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Scott,
The MOST important thing is to sit in them, drive them if you can, or at least go for a ride in them. It will help you decide which is the best replica FOR YOU in oh-so-many-ways! No 2 Cobra kits feel the same way, either sitting still, or at speed, at least that was my experience. See which ones have the most leg room. Which ones can you get in and out of the easiest. Which ones feel the most solid over rough roads. Which ones have the most comfortable seats. Look at how the body attaches to the frame. Look for frame gusseting and diagonal cross members for reinforcement. Take a looooong time to look over all the little details that you miss on the first glance.
Create a spreadsheet and itemize every little thing that the kit manufacturer includes. Give each car a separate column and then compare them. You will be amazed at all the little parts you didn't think of that aren't included in some kits. They don't look like such good deals after that.
Don't let shiny paint or a chromed engine sway you. You can do all that yourself. Look for solid construction and attention to detail. That is what sets a quality kit apart. You can see which choice I made. Good luck to you.
Charlie
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