Dr Who said:Radical SR8.. powertec motor
http://www.radicalextremesportscars.com/range/sr8/index.php
2 busas in v8 config... 2.6ltr, 360bhp normally aspirated, 92.6kg
http://www.powertecracing.com/
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You had a look at the MX5 SDV (single donor vehicle) ? or just a normal seiw and source you're own engine & box.tonyyeb said:Just got my Westfield brochure through the post and the Meccano Kit complete with engine, gearbox etc.. basically everything bar the fuel and water is £15k. Bit much i think. Do MNR do a similar deal?
if you're on a budget and are looking for best bang/buck then you're wasting your time even considering building a kit yourself.tonyyeb said:It all seems very expensive to be honest. Looks like i would have to save quite a bit. A nice chap at MNR (Chris - Marks dad) was going through it with me. £10k would be a cheap budget he said with the possibility of getting it in 5 parts. But even over a year thats £2000 every 10 weeks.
The_Dark_Side said:if you're on a budget and are looking for best bang/buck then you're wasting your time even considering building a kit yourself.
buy one that's been built by someone else.
quicker+cheaper.
fun is expensive.tonyyeb said:But i like the idea of building it - that seems like half the fun.
The_Dark_Side said:fun is expensive.
building then running it is a fantastic experience, it's also more expensive than just buying a westy for example.
if you have an unlimited budget you can indulge yourself totally, if you DO have one you need to make compromises.
i understand totally.tonyyeb said:Hmm i fear you are right. It looks like if i want it this year ill have to settle for 2nd hand. If i can wait a couple of years (more like 4) and save up then maybe i can look at the kit. I just want to get my hands dirty!
Perywinkle said:Indeed it can be done cheap if you are crafty and keep an eye out for bargains, my MK is still on target for 4-4.5k
to be fair though, you car is a hell of an example.Dr Who said:Respect
I built mine at the MNR factory, marc kept talking me into "buying the best" budget very quickly hit £15,000
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The_Dark_Side said:to be fair though, you car is a hell of an example.
it's hardly an opinion, more like a matter of fact.Dr Who said:Why thank you
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The_Dark_Side said:it's hardly an opinion, more like a matter of fact.
c'mon, who could look at the thing and fault-find?
i need to know more about bike engined kits.Dr Who said:Me, the brake master cylinders have been replaced, new 4 core race rad, new high flow water pump and the dry sump fittings are leaking oil..
Nothing that I cant fix tho
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