[JJCobra]

I went with the 428 and at the time was the right choice for me. This was 3.5 years ago and as a 32 year old with twin girls on the way, decided I couldn't justify the extra coin for braggin rights. I have a nice engine with all the goodies (Edelbrock, Erson, Avaiad, Pro Systems, etc.) built be FE Specialties. It has more hp than I'll ever have talent for and is so reliable it is almost boring. I selected this configuration with the thought that if I decided I needed to move up to the 427, all I would need is the new block and pistons. I don't have any intention of selling it, though with that said I know my resale value is not as high as those with the sideoiler based engines. One of these days when I have an extra $8k laying around I'll go ahead and move up to the Shelby block. Until then, I'll try to drive the piss out of my heavy boat anchor.

Jason