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#31

Cars For Sale / Re: 2005 Saleen S281, low mile...

Last post by jimhyc - June 19, 2026, 04:54:22 AM

SOLD...

#32

Wanted to Buy / WTB 2006 Shelby GTH

Last post by 7777kx - June 19, 2026, 03:06:04 AM

Would any Forum member/user know of a low mileage, mint condition 2006 Hertz car available to purchase?
I owned one some years ago and would like another, if possible?
I am based in the UK and have been involved with Shelby cars for nearly 50 years and can supply USA references.
Please email
faulknerstevens@btinternet.com
Many thanks
Alan

#33

1966 Shelby GT350/GT350H / Re: 66 Quarter Window Authenti...

Last post by Bob Gaines - June 19, 2026, 01:07:31 AM

Hi Brandosaac,

Because the original black trim pieces were plastic, not fiberglass like the Branda Kit, yours are likely original because they are plastic.  Because of their age, they tend to warp and that is when owners like to replace with new straight pieces.  The aluminum molding is probably original as well, guilt by association to the plastic pieces.  The plexiglass if original probably has some grazing, showing it age and authenticity.  I'd say, base on your story and the what you have shown us, they are original.  Value is a harder one to determine.  At least a couple of hundred dollars.  Maybe double a Branda kit.

Hope that helps.

Cory

The exterior aluminum trim That SA used was Brite dip anodized from the MFG. That is a special type of clear anodizing the automotive industry uses on aluminum trim that protects but does not dull the shine like if you did a typical clear anodizing job on them. If you can noticeably polish the trim up with aluminum polish (black on a rag) then they are not anodized . The clear anodizing barrier keeps that from happening in the same way the anodizing keeps the aluminum surface underneath the clear from reacting with the air and oxidizing(turning dull).

#34

1966 Shelby GT350/GT350H / Re: 66 Quarter Window Authenti...

Last post by 6s1640 - June 19, 2026, 12:17:34 AM

Hi Brandosaac,

Because the original black trim pieces were plastic, not fiberglass like the Branda Kit, yours are likely original because they are plastic.  Because of their age, they tend to warp and that is when owners like to replace with new straight pieces.  The aluminum molding is probably original as well, guilt by association to the plastic pieces.  The plexiglass if original probably has some grazing, showing it age and authenticity.  I'd say, base on your story and the what you have shown us, they are original.  Value is a harder one to determine.  At least a couple of hundred dollars.  Maybe double a Branda kit.

Hope that helps.

Cory

#35

1968 Shelby GT350/500/500KR / Re: Re: 1968 Shelby Steering W...

Last post by Bob Gaines - June 18, 2026, 10:57:00 PM

Rickmustang, thank you. Does mine look original to you?

      TIA, Roy

The cross hatch texture in the background is the tell that it is original. The repros have a smooth background.

#36

1968 Shelby GT350/500/500KR / Re: Re: 1968 Shelby Steering W...

Last post by TA Coupe - June 18, 2026, 10:42:24 PM

Rickmustang, thank you. Does mine look original to you?

      TIA, Roy

#37

1968 Shelby GT350/500/500KR / Re: Re: 1968 Shelby Steering W...

Last post by Rickmustang - June 18, 2026, 10:29:10 PM

No part number on original

#38

1968 Shelby GT350/500/500KR / 1968 Steering Wheel emblem

Last post by TA Coupe - June 18, 2026, 10:03:14 PM

Did the center emblem have a part number originally, as I have one I've had since the early to mid 70's and it has no numbers on it. I wouldn't think they would be making reproductions that soon after the cars were produced?

      Roy

#39

Wanted to Buy / Re: Wanted : de Mexico Coupe...

Last post by TA Coupe - June 18, 2026, 09:43:21 PM

I would definitely say that is a while back😆

    Roy

#40

CSX1000, 4000, 7000, 8000 / Re: CSX4000 history

Last post by Bill - June 18, 2026, 07:07:27 PM

Hello SAAC Forum,
I have been a SAAC member for 22 years.

I just purchased CSX4147, and could use some help on its history. It comes with the original statement of origin dated 1999. It also comes with the paperwork from NY where the engine was installed. Other than the gentleman I purchased from, and knowing it was in NY prior to his ownership, I was hoping to see if there
is any additional history.

I went to the cobra registry, and that did not have anything.

Appreciate the help.
Thanks, Sean

Originally delivered to Billy Andrews at HRE as what must only be described as a "pallet" car (my words, not located within the actual registry, but given the following information, once can surmise, I'll leave it at that) per the 4th edition of the World Registry of Cobras and GT40's (publishing date unknown), with the following deleted items noted:wheels, sidepipes, vinyl upholstery, and headers. Also uncertain if the fiberglass body was painted or not at that time.

This is the car with the 351W "stroked" to "427cid"
Appears to have bought and sold a number of times:
Discussion from the new in 2024 owner getting ready to sell his ERA:
http://www.clubcobra.com/forums/all-cobra-talk/148011-getting-ready-list-era-575-427-sc.html
Where he bought it on BAT:
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/shelby-cobra-csx4000-6/
Sold on Cobra country
https://www.cobracountry.com/cars-for-sale/shelby-427sc-cobra-csx4147-szambel/
Then sold to you on BAT just recently:
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1965-shelby-cobra-csx4000-12/

That is all I see in my records, club cobra is down, as it has been on and off (mostly off) for the last few years, so I cannot dig into any other posts there at this time.

Hope you find this helpful

Bill