08-23-2011, 10:41 AM
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Join Date: Sep 2006
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Cobra Make, Engine: Cobra Auto Works body, Ron Godell Racecars chassis, 1989 Mustang GT 5.0 HO (converted to carb), W/C T-5, 3.73's in a Ford 9" Traction-Loc.
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Originally Posted by PDUB
And bly123, they can build you a small block car for your planned small block build, rather than putting the small block into the 427 body style  ! Keep in mind that VERY FEW guys have 289 cars... most are 427 cars. You'll stand out, even in a croud of Cobras  ! |
How correct you are, PBUB! The Unique 289 models have that "lean 'n' mean" look about them, compared to the 427 models in general, not just those from Unique, which to me just look "bloated" in comparison.
Having said that, though, I must admit I have a 427 model with a 5.0HO SBF powertrain. It isn't what I wanted, but it was what I could afford ($18.2K and I drove it home).
However, future plans include a 289 model, even if I have to pay Mr. Bruce to put one of his 289 bodies on my 427 "chassis".
If I do that, I think I may look for an early Ford Explorer or other short wheelbase 4X4 and mount the 427 body on that....ought to be unique (definitely NOT to be confused with "Unique" products  ).
Cheers from Dugly 
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