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I've had my SPF for almost 6 years now. I've upgraded to the .82 TKO 600 Tremec tranmission, and the Torsen 3:27 locker rear end from Olthoff Racing. I can't say enougyh about this combination...extremely quick...much easier to hook up the ponies as compared tot he 3:73 Ford rear end...less wheel spin...more traction. Plus, at 70+ mph, the car's much more civil when cruising along at a little over 3K RPMS, rather than closer to 4K...
Big block..small block...you pick'em. You'll have way more horse power than you'll ever need with either. I like the Roush 427 combination, but their 402 stroker motor is way more'n you'll need anyway. Big blocks look good in there, but a small block's almost as potent...either will get you dead real soon, if you're not careful.
I'd also recommend Olthoff designed Bilstein coil-overs...excellent handling, improved ride, too. Plus, the Wilwood Superlight conversion Dennis O does in his shop in Charlotte. The extra braking power is phenomenal on the track...you're able to go much deeper into turns with more control and less fade. All in all, a couple of worthy upgrades.
My biggest complaint...?
Waiting as long as I did to buy one...! 
UPDATE: I incorrectly guestimated my revs at 70 previously. I drove my MkIII to work today, and I made a point of noting the RPMs on the highway. I was cruising along at ~70 and I was happily turning 2.2-2.3K. ~80 was a 2.5-2.6K...but still comfortable and with plenty of pull in 5th.
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