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12-16-2003, 12:40 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: Matawan, NJ,
Posts: 97
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Cobra Replica ranking
Has there been a ranking of the various Cobra Replica Mfg's?? It seem the "popular" ones here are SPF, Kirkham, ERA, CSX (real or replica, that is another questiion), FFR, Contemporary, Factory Five (FFR), Unique, Midstates, Lone star etc. I have a Shell Valley I bought used a couple of months ago and although it doesn't have an origianl type frame or suspension, it looks nice. Is Shell Valley a poor quality replica? I also have a 1980 vette and the Shell Valley fiberglass body seems ever bit as thick and durable as the vette. I have heard that the FFR body is rather thin to save weight and as a result a bit flimsy. I would like to see a numerical ranking of the various replica cobra, not so much for "Originality" but for overall quality, craftsmanship, original looking appearance/dimensions and value for the dollar. I am sure the average guy would have issu with parting with upwards of $45K for a roller with no drivetrain. Ibought a car to drive, not to sit in a lot to be guaked at.
Gman
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12-16-2003, 12:56 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2003
Location: Miami,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Backdraft #272, 351W
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I don't know where Shell Valley ranks, but, judging by your pics, looks like you've got a helluva nice Cobra. I found an older Shell Valley w/ a 428 for $22K a couple of years ago; wish I could have afforded it then.
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12-16-2003, 01:00 PM
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Renegade Nuns on Wheels
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Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: columbus,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Unique 427 roadster with 351C-4B
Posts: 5,129
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No ranking that I am aware of. Cars have been grouped together here before. But there has not been some sort of subjective comparison. Just to many variables.
No pecking order needed. Buy what you like. Be happy.
Rick
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12-16-2003, 01:06 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: Matawan, NJ,
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Z,
Thanks for the compliment on my car. I took a peek at your T-Bird and it looks mint! Reminded me of the 56 Bird my dad had when I was about 7 years old (I'm 37 now so it wasn't too long ago, I don't think). Cobra would look nice next to it!
Gman
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12-16-2003, 01:10 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2001
Location: San Diego,
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Ok guys,
I brought a can of worms with me. Anyone want to open it? 
Gman,
Use the search function and do your research. Get whatever brand blows your skirt up. Nobody elses "Right Answer" is your "Right Answer".
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12-16-2003, 01:30 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2002
Location: New Jersey,
N.J
Cobra Make, Engine: Shelby Cobra CSX4206 aluminum body, original 1965 NASCAR 427 SO, Dual quads.
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The CSX should'nt be ranked here. Its not just a replica of a Cobra it is a Cobra.
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12-16-2003, 01:35 PM
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The can is officially opened 
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12-16-2003, 01:37 PM
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Join Date: Jun 1999
Location: Bay Area,
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Cobra Make, Engine: What Cobra?
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Everybody being nice. Must be the holidays or something.
To say that there is NO ranking (pecking order) between FFR, SPF,ERA is not 100% truthfull now. Is IT guys? 
I too will join in on the Holiday spirit and not list them.
Happy Holidays.... 
Now for some reason, the Holidays are not up to my expectations, the gifts don't look good....I just might make such a list available Christmas morning. Otherwise it will have to wait until after the 1st.
TURK 
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12-16-2003, 01:44 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2002
Location: Shepherdsville,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Unique 427 S/C, Red w/White Sripes, 427 SO, 4 speed Top Loader
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Think I will sit this one out, this the end of 2003 and I don't need to get started. Think we have been here before????
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12-16-2003, 01:49 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: columbus,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Unique 427 roadster with 351C-4B
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Yawn........
Rick
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12-16-2003, 01:51 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2003
Location: ALBUQUERQUE,
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Cobra Make, Engine: West Coast Cobra weber fuel injected 557 C.I.. 800H.P 760LBS. TQ. Magnum T56
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PECKING ORDER???????
Maybe we can submit pictures of those wanting to be voted on amongst the different MFGs. We can vote on a 10 most favorite from each MFG. Rdorman is right way too many variables.......
Gary
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12-16-2003, 01:54 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: rocky river,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Unique 289FIA / SA 351W / a truly glorious machine
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Quote:
Originally posted by REAL 1
The CSX should'nt be ranked here. Its not just a replica of a Cobra it is a Cobra.
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Evan is absolutely correct.....
I think my head's gonna explode....
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12-16-2003, 01:57 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: rocky river,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Unique 289FIA / SA 351W / a truly glorious machine
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Quote:
Originally posted by CowtownCobra
The can is officially opened
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Only if we bite
Everybody just push themselves away from the machine...... no need to panic... We'll all get through this.... do not reach for the keyboard....
We're bigger than that...
There is still time for Evan to hit the edit button and just walk away.... 
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12-16-2003, 02:00 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2000
Location: Greenville,
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Cobra Make, Engine: 70 Shelby convertible, ERA-FIA, 66 mustang convertible, mystery Ford powered 2dr convertible
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Poke,poke,poke..Hey, what is that buzzing sound I hear.
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12-16-2003, 02:02 PM
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Join Date: Mar 2002
Location: God's country,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Original ERA 427sc, Powered by Gessford
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Quote:
Originally posted by casaleenie
Only if we bite
There is still time for Evan to hit the edit button and just walk away....
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That will happen when pigs fly! Especially since he is technically correct.
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12-16-2003, 02:09 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2002
Location: New Jersey,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Shelby Cobra CSX4206 aluminum body, original 1965 NASCAR 427 SO, Dual quads.
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Just spreading some Christmas cheer or Chanukah cheer if you like.
What did I say? Whats the problem????
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12-16-2003, 02:14 PM
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Quote:
Originally posted by REAL 1
The CSX should'nt be ranked here. Its not just a replica of a Cobra
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Happy Holidays !
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12-16-2003, 02:30 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2000
Location: Greenville,
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Cobra Make, Engine: 70 Shelby convertible, ERA-FIA, 66 mustang convertible, mystery Ford powered 2dr convertible
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Ok, the answer to the question is as follows:
1: All CSX2000 & CSX3000 series cars actually built in the 60's
2: Everything else that even remotely resembles those cars built in the 60's.
Next question.
Bill S.
Keeper of the answers
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12-16-2003, 02:38 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: columbus,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Unique 427 roadster with 351C-4B
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Quote:
Originally posted by REAL 1
What did I say? Whats the problem????
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I don't think it is that you said anything wrong. It is just that it is so predicable that it is amusing! 
Rick
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12-16-2003, 02:41 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2002
Location: Mesa, Arizona,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Unique 289 FIA,302 Crate,Holley 600cfm
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Ok I'll bite:
IF Carroll Shelby did in fact sell the Trademark/name COBRA to FORD for $1.00 then ONLY cars manufactured prior to that sale by Shelby and Cars manufactured since that sale by FORD are Cobras. This would mean that the Mustang Cobra is a Cobra and the current Shelby look alike is not. 
With apologies to all the cobras in India, Africa and southeast asia (who are really steamed that someone took their name)
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