Don't do it because it's cheaper. If you have the time the skill and the place the kit will be a better bird.Plus you will know how to repair it if there is a problem. Also dont assume kits are cheaper than ARF's.
I had a midwest 1/4 scale Extra. Kit was $269 glass cowl $50 Monocoat $50. The 1/4 scale Sukhio I have now
cost$399. as an ARF. By the time you count glue and other little things you spend on a kit the ARF is about the same. Ballgunner had another good point. The Extra may not be the best choice for your first build. If someone
close by has some building time then go for it. If not think about something a little easyer. Like Super
Sportster or Tiger 2 Or even a Sig Something Extra if your flying skills are up to it. Let us know what you decide
and were here to help either way. later daveo