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08-23-2013, 03:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Dimis
I'd have thought FFR are the "best". No?
They have sold far more than any of the others.
Possibly more than all others combined.
Popular opinion would therefore suggest that for the vast majority of cobra owners agree with me.
Else FWIW: I'm with rodknock
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Factory Five is by far the most popular yes but that doesn't make them the best. They sell more kits than the rest combined. If not then they are close to that. They have sold in excess of 10,000 kits. Kirkham is in the 750s. Not sure on the others. But just because you sell more doesn't make you the best. Is Toyota the best car on the road? And comparing a FFR with Kirkham is like comparing Toyota with BMW.
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08-23-2013, 05:57 PM
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Originally Posted by phattyhales
Factory Five is by far the most popular yes but that doesn't make them the best. They sell more kits than the rest combined. If not then they are close to that. They have sold in excess of 10,000 kits. Kirkham is in the 750s. Not sure on the others. But just because you sell more doesn't make you the best. Is Toyota the best car on the road? And comparing a FFR with Kirkham is like comparing Toyota with BMW.
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This is only because of your biased definition of best. 
Case in point: I own, coincidently both a BMW and Toyota.
Trust me, the Toyota is better in many categories, don't let reputations con you.
It all depends on ones intended use, then we can discuss the virtues of which is truly "best".
For me, the cobra I chose IS the best... it's the best as per my desires and definition. It's even better than an original, because in my mind it has better components, engine and suspension. But that doesn't make it the best for you or the next guy
So if we are going to be truly unbiased is our assessment - then FFR is the best for the vast majority. Since our op hasn't stated what his intended use is, then I think it's prudent to tell him to start by looking at an FFR, and then go from there. You follow?
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08-23-2013, 03:19 PM
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And I should not forget to add that but not for #1 in my list above, meaning a fiberglass-bodied replica works for you, then ERA would meet the other criteria.
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08-23-2013, 03:41 PM
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I think the OP went to the nearest Chevy dealership and bought a Corvette already. 
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08-23-2013, 04:11 PM
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The OP wanted some opinions as to which "Cobras" are to be considered superior and we end up beating that old dead horse to death yet again !!!!!!! The OP has left the building.
To me it's so simple:
Only the Cobras built by AC and Shelby in the 60's are the "original" and very valuable cars. They are commonly refered to as "real" by the unwashed.
Everything else is a replica.
The replicas built by Shelby are "Real Shelby Cobras" they're just not "original" cobras.
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08-23-2013, 04:22 PM
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Which is the best cobra?
Whichever one you decide to buy and enjoy.
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08-23-2013, 04:22 PM
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Best???? ROAD SERPENTS, hands down! (do the search)
Sadly very had to find now.............................
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08-23-2013, 08:35 PM
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Because I wanted a citing of that ruling. I can't find it.
The peculiar thing is that while there are hundreds of trademarks for the word Cobra, not one of them is for a car. There is a trademark owned by Ford for keychains and license plate surrounds and other trim, there is a trademark for car mats and there is a trademark for several different engines including those used for drilling. But not for a car.
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Shelby Cobra was trademarked, but no longer active
Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe is in force
Shelby King Cobra is dead
Shelby 427 S/C is active
Last edited by Paul F; 08-23-2013 at 08:41 PM..
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08-23-2013, 10:34 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Paul F
Because I wanted a citing of that ruling. I can't find it.
The peculiar thing is that while there are hundreds of trademarks for the word Cobra, not one of them is for a car. There is a trademark owned by Ford for keychains and license plate surrounds and other trim, there is a trademark for car mats and there is a trademark for several different engines including those used for drilling. But not for a car.
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Shelby Cobra was trademarked, but no longer active
Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe is in force
Shelby King Cobra is dead
Shelby 427 S/C is active
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Well, hopefully, he'll cite it, quickly and succinctly, but it has absolutely nothing to do with who makes the best Cobra replica. And yes, that includes the Shelby version.
Although I think the OP decided he now wants a GT40 replica and presently is investigating "Who makes the best GT40?" Unfortunately, only Superformance can call their replica a GT40, and be listed in the World Registry, because they license the name from Safir, who bought the license.....eh forget it.
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08-23-2013, 11:10 PM
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Kirkham, I don't have to explain why...
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08-24-2013, 06:11 AM
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Just a suggestion to all those arguing...the OP said "which is best". He said nothing about "which car currently being produced is best".
That might throw another 50 manufacturers into the debate.
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08-24-2013, 09:32 AM
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From the op, I would assume that he is going to be more interested in maintaining the value of his purchase......so the real question....._Which will retain value the most.......????...
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08-24-2013, 10:52 AM
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I don't know...might be fun to watch. 
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08-24-2013, 11:11 AM
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I don't know...might be fun to watch. |
For a very, very short time...maybe. 
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08-24-2013, 11:34 AM
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I don't know...might be fun to watch. |
Nah when I found out someone had an Excalibur(not the sword) I gave up the idea. It's like he has the same prepared statement ready to post at every chance. 
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08-25-2013, 02:34 AM
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I don't know...might be fun to watch. |
I may have been a touch wrong.
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08-25-2013, 02:37 AM
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Originally Posted by Jamo
I may have been a touch wrong.
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No, your right...
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08-25-2013, 05:37 AM
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i may have been a touch wrong.
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Now that's funny. LOL
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08-25-2013, 11:56 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Jamo
I may have been a touch wrong.
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Mmmm still at it I see.
Real 1 Well I'm glad you have your paperwork. I will leave it at Continuation Cobra because for me it does not fit the definition of other words I have used. And also maybe watermark was the wrong term but for current pictures taken I need to put something on them if posted online. I wouldn't want someone to think what is a real Cobra, Daytona, 300 SL Gullwing..., to be not a real one.
Best has to be better defined by OP. Is a Continuation or Kirkham better than mine in workmanship I would have to say so since most everyone states the workmanship quality of a 60's Cobra.
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08-26-2013, 07:12 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Jamo
I may have been a touch wrong.
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Understand.
I have grown weary of following this thread with a pooper scooper.
Move on, boys...
The OP sure has.
Thanks
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