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There's a small block Unique listed in this story for $36K. https://www.rcnmag.com/fresh-finds/three-cobras-for-35k
ERA FIA 2092 $59K: http://www.clubcobra.com/classifieds...uct=7391&cat=2 Unique FIA $33K: http://www.clubcobra.com/classifieds...uct=7387&cat=2 Unique Slabside $35K. Looks like the same one listed in the Reincarnation Magazine article: http://www.clubcobra.com/classifieds...uct=7386&cat=2 |
just having some fun here...
list of biggest factors and value for each: big vs small block: too many variables but if hp is say 500 does engine size matter? 4-5-6 speed trans: 6 speed + 5k, 5 speed 2.5k fuel injection vs carb: fi + 3k make of car: big difference 289 vs 427 style: no difference? other factors? |
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I just did one back on June 3! Great tour! Sold me |
I should have about $75K invested in my ERA slabside. 289 SBF, T-5 trans, RAM clutch
ERA: $45k or so including options Wheels and tires: approx $5K Paint: $8,500 Engine/drivetrain: $15k from Brent Lykins Plus a few thousand more in tools, etc. The car won’t be a roller when I get it. ERA will bond the body and install the rear suspension. |
I'm slightly ahead of what you expect to have in your Slabside when completed. My Slabside, a turnkey was completed in June 2014.
John ERA #3010 Slabside 289 BRG |
500 HP is a lot easier to get with a big block than a small block.
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500 HP pretty easy in a 351w.
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my point wasn't with respect to sideslabs. it was tryibg to value the importance of "goodies" like 500 hp (be it from a big block or a mid block like a 351w), 6 speed trans, fuel injection, other...
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Hmmm, I think fastd was really just making fun of small blocks. You know, basically saying that a small block in a 427 style car is for pussies. Frankly, I'm shocked... shocked, I say....:D
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ok. i'll play. first, you misunderstood my meaning. my question was: if there is an engine that produces 500 hp does it matter from a value perspective whether it comes from a small block or big block? my personal bias is against big blocks however: i prefer smaller blocks because i personally prefer higher revving engines that feel "lighter" than how big blocks typically behave. no offense meant to anyone - just my personal taste - wouldn't have mentioned it but patrickt called me out. |
I haven't posted in a while myself but this brought me out of the woods....
In answer to the original post- how long is a piece of string? Eg: I've got $40k in the engine alone, and yes, I got a great deal. When you start playing with exotic parts the dollars will rack up. I'm with Patrick- figure on six figures. Good luck with it all. ...and ps: Quote:
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A good friend of mine just won an auction on a Superformance cobra. Beautiful car ,well cared for , its on the internet .Unbelievable price . I got a really great deal on my Unique .Really well cared for as well . There are deals out there , look for them and jump ,do not hesitate . I've been looking for years .
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agree dacobb.
seems like fia/slabside has gained in popularity vs the 427 (although I guess 427s are still 80% ish of the market) |
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Now, you could build a 427 S/C with a rip-snortin' big block with over 500hp, but make sure to update your will. |
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The Hurricane is a more complete kit, and you could just get it in at right around $30k if you were frugal, and used a 5.8L junkyard motor, used transmission, etc.... As far as $7-12k in paint, that is completely up to the individual owner. I guarantee you that Lynn Park's "Son of Dirt Bag" doesn't have $7-12k in paint on it, for instance. As far as "any mods all builders do" that is your opinion and somewhat hyperbolic. |
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