We cannot always rely on the strict definition of words or terms, as they tend to change over time and with use.
Example being the term, "replica", very few "Cobra's" meet the strict definiton of the word, which is an exacting replication of an original. And yet, we frequently use the term "replica" to describe our cars, even if they have a GM engine under the hood!
Fair enough.
"Kit" may fall under a similiar troubling definition, certainly it seems to carry a negative connotation. "Roller" seems to be the "new term on the block", along with "continuation", both are fitting and accurate as it pertains to several different models, BDR being one.
Never the less, I won't rule out the term "kit", as what ever replica it is, it is not complete from the originating factory and some assembly is still required to finish it. Some "kits" are just more complete than others...
What Shelby did in the 60's was not a "kit", not a "roller", not a "replica", certainly not a "continuation". It was a Federally approved complete vehicle leaving the Shelby factory as a fully assembled and ready to drive vehicle. Much like the Series 1 was supposed to be. A modern Shelby in every sense of the word, no "clarification" of what it was, was required, back in the day or with the modern Series 1 edition.
The Cobra, ANY Cobra being built today, needs a LOT of clarification. A lengthy discussion to determine where it fit's within the market place, it's heritage, it's birth right. BDR is no exception to that "law" (call it "Ernies Law").