Give the Aussie Importers a Go

[Philm]

I think factory five is a great product, and I have looked very hard at them many times. However I do feel Component Cars have started on the wrong foot here.

It would have been good if there was an introduction and probably still needs one. Factory 5 are not new to Australia and a serious attempt as an Australian agent has already been tried and by the sounds of it, didn't go as planned.

For me you guys sound like an opportunistic bunch that see a quick profit by selling a "cheap" kit. You never have discussed a local build support programme and may I ask do you have a registered car in all States? As I have said an intro is probably needed.

I tend to agree with Beejay on the cost thing. While the kits are complete there are many things that would need to be disclosed to the prospective kit buyer.

I would say that most items in the complete kit are not suitable in Australia, ie seats, steering column, steering wheels, brakes etc etc. So the $40k price for a kit is not sounding so cheap.

A Turn Key car is a custom build car with a warranty supplied by local supplier. There is a lot more to it than throwing an engine in putting a set of plates on a car. So If I walk up to your sales office will you sell me a turn key car fully compliant with NSW rego, brand new LS3, "proper" Leather interior and a paint job that will win best paint at the nationals for $60K.

Don't slag the local stuff, its a great product. I think factory 5 have a place in our community just respect that it has been here for a long time and just like you local suppliers are just trying to earn a buck!!!

Looking forward to flogging your arse on the race track Zeus, should be careful who you invite into the ring.


Phil