best value????

Hi everyone, Im looking for a good value in a gt 40 kit. I like the thought of a "targa" roof because I am 6'2" an don't like to be too crowded I guess but it doesn't matter too much. I've built a few kits now and know alot about some of the concerns but I have approx. $35,000 to spend on the kit with about $25,000 to finish it. What do you guys think is my best bet and does anyone have any info on John Donelly from gt 3 ( good or bad )
thanks aloy fellas
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[Gordon Levy]

Best value is a relative term. You need to decide what kind of kit you want. Do you want a Fiero conversion or do you want a properly done, high quality kit that you can complete?
I am the US dealer for Roaring Forties. RF is a very high quality kit with a comprehensive assembly manual. We do offer the kits in several levels. Feel free to e-mail your address and I would be happy to send you out an information packet. Or you can call me at 480-446-8442.

 

[Mike Dozier]

Cool

With a $ 60k budget you shouldn't have any trouble finding/finishing a nice GT40 kit.

Regarding your Targa reference.
The GT40 coupe is not for the claustrophobic.
If you need open air, the coupe may be a problem. No one actively sells a GT40
"spyder" that I know of.
Tornado does offer removable roof panels,
but I've never seen them in person.

John Donnelly has a reputation
as a good craftsman, but he's apparently
having financial issues bringing his
roadster to market. Status unknown.

Another option if you feel adventurous
is to build your own spider using a
genuine spyder windshield and frame
from Fran Kress.

Since modern GT40 replicas have air conditioning, a closed car isn't all bad.
But certainly sit in one before you
make the plunge. It is tight!

MikeD

 

[Ian K]

Gordon forgot to mention he's about your height and thr RF can fit him fairly well.
I know of others in the 6'+ region that
have had GTDs modified with lowered floor
panels to allow them to fit, albeit snugly.
Ask Bud Jones - he helped set up a GTD for
Rick Merz this way.

Ian

 

[Gordon Levy]

Ian, To expand on your comments. I am 6'3" and built like a line backer. I fit comfortably in the standard RF. The RF with the drop floor is very roomy.

 

[Johan]

There was a thread a while back about a spyder built by Fran Kress with photos. I would suggest looking at that.

 

[Chuck]

CAV is coming out with a Targa model. I've seen them at the factory.