[crillyiv]

As I said I am new to the Replica scene. I am wondering if you can shed any light on why Mr.Shelby has decided to sue some of the Replica manufacturers. I ask because of your unique position within the industry.

My observations on the issue so far:
Virtually everyone includes the names Shelby and/or Cobra in their ads somewhere. This includes Replica manufacturers and individuals selling cars. Yes, the Replica manufacturers usually have a disclaimer.

Mr.Shelby has been aware of the Replica industry and the use of the names Shelby and Cobra for many many years. He has also been aware of the use of the general shape of the original Cobras. In some cases the exact shape.

For all those years he never did or said anything to protect any rights he feels he has or had.

I am not trying to take sides. Like I said in my previous post, the strength of the feelings expressed has caught me by surprise. I mean, an Original is an Original, and anything else is a Replica. How can a Replica hurt the Original? Many Replica owners get downright defensive when they have to say to someone, "No, it is not an Original. It is a Replica." It seems to me that the more Cobras there are, the more people will be interested in them and the value of the Original will increase.

Those who want and can afford an Original are not the same people who are the buyers of the Replicas. You buy them for different reasons. Or am I just being naive?