Never Thought This day Would Come

[4into4]

Someone will end up with a great Cobra. I've seen Dick's car several times and had the pleasure of being a passenger in it on the track. It's tight, solid and sticks to the road like glue. The track we were on has a long straight and the acceleration was incredible! One of the nicest and fastest Cobras I've ever been in. Wish I had the money and garage space!

[lamaluv]

Originally Posted by 4into4

Someone will end up with a great Cobra. I've seen Dick's car several times and had the pleasure of being a passenger in it on the track. It's tight, solid and sticks to the road like glue. The track we were on has a long straight and the acceleration was incredible! One of the nicest and fastest Cobras I've ever been in. Wish I had the money and garage space!

Yes we did have some fun at Inde Motor Sport in Wilcox didn't we. The Arizona Cobra Club is a great group. I think that in my "History of the Red Headed Mistress there is a picture of us in the car at the track.

Dick

[lamaluv]

Thanks for all the condolences and suggestions. Not sure that a more civilized car, even with tons of HP is the answer. Sort of like a retired NFL player being told that he can always play a game of pick up flag football on weekends. My wife tells me that winters on the beach in Florida will help and that might work until I see the first Cobra go by.

[4into4]

Originally Posted by lamaluv

Yes we did have some fun at Inde Motor Sport in Wilcox didn't we. The Arizona Cobra Club is a great group. I think that in my "History of the Red Headed Mistress there is a picture of us in the car at the track.

Dick

I never did see a photo of the day at INDE in reading the car's history (great story by the way) but I found this photo of you, my brother (LMH) and myself from that day. I was so impressed with how well your car stuck on 15" Yokohama street tires!

[lamaluv]

Originally Posted by 4into4

I never did see a photo of the day at INDE in reading the car's history (great story by the way) but I found this photo of you, my brother (LMH) and myself from that day. I was so impressed with how well your car stuck on 15" Yokohama street tires!

Sorry about that but my wife tells me that photo was edited out and I guess that I didn't notice. But I'm glad you posted your shot as I didn't have that one.

[JAYD]

Hey lamaluv the car looks pretty nice but is also very old. Saw a almost new ERA on Cobra Country last month that was cheaper than your car with some minor engine problem. How come are you askin so much?

[xb-60]

Take it easy mate. That's a bit aggressive for a first post

[lamaluv]

OK JAYD I'll answer your question. When I read it last night I'll admit I was a little put off by it. Sort of like a stranger asking how much money you make or why you married your wife. For your first post on this forum, I'll take your post as a legitimate question.

The price is based on what I have invested in the car versus vs what I believe is a fair price for an ERA car that is in very good running order. The engine rebuild and FI system cost over $20,000 alone. If you are looking for a showroom new or concourse restored Cobra my ERA is not probably what you are looking for. If you are looking for a car that has the patina of a 30 year old car and is often mistaken for an original Cobra she is just what you are looking for. There have been several discussions on this forum regarding patina. Several people are actually building their new cars to look old and have patina. So to each their own preference. At the 2007 WSCB Duane and the organizers picked ten cars from the over 200 at the Bash and my car was one of those picked. Their criteria was twofold; 1) Well-built inside and out with attention to detail and 2) very obvious evidence of use, fun and being driven. I think that is a perfect description of my car.

When Peter and John had my car up on the lift at ERA in 2010 both commented several times what great shape the car was in.

[4into4]

Originally Posted by JAYD

Hey lamaluv the car looks pretty nice but is also very old. Saw a almost new ERA on Cobra Country last month that was cheaper than your car with some minor engine problem. How come are you askin so much?

So the older they are, the cheaper they get? Wow!! Those cars from the mid-60's must be really affordable by now! Back to reality...Low 50's is pretty cheap for an ERA. Being familiar with this particular car, I would buy it in a second if I had space in my garage. I doubt it will last very long.

[mrmustang]

Originally Posted by JAYD

Hey lamaluv the car looks pretty nice but is also very old. Saw a almost new ERA on Cobra Country last month that was cheaper than your car with some minor engine problem. How come are you askin so much?

Since I am the current owner of the ERA with the minor engine issues (now hopefully taken care of) I'll state that mine was a once in a lifetime deal and does not reflect on the used market for any other ERA.

As for this car, based on it's age, it can be legally exported to just about any country around the world. This in itself ads value, along with the top quality rebuild done by it's current owner (and seller). If you are unsure why these things are so, perhaps you should step back and do a little further investigating before jumping in with a chip on your shoulder.


Bill S.

[Donunder]

There's something wonderful about an old-school Cobra.

A few years ago my son (750HP on the forum) located a 1979 Arntz in Washington state and went through the paperwork nightmare of bringing it into Australia for me. It arrived in a condition that left both of us stunned; it was as close to perfect in every aspect as you could wish. The photos we had obtained before the sale did not come close to conveying what an absolute find this car was, and needless to say it's been the joy of my life ever since.

When I saw Dick's car on Cobra Country, which I check regularly, it was like finding the Arntz all over again. The story of its life only added to my excitement. I've always considered ERAs to be among the top three most desirable Cobras and EXP002's history just adds to its mystique.

Up until now I've counted myself very fortunate that I own a car, the like of which comes along once in a lifetime, but I can truthfully say that this car of Dick's would be an honoured and respected companion to Arnie if circumstances permitted. It is a true part of Cobra history and folk lore, it has been well used and cherished by its previous owners, and I for one would be proud to be its next guardian before passing it on to the next in line of its stewardship.

Dick I know how much you must dread the day this beautiful car leaves your home and I hope you find a buyer who is prepared and willing to honour its heritage.