[flipper35]

A few thoughts here.

1: With the whatever the group name is, I think an inspection sticker would be good. My NEW insurance company (Wawanesa) sent an inspector to our house to check the car over, take pictures, etc. It provides them with a baseline on the condition of the car. They just started insuring 'replica' cars. They have great rates.

2: When was the last time you saw a 32 Ford at Buttonwillow? Cobras have the REPUTATION of an in-your-face, bare essentials, high performance machine like a Viper, but with 60's era safety equipment. Cobras ARE perceived differently than other self assembled vehicles.

3: A national organization with inspection guidelines can also help with builders/owners whose cars may be unsafe or have unintended safety issues, like an incorrect fuel line, or running the brake lines between the header tubes. This would prevent some claims, further reducing the insurance company's apprehension.

4: I think the driver(s) should also have a rating or 'sticker' for age, experience, driving schools, driving record, etc.

I am a little confused as to how I can help, but say the word and I will do what I can.

I do have to admit I am lucky like Turk. Great rates, no restrictions, and I have no boat to triple my annual premium.