Going to a car show - what to ask?

[Phil E]

Hi Guys,

I have always wanted to build my own car, and sine I was a teenager this was going to be an AC Cobra. In the last couple of years I have started looking at building either a Cobra or GT40. I was hoping to go to the Kit Car Show (Stonleigh, UK) last year but that was posponed, and - fingers crossed - will be going this year. I have started to write down questions I want to ask the vendors, because I guess you don't buy a kit-car on the internet.

So, my question to you is: what questions should I be asking to make the day as productive as possible, and to make sure I have all the information I need to make the right choice for me?

Thanks,
Phil.

 

[JP Verweij]

You should attend an event where the gt40enthusiastsclub will be. Their members will tell you everything you should know.
They are very friendly and helpfull.

I have met them several times at Silverstone Classic (while I live in Holland) and they where always very open and very helpfull with my build (even before I bought my kit).

 

[Mike Pass]

A few things,
Say where are you based as this will help to target advice.
Get in touch/join (very much advised) the GT40 Enthusiasts Club. There will be cars to see, talk to builders, talk to owners, access to parts. etc. There will be a group near you.

GT40 Enthusiasts Club - The global club for GT40 owners and enthusiasts

From news & events to our magazine, car register & more, our club is the perfect choice for anyone who is passionate about the GT40.

www.gt40enthusiastsclub.com

Check out the many build logs here on the forum.
Check out the requirements for getting your car through the IVA test esp. emissions.
Check out the websites of GT40 kit suppliers e.g..
Southern GT

Southern GT - Manufacturer of the new Southern GT40 Replica-6rfp6sid7jce3nac5g2vu7q4k2

About Southern GT

www.southerngt.co.uk

Tornado

Tornado Sports Cars

Tornado Sports Cars are the Worlds leading manufacturer of Ford GT40 replica cars, kits and parts.

www.tornadosportscars.com

GTRacing

GT Racing mid engine vehicle design and specialist services. Vehicle parts manufacturer, body design, V8 engine translaxles MK1-UN1 race-car conversion kits suppliers, parts, chassies, Detomason Pantera VW Voltswagen van, Lola, Lamborghini, replica c

gtracingonline.co.uk

Visit the Club area at the Silverstone Classic at the end of this month

Silverstone Festival

The best historic motorsport, incredible music, family fun and amazing food all in one weekend. This is Silverstone Festival!

www.silverstone.co.uk

Check out the piggy bank!
Cheers
Mike

 

[Simon]

If you can, see if there’s someone local who can show you round their car or even take you for a drive…..be warned, they are addictive.

 

[Terry Oxandale]

As pretty much noted above. Seek out current owners and get their thoughts on the quality and manufacturer response/support. Talking to sales folks of the product can be enlightening, but nothing says it better than the customer perception. There are lots of blogs/forums that can educate you on issues as well (GT40s for example).

 

[Chris Kouba]

......Seek out current owners and get their thoughts on the quality and manufacturer response/support........

^ That. x 10000.