Build Secrets
Consider buying a donor car in good condition. Manuals usually don’t give you tips on how to get the right raw materials, and if you have a single-donor kit, strong temptation exists to buy a wrecked/abused/rusty donor to keep the initial cost down. This can backfire on several levels. If the donor car has high miles or has been wrecked, you still will need to have the critical parts rebuilt before using them. Frequently, this costs more than buying new or reconditioned parts. Also, if your donor car has good parts, you typically can get a return on most of your original investment by selling the good fenders, interior panels, and trim that you can’t use. We have known kit builders who actually turned a profit on their donor car, even after keeping the engine and gearbox, because good used parts are often worth more than a complete running car.
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