New member researching and looking for guidance

[JaySquared]

Hi everyone, new member here. Love the site and looks like I'll be getting lots of information.
I've always thought I'd build a kit, but time isn't a luxury, just yet, and decided to start looking at picking up a pre-owned.
I recently hit the half century mark and the Mid Life bug has bitten me hard. I've loved cars since I can remember, always had something that I could tinker with and could never leave anything stock. It was time for my next toy, project...
The problem was deciding which way to go with a car to enjoy. The other day I was out at one of my favorite outdoor restaurants, watching the beautiful SoFl cars pass by. The one that stuck out the most was a replica Cobra in traditional blue and white. I've always loved these kit Cobras and Daytona. I never thought I could afford one, but thought to check online and found that there were some in my range. Now the problem was that I really didn't know much about these kit cars, and here I am.
I'm glad I found this site and will be educating myself before asking any questions lol. I'll start with this: budget in the $15-20k range, Daytona body, doesn't have to be show quality but sounds good, looks good from 20', weekend cruiser, and can be modified over time.
Thanks to all for stopping by and I look forward to my time here.
Oh, the sig pic is me at a car show...not my Cobra