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Company Profile

Everett-Morrison began when Buford Everett purchased an original mold of the Cobra and tooling for the Chevrolet Cheetah from Dean Morrison in 1983 in Chicago. From the beginning, the company introduced innovations that would make the new kit more responsive, powerful, and yet reasonable to construct with a minimum of tooling.

The first five years saw the new car move from its original solid rear axle to independent suspension using first Corvette and then Jaguar XKE rear drive packages. The original front end used A frames with a single shock and king pins, as was the case with the Corvette. The 1990’s saw the introduction of the coil over suspension and increased wheelbase from 90 inches to 93 and then to 96 inches.

New powerplants made of aluminum were added as were race proven transmissions. Then, in 2002, E-M began the redesign of the entire vehicle. First designing a completely new tubular and ladder frame made of stainless steel and then simplifying the process of moulding the fiberglas bodies and panels. Abandoning the previously used “chopper gun” sprayed fiberglass spray methods, our company then introduced hand laid cross strand fiberglass construction and in 2003 the newest GENERATION IV was completed.

2005 and 2006 saw more improvements in interiors now made with UltraLeather as an option to real leather, and increased foot room for driver and passenger. Brakes were increased in size to 13 inches diameter vented discs and two piston aluminum calipers in front and 11 inch vented discs with single piston calipers in the rear.

In 2007 the company founders decided to bring in successor management and a sale was made to the current CEO Julie Fenimore, P.E. who has committed herself to continuing the development and expansion of technolonical advances of this great car. E-M has relocated to the Houston Texas area to better reach and serve its more than 700 customers across the country while retaining the relationship with the Everett family.

Julie is a licensed professional engineer with significant experience in composite design and construction of commercial jet aircraft and a mechanical engineering history. The availability of Brett Everett, the designer of the GENERATION IV, and the upgrading of customer service and marketing will assure a smooth transition and future growth of the company which will remain Everett-Morrison Motorcars.

Everett-Morrison Motorcars believes that continued success is best achieved by providing the customer with genuine value. With our quality components, ease of assembly, and technical support, E-M is dedicated to making every customer’s kit car experience a successful and rewarding one.

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Generation IV Kits & Turnkeys

The new Generation IV Replica kit is available in three phases titled “Phase 1″, “Phase 2″, and “Accessory & Driveline Package”. When all three phases are purchased together, they include everything required for a drivable vehicle except for wheels, tires, engine, and paint.

In addition to these three phases, we offer a line of optional components, which are not required on a basic car, but may be added as desired. Examples of optional components would be roll bars, cd/stereo system, console, etc.

For those who would like their kits fully or partially assembled please contact us. The Generation IV Replica kits may be selected in such a way to order anything from a rolling chassis, to an advanced assembled kit, to a complete turnkey replica.

The first step in building your Generation IV Replica is purchasing “Phase 1″, which includes the frame and all the chassis related components for the car. Phase 1 along with wheels and tires can be fully assembled before the body is purchased.

The next step is purchasing the “Accessory & Driveline Package. This phase includes the transmission and other accessories, which when combined with a customer supplied FE block engine, will complete the powertrain. The engine and “Accessory & Driveline Package” can be installed in the chassis before the body is purchased.

The final step is purchasing “Phase 2″. This phase includes the fiberglass body and all related parts, which will install directly to the body. E-M’s fiberglass body comes as a unitized assembly with integral cockpit, trunk compartment, and wheel wells. Doors and lids are hinged and latched at the factory. The body may be simply dropped onto the completed chassis and bolted down at eight points. The majority of the body hardware can be pre-installed on the body before mounted to the chassis.

Generation IV Features

Wheelbase

Over the past 25 years, E-M has built Replica automobiles on three wheelbases, the original 90″ along with a 96″ and a 98″. The 90″ cars are generally cramped for drivers over 6 feet in height. The main problem with the original design is really the sidepipes. The way they exit the body just forward of the footboxes causes the loss of about 4″ of potential legroom.

The Generation IV solution to this problem is to reposition the pedals forward about an inch, combined with lengthening the wheelbase 3″ to a 93″ wheelbase. The lengthening has been done in the door, which is also an advantage because people over 200 lbs frequently find the 90″ wheelbase door is too short to easily get in and out. But the shape of the door has been very carefully maintained so that the overall look and proportions of the car are not noticeably changed.

Chassis

The 4″ round tube frame has always been one of the most admired features of the E-M car. The Generation IV has an all-new simplified 4″ design. It has 29% fewer parts than our previous design. The new chassis has the removable transmission cross member, and driveshaft safety loop as standard features. Also we have added seat and seat belt mounts to the frame where they were previously on the body.

But the best thing about the new Generation IV frame is that it is made of stainless steel. It does not require either paint or powder coating and it is by far our finest chassis ever.

Body

The E-M fiberglass body has always been known for it’s strength, quality, good fits, and symmetry, but with Generation IV, it is now even better! Below is a brief list of improvements to the body:

1. Switched to the “hand laid” method of construction, which allows more accurate control over the panel thickness and weights.
2. Added a double veil to the outer shell, which imparts a smoother finish to the gel coat.
3. Cored the cockpit, trunk compartment, and wheel wells to increase stiffness and reduce weight.
4. The new Generation IV bodies are made from vinyl ester resin, again for a superior finish.
5. Foot boxes have been widened about 2″, which is particularly important on the drivers side as this allows the pedal spacing to be increased.
6. Improved the side door beams and provided new original style FMVS door latches with anti-rattle Teflon strikers.
7. Every body is now oven post-cured for six hours at 210 degrees F. This provides a final assurance against air bubbles, and helps to drive any excess solvents from the body.

