I wonder how many of our readers are old enough to remember when a Volkswagen chassis was cheap and easy to come by. Among those folks who do, I’m guessing many also remember when you could order a kit… more»
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Oct 3, 2021 • For Sale • 34 Comments
Old School Cool: 1980s Jaguar XK120Z
If your overwhelming desire is to park a 1952 Jaguar XK120 in your driveway, you need to have a wallet that contains at least $70,000 for that dream to come to fruition. Some alternatives are worth pondering, but this… more»
Dec 11, 2020 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Corvette-Powered: Lamborghini Countach Replica
For years, I barely paid attention to replicas of desirable supercars and sports models. Most of the time, it was not due to any particular elitism or judgment, but because the replica itself was so terribly constructed. I’ve never… more»
Jun 10, 2020 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Corvarri?!! Ferrari 365 Daytona Replica
In the land of automotive replicas, there’s a thin line between a high-end recreation and someone’s forgotten backyard concoction made with old Fiero and Firebird parts. This “Corvarri” seems to be the former, with lots of money spent to… more»
Jun 5, 2020 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Rotary Powered: 1967 Jaguar XKE Replica
Well, it’s either a Jaguar RX-7 or a Mazda XKE, whatever the case, it is unique and well done. The seller is going with the Jaguar moniker, for obvious reasons, but the VIN says Mazda so I say, let’s… more»
May 5, 2020 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Quirky Kit Car: Funtastik VW “Mini” Camaro
Sometimes life can get pretty serious, and it will finally reach a point where all of the built-up pressure simply has to be released somewhere. For some people that can result in a trip to the gym, while for… more»
Apr 20, 2020 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Unfinished Business: 1965 Cobra Kit Car
It’s not terribly uncommon to see unfinished kit cars show up on craigslist, often for less than what the seller has into the overall build. It’s understandable: many kit car manufacturers pump up the notion that you can do… more»
Apr 5, 2020 • For Sale • 47 Comments
One Of A Kind Custom? Ferrari Dino GT Replica
This Ferrari Dino replica is one of the more convincing spoofs we’ve seen of a supercar in kit car form. The details are executed to a high level, seemingly, and the equipment speaks to a car with sporting intentions…. more»
Oct 12, 2019 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Cheap Kit Car: $950 Bradley GT Project
At one time, this VW based kit car had to have been a bit wild! It is a Bradley GT and is for sale in Austin, Texas for $950 and you can see it here on Craigslist. While a… more»
May 5, 2019 • For Sale • 9 Comments
What Color Would You Choose! 1971 Vokaro
This rather unusual kit car find was sent in by none other than frequent finder Rocco G. and we thank him for his continued submissions! This 1971 (perhaps that’s the chassis age) Vokaro is advertised here on craigslist for… more»
Apr 10, 2019 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Unfinished Build: Classic Roadsters Cobra
I imagine this won’t be the last unfinished Cobra kit car emerge from a garage or barn. Think about it: while the overall presentation of these awesome replicas is that most anyone who can turn a wrench can assemble… more»
Mar 23, 2019 • For Sale • 36 Comments
Hardcastle & McCormick: Manta Montage Kit Car
For those of us who can remember it, this Montage Kit Car looks remarkably like the Manta Mirage that was used in the 1983 TV series, Hardcastle and McCormick. There is a good reason for this, and that is… more»
Mar 10, 2019 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Easy Restoration: 1984 L’Automobile Ventura
While its name may give you the impression that this interesting little car hails from France, nothing could be further from the truth. The Ventura is a product of the L’Automobile company in Brazil. It is an unusual car… more»
Feb 25, 2019 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Build Your Own Ariel Atom With This Kit!
Over the decades, the kit car scene has become increasingly more sophisticated, and the performance levels have also increased enormously. The venerable VW Bug used to be the most common basis for a kit, but it is now possible… more»
Dec 3, 2018 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Gullwing EV: 1977 Urba Electric For $1,450
This zippy-looking little thing is a 1977 Urba Electric, a battery-powered “urban electric car” that was sold in kit form in the mid-late-1970s. This interesting little project can be found here on Craigslist in a parking lot filled with similarly-unusual microcars…. more»
Nov 7, 2018 • Exclusives For Sale • 35 Comments
EXCLUSIVE: Kelmark GT Kit Car
Update – We’ve lowered the price on this Kelmart to $3,500 or best offer. Be sure to send me a message via the form below if you are interested in it! As some of you likely know, I am… more»
