What is your dream S/SS car?

[Greg Reimer 7376]

The guide mentions the 427 Z-11,rates it at 430 horse, but it doesn't specify anything about the aluminum fenders, bumpers, inner fenders or hood. Does that imply that it would be OK to put that Z-11 engine in a conventional steel bodied Impala 2 dr.HT?The aluminum parts would be the real killer as to the expense of such an operation, also, the Z-11 heads and intake would be a real search. The Z block was the same as the 409, so building that would be more of a possibility, although the crank would have to be a custom stroker type of thing, as it had a longer stroke exclusive to that engine, 3.650" as opposed to the 3.500" stroke of the 409. You wouldn't want to get an original car and go to work modifying it because of the cost and the originality factor. I believe all the VIN's are accounted for even though all the cars built then were not. Try the 348/409 Forum on line for some good Z-11 info. What a search for parts this thing would entail!

[ChevelleStocker]

Originally Posted by Greg Reimer 7376

The guide mentions the 427 Z-11,rates it at 430 horse, but it doesn't specify anything about the aluminum fenders, bumpers, inner fenders or hood. Does that imply that it would be OK to put that Z-11 engine in a conventional steel bodied Impala 2 dr.HT?The aluminum parts would be the real killer as to the expense of such an operation, also, the Z-11 heads and intake would be a real search. The Z block was the same as the 409, so building that would be more of a possibility, although the crank would have to be a custom stroker type of thing, as it had a longer stroke exclusive to that engine, 3.650" as opposed to the 3.500" stroke of the 409. You wouldn't want to get an original car and go to work modifying it because of the cost and the originality factor. I believe all the VIN's are accounted for even though all the cars built then were not. Try the 348/409 Forum on line for some good Z-11 info. What a search for parts this thing would entail!

Yep, if one was building a Z-11 Impala the starting point should definitely be a standard Impala and not a factory Z-11 model. That 348/409 Forum is indeed a great site, while rebuilding my '60 Impala street car (Even though it only has 283) I even had an account there, just haven't logged in for a while...

That is a very cool car, but definitely out of my budget range.

[Larry Hill]

1968 Cougar or Mustang, my high school dream car, with the 427 FE engine. I think its a "W" code car.

[Billy Nees]

Originally Posted by Larry Hill

1968 Cougar or Mustang, my high school dream car, with the 427 FE engine. I think its a "W" code car.

Back in the early 70s, in the "gas station" days, a young lady used to bring one in for service. 68 Cougar, triple black, 427/c-6. I remember it not being the easiest car to change plugs in.

[Bob Don]

Dream car? .9 - 1.0 under in 3000' air, wheelies, low maintenance, "cool" factor (60s or 70s car), consistent, cuts good lights even if the driver sucks, and hell, since this is a dream, do it all for under $20K!

[Chad Fergen]

I'm a sucker for 68-72 Nova's

[Frank Bialas]

Originally Posted by Billy Nees

Back in the early 70s, in the "gas station" days, a young lady used to bring one in for service. 68 Cougar, triple black, 427/c-6. I remember it not being the easiest car to change plugs in.

Wild Bill I can relate!!! Had a guy around the same time with a big block mustang that was just a ball buster, anyway we had the motor out for what ever reason and I thought that I could fix his SHIIITT so I used the impact to install his spark plugs on driver side with motor on stand, I was so happy!!! Well some time had pasted and he was back, He stated that he was so pleased with the way the car ran after I had worked on it that he would only let me tune the bitch up, OH well, needless to say I couldn't believe this was happening.I can honestly say that CROW does not taste good!!!

[larrylomascolo]

This car is not in guide.1969 Yenko Nova 427 450 H.P with a Borg/Worner super T-10 for stock elm.(G-Force or Jehrico)for track.

[Christopher Stewart]

The one I've spent alotta time on, Jimmy Bridges SS/B Corvette.
I'd like to know his carburetor tricks too.