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[Mkmotorwerks]

I've been lurking for a bit here trying to decide on what direction to go in. I'm finally in a position to make a decision so I thought I'd get some advice. I'm looking to build a spec car. Im on the fence for 1.6 or 1.8. The car will be a full racecar. It will be used for track days at MSRH. I will be driving it some myself, renting to my customers for track time, and trying to rent to others for schools or events. For a little background, I've been in the pro race industry for the past 10 years or so mainly in ALMS, Grand-am, Tudor, World challenge, and some other non pro series. I have built cars from base Porsche cup cars to full LMP1's. That being said I'm kinda picky on buying used race cars. I'm debating on doing a 90-93 as just a straight rental ride build or doing a 99 that could be competitive if needed. I can always start with the rental ride and build another if it goes well. I have a full shop and the only thing on the build I would not be doing is fully welding the cage and the paint/bodywork. I'm looking for some recommendations on which way to go with it and up for ideas on getting a built car or building my own. Thank you for all the help guys!

[Ron Alan]

My guess is you have the means...pointless to build IMO. Buy a good 1.6 and see how it goes...if you have fun driving the car and if In fact you can generate a little income and exposure to your business. then move to the next step. Then again, if you have the means and want to spend $15k and have the time...usually a fun experience! You will be buying a used car for less than the sum of its parts...really a no brainier if you want to try something. If it doesnt work out likely you'll get most of your investment back less consumables.

 

Welcome and have fun!

[Mkmotorwerks]

That's kind of where I'm headed. I'm just having trouble finding something that is not a complete hack job. Thanks.

[MPR22]

That's kind of where I'm headed. I'm just having trouble finding something that is not a complete hack job. Thanks.

PM me. I may have a deal for you.

[davew]

Same answer I give everyone;

READ READ AND READ some more

 

read this website, ignore the crap, but lots of good info

read the GCR, so you know what you buying/building is legal (which equals resale value)

read my book, available below

 

Then read them all over again.

 

dave