[Michael C Henry]

If you want to do your own wrenching you'll get plenty of oppertunities after the car is finished( they are never finished).I know that to some it sounds sacreligous but heat -venting and a top are not that extravagent. I'd choose a soft top for portabillity and flexability.Big brakes and power steering are great additions. I like IRS on a car this small .Even Shelby has changed some things from original"historicaly warranted modifications". For everything there are trade-offs. Large fuel tanks (Cell) and large trunks are plusses . Original seats leave a lot to be desired.for support. In Washington state cars have to be emmission inspected every other year after five years untill they are over twenty five years old.Mine is twentyone now. A newer car would have a lot of advantages but.