Kit Car Manual: The Complete Guide to Choosing, Buying and Building British and American Kit Cars - Tapa dura

Kit car building is buoyant in both the UK and US, and increasing numbers of enthusiasts are attracted by the prospect of driving a tailor-made car that they have built themselves. The vast range of designs available ensures that there is a vehicle to suit all tastes, from replica sports cars to specialist track-day machines. This book, extensively updated to include the latest developments on the scene, including the now common use of motorcycle engines, is written in a humorous, down-to-earth style and provides all the information required to choose a suitable kit and complete it successfully to produce a safe, roadworthy car.

Iain Ayre is a well-known kit car enthusiast, and a regular contributor to a number of kit car magazines in the UK and US. He has extensive practical experience, and is currently working on a Cobra replica based on running gear from a common US police car design! He lives in Canada.