Originally posted by HOTRODPAINT
I have to ask the obvious question, which is why not fiberglass? Believe it or not, it has some advantages over metal, and the availablity of more styles, and cost should make it more desirable to you.

I have a lot of experience with Corvette work, motorcycle bodies, racecar fiberglass, streetrods, prototyping, and some minor manufacturing, and I can tell you that there are compromises and limitations with either 'glass, or steel.
I dont mind fiberglass. although its a little messy when sanding.
just thought if I could find a good metal body kit that would be just as fun to build.

It would be cool to use an original body. but what few are left require lots of rust repair and I think I would be better off with a new body instead. and as for buying someone's project. id rather not. because I wouldnt know where to begine and where they left off, plus they may have been going for a look that doesnt appeal to me. if im going to build a kit car I would rather start from scratch and build what I see in my mind.

also how much room do the coupe's have? im 6ft tall and about 250lbs. im no little fella. and I need some space to fit my big behind in .