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If you like the Backdraft, then I would suggest getting one from an authorized Backdraft dealer as they have extensive experience in setting them up just right. I'm not talking about just the engine and transmission installation. There have been many Backdrafts produced, but it is still a very limited production vehicle and has some quirks. An authorized dealer will know how to deal with these up front and it will go a long way to making it reliable for daily use.

As for an engine, the Coyote sounds like it would be great for the way you want to use it. The other engine suppliers you mentioned have great reputations and I assume you can't go wrong with any of them. Just to make it even worse, I had a Windsor engine built by Smeding Performance in California and it was incredible. Powerful, reliable and even came with a 2 year warranty. I am not sure they still offer this, but it tells you something about how they build their engines. I was thoroughly satisfied and I hear the current owner of Backdraft #90 is as well.

BTW, there have been several Backdraft owners that use their cars for a daily driver. Perhaps if they read this they can tell you about the experience they had. I believe most of them were very happy with the car in daily use. Well, maybe until winter!

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