Fiberglass Bodies - which one is best?

i am considering a project, and wondered if there are still any fiberglass 32 roadster bodies built worth the $$ Everyone seems to make one, or did at one time.... which manufacturer do you guys think are best and why?

thank you

 

You're probably not going to see too many fans around here. I can't say I could recommend you a good 'glass company. I haven't looked myself.

 

Chevrolet makes a nice one, but it's not a 32

 

Kilbourne body is the best for the money.

 

Anyone know anything about this company? Ronson's Street Rods?

http://www.ronsonstreetrods.com/index.asp

 

The bodies from Australia appear to be the best. The bodies are created from a mold made of the original body. Once the body is pulled, the mold is broken. A buddy of mine, who owns a rod shop, got one which was so good, it only required scuffing to paint. Fit and finish was perfect.

 

Wescott in my opinion. Asked around to a lot of long time hot rodders that build car. that's what i found.

 

non there all Tupperware

 

In my opinion, if you consider the difference in the cost of a quality fiberglass body and a Brookville steel body, the Brookville would make the best buy for the dollar. The end result would, in my opinion, give you the best return on your investment and would be in higher demand. Original steel is best but may not be in your budget or your skill level. Repo steel should be your second and last choice.

 

Yes sir!! I agree with Wescott. More money but for glass nothing is lighter and more reveal correct.

On the other hand if you were to ask how made the best body period I'd say BV as stated above. By the time you make a glass tub correct with body work, you will have spent more time and money than popping for the steel version

 

I just bought a N&N.. I'm tickled to death with it.

 

If you are stuck on glass, Wescot is the best in my opinion,they have a steel inner cage,quality is outstanding.

 

The best in my honest opinion is Westcott,they are a little more expensive but you get what you pay for.

My old roadster was Westcott and I was always amused at some of the experts that pointed out my car and told their hanger ons that it was steel because it had a cowl vent.

I really miss that car. HRP

 

thanks guys..... great comments.

enjoyed the Ranch Wagon!

 

One of more than few famous Deuces that were Wescott's and for a reason I presume..

 

they are Don Small has one of the nicest of all westcott's and its one of the best out there

 

Downs bodies are very heavily steel reinforced and also have more wood than Henrys originally came with.(they are actually heavier than a steel bodie)

 

how 'bout this one? seems to be a pretty good build.... Wescott body.

 

New Age Motorsports is some of the most detailed as far as originality. They do roadsters as well as coupes now. http://www.newage-motorsports.com/custom.htm

 

Russ Nomore out of Louisiana. Damn fine quality.

I wish I could tell you who built mine so I could steer you away from them.

Essentially, when it comes to 'glass cars, cheap is what you get.