DRB Gt40 #64

FUNFER2 · #1 (**permalink**) 07-18-2006, 10:26 AM

I've been researching GT-40's for a relatively short time. Question, how did you decide on DRB ?
Thanks,

albanycobra · #2 (**permalink**) 07-19-2006, 07:05 AM

Kevin I Basically choose DRB because they are an Australian
owned small company. Their product is probably middle of the line
and the kit is available as a very basic kit. The features I really like
about the DRB are as follows
1- It uses a Corvette C4 front suspension set-up ( Very nice looking & alloy)
2- This is the major item, the body work is set on the chassis. DRB do all
the panel gaps /hang all the panels. I spent weeks trying to get my Cobra
looking reasonable.
3- The price was right in my budget range.
4- Peter Ranson sent me plenty of pics of the car when they were building it.

I received the car today, Unloaded and am now ready to start the build.
Hoping to fit motor/trans tomorrow night.

FUNFER2 · #3 (**permalink**) 07-19-2006, 10:48 AM

Are you from Albany Washington or Australia ? I looked up DBR on the web. I see they have two dealers in the USA. Is the frame/chassis really under $19,000 ? I'm now reading a BDR owners build web-site. His name is "Lee" I assume you've seen this site ? Just to let you know..........I'll be asking MANY questions.

albanycobra · #4 (**permalink**) 07-20-2006, 10:34 PM

I'm from Australia. I have seen Lee's site and it is true about the price.
DRB do freight around the world. I know there are plenty in the states
and a few in the UK. RCR would be my choice if I had the funds.
If you're interested Mike Dozier from the US is selling his DRB, It is
halfway completed and not to badly priced. Let me know if you want
his contact details.

FUNFER2 · #5 (**permalink**) 07-21-2006, 12:31 AM

I believe I've heard of Mike, which one is his ? Is it the right side drive ?
What do you like more about thr RCR over the DRB, the chassis, body ect..... ?

albanycobra · #6 (**permalink**) 07-26-2006, 06:09 AM

Hi Ron
I am a member of GT40s.com, excellent website and well run.

Kevin - If I could go back in time I would buy an RCR. The finish
of Frans cars is awsome and the alloy tub is to die for.
The DRB's are cheap and I suppose I'm coming to terms
with the old saying 'You pay for what you get'. Mikes
car is RHD I think, You'll find him on GT40s.com.

FUNFER2 · #7 (**permalink**) 07-26-2006, 10:34 AM

I agree, from what I've seen in photo's and and heard from owners, Frans is the cream of the crop but, the DRB's do look very nice. I wouldn't be to humble to have one in my garage, for sure. What don't you like about it so far ?
A question about the aluminum tub of Frans & others. How do you keep it from oxidizing ? I've seen one guy on gt40 applied a black coating on the bottom. It would be a shame to cover up such beautiful craftsmanship !

FUNFER2 · #8 (**permalink**) 07-26-2006, 10:48 AM

I agree, from what I've seen in photo's and and heard from owners, Frans is the cream of the crop but, the DRB's do look very nice. I wouldn't be to humble to have one in my garage, for sure. What don't you like about it so far ?
A question about the aluminum tub of Frans & others. How do you keep it from oxidizing ? I've seen one guy on gt40 applied a black coating on the bottom. It would be a shame to cover up such beautiful craftsmanship !

rlearp · #9 (**permalink**) 07-26-2006, 10:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by albanycobra

Hi Ron
I am a member of GT40s.com, excellent website and well run.

Thanks, I appreciate the compliments with the web site.

RE: ally finish, I plan to leave the RCR Lola uncovered per a race car. I don't want to cover up the aluminum monocoque as I like that raw look, plus, it looks nice. I'm not worried about corrison, but, I think one would be well-served to scotch brite it from time to time if you want to keep it looking healthy. You could also apply a clear finish to it I suppose.

Mike has the DRB for sale on GT40s.com and I think it is right hand drive. Cannot rmember the price, but it is easy to find.