I considered very many different builders in my quest to discover the right Cobra for me. I love to race, so JBL was at the top of the list. I love original, so Kirkham was a in there (heck, I even looked for a real Shelby for a little while, $$!!!). For price I had to consider FFR. I want a "daily driver" too, and that means I need a "cup holder" for my coffee, whimp that I am, lol. Also MUST have a soft top and heater.
I like the Classic Roadster "build quality", thick body for instance. The extra room behind the seats (snorkel gear storage) and between the seat and the trans tunnel (thats my cup holder) make it a "practical" daily driver. The price is right, if you carefully pick the options, with a V10 and IRS, ouch $$$ again become a concern. 351W will be the motor, I sure want that IRS as I WILL be racing it, but as a "daily driver" I must keep the costs within reason.
For an "all around" car, not TO heavy, looks great, well built, PLENTY ROOM, easy to get parts for, it's the one for me! MUST be ceramic side pipes or cooler, leg burn issues and I don't care for heat shields. Leather int. of course. OH,,,,and red with white stripes!
West Coast was in the "running", weight issues there.
I have not ruled out JBL, by the way, but I haven't seen one yet. Kirkham will sure hold it's value, but a soft top is not recommended. Re-sale is also a consideration in the whole "picture".
Hmmmm,,,that Red Butler for sale looks VERY interesting by the way,,,,,,good price, got all the "right stuff". I like the setback motor and the body lines are excellent. As for daily driver, I don't know.
In the end, it's a TOUGH call!
Ernie
