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Originally Posted by 767Jockey
For a replica to have any significant additional value with a 428 vs. 390 block - I just don't see it. They're just FE's. Step up to a cross-bolted, sideoiler big bore 427 block, and THAT's a significant difference. 390 vs. 428 block - there really is no difference at all, value wise.
That's my $.02, your mileage may vary.
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For me, there's a significant "value" difference. With
all other things being equal, I will buy the Cobra with the 428 every day of the week and twice on Sundays over a Cobra with a 390. But that's just me. Part of the decision for me is emotional and I do not get emotional about a Cobra with a 390 regardless of how "it looks on paper."
The '67 Mustang GT could have had a 390 in it, depending on options. Shelby or someone inside SA decided to "upgrade" to a 428 for the GT500. Sorry folks, I can't remember the story.
The OP seems to be steering towards a 390 and that's great, if that's what he chooses. My opinion always seems to be in the minority.
My viewpoint is biased of course. I also chose an alloy body, because I wanted to closer in authenticity to the original. I think the 428 is the better choice between the two (390 versus 428). IMHO.
