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Old 01-14-2010, 12:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Excaliber View Post

OK so here we have a CSX with a genuine 427 alloy Shelby motor, OR, a CSX with a genuine date coded 427 side oiler. Same car, same options but with two different engines. Which one carries the best re-sale price?
I think that depends on when it is resold. They will continue to build more new alloy Shelby engines and won't be building anymore date code correct 427 side oilers (obviously). So the vintage engine is going to appreciate over time, while the "new" alloy Shelby will depreciate as it's used.
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