Replica's are all well and good but the thing I hate the most is this question "Is it a real one?" which is a legitimate question. That is why I wouldn't buy or even consider trading my original Shelby for a replica, continuation etc.... Anyone can buy a new replica, no one can buy your original Shelby unless you sale it to them :-).
Some will say "Yeah but who has the $millions to buy the real deal", okay I understand that, but unless your racing it, invest your money in a real one of what you can afford IMHO.