Never Thought This day Would Come

[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.

[lamaluv]

Don the only consolation that I can come up with in selling my car is the firm hope that the next owner will honor her past tradition and carry on the tradition of good care as well as lots of use. I could just keep her in the garage to look at and drive a couple of times a year but I feel that would be a betrayal to the old girl. The "Red Headed Mistress" deserves better after all the good things she has done for all her prior keepers.

[Donunder]

Mate, I hear you.... this sale can not be just about the dollars.

Stay well, and all the best for the future.

[JAYD]

Sorry I didn't want to piss anyone off. My question was an honest one. Some here are just a little more sensitive that at other forums were I lurk.

[mrmustang]

Originally Posted by JAYD

Sorry I didn't want to piss anyone off. My question was an honest one. Some here are just a little more sensitive that at other forums were I lurk.

Are the other sites you lurk on subject to different manufacturers of the same general item? I ask because each cobra replica manufacturer is different, and cannot be compared to each other as each car is hand built by the owner, or to the owners specifications.


Bill S.

[JAYD]

Hay Mustang most of my other forums are manufacture specific like Mustang BMW Harley but that is why my question to lama was about one ERA to anlther ERA. I get that the Cobras are different depending on who made them. Again not trying to piss anyone off and lama gave me the anser I was looking for.

[mrmustang]

Originally Posted by JAYD

Hay Mustang most of my other forums are manufacture specific like Mustang BMW Harley but that is why my question to lama was about one ERA to anlther ERA. I get that the Cobras are different depending on who made them. Again not trying to piss anyone off and lama gave me the anser I was looking for.

No problem, I was not trying to attack your posts, just try and get a better understanding of where you are coming from. Since not all ERA's are built the same (base kit, pallet kit, roller kit, and turn key), it is difficult to compare one to another all the time. Since you mentioned mine in your initial post, I responded, otherwise I'd have been a fly on the wall for this one.


Bill S.

[lamaluv]

Originally Posted by 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.

Don I have been contacted by one of your mates from down under. He wants to know about the paperwork he would need to import the car. Could you give me a contact in Australia that he could get ahold of for information?

Thanks, Dick

[Donunder]

Originally Posted by lamaluv

Don I have been contacted by one of your mates from down under. He wants to know about the paperwork he would need to import the car. Could you give me a contact in Australia that he could get ahold of for information?

Thanks, Dick

PM sent Dick.

[lamaluv]

Originally Posted by Donunder

PM sent Dick.

Thanks Don I got your PM and want to thank both you and Craig for all your help with import knowledge for Australia.