally Posted by Jamo

Hehehehehe....gots to keep the blood flowing.

Chas....assolutely, mine's as "fake" as anything else not built in the 60s. Whatcha all worked up about?

Well you know us uptight, underachieving ERA owners. We only asspire to be Kirkham owners...

[Dimis]

Originally Posted by ERA Chas

Well you know us uptight, underachieving ERA owners. We only asspire to be Kirkham owners...

You don't know how right you are...

You will soon be in the market again, and my magic-8-ball sees a K-car in your future.

Unfortunately you'll have to answer "No" to the question that shall never again be asked on this forum, but something tells me, unlike some others, you won't have a problem with that
You show none of the signs of insecurity that others may. I say, more power to You!

[Dimis]

Originally Posted by jhv48

Yes he is. SPF's are kit cars.

Originally Posted by froggyman

Sighhhh.....

Your SPF cars are some 40 odd builds apart and you can't even agree if they are Kit cars or not...

What chances this Real vs other thing?

Let just all agree to disagree, provided we all agree that mine's bigger and better than... Oh never mind.

Anyone for more popcorn?

[ERA Chas]

Originally Posted by Dimis

Unfortunately you'll have to answer "No" to the question that shall never again be asked on this forum, but something tells me, unlike some others, you won't have a problem with that

In past, I've been asked by more than one 'sophisticated car guy' "Say, what year Corvette is that?"
My answer was always 3000 on the clock and two large, acrid smears of BB.
That learned 'em.

[Tutosnake]

Boy, I need to hurry and meet some of you in person. I bet (hope) you guys are not half as bad as this thread presents. I'm confused because with the exception of a very few, it seems like a lot of y'all's comments are self contradictory, and inconsistent. Maybe I am reading too much into this, and like a good novice, caring too much. Maybe alcohol is involved

Peace,
Tuto

[REAL 1]

Jamo: Read the Registry at page 30. You may be surprised to know that Kirkhams...

Oh, never mind.

; )

[Jamo]

Originally Posted by REAL 1

Jamo: Read the Registry at page 30. You may be surprised to know that Kirkhams...

Oh, never mind.

; )

You believe everything you read?

[REAL 1]

Originally Posted by Jamo

You believe everything you read?

Not in that over rated "Registry" thing any more at least. Learned my lesson right here on the largest "non biased" Cobra site. Yes sir! What does SAAC know anyway? They clearly are at fault here for perpetuating all this confusion for all those "civilians". Poor bastards.

[REAL 1]

Again, you misconstrue my meaning. Lol

As to what I have said since 2002 I had it right then and still do according to SAAC. So who is really the slow study?

[mrmustang]

Originally Posted by REAL 1

Again, you misconstrue my meaning. Lol

As to what I have said since 2002 I had it right then and still do according to SAAC. So who is really the slow study?

Your interpretation of the "Component Car" (SAI's and CS's own wording) you own, as documented by SAAC seems to be what is called in to question in regards to the "slow study" comment.