If you go to Knoxville to look at the American Street Rod Design bod you need to check out Rat's Glass to. They are about 15 minutes apart. http://ratsglassbodies.com/

I'd also stop by Bobby Alloway's shop and talk chassis with him. He is known for his high end turn key cars but he also builds chassis to order. You can get driving instructions at Rat's Glass.

Have your body built on your chassis if at all possible. The fit is better.