Hack
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The SS 1LE is a really good car, but I wish GM would put a better engine in it. Pushrod engines, when forced to comply with modern emissions regulations, just are a little flat compared to DOHC engines. Maybe they will put the FPC engine from the Corvette in some Camaros. I'd be interested in that for sure.In addition to the great points made, the Voodoo will never be produced again. It takes its place among the legendary 1 off model specific Ford engines and perhaps the greatest NA engine Ford has ever built. Couple that with a never to be seen again 350/R package offering and I agree that these cars will continue to be desirable. Mach 1 looks like it is a great car. Would I buy one? No. Not at the current price point. And if I'm being honest, in an apples to apples comparison, I'd be a player for the SS 1LE instead. I was a player for the ZL1 but only because the R was unobtainable around here for so long But my patience ended up paying off.
I kind of think of the SS 1LE like the Miata of pony cars. A fun car to toss around in corners, but the engine is just meh. Really I even think of Mustang GTs that way. The Coyote is a better engine than what's in the Camaro, for sure, but still not as great as it could be. I have the FP track handling kit on mine and it's very connected to the road now. Handling feel is quite good. But the Coyote just doesn't compare to the Voodoo. And of course there are many other details, brakes being foremost.
Everybody has to make their own decision, but I can tell you that while I really want to own another GT350 - I'm waiting for now. The nice thing about wanting a car like the GT350 is that some people own them and hardly drive them. So even 3-5 years from now I think well-preserved examples will be readily available.This is why I feel so torn now. I really want a GT350. I'm finally in a place to do that somewhat comfortably, but I just don't know if that is a terrible decision based on the recent market.
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