Kit advice,

[AJKOK1]

Hi all,

I'm looking for some kit suggestions. I want to build a kit but have a few requirements that seems to limit my options, there are so many kit builders out there i am sure i haven't seen the half of them yet.

I am not a super experienced mechanic so want a kit that has a full manual ( or close too) and one where everything is supplied in a turn key kit, i.e no donor vehicles needed. The obvious options are Caterham / Westfield for the turn-key solution, but i fancy something that looks a bit different to a Seven. I like the Raw Phoenix and their more modern version the Fulcrum, but does anyone have any suggestions on any other builders that do a complete solution with a build manual for Numptys Lots just seem to show pictures and rely on you googling for answers, i'm looking more for a grown up meccano kit !

I am working through the magazines, but be good to get some real world recommendations.

Thanks in advance

Al.

[AJKOK1]

AdiT said:

OP, are youlooking for a "turn key" kit or a comprehensive kit to build yourself?

"Turn-key kit" usually implies, a built car where you can, turn the key and drive away. Most manufacturers have that option, many will do a comprehensive kit with all the parts including recon' donor parts(though few include every nut and bolt) for you to bbuild. Few have a truely comprehensive built manual.

Thanks for all the advice and feedback, it is really appreciated.

With regard to "Turn Key", i meant a kit with everything needed to build it in one go. I perhaps have used the wrong terminology as i don't want it ready built, just a full kit ( aka Westfield / Caterham offer)

Al.

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Steve_D said:

AJKOK1 said:

.....I am not a super experienced mechanic so want a kit that has a full manual ( or close too) and one where everything is supplied in a turn key kit......Al.

I always say DIY skills are more relevant to kitcars than mechanics skills.
The Haynes manual for the donor will cover most of the mechanical. The rest will be drilling, filing, painting etc.

Steve

Thanks Steve, i guess that is a fair point. Having to find and remove parts on an old car seems a bit more challenging to a novice than following a step by step guide with new parts....but perhaps the sense of achievement grows too.

[AJKOK1]

ugg10 said:

I also remember seeing in the kit forums that GBS Sportscars also do a Healy shape body for sevens through their Kit Parts Direct partner company, so I guess you could buy a Zero complete kit and add the body onto that.

http://www.locostbuilders.co.uk/viewthread.php?tid...

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Austin-Healey-3000-Kit-C...

Thank you, certainly like the style of that

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simon3000 said:

have you considered the toniq.it may be basically a seven but the styling is up to date.what do you wnt the car for?track or road?try to find a local kit owners club and get a ride/drive in as many cars on your shortlist as possible.its a big investment and a car that looks good but has a crap chassis/handling/ride will really bug you

Thank you, i will take a look. Want a car to build with my son that we can use for trackdays and the odd Sunday afternoon blast in the countryside. Will take the advice on looking around with a shortlist, unfortunately i think we have missed most of this years kit car shows.

Al.