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Originally Posted by rdroe  Well many thanks to all... I do feel welcome and intend on becoming an active contributor. You're right, Ford was wise to go with the Lola design.
Now here's a question on process that perhaps should go as a new thread. The way that I want to approach the build is dictated by the purse strings and the fact that I have 2 kids going to college next year.  I want to purchase a "roller" or something close but not finished. I'll then want to purchase the needed pieces over time to build this. Meaning one month focus on getting all the suspension stuff, then place an order for all the interior stuff as I can afford it, etc. Has anyone ever built one like that? I'm sure that there are suppliers that will give you a basic starter kit, then as it's finished, sell you the next series of "stuff" that you need, etc. May be more expen$ive, but in the long run, be a better fit for my lifestyle. Any thoughts on this OR any recommendations on manufacturers that specialize in this type of build?
Take care,
Rick  |
Hi Rick,
Welcome - if you're planning a build you'll find this site invaluable as the best source of assitance and good cheer with fellow owners and builders of GT40s.
I think you'll have some success finding vendors who can provide you with a kit piece meal as you describe. RCR does a very nice kit in an aluminum chassis and I suspect Fran there would work with you to extend the provisioning over some time. You might also have some luck finding a partially built car that has stalled in someone's workshop - I seem to recall seeing a couple advertised over the last couple months. Perhaps check out Cobra Country (
427 Cobra Country--Ford AC Cobra replica manufacturers SUPER-SITE). Of course, that process runs the risk of having to re-do the work of others which may not be up to your standards. I think Superformance may only sell complete rollers. CAV can deliver partial kits. I believe Tornado is launching a larger presence in the US and supplies kits in various stages of completeness as well - try doing a search and definitely review the builders forum.
Love your Europa. I have a '97 S4S Esprit and love it but have always really liked the elegance and classic styling of the Europa.
Enjoy!