Frank. All points well taken.
Fact is – we purchase our rollers in US Dollars, and that is a reality of doing business in Canada. If we sold our Roller’s for $36,900.00 CAD, we would not only be losing money, but I’d expect a surge of US. Shoppers pretending to be Canadian J “When the U.S sneezes, Canada will always catch a cold.” But, as Gary points out, we do have a very high standard of living in Canada. Being ex-South African, I consider myself lucky to be a Canadian citizen. As for our government, I won’t go there.
I would encourage you to take the following list of parts and price them out in Canada (if you can source them locally????). When building a car it’s difficult to sacrifice on key parts/components once you’ve already spent a considerable amount of money – and therefore VERY difficult to keep the cost LOW. You’re also likely to be sourcing a ton of parts from the U.S because of availability. Don’t forget to add duty, transport, and taxes. Speak to those that have built cars in Canada.
·PPG Global® System show-quality
·Superformance-engineered race-proven Chassis
·Four-wheel independent suspension
·Bilstein® coilover progressive Shocks with H&R® Springs
·Four-Wheel Vented Disk Brakes (Wilwood 4-piston calipers)
·Power-assisted Brakes
·Hydraulic Clutch setup
·Tires: 255/60/15 front, 275/60/15 rear
·Aluminum Radiator, Shroud and Fans
·Black (German) leather Seats (drivers side adjustable)
·Black soft Top & Side Curtains
·Black Tonneau Cover
·Fully carpeted Floor, Console, sides & rear Firewall panel
·Heater/Defroster
·Smiths gauges
·Lucas switches
·Original-style
oil cooler & braided lines
·Original-style aluminum Pin Drive Wheels (true knock-offs)
·Original-style Moto-Lita Wood Steering Wheel
·AC Pedals
·Original-style Catches & Fittings
·Original-style Hand Brake (polished Stainless Steel) & Shifter with Knob
·Original-style side pipes & headers (black)
·Original-style Windshield (chrome plated brass frame)
·Original-style Aluminum Firewall Panel
·Stainless Steel fuel tank (TIG welded & pressure tested)
Now keep in mind that 1 Canadian Dollar = 7 South African Rands (in our favor). In other words, a Superformance built in Canada or US. Would cost twice the going price.
You Said : “The problem that I have is "TIME" I just do not have the time to start up a shop to mfg cobras, If it did happen you would see a decent product a decent kit price.”
Frank – are you fully aware what’s involved when manufacturing a Cobra? Again, speak to those who have built only one. Most Cobra replica manufacturers take their process and development very seriously, and I don’t believe their intention is to rip off or get rich off their cars (there will always be the exception). You’re likely going to deal with true enthusiasts who simply love being involved in the industry.
As for used SPF’s, I wish I had more. I get at least 3 calls a week asking that very same question. One thing I guarantee though, A used Superformance aint gonna go cheap!
Feel free to give me a call anytime to talk Cobras
Allan Skok 1-800-29SNAKE
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