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JoeC,

------Yes the 63 Tempest 421s were very fast cars and set in motion things to come.However,as delivered,they were definetly not useable for much of anything.The rope driveshaft and transmission-rear end set up were woefully inept for almost any use.I dont know of any racer that could keep one together,or make one run in as delivered condition.Arnie B told me one time that he just shook his head the first time he looked underneath one,and we all know what he did to his almost immediatly upon recieving it.
------I have a friend who had a brand new 326 3spd (only standard trans available) convertible and his was always in the shop for one drivetrain problem or another.That engine was 250hp.Can you imagine what the 421 would do.I know the trans was upgraded but,as delivered it wasnt near enough!
-----They are a great looking little car though and when modified with the correct trans location and rear-end they make for a great package..........Bill S