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05-15-2013, 07:33 AM
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Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: Lehigh Valley, PA,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Look-a-like cobra POS
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CSX 4995 / Export Only?
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05-15-2013, 08:00 AM
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Location: Carlsbad,
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Cobra Make, Engine: SPF 2932 with 438 Lykins Motorsports engine. Previous owner of FFR 5452.
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Maybe it has been totaled.
Possibly an east coast hurricane victim. Now repaired?
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05-15-2013, 08:10 AM
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Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Bullhead City,
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Cobra Make, Engine: CSX4815
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The tires in the background adds a nice touch!
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05-15-2013, 08:15 AM
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Thats a possibility, title washed in Canada.......listing shows title is "clear".
I'll check the SAAC registry when I get home for the original owner, don't want any of our foreign friends to get burned.
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05-15-2013, 08:44 AM
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Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: Shreveport,
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Cobra Make, Engine: SAI; '68 427FESO Southern Automotive
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The engine bay looks dirty, the cockpit is dirty (the carpet are seat belts show some kind of staining), the whole car could have been detailed better for the pictures.
And what's with the big red "WARNING" post on the right of the windshield?
Hmmm...
Last edited by Tutosnake; 05-15-2013 at 08:47 AM..
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05-15-2013, 09:08 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2001
Location: Buffalo, NY USA,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Superformance
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There is a story here that involves both Canadian and US govt. agencies. Lets just say this is what happens when you try to decieve the authorities.............
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05-15-2013, 09:09 AM
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Looks like the belts have mold spots.
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05-15-2013, 09:19 AM
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Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: Charlotte,
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Cobra Make, Engine: SPO 2813, Roush 427SR/TW
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Yea, looks a bit suspect to me. I noticed the "warning" sign as well. I just hope any potential buyer sees the "warning".
That being said, the qualification as to where it can't be sold begs explanation on the surface.
The warning sign, pile of tires in the background, mold spots on the seat belts, overall dirty presentation, etc. just screams "ask lots of questions and do not buy without seeing first and explanation".
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05-15-2013, 09:27 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Jonesboro,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Backdraft 874 solid red Roush 427 small block 515 hp
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Some thing is very wrong. Even Russia?
See my eBay reply:
Dear rpatton3,
This cobra is a reverse of your car. This one can only be exported, it can not be registered in the US, because a stipulation from the US border and Customs department.
- uzzisl
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Last edited by rpatton3; 05-15-2013 at 10:00 AM..
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05-15-2013, 09:55 AM
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Location: Bethesda,
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Cobra Make, Engine: CSX 6022, navy blue, period correct 427 SO
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This car was also on Cobra Country. Sure looks like it was flood damaged with all those stains and seemingly dirty water residue. Also, the ride height in the front is a mess. Something is very wrong with this car. 
I really can't stand dishonest/misleading sellers. 
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05-15-2013, 09:57 AM
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Quote " even the Russians".
There are some Russians who can get very angry, wise move not to betray.
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05-15-2013, 10:00 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dcdoug
This car was also on Cobra Country. Sure looks like it was flood damaged with all those stains and seemingly dirty water residue. Also, the ride height in the front is a mess. Something is very wrong with this car.
I really can't stand dishonest/misleading sellers. |
I also noticed the ride height. Wonder if that was when the engine was out. Height adjustment is easy with the coilovers.
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05-15-2013, 10:02 AM
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The Russians don't get mad; they get even!
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05-15-2013, 10:23 AM
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Cobra Make, Engine: CSX 6022, navy blue, period correct 427 SO
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Quote:
Originally Posted by bret a ewing
I also noticed the ride height. Wonder if that was when the engine was out.
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Maybe it was. Sure looks like it. Too easy to adjust to have it that screwed up otherwise. Maybe that was taken when he was replacing the engine due to the flood damage. 
I asked him a question on Ebay about the export only and asked if it had flood damage or had ever had a salvage title. We'll see if he answers. He does have a 100% ebay rating, so maybe he will.
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05-15-2013, 10:30 AM
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Cobra Make, Engine: KMP 539, a Ton of Aluminum
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Originally Posted by Mark IV
There is a story here that involves both Canadian and US govt. agencies. Lets just say this is what happens when you try to decieve the authorities.............
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Quote:
Originally Posted by rpatton3
Dear rpatton3,
This cobra is a reverse of your car. This one can only be exported, it can not be registered in the US, because a stipulation from the US border and Customs department.
- uzzisl
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So, someone got into trouble with the governments of at least two countries.  |
05-15-2013, 10:46 AM
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Cobra Make, Engine: Sold - Shelby Cobra CSX6045, 468 ci all aluminum Shelby engine
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I saw that ad yesterday and thought it was strange. Also noticed it's listed as a 1966 and titled as a 2008. I can maybe understand the title year, but where did 1966 come from? I'm sure the Shelby MSO said 1965.
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05-15-2013, 04:40 PM
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Location: Bethesda,
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Cobra Make, Engine: CSX 6022, navy blue, period correct 427 SO
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So here is what I got back. Too bad he doesn't just say this in the ad:
Dear dbw,
The stipulation when I purchased it from U.S. Customs and Boarder Department was that the car has to be exported. The title is CLEAR, it is not a flood car, nor is it a Salvaged Title.
- uzzisl
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05-15-2013, 04:57 PM
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Location: Jonesboro,
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I don't think this was "evidence" in a drug case or security from IRS auction. I have been to IRS auctions. Our sheriff had a Navigator he was holding for DEA. He had to report mileage quarterly. Naturally, under lock and key with video security, too.
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Last edited by rpatton3; 05-15-2013 at 05:03 PM..
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05-15-2013, 05:18 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Ottawa,
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Cobra Make, Engine: 2002 Superformance w/392 stroker
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Quote:
Originally Posted by rpatton3
I don't think this was "evidence" in a drug case or security from IRS auction. I have been to IRS auctions. Our sheriff had a Navigator he was holding for DEA. He had to report mileage quarterly. Naturally, under lock and key with video security, too.
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I think the story of this car is not that exciting. It was originally sold in Canada and was later resold into the U.S. as a completed car. It was likely seized by U.S. Customs at that time for being non-compliant with federal standards. I doubt it's more than that.
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05-16-2013, 05:18 AM
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Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: Shreveport,
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Cobra Make, Engine: SAI; '68 427FESO Southern Automotive
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It still needs a day or so at the spa before anyone @should consider buying it...  |
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