Kit cars are an exciting hobby for the automotive enthusiast. You get to put together a car from the ground up. Further, you have a vehicle that is distinct from almost every other car on the road. Buying a kit car is unlike buying cars from a dealership; you can't just walk on a showroom and go for a test drive.
Kit Car Shows
Kit car shows are the closest you will get to a kit car showroom. There you can see a number of completed and customized kit cars. You can use the shows as an opportunity to talk to kit car owners and pick their brains about what to look for in one.
Magazines
Kit car enthusiasts have their own magazines with their own buyer's guides, similar to those who buy mass-produced cars. "Kit Car Magazine" and "Kit Car" (not the same magazine) are two popular magazines that publish buyer's guides every year.
Manufacturer Communication
When you get a good idea of what model you want, or what manufacturer you wish to buy, call the company. Ask them all the questions you would ask a standard car dealer about a purchase. Finally, set up a time for a test ride, the kit car version of a test drive where you are driven around by a company representative.
Secondhand Kit Cars
Secondhand kit cars can be an excellent way to get your feet wet. Many buyers purchase their car, do a bit of work on it, and then sell it before moving on to the next hobby. Search kit car websites such as KitCar.com and KitCarLinks.com for secondhand kit cars in great shape that can be had for a fraction of the price of new ones.
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