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Hi all, newbie to the (great) site here. I've been doing some research on 356s and 550s and in ads i often see reference to the quality of the replica (ie replica manufacturer)...but less is said about the actual build process itself and by whom (i wouldn't buy a car from someone with my skills, for example). Am i right in thinking this is just an important a consideration?
Incdentally, if anyone knows of anythng good with a pre 66 title i'm all ears...
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You seem to be asking who actually builds the cars. Without statistical proof, I am guessing that overe 90% of the Speedster/Syders made are turn-key, where the buyer pays the money and drives off. There are some talented exceptions to that rule, and most of them are on this site.
However, if you see a Beck (Special Edition), Vintage, JPS, or SAS car advertised, it is safe to assume that the manufacturer made a completed car. With that in mind, the only provenance needed is the rep of the maker. I hope I didn't misunderstand your post. BTW, welcome and good luck with your search.
Hi Jim, thank you - you understood me perfectly well. You can't beat factory build for peace of mind...
I did see a FiberFab (apparently good make, albeit now defunct) one on ebay, but owner does not know who built it. 15k is tempting for a shiny red thing, but for once I will let my head rule my heart...
Majority of FiberFab and Classic Motor Carriages (CMC eventually bought FF) were owner built. I'm guessing 10% were their builds were farmed out --- all those you saw in airports back in the mid 1980's. So there build quality can vary - but they are a bit cheaper where they could be brought up to a higher standard in a refurb. A variable might be engine builder as several companies produce junk.
Pre-66 is going back aways - king pin, swing axle and single port 40 hp.
