The automotive world contains many terms to describe different sorts of specialized cars, often with overlaps between them. Two such terms are "kit car" and "replica," frequently misidentified or used ...

Sure, building a car model is fun, but putting together a life-size, working version of a car you can actually drive is so much more satisfying. Kit cars are essentially prefabricated parts you ...

Coupes are rare in the kit car industry, a result of the greatly increased complexity of providing decent weatherproofing, sound deadening, heat shielding, and ventilation (non-issues on roadsters).

Photo: Factory Five Racing Inc. If you're a DIY enthusiast whose biggest dream is to own an iconic classic car, these five replicas can turn your dream into reality for far less money than an original ...

There are really only two ways to build your own sports car in the modern market: Either have deep enough pockets to convince a major manufacturer to design a model especially for you, or get your ...

We have revisited this article to update prices, specs, and provide more context around the fascinating, yet small world of kit cars. Building your own car is quite possibly every car guy's dream.

Kit cars often offer great compromise when searching for an authentically historic driving experience, but with the possibility of more power and reliability in a classic, without diminishing resale ...

Coupes are rare in the kit car industry, a result of the greatly increased complexity of providing decent weatherproofing, sound deadening, heat shielding, and ventilation (non-issues on roadsters).