Thought it is time to kick off my build thread and contribute back to the community.

Donor: CoPart 2003 WRX, 130K...ran and was drivable off the car carrier. Winning bid $2550 + fees and delivery = $3926.20

Today I completed the disassembly, which took approx 20 hours. While I have done some basic auto work in the past, this is my first major project. I have never restored a vehicle, pulled an engine, or built a kit car before this project. My friends who have done this type of work assisted with the Engine/Tranny pull.

Pictures: http://www.flickr.com/x/t/0090009/ph...7634268393475/

Next Steps:
Preform Inventory
Scrap the carcass
Prep Donor Parts
Identify replacement part for damaged donor parts
Receive 818 Kit (~July 30)

I got my call from Tony at Factory Five this past Friday, and was advised my kit should be ready Sat July 20. I added the powder coat, front splitter, rocker panel and rear diffuser carbon bits.

More to come...Lots more...

Brian