I would think that such a project to be successful should look at the kit cobra and the supporting websites to as a model for success.

One company sells the kit, http://www.factoryfive.com/index.html, and then there are the supporting sites such as this one http://www.ffcobra.com/ that supports itself by providing forums and support for those building and an avenue for tradesman to sell products and skills to complete the cars.

This way those learn what to expect prior to beginning the project from those before them. They have support and encouragement along the way and do not need to re invent the wheel when they run into problems.