GT350R tribute/clone or 1964 Corvette Grand Sport Replica from Spf

[REAL 1]

Guys: Toying with the idea of doing a track car sometime next year.

I want a car that is streetable but that I can open track and have fun with.

I am thinking of a GT350R clone/replica or a Spf 1964 Grand Sport replica.

Its a toss up in my mind.

I can probably do both cars in the same $$$ ball park. I would do a 289 or 302 in the GT350 and a 350 punch/stroked to a 377 cu in in the Vette with stacks.

Pros and cons with both. I think the GT350R is more popular but the Grand Sport a rarer replica and more unusual. I like unusual . Like the reason I've taken a liking to Patrick.

Anyway what do you guys think????? Pros and cons of each???

[jhv48]

Before you decide, check out the availability of the SPF corvette.

They've been on order from the factory for two years. Haven't seen any on SPF's website that have actually landed on our shores yet.

[Mark IV]

While no SPF Grand Sports have been delivered to date, there are production level cars on the line in South Africa and I would expect some to arrive late third quarter 2013.

Resale on a GT350 clone is easy and of course parts are easy to get. There are a lot of clones racing and that has kept interest and values up so that is a plus. The Grand Sport certainly would be a head turner and you likely won't run into another at the track or a show.

I sorta regret all of the clean 65-66 Mustang 2+2s that have given their lives for clones/race cars/restomods, etc. There are only so many and there will never be more original Mustangs (the repro body shells don't count, they were NEVER a "Ford") so that is a consideration in my eyes.

The GS with the sidedraft Weber manifold looks really cool.....and that is from a die-hard Ford guy!

If you want info on the GS just contact me and I'll forward the option and price sheets.

[jayscobras]

Mustang without question...less expensive and easier resale. If you are just set on a grand sport, talk to Gary at Mongoose Motorsports. They really know their stuff and quality is outstanding.

Jay

[REAL 1]

Thanks guys. Resale is a consideration for sure.

[Hydramada]

Originally Posted by Mark IV

While no SPF Grand Sports have been delivered to date, there are production level cars on the line in South Africa and I would expect some to arrive late third quarter 2013.

Have any production level cars arrived in the US recently from S.A.?

[Mark IV]

Originally Posted by Hydramada

Have any production level cars arrived in the US recently from S.A.?

Um, what I said............ "to arrive late third quarter 2013"

[Hydramada]

Originally Posted by Mark IV

Um, what I said............ "to arrive late third quarter 2013"

That wasn't the question so let me be clearer.......

Have ANY production level cars ( Mark III, GT-40, Grand Sport, etc.... ) arrived from S.A. recently?

[RodKnock]

When they were announced the SPF Grand Sport was a $90,000 roller. Not sure what the price is today. But, you could build a very nice GT350 clone for 1/2 the investment in an SPF. I've seen gorgeous GT350 clones on the market for around $50,000 or less. Heck, for $100K+, I'd buy a real GT350.

Just my personal opinion, but the Grand Sport is not a good looking Vette. If I were looking into racing a vintage Vette, then I'd buy an existing C2 Vette that has been modified already for racing.

[Bill D]

My vote goes to the GT350

[DAVID GAGNARD]

Or you could buy this one..........

PhotoPost Classifieds - 1966 Mustang Coupe Road Race Car - Powered by PhotoPost Classifieds

David

[legenmetals]

David - l've been eyeing your coupe and I don't think 30k would come even close.I have two Winston cup cars that I track,they are safe and fast but I need a crew.l also have been thinking about a 350 clone till I saw your add. Your coupe looks to be put together well and would be a one man show to get on the track. Hmmmmmmmm!

[DAVID GAGNARD]

Originally Posted by legenmetals

David - l've been eyeing your coupe and I don't think 30k would come even close.I have two Winston cup cars that I track,they are safe and fast but I need a crew.l also have been thinking about a 350 clone till I saw your add. Your coupe looks to be put together well and would be a one man show to get on the track. Hmmmmmmmm!

Thanks for the compliment,I raced a 6 race series down here in Vintage V-8 class and more often than not, I am a one man show,occasionally my daughter comes along and helps out....The biggest thing on race day is making sure I fill the fuel cell before the feature race and double check tire air pressures.....the car has been as reliable as the truck I tow it with and easy on parts.....I have not had a DNF in any race I started in 7 seasons!!!!!

I also have a 65 fastback,it's a street car,thought about turning it into a race car, but decided against it...In most Vintage race venues that use the older rules of "back in the day", the coupes were given a few "breaks" to compete with the GT 350's....rear disc brakes was one thing they allowed and the coupes are a little lighter and body wise, actually stronger than a fastback,so I decided on a couple rather than a fastback....Intial cost of the car was also a big consideration as the coupes are more plentiful and a lot less expensive to buy up front, leaving me more money to spend on the build...

David

[Rick Parker]

Make one as close to that from the guys at Cobra Automotive. These cars "Haul the Freight"

8000 RPM and ALL the tricks, and they have ALL the parts.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e5jckqmGH30

[Slither]

Originally Posted by Rick Parker

Make one as close to that from the guys at Cobra Automotive. These cars "Haul the Freight"

8000 RPM and ALL the tricks, and they have ALL the parts.

2011 Road America KIC-1965 Shelby GT350 - YouTube

What a screamin' BEAST!!!

[Clois Harlan]

I would second Jays recommendation on the Grand Sport from Gary at Mongoose. Gary builds an excellent product and is just a super guy to work with. I believe they are located in Cuyahoga, Ohio

[LMH]

Tough choice! Would the GS be a coupe or roadster? Coupe and I'd probably go with a GS. It's more rare and not one of the pack. Just my $.02.
Larry

[347stroker]

I concur with Rick about Cobra Automotive. Great shop, great people and they build winning cars! Tom

[John McMahon]

....you NEED this....

FOR SALE: 1966 MUSTANG ROAD RACER - PRICE: $70K Located in NJ.



- This car was an ex SCCA racer that was built from the ground up over a 2 year period in 2007 by Charlie Libby of NC…
- This car was run in Open Track events at Watkins Glen, Pocono Raceway and VIR (SAAC31 event). Car has a VIN, but no title. Not street legal.
- Motor has approx. 15 hours on it and is professionally maintained after each event by G&S Automotive (vintage race shop) in Oxford, NJ.

Specs:
732hp 358 Roush Cup Motor
Tex Racing 4 speed trans w/ triple disk clutch
9" Cup rear - 4:11 gears and a locker
3 link rear with coilovers front and rear
Wilwood 6 piston brakes
Wilwood pedal and master cyl.
315s and 335s on 17x11 and 17x12 Custom BBS wheels
315s and 335s on 17x11 and 17x12 three piece Jongbloed wheels
Full cage
Ohlins LMJ shocks
Dry sump oil system
Trans and Rear oil coolers
oil tank heater
pre-oiler
Fuel Safe fuel cell
OMP seat
1967 GM Deepwater Blue metalic paint with Ford Wimbledon White stripes.

Complete photo gallery of the build….
http://ppl.ug/wIq4FLT_XPs/

For more information, please contact Rich at: rsa@xemaps.com
Car is located at Jersey Shore.

[John McMahon]

link to build pics in currently inactive...will provide soon.....