I just downloaded the "application" for a '05 body in white and I am not pleased with the "qualifications" needed to get one (we run a-sedan, unsponsored, but we can't win consistently). First, they are twice as much as the '03 was $1800. vs. $3500. (not a firm price- says you will be notified in 30 days) but they aren't even paint blems, they are pulled right off the line. If Ford wants the '05 to get exposure at the SCCA events they have to let "anybody" get one for a fair price, and that means blems. I don't buy into the quality vs. quantity thing either. A few well-funded teams will not make as big of an impact as if 10 show up and place 1,2,3,4,etc. against the C-cars. As far as the paint goes, it's going to get hacked anyway. Does anyone have a line on if Ford will eventually offer blems or reduce the price?