Turk,
The reason for the fuss is the recent move by many insurance companies to stop writing Cobras all together. It isn't just that it's getting expensive, we've seen lots of people ask where they can get insurance for their Cobra. I'm concerned that if we don't do something, it will get much worse in time. That's all. I've gotten lots of personal e-mails from those who know I work for an insurance company telling me they just can't find insurance.
Tabester,
I'm not sure how or why they see a 17 year old with a BMW any different. I'm not 17 (unfotunately
), but I'm pretty sure it is very expensive to insure a teenager. I don't think the insurance companies would ever ask for airbags or crumple zones. They've never done it with street rods, 'Vettes, '55 Chevys, Model Ts, so I truly don't think they'd do it with us. And personally, no I would not bow to that. Definitely not. I love my Cobra. I want it safe. I wear my harness. But I'd sell my car first before I put an airbag or ABS in it.
You know, I never thought about the money issue. I've never created a group like this, so I can't answer it well. DV addressed it well. Am I looking for any profit? No way. I'll say it here and now, if someone wanted to pay me for this, I'll donate that money to charity. I want no money or personal glory. I just want to help all Cobra owners if I can. That's all.
Bumpster,
I apologize if my post sounded like an insult. I didn't mean it that way. My company has a very close relationship with Parrish Heacock. They are experts, as you correctly point out. I will happily speak with them (I actually will be doing that anyway soon for my work) to get their opinions. I didn't finish my thought on the last post. Actually, I've kind of forgotten my train of thought last night. Ugh. We can ask for their opinions, it can't hurt.
Steve
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