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Originally Posted by jsaig1

Thanks all. I love originality, but am concerned about drivability/reliability here in Los Angeles, where there is almost always traffic trying to get anywhere. Would the Roush motors and Tremec gearboxes or any others tend to be more suited for me?

Then don't buy a Hi-Tech. They are works of art that take replica originality to the next level and therein lies their appeal and value.
If all you want is a car that looks somewhat like a Cobra but with a more modern and daily-friendly drivetrain, then there are many Superformance and other less accuracy-focused cars out there for sale that will fall well within that price range and probably be newer.