I've had a '56 Parklane for about 6 months now. I don't know how the car was originally equipped (VIN plate has been changed out). It currently has a '55 y-block 272 in it. The car sat for 35 years but I did get the car started. I don't know if the car is capable of moving -- I'm finishing up brakes and bearings and planned to move to the transmission next. I don't know if the cooling system is sound, either.

I'm committed to keeping a y-block in the car. Assuming the 272 is relatively sound, is it worth the investment of a rebuild, new distributor, carb, manifold, etc?

As an alternative, I've been checking the classified ads and came across a 312 for sale. Here's a picture and a copy of what the guy did with the engine.



and here's the invoice for the work done:



He hasn't yet answered my questions as to why he is selling or how much. From the looks of it, I don't think the engine has been run. If I were to move forward, any suggestions on how best to ensure the engine is sound? What questions should I focus on or is there anything (good or bad) that jumps out from the invoice? The block casting is ECZ 6015C. I don't know about the intake manifold. Thanks for any insight,

MplsMike
'56 Parklane
Minneapolis, MN