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08-23-2013, 07:50 AM
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Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: rye,
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Which is the best cobra manufacturer?
I am looking to buy a Cobra roadster, and I would like to hear opinions on the top five manufacturers of the replicas.
I have a 2005 Superformance Cobra Daytona Coupe that I purchased with 700 miles. I love the looks, the sound, and of course the performance.
I just purchased a 2011 Shelby GT 350, but I have not seen the car yet.
Now I am turning my attention to the roadster, and I am looking for a quality product.
Thanks in advance for you advice
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08-23-2013, 08:07 AM
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Location: Tucson,
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Kirkham or Shelby are the top two. From there, opinions will vary but mine would be ERA, Hurricane and SPF.
Larry
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08-23-2013, 08:08 AM
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Join Date: Dec 2001
Location: Shasta Lake,
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Probably a CSX Continuation, Kirkham, ERA, Superformance, and then a number of others that are great if built well.
Ron 
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08-23-2013, 08:13 AM
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Join Date: Mar 2009
Cobra Make, Engine: FFR
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#1 Kirkham
#2 ERA
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08-23-2013, 08:39 AM
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Cobra Make, Engine: SPF#0760
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The manufacturer of the one you own.....
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08-23-2013, 09:12 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2001
Location: BRADENTON,
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Cobra Make, Engine: KIRKHAM 427 S/C, SHELBY 427 ALUM. STROKER
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"Nobody does it better....." (cue James Bond sound track)...................Kirkham
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08-23-2013, 10:05 AM
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Join Date: Mar 2000
Location: Dayton,
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Cobra Make, Engine: RCR SLC, Graziano 6-spd, LS3
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Shelby charges the most, so they MUST be the best...right? 
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08-23-2013, 10:20 AM
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Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Bay Area (Peninsula),
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Cobra Make, Engine: ERA 427, 427/487 side-oiler
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Depends what you want. I'm assuming you want either a roller, or a car that's been built by someone else? Also, do you want a big or small block? Is correctness in appearance very important to you? What is your price range? If you can provide more guidance, you will get more specific answers.
That said, I can tell you that I chose an ERA because I wanted to build it myself and thought ERA made the nicest kit in terms of looks, quality, features, and customization. The other kits all were nice too, this is just my opinion. If I wanted a complete car or a roller, I would prioritize correctness (the way it sits) and a big block, and my top choices in order would be Kirkham, ERA, and then Shelby.
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08-23-2013, 10:21 AM
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Cobra Make, Engine: ERA #732, 428FE (447 CID), TKO600, Solid Flat Tappet Cam, Tons of Aluminum
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You have to judge the car on its individual merits. I have personally seen ERA, CSX and Kirkham cars that were not nearly as nice as a beautifully prepared FFR. Don't go by just the name alone.
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08-23-2013, 10:29 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2007
Cobra Make, Engine: KMP 539, a Ton of Aluminum
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What is your budget?
Do you want a fiberglass or aluminum body?
Where are you on the authenticity meter or how accurate do you want your Cobra to be to an original 1960's Shelby/AC Cobra?
Once those questions are answered we'll point you in the right direction.
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08-23-2013, 10:49 AM
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Join Date: Dec 2002
Location: New Jersey,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Shelby Cobra CSX4206 aluminum body, original 1965 NASCAR 427 SO, Dual quads.
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There is only one Company that is still legally manufacturing Cobras. SAI. However, The only 2 companies continuing to produce authentic Cobras as according to the leading authoroty are Shelby and Kirkham ... this according to the SAAC World Registry. If you want a "Cobra" those are your choices outside of those made in the 60s.
Since you purchased a GT350 (awesome car btw) likely the SAI pedigree means something to you and it should if you love Cobras. Nothing but a Shelby can deliver that.
The rest are replicas of Cobras. Out of that group my vote goes to ERA.
Lets get our terms straight.
I expect the non Shelby owning peanut gallery to jump in with their usual self serving analysis of the term "replica" but the fact remains the official position has been stated and is in print in the leading authoritative text on the subject. All their analysis and foot stamping won't change things.
