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Originally Posted by A-Snake
I'm starting to be of the opinion that the term "kit" is becoming generic for any and all Cobras that are not of 60's vintage. Perhaps owners should use the term component car, as Shelby American does, as that might help in defining the new cars.  |
Lets be clear, since we have this on the table.
"Cobras" are limited to original series, completion series, continuation series, COB, COX and Kirkham Cobras. I refer you to the SAAC Registry which is universally considered the Bible on all things Cobra.
The rest are generically referred to as "Cobras" by Joe public and our hobby community but technically are not legally or otherwise. They are "tribute Cobras" to coin a phrase just used.
The term "Kit" I believe is also dealt with by the Registry and does not include Shelbys either original or continuation.
I don't consider my Shelby a "kit" and never will. I serious doubt many CSX owners would either nor do I see or get the sense that the term "kit" is or is beginning to generically include them. Quite the contrary. I see and get the sense that over the years they have been accepted and considered genuine Cobras.
Disclaimer: This was not started by me so don't go there.