Which engine should I choose?

[Dimis]

Originally Posted by Buzz

A cobra replica with an expensive and relatively problematic aluminum body and non original details like an "alternative" engine, dual roll bars, interior comfort features, etc., etc. is no more prestigious than a well executed, more durable and pain-free 'glass bodied car that looks and drives just as good with the same features.

But Buzz, that's not really why one would choose aluminium...
We all have Kit cars, aluminium or otherwise. Unless of course you dont... ie: CSX3xxx

For example I chose aluminium because of the artisan craftmanship appeal, purely for the aesthetic!
You can bog fill raw aluminium. Others would have their own reasons.

Originally Posted by Buzz

Here's the conversation:

Joe Blow: "It's a kit car."

You: "It's got an aluminum body"

Joe: "But it's still a kit car, right?"

I'm not at all being critical in the negative sense - just sharing my genuine thoughts.

The conversation doesn't really play out that way. More so like this...

Joe: "It's a kit car?"

You: "Yes!"

Joe: "But it's got an aluminium body, it must be real right?"

You: "Yes it has an aluminium body, but it ain't any more real than the next kit car, it just got an aluminium body!"

Joe: "Wow, looks awesome..."

You: "Thanks! I pass the word on to those who built it!"