64 1/2 d code

I did a 64 1/2 Convertible a few years ago with the D code 289. It is a low compression 4 barrel. In my opinion, absolutely more valuable than a 2 barrel 289. It is my understanding, and I could be mistaken here, that in 1965 they introduce the A code 289 4 barrell that was higher compression.

I did a full on restoration back to original with that car. It was a convertible and had some very early features so I felt I had to restore it as the car was such early (April 18th, '64) production date. Had it been a later car or a coupe, I would have restomodded it for what it is worth to you and I considered doing so for most of the restoration period. In retrospect, however, if I had restomodded the car I may have done just as well or better selling it. Bolt on changes can always be undone. If you plan to keep it, do what makes you happy.