For those that might be interested in building the Open EZ, I am putting a spreadsheet together with modern day costs, suppliers, and part numbers. I am about 70% done. This would be the average build cost and would exclude engines, props, and avionics due to the fact that those will vary greatly from builder to builder.
I have found that a lot of the info online is way out of date, or ballpark averages at best. I should have it done by the end of the weekend and will post here. From what I am finding so far, is it adds up fast, and the recommendations from those that have gone before, and offer the advice of picking up a project that is for sale on the cheaper side, should not be ignored. Not to discourage a new build by any means. It just might surprise you to see the deal you are getting from what raw materials alone cost. Not to mention the labor saved.
Anyway, be sure to check back here for the sheet.