You can have ERA build a
complete roller. Minus only engine & trans; just the way you stated for $50k or less. If you stick to your build plan.
But it will take over a year to receive from order time to delivery from Peter. As for a very good quality complete turn key engine/trans package. You should get a quote from Mike Forte @
forte'spartsconnection.com He's been helping AC builders for more than 30 years. He offers killer eng/trans combo's!
At really good (-14k) prices!! Have Mike send the eng/trans package to (there close) Peter & have ERA drop it in;
Turn Key!! I think you could do the whole ride for less than $65k. Like you said; build basic/solid!!, add more later! They really don't come any more solid than a ERA, for the price!!