![]() :the product quality you can expect from Team B&B: A 427 Roadster replica from B&B features a robust 2X4 rectangular steel design with a reinforcing X-member between frame rails; the X-member increase torsional strength and reduces diagonal stress on your car. B&B's body is constructed of handlaid fiberglass, for lighter weight and greater strength than that provided with "chopper-gun" fiberglass. We incorporate Coremat reinforcement into the body. Coremat is expensive and requires skill to work with. But it significantly increases the strength of your roadster body, reduces the chances of stress cracking, and functions as a sound dampener. And unlike some budget replicas, our decks (hood and trunk lid) are constructed with an integral inner panel that significantly increases its strength and warp-resistance, and (as a side benefit) provides an attractive, factory-finished underhood appearance. We also incorporate return lips on all fenders and body openings for additional strength and to provide a "factory-finished" Look. B&B has its own paint & body shop (complemented with highly-skilled body painters), so we can provide you with a fully finished exterior finish, Just specify your color and we'll do the rest. This will save you thousands of dollars in completion cost. You can even specify a clearcoat finish. If you prefer to arrange your own paint job, you can also direct us to leave your body in primer. And check out our rugged steel floorpans--not fiberglass or aluminum. Carbon steel is stronger and more durable and safer than GRP (Glass-Reinforced-Plastic) or aluminum. And because it's welded to the bottom of the frame rails, it serves to lower your car's center-of-gravity. Most important of all, the integral steel floorpan serves to make B&B's chassis even more rigid. And with the floorpan at the bottom of the 4" main frame rails, your interior is roomier. Your legroom is increased at least 2" over any other standard-90"-wheelbase roadster replica. The footbox is also stretched, providing you with yet more legroom. You'll enjoy your 427 Roadster more if it fits you. The Ford rear end we use is stronger than any IRS unit on the market. If you're planning on installing lots of horsepower under your hood, you'll appreciate that robust rear end. And last-but-not-least,
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Q. Why should I choose a B&B over other 427 roadster replicas? A. Because you save time and money, and you'll possess a more dependable car when you're done. We ship out our kits assembled and use reliable Ford components on the rolling chassis. Q. What should I expect to see when my B&B kit arrives? A. With the exception of B&B's Stage I and Stage II packages, your kit will arrive assembled. A roster of parts is included for you, along with a photograph taken of your kit prior to shipping. We'll be happy to arrange shipping for you or you can make your own arrangements. Q. How long will it take me to complete my car? A. In our shop with good experienced mechanics it takes about three weeks to build and another 100 miles of "tweaking" out the kinks. It will take you longer. Q. What kind of overall quality can I expect with my B&B roadster replica? A. Our quality is apparent to you after only one test drive. There are no shakes, no rattles and no unpleasant surprises. Just the exhilarating feel of power, speed, nimble handling and beauty. True quality is easy for you to see... Q. Why should I choose a B&B turnkey 427 roadster replica over others? A. Because you want to drive it. Many 427 replicas are "show" cars intended to be trailered and not touched, while others are "race" cars not really practical for the daily drive into work or running to the grocery store. Still others advertise an enticingly low price, but the real cost of finishing it often more than wipes out what you saved on your bargain-advertised-price kit. B&B specializes in a very comfortable, dependable, driving car. Your B&B 427 Roadster uses all Ford components with no modifications. This provides you with durability, reliability, and easy maintenance. It also means that should you ever need to add or replace anything, you can find parts almost anywhere around the world. Q. What will it cost me to complete my B&B roadster? A. You can purchase a very basic turnkey B&B Roadster for $28,500, or you can complete a similar one on your own for around $22,000. As you add horsepower and more expensive trim and higher-end performance items, your B&B Roadster will of course cost you more. A typical complete B&B Roadster with ample horsepower, nice trim and a premium paint job will cost you around $32,000. |