Aluminium body value difference

[Godabitibi]

Hi, thanks for chiming in and give your opinion.


Things to think about!

Here is an explanation for my decisions
What I want is a real 289 Cobra but I can't affort it.
So the closest possible kit or replica is my option.
kits are actually in a 2 years waiting list.
Looked at EVERYTHING that is for sale.
Because I'm in Canada my choice is also limited because of the 15 years rule.
The ONLY car that I would buy is the red JCF for sale by one of the member here and offered on some website. And it will also need a lot of mods to be like I want it.
If I go the option of a complete running car NOW I have to sell one of mine to get the all founds, keep in mind I have to multiply by 1.52 the buying price to bring it to Canada.


So if I want to start soon I have a few options.
First I want a round tube frame for the look. The only one I know available frame alone and confirmed is from Factory Five at $7500.
I also absolutely want front leaf spring for the look. So I will have to modify it anyway.
And will my body fit on ? I don't think so ! More mods !

I came to a conclusion that a frame from scratch was the most logical choice. I can make the ladder and suspension first and the skeleton later when I get the body to fit it perfect. In the meanwhile I can get my powertrain ready and chase parts.

For the body I now have two choices. Mr Bruce at $7500 fairly soon and the coachbuilder at $30K for aluminum nest January.
Is the $22,500 difference worth it at the end ? Yes I'm sure. And it will also please ME more. I know it's all in my head.

Like I said before I have the skills and knowledge to do it and and I do my homeworks to be ready.
There are some specific parts I'm a little nervous about but I'm confident there will be solutions.

If I start the project I will need A LOT OF HELP from you guys here to source some of the parts.

Thanks for reading and helping with all my questions.