It's not that bad and not that uncommon. Some people like the better stock block and already have a bunch of SBC parts but want a cheap light drag car that can be made to hook. I ran a gutted notch with a BO BO ass 350 in it once in my 94 Z28, got em the first time, second time he barely edged me out. He had alot less power but just so damn light.
That car got sold and traded around so much though.