[Dangerous Doug]

ItBites: You make some excellent and valid points. However, for some people there is something about staying "true" to the original Cobra "mystique". Take me for instance: I had set out to build a 427 S/C, but in the midst of my research decided I didn't want a FE under the hood. It did not seem "correct" to have a small block Ford under the hood of a 427 S/C, so I did more research and absolutely fell in love with the ERA 289 FIA body and bought my Cobra to build. I am building a 289 (which, incidentally is NOT a Hi-Po which would be ultimately "correct") and that seems like the right mix---for me.

I think the desire to stick with the "mystique" is reflected in the resell value of the Chevy powered Cobras. It is also reflected in the resell value of 427 S/C's with small block Fords under the hood.

But none of us are here to invest our money wisely, are we? This is about what's fun for you, and enjoying our Cobra (replicas). I, personally, go for the "mystique", though just about every Cobra I see makes me stop and enjoy the lines.

DD