commader
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| posted on 16/12/05 at 09:19 PM |
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looking at kits
hi im new to this forum but have been looking at kit cars for a few years.
im only 17 but consider myself obsessed with kitcars particularly lotus seven style cars.
ive been looking at Robin Hood for a while in particular the 2B chassis.
also ive looking at the westfield cars,
and now also the GTS Tuning cars.
basically i need some reviews and advice as to which kit would be best for a beginner.
a little about me may also help:
im 6 foot 4inches
17 years old
very enthusiactic
im not very fat so a skinny car is fine
thankyou for any advice you can give me 
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phoenix70
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| posted on 16/12/05 at 09:26 PM |
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You'll find many option and many opinions here, so the best advice is to look at a few. I was looking at the Robin hood when I was thinking of
building. But then I saw an MK and had a chat with the owner, and that swayed me.
The Robin hood uses a lot more parts from the donor, and for what most people say, it is a much more complicated build than a lot of the locost
derived cars. I got an MK kit just over a year ago, and working on it, mostly on my own, it is almost ready for it's SVA test (and indeed if I
got my finger out it probably would have been ready several months ago)
So my opinion would be have a look at the MK Indy, but then I'm biased.
P.S. Welcome to the madhouse
Later
Scott
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Hellfire
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| posted on 16/12/05 at 09:35 PM |
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Depends where you're based too. That could have a bearing on whose kit you eventually decide to build. I'd second the MK Indy - they are
easily the best kit out there - but then again, I'm biased too 
Have a look at our build and rebuild diaries to see how they go together. Get yourself to MK on just about any Saturday morning and try a ride in a
few 
Welcome to the madhouse 
[Edited on 16-12-05 by Hellfire]
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andy d (rizla)
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| posted on 16/12/05 at 10:20 PM |
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 has to be a MNR VORTX,the best by a long shot,and a bigger cockpit(im 6ft 4)
this is NOT a biased opinion.......honest
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Genesis
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| posted on 16/12/05 at 11:17 PM |
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MK Indy by a long way - easy to build, well thought out, great value for money...
Great load of lads too - informative and typically friendly.
There is also an Owners Club and regular publicised meetings around the Yorkshire area.
Going fishin'
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donut
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| posted on 16/12/05 at 11:33 PM |
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Did someone mention the MK Owners club!!
Mk Indy... mmmmmmmmmmmm
Andy
When I die, I want to go peacefully like my Grandfather did, in his sleep -- not screaming, like the passengers in his car.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/andywest1/
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Triton
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| posted on 16/12/05 at 11:36 PM |
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Don't forget the Mac#1
My Daughter has taken over production of the damn fine Triton race seats and her contact email is emmatrs@live.co.uk.
www.tritonraceseats.com
www.hairyhedgehog.com
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scotty g
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| posted on 17/12/05 at 08:35 AM |
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Hi,
I have built a RobinHood 2b and although it is a well priced kit i have to say it certainly isn't an easy build but they do have bags of space
due to the dimensions being bigger than a locost.
At the moment i am building a GTS Panther, Darren used to work in F1 and really knows his stuff, he's not an easy man to get hold of sometimes
but he is well worth chatting to.
His kit is excellent quality and competetively priced.
I am 5'11" and can't reach the pedals in Darrens car so you should fit in one with no problems.
Everyone here will have their own oppinions and favorites so they will tend to be bias in a given direction but there is a truly vast amount of
knowledge (and insanity) on this forum and people will always try to help you out whatever kit you choose, even a RobinHood!!!!!!!
Cheers.
Scotty G.
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Hellfire
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| posted on 17/12/05 at 08:55 AM |
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Whatever you decide, be sure to take advice from people on this forum who are actually building or have built a kit rather than those trolling the
forum for amusement
If you're in no rush, get along to some of the shows next year, see the quality of the kits, talk to some of the owners, get a ride in a few and
then put your order in for an MK Indy.....
Disclaimer: Other manufacturers kits are available
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commader
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| posted on 17/12/05 at 09:24 AM |
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quick replys
thankyou for all your quick replys
sadly i live up in scotland Dundee to be precise so going out and testing isnt really and option at the momment.
ive got a max budget of £6000 (for everything)
and am looking to buy next summer.
really wanted a winter project but ive got raynauds so winter isnt an option.
it will be built on my driveway
and stored in a garage
once again thanks for all you help
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zxrlocost
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| posted on 17/12/05 at 09:57 AM |
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I think you should leave it till then
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mangogrooveworkshop
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| posted on 17/12/05 at 02:25 PM |
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quote:
sadly i live up in scotland Dundee to be precise so going out and testing isnt really and option at the momment.
We arnt far down the road from you. You are always welcome to come have a look at the Dedion MK and a Irs MK in the same visit.
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piddy
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| posted on 17/12/05 at 04:56 PM |
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Hi.
Kit car International used to do a magazine called A Guide to Lotus seven inspired roadsters.
This would be a good starting point if it’s still available.
It lists all of the choices and what sort of price they will cost you, to build
The one I have is a bit out of date but lists the following makes.
Birkin, Caterham, Dax Rush, Quantum xtreme, Tiger super six, Westfield. These will all be to expensive for your budget of £6000
Vindicator, Formula 27, Rt blaze, Sylva striker, Tiger Cat, Tornado. I’m not sure of the price of these or if some are still available.
Robin Hood 2B. You should be able to build one of these for £6000
Others I can think of that aren’t in the magazine and would be within you budget (if you was to fit a car engine ) are.
MK
Mac1#
Luego Velocity
Tiger Avon
Robin Hood light weight.
It is always best to look at what you want and you can afford and then visit the manufacturer’s factories and take a look /test drive etc.
Another good way is to visit the larger kit car shows like Stoneliegh and Newark.
I hope this helps.
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James
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| posted on 17/12/05 at 06:35 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by Triton
Don't forget the Mac#1
Nah, you might aswell start with the original and go MK!
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cornishrob
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| posted on 18/12/05 at 06:32 PM |
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I personally would be moved towards the tiger if i were in your position. I have been a fan of the B6 for a long time but its just too impractical for
myself.
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Avoneer
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| posted on 23/12/05 at 10:49 PM |
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From a totally un-biased opinion as I've done the Tiger thing and now onto a Locost using bits from Stuart Taylor, MK, Martin Keenan, GTS etc.
I would definately build an MK or a MAC1.
You could have a very tidy nice one for £6k .
Pat...
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piddy
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| posted on 28/12/05 at 11:59 PM |
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You could take a look at this link.
And then click & type suppliers link to view there web sites.Easthoods links
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