Here is my take on the whole clone NIGHTMARE of a topic. Here is the definition as it appears in the Merriam-Webster Dictionary...
Main Entry: 1clone
Pronunciation: 'klOn
Function: noun
Etymology: Greek klOn twig, slip; akin to Greek klan to break -- more at CLAST
2 : one that appears to be a copy of an original form <a clone of a personal computer>
"copy of an original" That means not some dumb ass Pro Street 69 Camaro with Yenko Stripes, or even a completely correct Yenko Camaro clone but in red or black, or some POS look alike that has Weld wheels and a big ugly black Autometer tach, etc.
For the record I don't think there is anything wrong with a clone as long as it is done right!!!!! Please everyone stop contributing to the stupidity!!!!!!