[Nuke427]

I've done both of what you are asking. It really makes no difference with the two options you've listed. Buy a used complete car and it would probably have little mileage. Most who buy a turnkey minus contract out the motor/trans install either to the dealer they bought it from or a local shop. The later may just be to complete a crate motor with trans and you do the install, doesn't really matter. As far as resale, whether you bought a used complete or turnkey minus makes no difference. It depends on which car you've chosen and the quality of the build. My experience is if you buy a complete used car, more than likely most of the kinks are out of it and you can enjoy. Totally dependant on who you buy from, really a lot of variables. I guess it boils down to do you want to start driving immediately or would you like to put a touch of your own sweat in it first.