I think we're getting off the mark here but the comments do raise understandable issues over safety including that of fire. I think it is important to understand what we are talking about here. All these cars are relicas of a 1960s racing car, and as such cannot realistically replicate modern crumple zones and safety devices. The kit car industry cannot do this, it costs millions in R&D as most major manufacturers will tell you. As such it is my belief that driving such a vehicle is inherently dangerous which is a risk that has to be taken to appreciate the car. I have often wondered what would happen if my vehicle were involved in a crash. Fire is an obvious risk, my tanks are explosafed, I have two on-board extinguishers and electrical cut offs. Unfortunately oxygen masks do not fall from the overhead lockers just yet! In the event of a smash I fear I would be hurt due to the height of the vehicle not its strength. If you take all the glass fibre off the car there is a huge ramp leading to your head from the front, a massive engine to break your back from the rear, and two large fuel tanks to break your pelvis and barbecue you from the sides. How far do you go? Can you effectively redesign the chassis, or panel in steel and add cross bracing? Of course but it wasn't designed that way. The ultimate choice is yours.
Which brings me back full circle. The Tornado is just another GT40 replica. In my opinion, they are all similar in design and construction, they have to be due to the car they are trying to replicate. Sure monocoques are stronger, but the GTD and Tornado space frames are different versions of the same thing. Some people on this forum will now be seething with rage from this comment so please don't nit pick and drag this on. Everyone wants their GT40 replica to be the best. Me...? My Tornado is on the road, people appreciate the work thats gone into it, but when asked, I say its a GT40 replica not a Tornado. People associate the shape with a GT40, not a p***ing contest between rival manufacturers. Effectively, if you have doubts over the quality of a product you have two choices; go elsewhere or build your own from scratch.
I'm more than happy with my Tornado, the quality of service I get/got from Andy Sheldon, and the quality of the product. Moreover I like the feedback I get from the public over the car... it makes it all worth the blood, sweat, and tears. Isn't that what its all about?