[Dan Stryffeler]

TY,

EM used to build a very solid car, but it probably had too many options to produce profitably, especially with the influx of less expensive kits on the market - EM suddenly became a relatively costly car to put together. They did have some problems with back orders on parts, but in this industry that is not all that uncommon, and the issues were always resolved to my satisfaction.

They have since changed course and gone after a niche market with a stretched wheelbase, stainless steel frame and a single source suspension, hoping to recapture some sales, but still a relatively expensive car.

I have not seen the new car in person, but I'm sure it's very nice - EM is known for the quality of their bodies and frames.

They also have a very good assembly manual and any questions I had during assembly were quickly answered.

As for my car; after seeing a few ERA's and then some Shelbys, I found that I really didn't like the stance on my car - EM's sit very high with 2 to 3 inches of clearance between the tire and upper wheel-well. I spent some pretty serious cash to get the car lowered to get that "look". When all was done, I could have spent less and got an ERA to begin with. But again, the stance issue was a personal choice for me.

But the car is a blast to drive, except on harsh pavement when my panhard bar sometimes hits the trunk floor, (design error is my fault - not theirs).

An airplane ticket is a cheap investment against the cost of any of these cars - fly down there, see if they are building anything, ask to see their stock of parts, drive the car, etc.

- Dan