New Cobra owner ...First Impressions !!

[glassdriver72]

I also recently purchased a BDR and recieve the same type of questions. following are my responses.

1. It is a factory built replica, manufactured in South Africa. It comes to the USA completed, minus the engine and transmission, which is installed by the local dealer, or yourself if you are so inclined.
2. The local BDR dealer has cars starting at $43,900. Teh price varies greatly based ont eh engine and other options. I have his number if you are interested.
3. It is limited production, factory manufactured vehicle. Hand Built with Attitude. Only approximately 900 of them in the world from this company.

Enjoy the car and the attention, that is part of the reason for owning one.

[REAL 1]

See, I knew that if I posted that it would result in some wise crack.

Yes, it is simple for a BDR owner. It is a replica.

For a continuation series. Its not a replica of a Cobra it is a "Cobra". So the answer I give "Yes its REAL, its a Continuation series Shelby.". Factual, accurate and truthful and EASY.

[patrickt]

Originally Posted by REAL 1

See, I knew that if I posted that it would result in some wise crack.

But note that I let it slide. Actually, I'm still marveling that TButtrick really believed that I temporarily got my ERA in to the SAAC registry because of my rotary wiper knob....

[TButtrick]

Originally Posted by patrickt

But note that I let it slide. Actually, I'm still marveling that TButtrick really believed that I temporarily got my ERA in to the SAAC registry because of my rotary wiper knob....

I only marvel at the fact that a replica cobra owner with same passion would bash another because he thinks his ride is more accurate/superior/correct when their ride is just another fake as any of them. I'll be the first to admit that I an be an asshole once in a while when defending FFR, but to be an asshole 100% time has GOT to be a living nightmare.

[patrickt]

Originally Posted by TButtrick

I only marvel at the fact that a replica cobra owner with same passion would bash another because he thinks his ride is more accurate/superior/correct when their ride is just another fake as any of them. I'll be the first to admit that I an be an asshole once in a while when defending FFR, but to be an asshole 100% time has GOT to be a living nightmare.

Aww, c'mon. The fact that you really believed that I got my ERA in to the SAAC Registry because of the wiper knob, and then got kicked out because of a roll bar grommet, is pretty funny. In your defense though, I didn't attribute it to your stupidity, but rather to a mental handicap or substance abuse problem... or both.

[madmaxx]

The term "Cobra" has been diluted over the years with mustangs. When someone ask about my car I assure them it is not a Cobra, but a Superformance Mark III, I do not want someone to mistake that I have a Mustang II Cobra, or a 98 Mustang Cobra or a reptile or a wannbe Cobra called a continuation series marketing ploy stole from Ford.

Originally Posted by REAL 1

See, I knew that if I posted that it would result in some wise crack.

Yes, it is simple for a BDR owner. It is a replica.

For a continuation series. Its not a replica of a Cobra it is a "Cobra". So the answer I give "Yes its REAL, its a Continuation series Shelby.". Factual, accurate and truthful and EASY.

[RodKnock]

Doug, Doug, Doug. You see what happens when you get too close to the flames?

I read Evan's post and ignored it.

Can someone start a 2005-2006 Ford GT thread...please? Evan will post there, since he owns a replica of the original GT40.

Go screw up my "Kopec-Beef" thread and leave this one alone.

[N2VENOM]

Have fun with the questions. Most people don't know the difference between a "real or replica" cobra. It’s just a way for them to break the ice. Be honest and educate them. When I am asked if it real, I say "no it’s not an original Shelby, it’s a more advanced KIRKHAM".

[RodKnock]

Originally Posted by N2VENOM

When I am asked if it real, I say "no it’s not an original Shelby, it’s a more advanced KIRKHAM".

Now that's what I'm talking about!

Innovative, smart, accurate. Good answer.

[Stentor]

Originally Posted by madmaxx

The term "Cobra" has been diluted over the years with mustangs. When someone ask about my car I assure them it is not a Cobra, but a Superformance Mark III, I do not want someone to mistake that I have a Mustang II Cobra, or a 98 Mustang Cobra or a reptile or a wannbe Cobra called a continuation series marketing ploy stole from Ford.

SPFs are very nice cars--I hope you enjoy your Mark III.

My ego and self worth have been deflated after learning that you think my CSX 4000 is a "wannabe" Cobra. And all this time I really thought I could pass it off as an original Cobra.

[patrickt]

Originally Posted by Stentor

And all this time I really thought I could pass it off as an original Cobra.

That has to do with whether your wipers self-park, whether or not you don't have the appropriate grommets, and, of course, if you're well-versed in cheese....

[madmaxx]

I shot off half cocked a little earlier, I do that alot. It was after I posted I read your profile. I guess it is fair to call yours a Cobra or at worst a continuation series.

Originally Posted by Stentor

SPFs are very nice cars--I hope you enjoy your Mark III.

My ego and self worth have been deflated after learning that you think my CSX 4000 is a "wannabe" Cobra. And all this time I really thought I could pass it off as an original Cobra.

[patrickt]

Originally Posted by madmaxx

I guess it is fair to call yours a Cobra or at worst a continuation series.

Uhh, I'd like to see one more roll bar on it, please. But clearly the black stripes show impeccable taste.

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[RodKnock]

Originally Posted by patrickt

Uhh, I'd like to see one more roll bar on it, please. But clearly the black stripes show impeccable taste.

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I'm thinking about black stripes too, but my taste is always impeccable no matter what.

Hopefully, no one derails this thread even further with the "one versus two" roll bar debate.