Peter,
Very well spoken. I couldn't agree more.
In the case of 356 replicas, the contempt is similar to that felt by TD
owners for those silly MIGI (or whatever they're now called) kits, on VW
chassis.
A GOOD replica should......are you ready for this.......REPLICATE the
original as nearly as possible, in every way. What a concept!
That's why the Beck Spyders are so well received among the 356 owners.
I recall seeing Jaguar C and D type replicas, at Import Carlisle,
several years ago. They were VERY well done, and I would have loved to
have one. Don't know what the Jaguar folks think about them. But,
since my philosophy has always been: the only one my car needs to
impress is ME, I really don't care ;)
Bud Osbourne
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-spridgets@autox.team.net
[mailto:owner-spridgets@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Peter C.
Sent: Sunday, July 16, 2006 9:04 PM
To: Bud Osbourne
Cc: spridgets@autox.team.net
Subject: RE: Beck Porschelica
Bud,
I think the shape, style and specifications of the Spyder,
real or replicated, are desirable. Much as I find those qualities
desirable in a Bugeye, a 65 Spridget, a leaf-sprung Land Rover, or
MGA coupe. The provenance isn't important to me. Some styles are
forever. If a 65 E-type replica were made, that wasn't priced in line
with a restored original, I would look. There are a number of cars
that get me excited. I'm not partial to year, marque or country.
Sadly, the majority of throwbacks are poor substitutes. The car, any
car, should make you smile when you walk up to it, get in it, and get
out after a drive. If it doesn't, dump it. If any pleasure is derived
from how much you paid for it, or how much others are envious of it,
shame on you.
The contempt often originates from owners of originals who
feel emasculated rather than honored by the copy.
Wrong words, perhaps, but hopefully you get the gist.
Sorry, nearly ranted there. Saw some wretched excesses this
weekend. Bud, we've talked before.... I know you're not "one of them."
Time for a soak in the 'tub? :-)
Peter C.
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