Ferrari Daytona Replica

So,........ aside from insulting our sensibilities, what is a replica of a Ferrari Daytona convertible worth in U.S. dollars. I mean if a Cobra can be imitated and be readily accepted, surely there is a market for an imitation Ferrari. This particular one obviously on a Corvette chassis with an L98 350 in it, was sitting outside the Russo and Steele Auction Area with a For Sale Sign, asking for $20,000 or best offer. I admit, I was tempted. What's good enough for Don Johnson is good enough for me. Besides, I'll certainly never have a real one. What's your take on it.

For me it comes down to knowing that it's a fake, and sometimes preferring to have the car that it's based on. A Cobra replica is created from the ground up, whereas something like this is adapted from an existing vehicle. I'd prefer something that was a recreation than an adaptation.

[quote=pimento;1008126]For me it comes down to knowing that it's a fake, and sometimes preferring to have the car that it's based on. A Cobra replica is created from the ground up, whereas something like this is adapted from an existing vehicle. I'd prefer something that was a recreation than an adaptation.[/quote]

To quote Andrea Aggassi; in today's world, image is everything. Anyway, thanks for your input.

Is that a Corvette C4 convertible underneath?

I'm not sure if I would pay that much for it, but I guess there are some people who would.

[quote=NSXType-R;1008130]Is that a Corvette C4 convertible underneath?

I'm not sure if I would pay that much for it, but I guess there are some people who would.[/quote]

Yes, I would think so.

a 330 GTS would be more interesting, I never liked the looks of the Daytona.

I think i would feel a little guilty misleading those that would get really excited to see it but can't tell that it's not real

[quote=henk4;1008134]a 330 GTS would be more interesting, I never liked the looks of the Daytona.[/quote]

I'd have to agree- not to say that it's ugly, just that it's bland. The wedge shape screams 70's to me- in a bad way.

Personally, I don't think it aged well.

[quote=henk4;1008134]a 330 GTS would be more interesting, I never liked the looks of the Daytona.[/quote]

[quote=NSXType-R;1008141]I'd have to agree- not to say that it's ugly, just that it's bland. The wedge shape screams 70's to me- in a bad way.

Personally, I don't think it aged well.[/quote]

This is a safe place.

I always thought the Daytona was ugly, and never really understood its appeal beyond it being the last FR V12 Ferrari for a while, and coke addled Miami Vice aspirations.

henk4, a 330 GTS was never a favourite of mine, nor a 275 GTB.

Let's all agree on an non-replica 275 GTS.

[quote=Kitdy;1008142]This is a safe place.

I always thought the Daytona was ugly, and never really understood its appeal beyond it being the last FR V12 Ferrari for a while, and coke addled Miami Vice aspirations.

henk4, a 330 GTS was never a favourite of mine, nor a 275 GTB.

Let's all agree on an non-replica 275 GTS.[/quote]

Wonderful discussion. Maybe I'll just stick with my stock C4.

The best looking convertible ever made is the Ferrari 250 GT California, SWB, covered headlamps. Or maybe the 8C Competitzione Spider.

The end.

Oh, and I'd rather have a Corvette than a fake Ferrari.

[quote=C-4 guy;1008124]So,........ aside from insulting our sensibilities, what is a replica of a Ferrari Daytona convertible worth in U.S. dollars. I mean if a Cobra can be imitated and be readily accepted, surely there is a market for an imitation Ferrari. This particular one obviously on a Corvette chassis with an L98 350 in it, was sitting outside the Russo and Steele Auction Area with a For Sale Sign, asking for $20,000 or best offer. I admit, I was tempted. What's good enough for Don Johnson is good enough for me. Besides, I'll certainly never have a real one. What's your take on it.[/quote]

A replica is a fake.
Cobras are about the only socially accepted replicas but they are quite cramped and not comfortable for everyday use.

Why fake it?
I even made up a catchphrase for this: Those who buy fake cars deserve to have their girls fake orgasms for them.
I'm pretty sure you can order a body kit and make a C4 look UNIQUE yet proudly Vette.

Something like
[IMG]http://www.corvettesalvage.com/images/c5_used_parts/GTM_Kit.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://media.voiture-miniature.com/images_miniatures/Geiger%20Corvette%20(1).jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i36.tinypic.com/8vp83l.jpg[/IMG]

Well, there seems to be a whole industry around it.

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[quote=Big time;1008255]A replica is a fake.
Cobras are about the only socially accepted replicas but they are quite cramped and not comfortable for everyday use.

Why fake it?
I even made up a catchphrase for this: Those who buy fake cars deserve to have their girls fake orgasms for them.
I'm pretty sure you can order a body kit and make a C4 look UNIQUE yet proudly Vette.

Something like
[IMG]http://www.corvettesalvage.com/images/c5_used_parts/GTM_Kit.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://media.voiture-miniature.com/images_miniatures/Geiger%20Corvette%20(1).jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://i36.tinypic.com/8vp83l.jpg[/IMG][/quote]

Don't hold back, give us your real opinion.

Factory Five car looks ok, the second car looks like a poorly built plastic kit, and the third car is Dutch sort of tuning exercise.