[Lowell W]

If you go with a reputable engine builder, I'm sure you'll be happy. If he's nearby, so much the better.

There are many threads regarding BB vs. SB vs. FE, etc., etc., with avid proponents of each. Figure out what you want to do with the car and what's important to you and have your motor built accordingly FOR YOU; NOT FOR THE GUYS AT THE GAS STATION OR THE SPECTATORS AT THE CAR SHOW (unless that's what you want). One caveat: There are a lot of cars for sale with monster motors and only a relatively few miles on them. A little less motor might be a lot more enjoyable in the long run if you plan to drive the car much.

Another item to consider is transmission/rear gearing and there are many posts covering this topic as well.

When I ordered my car, I knew it was what I wanted but I skimped a bit on the motor because I wasn't sure how much I ws actually going to drive it and didn't want to pay for extra stuff if it wasn't going to matter. I ended up having the second motor built just as I wanted. Get the motor the way you want, if you can afford to, and only do it once.

Enjoy your new car!

Lowell