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Actually I think the 427 Cobra body would torpedo the value of my SBC dirt Late Model engines. Likewise, you'd torpedo the value of an FE427SO or an aluminum Shelby motor by putting it in a dirt Late Model and then try to sell it to a DLM racer.
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That's exactly the point. Cars with correct engines generally have a higher resale value- it's just a fact. If you look at any Cobra with a SBC, the resale is significantly lower than that of a Ford engined car, whether it be a SB or BB, and BB cars generally tend to command more than SB cars. (there are exceptions, but as a general rule, I think it holds true)
If you never intend on selling your car, it doesn't matter what engine you put in it- put in and enjoy whatever you want. However, if resale is a consideration (which I think it always should be b/c you never know what could happen) and you have the $$, better to go with a BB or at least some form of Ford power.