Here’s something different to the usual JDM-style tuning normally associated with the drift scene. It’s a custom-built BMW E46 3 Series Coupe drift car featuring an LS3 V8, built by HGK Racing. Yes, a BMW 3 Series Coupe with an LS3 6.2-litre V8 conversion for the sheer purpose of amplifying […]
Conversions
BMW Z3 M Coupe with M5 V10 engine does 0-340km/h
It seems the previous generation BMW M5 V10 engine is a hot power source for car conversion enthusiasts. After earlier this month’s Subaru Impreza WRX V10 BMW M5 conversion had us watering at the mouth, today we find this custom-built BMW Z3 M Coupe race car with the same BMW […]
Video: Subaru Impreza WRX with BMW M5 V10 engine
We always love crazy conversions and wacky ideas here at PD, and this Subaru Impreza WRX V10 BMW M5-powered creation is a fine example. Yes, a 5.0-litre V10 rear-wheel drive Subaru Impreza WRX. A debut drifting video of it was recently posted up on YouTube. It’s doesn’t take a second […]
For Sale: E28 BMW 528i Motorsport with 3.5-litre engine conversion
This is one of those rare cool finds for sale that is actually affordable. It’s a 1983 E28 BMW 528i Motorsport with a 3.5-litre straight six engine conversion. It’s also got a five-speed manual transmission, LSD and a nice set of Alpina wheels. It’s available now on carsales in NSW. […]
Fiat 126 with supercharged 1100cc Honda Blackbird engine
Now this is a pretty cool find. It’s a custom made Fiat 126 with a rear-mounted 1100cc Honda Blackbird motor in the back. Supercharged. Unlike our usual Cool Finds, this one is not for sale, in fact it’s still in the building process. It has taken some fairly serious fabrication […]
For Sale: Ford Mustang ‘Vanquishd’ with Aston Martin V12
Here’s something different. It’s the 2005 Ford Mustang ‘Vanquishd’ show car with an Aston Martin V12 engine under the bonnet, and it’s now for sale. ‘Vanquishd’ was on display at the 2006 SEMA Show, after Western Motorsports completed the conversion. Yes, it’s a very uncommon conversion but Western Motorsports, renowned […]
For Sale: Bullet Roadster V8 Mazda MX-5
This Bullet Roadster Mazda MX-5 is the perfect car for those who want an MX-5, but haven’t bought one yet because they feel it lacks in power. Well how does a V8-powered Mazda MX-5 sound? Bullet is a specialist performance car factory in Queensland which is renowned for transforming MX-5s […]