I think 3d printers start around $400. But, like every thing, you keep upgrading software and computers.
There was a used APR GTC-300 for sale a few weeks ago locally for $800. So, unless you want something special it probably isn’t a good idea. There has been a second one for $1200 for months.
Side skirts in CF for a C8 are pretty pricey, so something like that would probably be worth the effort. Plus, tolerances aren’t an issue.
I’d really like to get into the CF skinning, so bear with me for posting all these.