MEV Replicar Build Pictures
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They can ask whatever they like I presume. I would guess they'd prefer not to sell the body on its own when it's been designed around a specific chassis.
To be fair, as Stuart said in a post that has since been deleted, the bulk of their development cost has been in the body, as the chassis is similar to other kits they make.
To be fair, as Stuart said in a post that has since been deleted, the bulk of their development cost has been in the body, as the chassis is similar to other kits they make.
that might be true...but the kit does not only contain the body and the chassis.
so 4k is a bit steep imo, also i think they are not in the position to ask what they like.
every kitcar magazine is reporting about a crisis in the kitcar business...now there would be an opportunity to sell "something" but the price destroys this chance.
ok...i might buy a complete kit and re-sell the rest...but is there a chance somebody will buy it? i guess not. or finally i might buy something else.
the reason i would need the body only is, that imo the MX5 base does not suit the car. it might make it easy and cheap for the builder, also its MEV´s standard base, but under such a body i expect to have a nice (round)tubular spaceframe chassis, typical tubular wishbones and at least min. 6 or better 8 cylinders. i have figured out already a chassis which would comply with all those things, surplus the wheelbase would be nearly similar the mx5.
so 4k is a bit steep imo, also i think they are not in the position to ask what they like.
every kitcar magazine is reporting about a crisis in the kitcar business...now there would be an opportunity to sell "something" but the price destroys this chance.
ok...i might buy a complete kit and re-sell the rest...but is there a chance somebody will buy it? i guess not. or finally i might buy something else.
the reason i would need the body only is, that imo the MX5 base does not suit the car. it might make it easy and cheap for the builder, also its MEV´s standard base, but under such a body i expect to have a nice (round)tubular spaceframe chassis, typical tubular wishbones and at least min. 6 or better 8 cylinders. i have figured out already a chassis which would comply with all those things, surplus the wheelbase would be nearly similar the mx5.
Edited by LLantrisant on Thursday 12th September 04:22
I understood MEV were doing pretty well, compared to the rest of the industry, their philosophy of churning out relatively simple, relatively cheap kits that are fairly easy to build seems to be striking a chord with builders everywhere.
Personally I don't think the whole kit is expensive, for what it is, perhaps the £4k for the body is them politely suggesting they don't really want to sell you a body on its own. Bear in mind though that the Exocet kit, which is also MX-5 based, is around £2,500 plus vat, which will use a similar chassis, albeit without so much bodywork, then it's not all that difficult to arrive at an approximate price of £3,500 (in my head) for the Replicar body.
Have you tried ringing them and discussing it over the phone? Or perhaps arranging a visit to discuss the options? Ignore me if you've done this already, but I'd be inclined to try this route.
Personally I don't think the whole kit is expensive, for what it is, perhaps the £4k for the body is them politely suggesting they don't really want to sell you a body on its own. Bear in mind though that the Exocet kit, which is also MX-5 based, is around £2,500 plus vat, which will use a similar chassis, albeit without so much bodywork, then it's not all that difficult to arrive at an approximate price of £3,500 (in my head) for the Replicar body.
Have you tried ringing them and discussing it over the phone? Or perhaps arranging a visit to discuss the options? Ignore me if you've done this already, but I'd be inclined to try this route.
I always set out to design cars that are not onerously expensive and are easy to build.
All new products have an element of development cost included in the sale price.
The Replicar comprehensive kit is easy to build and does not get complicated or overly expensive.
£7500 is sufficient funds.
Those looking for classic looks with modern mechanicals and reliability, great handling and an easy fun project need look no further. You can even earn from hire jobs with this one.
http://www.mevowners.proboards.com/thread/4401/rep...
All new products have an element of development cost included in the sale price.
The Replicar comprehensive kit is easy to build and does not get complicated or overly expensive.
£7500 is sufficient funds.
Those looking for classic looks with modern mechanicals and reliability, great handling and an easy fun project need look no further. You can even earn from hire jobs with this one.
http://www.mevowners.proboards.com/thread/4401/rep...
Finally got some time to edit some of the video footage that I took at Curborough during this year's Annual Mog'ers Meet hope you enjoy 
Please leave a comment and/our give us a thumbs up on Youtube if you think its worthy.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0X-lzZz0VqE
nigel
Please leave a comment and/our give us a thumbs up on Youtube if you think its worthy.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0X-lzZz0VqE
nigel
What an outstanding car and what an outstanding performance. Great work Stuart: I am amazed at the quality and simplicity of the product, both as a structured build, and as am outstanding finished car. The superb appearance and resonance of the characteristics of car that this this vehicle seeks to remind us about is truly remarkable. Without in any way attempting to be a replica this car really is an brilliant reminder and evocation of the Aston Martin racing sports car era.
You manage the Curborough circuit much better than I and I really think you have achieved a truly worthwhile classic Kit Car in this design and build. My only concern as an accountant is how you do it at that price but you clearly do repeatedly and what a fantastic bargain it is. Good luck to you. Steffan
You manage the Curborough circuit much better than I and I really think you have achieved a truly worthwhile classic Kit Car in this design and build. My only concern as an accountant is how you do it at that price but you clearly do repeatedly and what a fantastic bargain it is. Good luck to you. Steffan
Life Saab Itch said:
Steffan said:
. Without in any way attempting to be a replica
Hang on, isn't it being sold as the "replicar"?One of us is wrong, Steffan...
Steffan said:
No doubt Stuart Mills will be along to decide. I just think the car is unbelievable value and quite outstanding as an entity.
No doubt he can clarify that the moulds were not made using some cardboard templates that he took from Aston's own dbr1 etc.I can see the legal reasons for claiming that "it is not a replica", but it's a bit of a joke to say it isn't when it is virtually called a replica(r).
It may be semantics and I may be being picky, but there doesn't seem to be much defence to hide behind with it.
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