Kirkham Hybrid FS in GA

southernfriedcj · #1 (**permalink**) 03-07-2004, 10:40 AM

KMP 230
Car is a "roller".
Body is bare file finish.
Car delivered new on 07-04-03, car is as delivered.
Yokohama tires in 60 series on 15" k.o. wheels.
Jag differential.
Wilwood brakes.
Billet upper control arms.

To complete the car will need: engine, engine accessories, tranny, clutch/pp/bh, shifter(boot and trim ring included with car), exhaust system, driveshaft, motor mounts, tranny mounts, and a battery.

Price: Off the market
Location: Athens, GA
Photos in gallery.

I'll take trades up or down on the following cars:
1932 Ford Hiboy Roadster
1950 Merc Leadsled
1955-1957 Bel Air
1955-1957 Thunderbird
1063-1967 Corvette
1965-1967 GT350 (real or clone)
1965-1967 Mustang Fastback
1967 GTO Convertible
1969 Camaro Convertible
1969 Trans Am
1969 Firebird Convertible
1969 Dodge Daytona 4spd
1969 Plymouth Road Runner 4spd
1969-1970 Plymouth GTX
1969-1975 Chevrolet Blazer/GMC Jimmy
1969-1976 Ford Bronco
1970-1971 GTO Convertible
1970 GTO Judge
1970 Plymouth Superbird 4spd(prefer Hemi)
1970 Dodge Challenger T/A
1970 AAR Cuda
1970 Mustang Mach1
1970 Boss Mustang
1970 Pontiac Trans Am
1970 Firebird Formula RA IV
Mid '70's Chevrolet/GMC Stepside 4x4 Truck
2004 Honda S2000(for her)
2004 BMW Z4(for her)
Mini Cooper S (one of the little Limey versions, not the BMW)

edit:photos in gallery quality isn't too good

Chaplin · #2 (**permalink**) 03-10-2004, 07:30 AM

You really should not be so selective in your list of possible trades. You might have better luck if you expand your list just a little bit

southernfriedcj · #3 (**permalink**) 03-10-2004, 03:52 PM

Chaplin, I guess I need to be a little more flexible. I'll also accept a "Starsky & Hutch" Gran Torino.

Cracker · #4 (**permalink**) 03-13-2004, 05:36 PM

David,

I spoke to Southernfried earlier in the week and he told me he believes they are currently set up for a BB but Kirkham has mounts that would convert to a SB engine. He also said it comes with the upgraded Penske shocks, aluminum hood scoop, heavy duty half-shafts and jag rear already installed. Hope it helps and have a great weekend!

RaceDeck · #5 (**permalink**) 03-13-2004, 05:38 PM

Wow! Your list is surprising...There are cars on there that seem less appealing than a KMP? Is this your car or are you out of $$$ to finish it?

southernfriedcj · #6 (**permalink**) 03-14-2004, 07:40 AM

Thanks, Tony. I believe the car is setup for a BB(the motor mount holes are 18" apart).

Jorgen, the car is mine, and the $$ aren't a problem(I'll trade up or down, got a Hemi Superbird?

). I've got two projects in my garage, and no time to address either one(wanna buy an 8 year project CJ8?). I figured the market is limited for KMP230, and accepting a trade will increase the pool of potential buyers. As far as the appeal goes, the cars on that list I've either wanted for a long time or have had them, or they have other sentimental value.

*pricing note: the car is priced about 10% less than KMP's 39.9k car when completed to "roller" status. I will meet East Coast Buyers 1/2 way for delivery at no additional cost.

HIQ · #7 (**permalink**) 03-14-2004, 12:51 PM

Can you please explain "bare file finish"? This indicates to me that it is not smooth. Am I correct?

southernfriedcj · #8 (**permalink**) 03-14-2004, 01:17 PM

HIQ, you are correct. From what I gather, after all the aluminum panels are TIG'ed up and pounded out, the body is filed to get it to a "rough smooth" finish. From there it needs to be sanded and painted or sanded to the level prefered by the owner. Most "bare cars" are sanded to a satin finish. Some go all the way to a polished finish(see Pat Buckley's KMP, it looks like it was chromed).
If you go to pic #DVC000091 in my gallery(exterior shot of the fender vent), you can see the lines the file leaves in the aluminum. I test sanded a small area on a fender top with 220 grit and it went to satin nicely. If I were going to sand the entire car I would start at 120 , then 220 the entire car and go through the grits until I got to 600 range. I believe Pat Buckley went all the way to 1500 grit before he polished the car out.

HTH

ToyCollector · #9 (**permalink**) 03-18-2004, 09:40 PM

Jimbo, you have been in one of these haven't you? Shameless double plug for his car and my.

ToyCollector · #10 (**permalink**) 03-18-2004, 09:44 PM

I did remember the period at the end. Wanted to make sure that I did not keep things hanging.

southernfriedcj · #11 (**permalink**) 03-19-2004, 06:41 PM

Well.........I went to my local auto-color shop today and bought some 220 and 320 grit paper(I've already got 120). I spent about 20 minutes getting the top half of the left front fender sanded smooth. Barring an offer of a Hemi Superbird in Tor Red as a trade, KMP230X is staying in Bogart.

Turk · #12 (**permalink**) 03-19-2004, 09:28 PM

Let me know as soon as you are finished with the sanding.Prefer the look after the 1200-1500.

Glad to hear you are keeping it for a while.

TURK

WBofTN · #13 (**permalink**) 07-15-2004, 02:56 PM

Hey SFCJ
ran across this today & remembered your post:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...&category=6465
WB

relaxinrob · #14 (**permalink**) 07-15-2004, 08:37 PM

I have a 1967 Camaro RS/SS 350 Convertible that I would consider in trade for your Kirkham

ToyCollector · #15 (**permalink**) 07-15-2004, 08:41 PM

Shelby is local too. SFCJ, please please call me if you go that route. Just had an official Shelby restorer/judge at the house tonight.

southernfriedcj · #16 (**permalink**) 07-15-2004, 09:26 PM

WB, great memory, thanks for the lead.
Rob, I've got a #'s matching '68 RS/SS convertible in the garage, but shoot me some pics(sfcj8@bellsouth.net) and a description of your car(maybe if I have 2 Chevys I'll score some points with Turk).
TC, no way I'm calling you. Last time I called you, you kept me on the phone for three hours!