I can tell you what you already know. It is extremely difficult to select a kit manufacturer. I have tried to organize all the data from each web site, ordered and watched all videos including Factory 5 and “Bitten By the Snake”. Also spent time on Cobra Country to try and figure differences in kits. It’s amazing how each manufacturer can claim the best and explain why. I have built a car before, but never had this many decisions. One builder in the area (Blue Moon Motorsports) seems on the up and up. Does anyone know them? I want to build some of the car but don’t have time for a complete. I would rather not have a donor in the driveway for a year while building. Complete roller kits seem very popular but why do they vary from $11,000 to $26,000? Chassis are also confusing. I want a round town driver but would like to get on the track once in a while. Round tubing, square tubing, thickness, weight, ladder, wishbone, torsion, twist and stiffness are all important… I guess??? Body style is also important to me. I want the doors to fit well and the finish to be perfect. I know a lot of this has to do with the painter. Kits come painted or not. Which is better? I can find a painter in Orlando but fiberglass is not as prevalent. How long should the body be (90”, 92”, 94.5”)? I want the car to be comfortable and look original and take my wife to the beach on some weekends. Most California cars are stretched. How about the power plant? Would an original 427 be authentic? I like small block 351W better. Again, want a round town car that performs well on the track on occasion. Do I order crate motor (no warranty), or have built by one of dozens on Internet? How about suspension? Jag, Ford, 3 point, 4 point, IRS or homemade? I want a comfortable ride and can’t possible test all alternatives. Has everyone else gone though this decision process? Thank you for any advice. Plain and simple…I want a Cobra.
