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General Discussion / Re: First AC Cobras delivered to the US?
« on: February 02, 2019, 16:42:29 »
Two books come to mind:

The First Three Shelby Cobras by Gordon Bruce

Cobra Pilote, the Ed Hugus Story by Robert D. Walker

Both books detail the early history of Cobras in the US.

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Cobra (Thames Ditton) Forum / 289 Cobra Reproduction on Hemmings
« on: August 01, 2017, 23:55:02 »
It sure looks like a Kirkham, built by Dave Wagner.
   If that's what it is, price seems crazy high, $75,000 higher than other Kirkhams, $50,000 higher than Shelby alloy continuation cars.

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This car is local to me and I've been to see it.
   It's in good not great condition.
   It's a fuel injected model with some engine bay modifications.
   Riveted scoop on hood.
   I opine that it's not priced well as there has been no interest in several tries on ebay.
   If someone is truly interested, I will be glad to lend local assistance.

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There is a wheel on ebay.
   Item # 182454043778

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Any update/news?

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Can anyone tell me or show me what type of weatherstrip/molding is at bottom of hardtop, where it sits on the body of the car? What are measurements and profile so I could try to find or replicate?  Thank you.

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Keith,
   Thank you for the trouble you've taken with the fuel filler caps.
   I would like to order one,if it's not too late.
   I may be contacted at m_terlecky@yahoo.com
   Thanks again,
   Mark

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AK1164 to be part of RM's "Dingman Auction" on June 9-10 in USA.
   There is no reserve so it will be interesting to see what it sells for.

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The red painted wheels and riveted hood are not to my taste.

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I think the problem in the US is the many Shelby Cobra replicas and kit cars.  The AC AutoKraft cars find it hard to differentiate themselves from the herd.  I think in Europe they are perceived as legitimate cars in their own right, due to their handmade aluminum construction and the long history of AC Cars.

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I had my car AK1121, an excellent example, listed on Ebay at $89,000 and it didn't sell.

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Thanks for the link.

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I have AK1121, which is a US spec carb car.  It came with a single exhaust system with dual outlets on the left sde.  I was able to convert to a true dual exhaust system with a muffler under each side(door).  I utilized the original polished tips for the tips of the new system, one tip at each side.

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Does anyone know what the gasket is for the fuel sender.  Mine is leaking.  I would rather put on a ready made one than make my own.
   Thank you,
   Mark

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Rick,
   Any info on AK1121?  It was sold by Muck Motors and you personally delivered it to West Cheater, PA  Thanks, Mark

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