The 290 bhp 4.9L V8 is an engine originating from the 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 302.
Games[]
Need for Speed: Heat[]
The 290 hp 4.9L V8 is unlocked in Need for Speed: Heat as an engine swap option once the player reaches REP LVL 23 and can be purchased from the garage for 
126,500.
It can be upgraded to produce up to 1205 bhp (899 kW) from its stock 290 bhp (216 kW).
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Cars[]
The engine can only be fitted into the Ford Mustang BOSS 302 '69.
Need for Speed: Unbound[]
The 290 bhp 4.9L V8 in Need for Speed: Unbound is a basic rated engine available through the "Performance" menu in the garage.
It can be purchased for $126,500 and can be upgraded to produce up to 849 bhp (633 kW) from its stock 290 bhp (216 kW).
Cars[]
The engine can be fitted into six cars: