The RA24 Toyota Celica might not be the first car you think of for a sweet Honda S2000 F22C engine conversion, but this example has certainly pulled it off with very convincing character. Nestled under the bonnet is the high-revving delight that is the 2.2-litre Honda VTEC naturally aspirated four-cylinder […]
Conversions
Top 10 engine conversion ideas for production cars
As manufacturers succumb to increasing pressure from emissions targets and mass-market demands, some formerly renowned favourites of enthusiasts are becoming lacklustre and same-same. Let’s cast our minds to a parallel universe, where the enthusiasts call the shots, with no accountants or marketers in sight. In no particular order, here is […]
Video: 2JZ-powered Toyota 86 runs 9.1sec, world’s fastest?
Have you ever wondered what is the fastest Toyota 86 in the world? Wonder no more. This is it. Apparently. It features a monster 2JZ engine conversion. Clearly the project car is off to a great start by going for the famed 2JZ 3.0-litre straight-six Toyota engine, lifted from the […]
1970s BMW E9 CS gets an E39 M5 V8 conversion
If you love old-school cars and you love awesome conversions, you might want to lean forward for this one. It’s an E39 BMW M5 with the body of a 1970s E9 CS. Yep, you read correctly. Underneath the sensuous shapes of this E9 CS coupe lies the full running gear […]
Ford Focus V8 engine & RWD conversion kit looks fun (video)
Not enough power coming from your Ford Focus hatch? Maybe it needs a V8 engine conversion? Fortunately, a company in the US specialises in exactly that and has just announced prices and specific component details needed for the crazy conversion. The tuning garage, called Kugel Street Rod Components, has announced […]
For Sale: Tyrese Gibson’s ‘Rolls-Royce Ghost Sprinter’
Tyrese Gibson is one of the biggest movie stars on the planet right now. He’s featured in films such as Transformers, Baby Boy, and has gone on to become one of the superstars of the extremely successful Fast and Furious franchise. Tyrese has owned his fair share of cool rides, […]
For Sale: 1971 Mercedes 220D with Lexus 1UZFE V8 conversion
This car started life as a 1971 Mercedes-Benz 220D with a whopping 44kW, however, it’s fair to say it’s now far from its original glory. Originally a 220D sedan, it has been converted into a ute and now sports a 4.0-litre Lexus 1UZFE V8 and an automatic transmission. With a […]
Insane Volkswagen Golf R twin-turbo V6 conversion by HGP
When it comes to VW Golf tuning this crazy creation by HGP is one of the most insane we’ve seen in a long while. 3.6-litre V6 conversion, twin turbochargers, 548kW