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Originally Posted by CobraAddict

In fact while I am on this forum. Let me ask...!?!?

I am based in Melbourne, Australia and planning to purchase a Cobra 427 S/C reproduction chassis hopefully by the end of this year.

The big problem in Oz is twofold. Getting a good one (there is allot of real kit car quality crap down under!) and getting one that is as authentic as possible in its looks, sound and feel is not easy.

There are many great brands out there vying for my money such as Superformance, Backdraft, EBA, Factory Five, DAX and even some good local Oz brands such as Robnell and Absolute Pace. The Pace 427 which has a truly inspiring chassis, is a sight to behold however, like the Kirkham just not what I am looking for!?

I want to have a car with the look and feel of an original 427 S/C as much as possible yet not necessarily paying $AUD 250,000 for the privilege (ie continuation cars)

We have an agent here in Melbourne for Superformance who are the only licensed manufacturer outside of Shelby themselves who seem to have a good authentic body with accurate dimensions and a good solid chassis under it using typically a selection of Rousch engines.
However Rousch do not offer a 427 BB, only SB bored/Stroked to 427. Sure these are great options and I may yet end up using one of these if I can’t get what I am looking for.

However in keeping with my desire to have the right look, feel and driving experience I really want to get an iron 427 BB which would be a good alternative to the original BB 427 FE Sided Oiler the S/C's used and run the traditional 4 speed Top loader with it in keeping with the original car.
Sure if I could get BB 427 FE Sided Oiler all the better (no not the Shelby all Aluminium 427. An all alloy motor just doesn’t sit well with me. Plus horribly expensive!).

Now I’m not interested in some 700 to 800 HP fire breathing widow maker. The typical 500 to 600 I see from most 427’s is far more than enough power in one of these (say 550 to 600 would be great).

Are you guys able to suggest any options ?

There are plenty of Superformance cars with FE engines, and a fellow I know just a short distance from me has one with a side-oiler block and toploader 4 speed. Just because your local dealer doesn't typically do them doesn't mean it can't be done.

You might want to post this in the Superformance group on CC - I'm sure that will elicit more specific responses as to exactly what you need in terms of engine sources, motor mounts, headers, etc. Superformance - Club Cobra