[Jmar]

I think most people that have the idea that our cars are of lesser quality are not educated in our specialty. When somebody asks if it is a kit car I tell them yes and show them around the car to educate them. I also explain to them that this car was built using combination of techniques from the hot rodding and racing world. I usually tell them that it's no different than the '32 Ford with the Chevy engine or the 1970 Dodge that had the slant 6 replaced with a crate Hemi.

I think they show a little more respect when they see the amount of work invested in the details. I have one or two friends in my club that have poorly constructed kits and they really get it from the other members that put in a lot of effort to finish their cars well.