Misconceptions

[jhv48]

I break owners down into these three categories:

1. The "Haves". They own original 60's era cobras. Nuff said!

2. The "Wannabes". They couldn't afford an original so they bought some kind of replica and try to pass it off as something it isn't and never will be. You are in this category if you are continually trying to convince others that yours is better than theirs for whatever reason.

3. The "Rest of Us". Who could give a rats ass who built your car or when it was made. We appreciate them all. But we REALLY appreciate an original.

[REAL 1]

Originally Posted by jhv48

I break owners down into these three categories:

1. The "Haves". They own original 60's era cobras. Nuff said!

2. The "Wannabes". They couldn't afford an original so they bought some kind of replica and try to pass it off as something it isn't and never will be. You are in this category if you are continually trying to convince others that yours is better than theirs for whatever reason.

3. The "Rest of Us". Who could give a rats ass who built your car or when it was made. We appreciate them all. But we REALLY appreciate an original.

See this is another shining example. That's your breakdown not mine. By your logic my 2012 Boss 302 LS is not a real Boss 302 since it wasn't made in the 60's. Oh, and my 2005 Ford GT is not a real Ford GT since it wasn't made in the 60's (please note the GT40 was always officially known as the Ford GT not its popularly known reference as the GT40).

Anyway, here's my breakdown.

1. The "Haves". Owners of original Shelby Cobras and Continuation Shelby Cobras.

2. Those that own copies of Shelby Cobras.

3. ...actually I don't have a #3.

Cheers,

[cycleguy55]

Originally Posted by REAL 1

Anyway, here's my breakdown.

1. The "Haves". Owners of original Shelby Cobras and Continuation Shelby Cobras.

2. Those that own copies of Shelby Cobras.

3. ...actually I don't have a #3.

Cheers,

Your #2 (e.g. Wannabes) assumes those who don't own "original Shelby Cobras and/or Continuation Shelby Cobras" actually aspire to own one (or both).

As difficult as it may be to understand or accept, I'm sure there are many, perhaps the majority, who are plenty happy with their Superformance, Kirkham, ERA, BDR, etc. and who do not aspire to own a 'real Cobra' (your words, not mine).

A lid for every pot, I guess.

[Al G]

Originally Posted by cycleguy55

Your #2 (e.g. Wannabes) assumes those who don't own "original Shelby Cobras and/or Continuation Shelby Cobras" actually aspire to own one (or both).

As difficult as it may be to understand or accept, I'm sure there are many, perhaps the majority, who are plenty happy with their Superformance, Kirkham, ERA, BDR, etc. and who do not aspire to own a 'real Cobra' (your words, not mine).

A lid for every pot, I guess.

How does Evan imply his #2s aspire to be #1s? You seem to be reaching for something he didn't say.

[REAL 1]

Originally Posted by Al G

How does Evan imply his #2s aspire to be #1s? You seem to be reaching for something he didn't say.

Precisely. Thanks.

[cycleguy55]

Originally Posted by Al G

How does Evan imply his #2s aspire to be #1s? You seem to be reaching for something he didn't say.

#2 was titled 'Wannabes'. Wannabe what? See #1.

[REAL 1]

Originally Posted by cycleguy55

#2 was titled 'Wannabes'. Wannabe what? See #1.

Wrong.

You need to read more carefully. You and many others here love to see what you want to see whether it's there or not. As usual, don't let the facts get in the way.

Night.

[mikeinatlanta]

Originally Posted by REAL 1

You and many others here love to see what you want to see whether it's there or not. As usual, don't let the facts get in the way.

Damn,
Coffee on the keyboard. Twice in one thread no less.

[Al G]

Originally Posted by cycleguy55

#2 was titled 'Wannabes'. Wannabe what? See #1.

His post that I saw doesn't say that.

[REAL 1]

Originally Posted by Al G

His post that I saw doesn't say that.

Al: You have to read what I say through their "eyes" or "perspective". What I say in black and white doesn't matter.

[Bernica]

Evan,
I am assuming that you are doing all of this thread while on billable hours to someone.
Sorry, I just couldn't resist!

[REAL 1]

Originally Posted by cycleguy55

Your #2 (e.g. Wannabes) assumes those who don't own "original Shelby Cobras and/or Continuation Shelby Cobras" actually aspire to own one (or both).

As difficult as it may be to understand or accept, I'm sure there are many, perhaps the majority, who are plenty happy with their Superformance, Kirkham, ERA, BDR, etc. and who do not aspire to own a 'real Cobra' (your words, not mine).

A lid for every pot, I guess.

Not assuming a single thing nor did what I say in any way intimate what you say my #2 assumes. It was a simple and concise statement. Like always the majority of non-Shelby owners start "assuming" what I meant and reading into what I say.

The fact that you are just as happy owning a non Shelby and see you car how you see it is once again, another example of what I have been repeating here. "Better" depends on one's definition of "better" or "just as good" I guess.

[jhv48]

Originally Posted by REAL 1

See this is another shining example. By your logic my 2012 Boss 302 LS is not a real Boss 302 since it wasn't made in the 60's. Oh, and my 2005 Ford GT is not a real Ford GT since it wasn't made in the 60's (please note the GT40 was always officially known as the Ford GT not its popularly known reference as the GT40.

Exactly my definition of a "WANNABE."

A "HAVE" would own originals of both of these cars.