[azfordman]

I appreciate the responses so far. I had forgotten I can search past threads...so I will keep reading on the 4 vs 5 speed. It seems this is going to be a harder search than I had thought. There are currently a handful of 289 cars for sale at the moment, and all of them have "elements" of what I am looking for...right engine, right color, wrong transmission...etc. I will most likely talk to ERA and Unique this week to get exact pricing on a "roller". Aside from the car decision there is also the dilemma of how to distribute the funds I am working with. Spend it all on a high dollar perfect car....less money on a great car and a new truck.....more money on a great car, a decent used truck and the 50 cal BMG I have always wanted...... I am sure you all have been there, and I do appreciate your help as well as your patience!