[Aussie Mike]

A couple of things to think to think on...

It cost about the same to paint a good kit as it does a cheap kit.

Engine and trans cost about the same for a good kit of a cheap kit.

It cost the same to wire a good kit as it does a cheap kit.

Wheels and tyres will cost the same for a good kit or a cheap kit.

Interior trimming will cost the same for a good kit or a cheap kit.

Engineering will cost the same for a good kit or a cheap kit (possibly more for a cheap kit as the good one will come with reports).

A good kit should drive and handle better than a cheap one (especially a Crown based one).

A finished Cobra based on a good kit will always sell for much more than a cheap one and sell easier.

My advice is to start with the best kit you can afford as the extra investment will pay for itself in the long run.

Cheers