Since I am new here I will reply to an older thread.

Simply put a t bucket.

I have a bunch of parts already. But I would build my own frame narrow the rear axle myself, probably just buy the front suspension and body and seats.

Motor would be a 455 Buick, why a Buick because I have one and they are one of the best looking motors out there. Also getting 700 lbs ft of torque out of them is not too hard and that would be alot of fun in a 2000 lb car

Motor would be the most expensive part almost 9k but I could do it cheaper. I could come in way under 25k