Why do these "models" cost so much?

[RodKnock]

Originally Posted by phattyhales

As an employee of Kirkham I know we supply the body and frame to Shelby. We usually install the foot boxes and floor panels but that's it. That is where the Kirkham ends and the Shelby begins. Shelby finishes the car off with their parts and usually to the exact specs as the originals. Kirkhams are built almost the same only we have options that have improved the car based on our experience of building them as well as tracking the cars. Like our billet suspension for example. You can still option for an original style suspension but the car doesn't handle nearly as good. Typically you'll end up spending around $130k for a Kirkham new after you install your engine and tranny. Shelby cars are closer to $200k. They are built ever so slightly different and many people see the Shelby name stamped on it and they instantly think it is real and therefore worth more money. Kind of like comparing a VW and an Audi. They start out the same and often are built next to each other but in the end the badge is what you pay for.

I think this thread should end with this post. Period.