Speedstar???

[Ltngdrvr]

Has no one got a Speedstar build going yet?

https://i.ibb.co/vDK92KG/speedstar-logo4.jpg

[progmgr1]

Erik T. characterizes his build as "the Beta" unit. I understand this to mean that FFR isn't selling the Speedstar to the general public yet. I suggest you consider his build thread: https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?41650-Hemi-Powered-SPEEDSTAR-in-the-HOUSE!

HTH, Keith HR #894

[narly1]

Due to personal interest I actually asked Dave Smith directly about this kit back at the start of 2021 and was told they had 4 or 5 of them in the production schedule at that time.

I seem to recall that (power) side windows was one of the holdups but I could be wrong.

If I were a betting man I'd be putting my money on the (re)-appearance of the Beta car at the Open House. At least that's what I'm hoping for..

Earl

[Ltngdrvr]

Erik T. characterizes his build as "the Beta" unit. I understand this to mean that FFR isn't selling the Speedstar to the general public yet. I suggest you consider his build thread: https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?41650-Hemi-Powered-SPEEDSTAR-in-the-HOUSE!

HTH, Keith HR #894

I read through that thread, apparently he is installing a new "production" body on the beta car, which tells me they have made some changes to the production body, but the thread doesn't specify the changes.
The Factory Five site has the order page for the Speedstar up, and no mention that there is any production delay or order hold.

[Jeff Kleiner]

Erik is doing a rebody on the factory beta Speedstar using a production body. The original purple beta body was handcrafted and not from production molds. Plan is for it to be at the Open House :cool:

Jeff

[narly1]

Plan is for it to be at the Open House

Damn, I should have placed that bet after all, LOL.

[FF33rod]

I read through that thread, apparently he is installing a new "production" body on the beta car, which tells me they have made some changes to the production body, but the thread doesn't specify the changes.
The Factory Five site has the order page for the Speedstar up, and no mention that there is any production delay or order hold.

No need to put that message up, the lead time on orders last time I heard was 8-9 months....

Steve

[theidlemind]

Erik T. characterizes his build as "the Beta" unit. I understand this to mean that FFR isn't selling the Speedstar to the general public yet. I suggest you consider his build thread: https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?41650-Hemi-Powered-SPEEDSTAR-in-the-HOUSE!

HTH, Keith HR #894

I've got a Speedstar on order.
Early June delivery date, hopefully that holds true.........

[narly1]

I've got a Speedstar on order.
Early June delivery date, hopefully that holds true.........

Just curious, when did you place your order?

Earl

[Ltngdrvr]

I've got a Speedstar on order.
Early June delivery date, hopefully that holds true.........

You should go ahead and start your build thread showing what you ordered and what your plan is.

[theidlemind]

You should go ahead and start your build thread showing what you ordered and what your plan is.

I’ll do that.
Not much Speedstar activity yet.

[theidlemind]

Just curious, when did you place your order?

Earl

I placed the order December 2, production week is scheduled for June 18.
Can’t wait!!

[Ltngdrvr]

Not much Speedstar activity yet.

Exactly!
Need to get something going.
What part of the country are you in?

[theidlemind]

I'm in Sarasota, Florida.
This build will be happening in the driveway........

[Ltngdrvr]

I'm in Sarasota, Florida.
This build will be happening in the driveway........

Well, that leaves me out of coming around being nosey to see your car!;)

[Varmint Killer]

166029
Ordered Feb 2021 FFR #1251
Received July 2021
Final assembly Feb 2022
Go carted March 2022
Bodywork is planned to finish July 2022
Paperwork is works for title.
That is all you get.

[narly1]

I placed the order December 2, production week is scheduled for June 18.
Can’t wait!!

That's crazy fast compared to the lead-times for we've seen of late for other FFR models. Best of luck with your build!

Earl

[Erik W. Treves]

my kind of build - nice job on moving right along!

[Ltngdrvr]

166029
Ordered Feb 2021 FFR #1251
Received July 2021
Final assembly Feb 2022
Go carted March 2022
Bodywork is planned to finish July 2022
Paperwork is works for title.
That is all you get.

Upside down? Must be in China!;)

And, a receipt for a sump pump???

[Ltngdrvr]

How about this? Now that looks good even without a final paint job!

https://i.ibb.co/k89sh5x/Speedstar-build-pic-2.jpg