Best response to, "Is that an original?"

Xack · #1 (**permalink**) 06-23-2013, 08:43 PM

I know this guy who is relatively knowledgeable about cars, being a mechanic. However, not knowing anything about Cobras being from the Chevy corner of the world. He thought that an original Shelby Cobra had a Chevy 427 in it. He insisted that Carol Shelby used GM engines.... I just said "Oh really!" and nodded as if I had learned something.

Jaydee · #2 (**permalink**) 06-24-2013, 03:52 AM

There's always a fine line between a smart arse return comment and a clever one. I haven't finished mine yet, and I'm not sure I really want that much attention. I've loved the car all my life and I've tried not to annoy someone who has one. So what's been the most annoying questions you get asked? Or the silliest? This has been a great thread to know how to respond when I finish mine.
JD

dallas_ · #3 (**permalink**) 06-24-2013, 08:40 AM

I always laugh and say "hell no, but thanks for asking".