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07-14-2016, 03:05 PM
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Originally Posted by RodKnock
Buddy's post would be interesting to me, if it were in fact what we're talking about, which was the Forbes article. And the Forbes article dealt with more than just the SPF selling cars as more than just a Superformance. The article also discussed other subjects like the word "genuine," "replica" and "kit car." And also discussed CSX.
I thought the matter was settled when at least some of us agreed that the Forbes article was "disappointing." And it was to me.
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RK - I understand you have a sensitive BS meter. I for one like that you are geared that way, but if you've ever been interviewed you'd understand. 
Some people hear just whatever they want. No matter what, or how you tell them. Then they proceed to write or post whatever there little heart desires...
There are examples even on this forum as recent as gt-gate where people take their own liberties with facts. That's why you can't trust the media cnn, bbc, or faux news You just can't put brains in bricks.
Fwiw: I'm with the SPF boys hear. No harm. No foul. Play on.
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07-14-2016, 03:32 PM
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Originally Posted by Dimis
RK - I understand you have a sensitive BS meter. I for one like that you are geared that way, but if you've ever been interviewed you'd understand.
Some people hear just whatever they want. No matter what, or how you tell them. Then they proceed to write or post whatever there little heart desires...
There are examples even on this forum as recent as gt-gate where people take their own liberties with facts. That's why you can't trust the media cnn, bbc, or faux news You just can't put brains in bricks.
Fwiw: I'm with the SPF boys hear. No harm. No foul. Play on. |
Without going back into the details, and "litigating" the matter again, let's just say I'm skeptical, and I've always been a skeptical person. I've seen "how the sausage gets made." And to continue with the metaphor, that's why I don't buy sausages.  
And I've been the sole dissenting voice in a crowded room before, so I'm not going to fear going alone on matters. |
07-14-2016, 02:48 PM
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Just thought I would chime in. I will leave it alone now as I think we are all in somewhat agreement.
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07-14-2016, 02:50 PM
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Just thought I would chime in. I will leave it alone now as I think we are all in somewhat agreement.
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Ya, let's not start another "hoo ha."  |
07-14-2016, 03:01 PM
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Yup, nothing else to see here.
Let's all go back to helping identify part numbers, color codes, MSD, TKO vs Toploaders, wiring issues (that's for Patrick) and the whatnot that provides more substance and information to the members, IMHO.
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07-14-2016, 04:17 PM
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@DavidGagnard, add me to the short list of Superformance owners that doesn't rag on others' cars. I can't justify committing 7 figures towards a real cobra, so I bought a replica of one. I suspect 99% of replica owners did so for the same reason: to get as close as possible to the real thing without committing the retirement savings to one car. To me, we all share the same passion for these cars. Which replica you own and drive is moot, they are ALL great, and being enjoyed by their owners. Ragging on another replica? Makes zero sense to me. Live and let live. And I love GT350 clones too.....no fear of ruining a real one while actually ENJOYING it? That's BADASS!
Don't hate, just help spread the gospel.....
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07-14-2016, 04:51 PM
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@DavidGagnard, add me to the short list of Superformance owners that doesn't rag on others' cars. I can't justify committing 7 figures towards a real cobra, so I bought a replica of one. I suspect 99% of replica owners did so for the same reason: to get as close as possible to the real thing without committing the retirement savings to one car. To me, we all share the same passion for these cars. Which replica you own and drive is moot, they are ALL great, and being enjoyed by their owners. Ragging on another replica? Makes zero sense to me. Live and let live. And I love GT350 clones too.....no fear of ruining a real one while actually ENJOYING it? That's BADASS!
Don't hate, just help spread the gospel.....
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I'll add you to the short list,actually now that I think back way back when, there were 2 or 3 owners that were really nice guys, but that is out of at least 30 owners I've met and talked to........
As to everything else you said I agree 100%....I can't afford the real thing (65 GT-350), and likely never will,so I did what I could afford, built my own (back in 1995) and drive it/race it and show it sometimes and don't worry about road rash or paint chips....
My first introduction to the Superformance cars was back in the early 90's (I think, not sure of the year) when a buddy bought one,don't remember the # but it was a low number....I spent two weekends with him in his shop shoehorning a 428/toploader in that car......it was a beautiful car, too bad he drove less than 100 miles a year and never really enjoyed it, then he traded it off for another car......
Like I said earlier, I like the cars, just don't care for some of the owners and their attitude........
David
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07-14-2016, 04:42 PM
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The Cowsill's? Well, this thread has gone to S##t now!
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07-14-2016, 04:50 PM
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The Cowsill's? Well, this thread has gone to S##t now!
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That happened a long time go. Right about here:
Next time.....ignore the article. |
07-14-2016, 04:52 PM
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My bad to all. As I said before, I wish I hadn't posted it! Didn't see all of this coming for sure! 
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07-14-2016, 04:55 PM
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My bad to all. As I said before, I wish I hadn't posted it! Didn't see all of this coming for sure! |
Ya, next time you post an article, scan it first and look for the phrase "It's not a kit car."
That should have been your first clue. (just kidding) |
07-14-2016, 05:02 PM
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Ya, next time you post an article, scan it first and look for the phrase "It's not a kit car."
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Thanks RK! I will keep that in mind in the future! I learn every day. 
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07-14-2016, 04:54 PM
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The Cowsill's? Well, this thread has gone to S##t now!
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I like to give RodKnock something he has to look up. You know he claims there's something wrong with the way I think.  I just don't see it....  |
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