The Generation IV is without question, our finest body ever!

Suspension

Over the years, E-M has employed five different suspension systems. The new Generation IV suspension is a streamlined variation of our previous Ford based fully independent design, now featuring stainless steel control arms.

Brakes

Cars that go fast should stop fast. The new Generation IV has 13″ front brakes and 11.65″ rear brakes, power assisted.

Cooling

Replica V8 Roadsters are notorious for running hot. It is a limitation caused by the large displacement engine combined with the relatively narrow body and air intake. The Generation IV has increased the radiator core width to 26″ and the tube width from 1″ to 1 1/4″. These changes give 40% more cooling area. In addition, the width of the cooling fan shroud has been increased from 17″ to 23″ for greater effectiveness at idle.

Fuel Tank/Cell

The new Generation IV Fuel Tank comes standard with safety foam baffling and one gallon increased capacity to 21 gallons. The filler, sender, pickup, and vent tubes are now accessible with the right rear wheel removed, and with the addition of the optional fuel bladder, the tank may be upgraded to a true racing fuel cell.

These are the major improvements for the Generation IV. Additional features are detailed in the Generation IV Brochure.

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What body style is your car?

The E-M Generation IV is a replica of the 1966 big block roadster.

How original is your car?

The E-M Generation IV replica features a very authentic body, original style 4″ round tube frame, as well as original specification lights, windshield, bumpers, dash, switches, gauges, roll bar, etc. We do offer some options which were never on the original 1966 automobile, a radio console, for example. But, with appropriate options, the E-M Generation IV can be made to be very original.

How much would it cost to build this car?

If you are building the car yourself, depending on options, you should anticipate a total parts cost in the range of $ 40,000 – $ 50,000.

How difficult is this to put together?

If you’ve ever changed a clutch, you’ve done work as difficult as you will find in building an E-M Generation IV, except that building a car is a much larger project.

Is there any welding required?

No, all welding is done at the factory.

Will I have to fabricate any parts?

No, E-M can supply all required components- bolt up ready.

How long does it take to put one of these together?

If you are doing all the assembly yourself, we recommend you allow about 300 man-hours to complete the car. We can supply the car pre-assembled up to some point of your choice, in which case the remaining assembly time would be less.

What type of engine can be used?

The new Generation IV chassis is designed to accept the Ford “FE” block engines. This family of engines includes the 390, 406, 427, and 428. The “FE” block is a high performance engine by design and being the original engine, makes a most authentic replica with a higher resale value.

What type of suspension does the car have?

The Generation IV replica has a fully independent front and rear suspension based on all new Ford components. All four wheels have stainless steel upper and lower a-arms with coil-over shocks. The front has late model Ford steering rack and 13″ brakes. The rear has 8.8 traction lock aluminum carrier and cv-jointed half shafts.

Can I get everything from you, or do I need to supply some things myself?

E-M can supply all the parts for the finished car except for the engine. If you don’t have a source for an engine, we have two qualified suppliers we can recommend.

Do I need a donor car?

No, since the engine is the only customer-supplied item, and this is best purchased from a qualified source, there is no need for a donor vehicle.

Do I have to buy everything all at once, or can I get it in phases?

You can buy parts in phases, as you need them, with no price penalty.

How long does it take to get parts?

It depends on the part. Certain components are kept in stock and delivery time on these is about 2 weeks. Examples of stock items would be gauges, lights, bumpers, windshields, steering wheels, etc. Other items, are built to order, such as bodies, frames, headers or upholstery. Delivery on these items is usually about 6 weeks, but sometimes may be longer, depending on our backlog.

Is there any warranty?

Yes, all parts of E-M manufacture have a one-year warranty. Other stock parts, e.g. gauges, carry the warranty of their respective manufacturers.

I’m 6′ 4″ and weigh 285 lbs; will I fit in the car?

Yes, the Generation IV Replica with it’s enlarged footboxes and 3″ extended wheelbase will accommodate the tallest drivers.

How is the car registered?

State laws govern specific titling procedures. Your local DMV can provide you with requirements for your state. In all cases, E-M provides you with a Manufacturers Certificate of Origin. The state will require this certificate in order to title the car. The state will also require sales invoices for the major components of the car, as well as proof of insurance.

Where can I get insurance?

Some major insurance companies will insure kit cars at rates comparable with other sports cars. In addition, there are a number of insurers that offer more favorable rates by specializing in kit cars and street rods.

How is the car shipped?

The car body is shipped on a rolling pallet via enclosed truck at a cost of about $ 0.75 to $ 1.00 per mile, depending on distance. The frame and other components may be shipped along with the body for the same price. The frame may be shipped by itself via common carrier anywhere in the 48 states for about $ 100 – $200. All other parts may be shipped UPS.

Some Replica kits cost less than $ 10,000. How come yours is so much more?

Some kits require that you furnish most of the parts from a high mileage donor car. So, items such as radiator, fuel tank, wiring, gauges, steering column, wipers, headers, etc., may not be included in the price of the kit. Our kit is comprised of entirely new components and does not require a donor vehicle.

How long have you been in business?

E-M Motorcars was founded in 1983.

Why is your car better than all the rest?

Five reasons:

1. Superior Design.
2. First rate quality.
3. Wide selection of options.
4. Buy parts as you need them.
5. Excellent customer support.

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You are invited to visit our facilities during regular factory hours. Appointments are required. We look forward to showing you our facilities and our “Generation IV” Replica.

HOURS

Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. thru 4:00 p.m.
Email: cobras@ix.netcom.com

FACTORY LOCATION

Everett-Morrison Motorcars
1424 Sens Road
Unit #2
La Porte, Texas 77571