[tcrist]

Paul,

It is simple, most people do not ask the question correctly.

For the "is is real" question the answer is as simple as asking if the sun or the moon is real, yes, they are looking at a REAL vehicle. Of course we know what they mean. So it seems that the best answer when you are asked that question is, "it is not an original AC Cobra it is a (insert what ever you want here)".

If they want to know more, they will ask.

You are correct. There is no sense in being a smart a$$ about it. It is all part of owning one of these cars. Get your response prepared. You are going to be using it a lot.

JMO of course.