Looking to buy my first Cobra 427 S/C in Oz

[CobraAddict]

[quote=spdbrake;1474094]The 427 that Roush makes is a stroked small block 351 based.

Their smallest and cheapest FE based (big block) is a 511 cu @ approx $29K US.
https://www.roushperformance.com/engines/511-srfe.html

Personally I'd try sourcing the engine in-country. If there are warranty issues later (chances are there will be) you won't be stuck with freight to-from the US.



I didn't know the Roush 427 was also a stroked 351. Sooo much to learn here

I would love to source one locally however have not yet found anyone that offers such a thing. It seems to be very much an American thing !!

[twobjshelbys]

Originally Posted by CobraAddict

I didn't know the Roush 427 was also a stroked 351. Sooo much to learn here

I would love to source one locally however have not yet found anyone that offers such a thing. It seems to be very much an American thing !!

Roush offers both big block and small block engines. But, having had a 427IR in my Cobra (it came with it), I would assert that they are overpriced for what you get compared to other builders. However, the logistics of working with an engine builder in the US and shipping to Australia might be offset by taking a standard production component. Worst yet you may be forced to a Chevy engine for your emissions requirements. Does Coyote meet those requirements in AU? Superformance will build a car that can accept a Coyote engine, but I don't believe Shelby does so yet.