Buying a used race car vs building own

[Steves68Nova]

Originally Posted by njk53

If you buy a used one be prepared to spend some money to make it the way you want it.

That is somewhat true. I looked for a few months and after buying have spent less than $1000 on changes to make it what we wanted.

Originally Posted by njk53

You will spend 2-3 years building a new car vs. getting on the track the same year if you buy an existing car.

That was the exact reason I bought a used one.

Originally Posted by njk53

Try to buy a car that is currently running in NHRA/IHRA.

With current chassis certification. I suggest lower than 8.50 if you are going with a door car. With the crate engines out there it is very easy to run better than 8.50. Same with a dragster, it is very easy to go very fast these days.

Originally Posted by njk53

Take a couple of knowledgeable buddies with you to look the car over. The more eyes the better.

That is always true.

Steve