Contemporary or ERA

[DonC]

Two of the largest factors in my decision to purchase my ERA was their longevity and their assembly/engineering manual. I haunted the forum for a long time and sifted through just about all of the posts in the Manufacturers Forum before making my decision.
I can't say enough good things about their aftermarket support. I've come up with some pretty bizarre questions over the past 7 years and the response has always been very quick and accurate.
From my point of view you can't get hurt by dealing with the crowd from New Britain.
DonC

[mrmustang]

An interview with Peter Bayer,CLICK HERE



Bill S.

[Buzz]

Thanks Bill. Directly from Mr. Bayer - confirms everything that was quoted in the article I referenced.

[1985 CCX]

Peter P has long stated CCX cars were their primary competition. ERA has gained points from decades of continued business ie: revisions which if Burtis was not a golfer and more a car builder would have edone as well. Both CCX and ERA have made consessions in the past to cover a larger range of build parts and MFG ease. Example is ERA uses a larger trans tunnel to account for wide range of units, they have engineered a custom frame and they set up an easier to use pedal box.

Which is better? They both are..... Buy what you like and can afford to drive the worst thing is someone that buys one then leaves it home..

Buzz thanks for the footnote...

[Bruce M]

I built my Contemporary in 1982 and have no difficulty locating parts as required. I used to travel to the Contemporary facility to see Monte or Peter from Long Island which was invaluable to me having the resource nearby to answer questions while in the building process. I would upgrade my car as upgrades becam available. I guess that ERA could still perform the same services. Bruce M