What are the strengths/weaknesses of particular years between 74 - 82? What about big-block swaps?

[Brassplyer]

Thinking about getting a C3. 74 - 82 seem more affordable in general. Is there anything particularly outstanding or problematic with a particular year C3 that you think is noteworthy, things I should be wary of?

I might look to drop a big block into one - are the drivetrain considerations pretty much the same for all C3s? Is there anything particularly harder about doing it with any of those years?

Thanks!

 

[douglasamariani]

A big block will fit. You will have to change the mounts, bigger radiator, Etc.