I want a cobra, how and why

[Hoity]

Hey Dimis, had a brief glimpse of your old shiny thing today, very impressive. Look forward to seeing the whole car, will pop in on a Saturday and hopefully catchup then.

Had a good chat with Martin today, there are a lot of Cobras in various stages of builds. Walked away from there trying to decide why you wouldn't do a Kenmer. Access to up to ten other Cobras being built at the same time, free use of the equipment, u pay for what u use.
Approx 1100kg finished weight, ford 302windsor, 5.4l and 5.0l coyote engines all seen today installed.
I can buy the basic kit and essentially build it on site from start to finish, with an expert tradesman/toolmaker/engineer available for advice.
Bbq and beers every Saturday, does it get any better than this!

Anyway back to my spreadsheet, lol

[Jaydee]

The build manual for a CR is basic. I have only rung Ian 3 times I think.
I'm just making it up as I go along. You'll never be able to work out the total cost. Your forever going out and buying nuts and bolts, stainless, carpet, ali, paints, insulation, exhaust bits. My god the list doesn't end. But the end is near. I'm nearly ready to fuel up and start it. I'll try to get all my pictures into my gallery. I found it tricky last time I tried. Your welcome to visit any time.
JD

[gjkrv8]

Originally Posted by Jaydee

The build manual for a CR is basic. I have only rung Ian 3 times I think.
I'm just making it up as I go along. You'll never be able to work out the total cost. Your forever going out and buying nuts and bolts, stainless, carpet, ali, paints, insulation, exhaust bits. My god the list doesn't end. But the end is near. I'm nearly ready to fuel up and start it. I'll try to get all my pictures into my gallery. I found it tricky last time I tried. Your welcome to visit any time.
JD

Jaydee, looking forward to some pics of your build. Hope the first engine start goes well. You're better than me, I reckon I rang Ian 20 times. Cheers Gregg

[boxhead]

I did not realize Martin was offering workspace and tools to build his kits.
For someone in a small shed, this is a fantastic offer.
And to have the kit supplier and or other builders nearby sure would help to "nut out" and options.

Originally Posted by Hoity

Hey Dimis, had a brief glimpse of your old shiny thing today, very impressive. Look forward to seeing the whole car, will pop in on a Saturday and hopefully catchup then.

Had a good chat with Martin today, there are a lot of Cobras in various stages of builds. Walked away from there trying to decide why you wouldn't do a Kenmer. Access to up to ten other Cobras being built at the same time, free use of the equipment, u pay for what u use.
Approx 1100kg finished weight, ford 302windsor, 5.4l and 5.0l coyote engines all seen today installed.
I can buy the basic kit and essentially build it on site from start to finish, with an expert tradesman/toolmaker/engineer available for advice.
Bbq and beers every Saturday, does it get any better than this!

Anyway back to my spreadsheet, lol

[Hoity]

Originally Posted by boxhead

I did not realize Martin was offering workspace and tools to build his kits.
For someone in a small shed, this is a fantastic offer.
And to have the kit supplier and or other builders nearby sure would help to "nut out" and options.

I spent 2 hrs talking to Martin yesterday at the factory. If my memory serves me correctly there would of been 6 cars at the factory in various stages of build, others arrive on Saturday for stuff. You pay as you use from what i understand, specialist tools i think martin lets you use, hand tools spanners etc not sure. But overall a very supportive environment, saw all the ford v8's and a chev installed in chassis. Martin can custom fit stuff as well, or modify to your specific requirements. Typically no welding after the chassis is painted, you would be unlikely to hit a problem that hasn't already been dealt with. some cars have been there 12 months, obvious small volume supplier, but very attentive to the customer and totally supportive in getting the car finished.