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I have been watching the auction also and some interesting revelations come to mind. Spending big dollars is only a side effect, the real issue lies in the effect on what is happening in the less than concours / non Shelby market. The market prices are being driven upward for anything that is a big block or fastback mustang because of the popularity of Eleanor, and the fact 66-68 Shelbys are fairly easy to replicate. Verification on the other hand is another story. I am concern that as the Shelby drivers (non concourse) hit 6 figures, it is a safe bet that they won't stay in that status for long. They eventually become trailered Queens and start to take on the persona of Big Foot i.e. they are often talked about but rarely seen. I know, I have one. Thus the clones come in and fill the void ( I didn't say that did I). I think it is just a matter of time before all of these cars will be out of the price range of enthusists and in to the hands of collectors. By the way, I do drive my KR so I have one for Show and the other One for GO. RedCSX1 I totally understand what you are saying but unfortunately the winning bidder will find out that he could have gotten a lot better for less if he had done his homework.
My .02
Keith
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