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08-23-2013, 10:54 AM
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Location: Las Vegas,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Shelby CSX4005LA, Roush 427IR
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Golly, twice in a week.
Search can be your friend.
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Tony
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08-23-2013, 11:08 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by REAL 1
There is only one Company that is still legally manufacturing Cobras. SAI. However, The only 2 companies continuing to produce authentic Cobras as according to the leading authoroty are Shelby and Kirkham ... this according to the SAAC World Registry. If you want a "Cobra" those are your choices outside of those made in the 60s.
Since you purchased a GT350 (awesome car btw) likely the SAI pedigree means something to you and it should if you love Cobras. Nothing but a Shelby can deliver that.
The rest are replicas of Cobras. Out of that group my vote goes to ERA.
Lets get our terms straight.
I expect the non Shelby owning peanut gallery to jump in with their usual self serving analysis of the term "replica" but the fact remains the official position has been stated and is in print in the leading authoritative text on the subject. All their analysis and foot stamping won't change things.
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"Best" can be interpreted in many different ways. And the "self-serving" comment is also in it of itself "self-serving."
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08-23-2013, 11:11 AM
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Cobra Make, Engine: ERA #732, 428FE (447 CID), TKO600, Solid Flat Tappet Cam, Tons of Aluminum
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Originally Posted by RodKnock
"Best" can be interpreted in many different ways. And the "self-serving" comment is also in it of itself "self-serving."
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FWIW, I always serve myself first. That way I can be assured of getting more than the other guy. 
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08-23-2013, 11:28 AM
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Join Date: Dec 2002
Location: New Jersey,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Shelby Cobra CSX4206 aluminum body, original 1965 NASCAR 427 SO, Dual quads.
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Major difference is "my statements" are not self serving opinionated hyperbole based on my own personal view. I am Merely repeating the official position stated in The World Registry of Cobras (not of replicas but COBRAS) which is THE authoritative text.
Thanks.
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08-23-2013, 11:50 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by REAL 1
Major difference is "my statements" are not self serving opinionated hyperbole based on my own personal view. I am Merely repeating the official position stated in The World Registry of Cobras (not of replicas but COBRAS) which is THE authoritative text.
Thanks.
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The book in which you refer to also specifically states that the continuation models offered by SAI are " true replicas."
The OP asked for opinions "on the top five manufacturers of the replicas." And that would include the Shelby Cobra continuation models.
And yes, your comments are self-serving, but that's OK. We all are to some extent. The OP just needs a Club Cobra Orientation Day so he can get squared away before posting to the forum.
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08-23-2013, 11:51 AM
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Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Bay Area (Peninsula),
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Cobra Make, Engine: ERA 427, 427/487 side-oiler
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Quote:
Originally Posted by REAL 1
Major difference is "my statements" are not self serving opinionated hyperbole based on my own personal view. I am Merely repeating the official position stated in The World Registry of Cobras (not of replicas but COBRAS) which is THE authoritative text.
Thanks.
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This forum is mostly self-serving opinionated hyperbole, which is one of the reasons I like it.
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08-23-2013, 11:55 AM
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Location: West Chester,
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Cobra Make, Engine: ERA #795 427 S/C completed Jan. '14 - '68 FE 427 side oiler
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Hey,
Once you guys have sorted this out, maybe you can resolve the abortion debate or tackle the true meaning of life. I'm not in any way comparing this to those much bigger issues except to say that they all have about the same likelihood of any kind of consensus.
Regards,
Kevin
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08-23-2013, 12:04 PM
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Cobra Make, Engine: ERA 427, 427/487 side-oiler
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Ironically there seems to be more agreement than disagreement on the prior posts that the top three are Kirkham, Shelby, and ERA.
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08-23-2013, 12:07 PM
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Cobra Make, Engine: ERA #732, 428FE (447 CID), TKO600, Solid Flat Tappet Cam, Tons of Aluminum
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Quote:
Originally Posted by lippy
Ironically there seems to be more agreement than disagreement on the prior posts that the top three are Kirkham, Shelby, and ERA.
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Always does. Then the follow up is whether aluminum and the Shelby name are important. Once that's answered it's pretty much over.
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