Brands/builds most likely to hold value

[Dimis]

If it was me in your shoes, I'd hunt for an ERA. (Or contemporary ccx).
Quality cars with a tight supply line therefore prices are likely to stay stable or even see an increase.
Only issue you'll have is finding one am ERA for $40k.
But, the game you're playing is all about your buy in. ie: the lower you buy below market value the better your chances of seeing your money returned to you on sale. This will be true for any kit you decide to purchase.

Good luck with it.

[66gtk]

Originally Posted by Dimis

If it was me in your shoes, I'd hunt for an ERA. (Or contemporary ccx).
Quality cars with a tight supply line therefore prices are likely to stay stable or even see an increase.
Only issue you'll have is finding one am ERA for $40k.
But, the game you're playing is all about your buy in. ie: the lower you buy below market value the better your chances of seeing your money returned to you on sale. This will be true for any kit you decide to purchase.

Good luck with it.

The contemporary can be found in your range (be very careful, though), but not likely an ERA.

[1985 CCX]

As stated above.
Check out car even CSX can be a wreck.
Also even the best can have problems. Just buyer knowledge and get help from friends that have the cars or seek your regional SAAC rep.
Always helps.

[Dimis]

Just as Jeff said - Any car can be a wreck, brand names not excluded.

Originally Posted by 66gtk

The contemporary can be found in your range (be very careful, though), but not likely an ERA.

E.R.A. 427SC Cobra, Crimson Red, For Sale

This car represents great value for one inclined to stretch a little on a $50k budget.

Just my humble opinion.

[Bernica]

Originally Posted by Dimis

Just as Jeff said - Any car can be a wreck, brand names not excluded.

E.R.A. 427SC Cobra, Crimson Red, For Sale

This car represents great value for one inclined to stretch a little on a $50k budget.

Just my humble opinion.

You nailed it with that one Dimis! Beautiful car and seems well sorted. And yes, any of them will have their own issues and idiosyncrasies!

[1795]

As previously stated, there are no car makes that are without problems; you need to closely inspect any car and make sure that it has been we sorted and driven enough to work the bugs out. My experience has been that ERA and Superformance hold their values fairly well. You will have a difficult time finding one in the $40K range, although they can be found if you pay attention to multiple sources.

Lot's of good advice in the prior posts.