Why does every thread here devolve into a "Real" vs. "Replica" argument?

[RodKnock]

Originally Posted by twobjshelbys

Well, no matter what you think, the evidence is clear that Shelby cars sell for more than the others. But of course you will subscribe to the conspiracy theory that all of the Barrett Jackson auctions are rigged.

Yes, Shelby Cobra replicas are worth more than other replicas. Why? Well, they cost more.

As "4pipes" said, the difference in the used car market is negligible between Shelby and Kirkham, certainly NOT the $60K roller difference and the Shelby gets painted.

They're just asking prices, but there are a couple Kirkhams listed on eBay right now asking $170,000 and $190,000. And you regularly see CSX's for sale new or nearly new for $175,000-$200,000 (ish). But here's a sold alloy CSX, which was asking $150,000.

"Shelby 427SC Cobra, CSX4334, (California VIN#CSX4334). Shelby aluminum coachwork finished in Guardsman blue. The BIG Picture: Click Here! Registered under the coveted “SB100” [California Senate Bill 100]—that means no smog certification, no California registration hassles for the life of the car! BIG closeup of its highly-coveted California SB100 sticker: Click Here! Under the hood: original Ford cast-iron 427FE side-oiler V8, stroked with a modified Ford 428FE crank [to 484 cid]. BIG Photo of powerplant: Click Here! Keith Black pistons, Edelbrock aluminum heads [9.8:1 compression... thus this rocket-thruster thrives on premium pump gas] & intake manifold with Holley 750 cfm carburetor & turkey pan, MSD ignition ensemble. In-Your-Face frontal shot: Click Here! The engine [built by 427FE master builder Southern Automotive], is mated to a 4-speed Ford/NASCAR large-spline toploader transmission. Another BIG 3/4-frontal shot (driver side): Click Here! The chassis is the traditional Shelby 4" main frame and four corner, coil-over suspension, rack & pinion steering, and Shelby 4-wheel disc brakes. BIG broadside shot#1 (driver side): Click Here! Rolling stock: polished 15” Trigo Halibrand-style pin-drive knockoff wheels shod with Goodyear Eagle period-correct rubber. BIG Photo of cockpit#1: Click Here! In the (Legend-correct) cockpit: original-style 15" steering wheel [BIG closeup of Moto-Lita wheel & dashboard#1: Click Here!], Shelby American blackfaced gauges; BIG closeup of Shelby American gauges: Click Here!], Legend-correct pedals, leather upholstery, Raydyot mirrors and windwings. BIG closeup of Moto-Lita wheel & dashboard#2: Click Here! Safety features include: Simpson 4-point shoulder harnesses and driver’s-side padded rollbar. BIG Photo of cockpit#2: Click Here! You also get: a canvas waterproof top, Cobra car cover, Shelby MSO, and a visor signed by Carroll Shelby [Carroll Shelby’s autograph on the visor: Click Here!]. 3,325 miles [5,351 km]. Never raced, tracked or otherwise abused, always garaged. BIG 3/4-rearview shot (passenger side): Click Here! $150,000 obo. Contact Joe at 650-796-xxxx
BIG closeup of Shelby dash plaque: Click Here!
BIG broadside shot#2 (driver side): Click Here!
Palo Alto (S.F. bay area), California
24 July
11 August 2015: You can mark my (all-aluminium) Guardsman Blue Shelby CSX4334 Cobra SOLD! It's now on The London Express headed for France! And you can tell Curt that I received the deposit within 24 hours after my ad went up on your site. I received other serious responses from all over, including one from Switzerland. My Cobra sold sight-unseen except for your site's spectacularly effective photography tips. Curt advised me that my nice Nikon D7100 would pay for itself with this one photo-shoot, and he was absolutely correct. You can color me (and the buyer) a happy camper! Best regards, Joe Barta"

According to Evan his Shelby Cobra replica is worth $240,000, to him and his insurance company. But Evan's CSX4206 is supposedly one of the most detailed CSX's on Earth, so his car deserves a premium over other CSX's.

4pipes point and mine, the CSX plaque may be worth $20K +/-.