The Buick Grand National turbo V6 was the LS1 of motor swaps in the 80's. We've seen them in everything from Datsun pick ups to Corvettes. This is the first time we've seen one in a Triumph and this has got to be one ridiculously fast car. Not only does this little TR7 have the motor and trans a of a GN, but the builder also managed to shove the rear-end under the little Triumph as well. The seller states that there's something not quite right with the swap as it falls on it's face under heavy acceleration. This sounds like a boost problem to us, but there is a myriad of issues that could be causing this symptom, (fuel, spark, ECU, plugged cats, etc). This would be an amazing car when sorted out. Find it here, in Hillpoint, WI, for $4,000. We also love the Halloween appropriate Spider edition, complete with cartoon spiders on the quarters!
1980 Triumph TR7, Complete Buick Grand National Drive-Train
Here's a good deal on a Barracuda project that looks to have a very straight body and relatively rust free. This car isn't anything special from the factory so you could do something custom if you wanted. The car comes with the original drive-train if you want to restore. Find it here, in Sacramento, CA, for $6,500.
1972 Plymouth Barracuda Project
We love big, comfy luxury cars that have a good amount of power. Sadly, most performance luxury cars past 1990 are automatics. This Lexus GS300 has a complete LS1 swap with T56 as well as some healthy modifications that put the HP to just over 400 at the wheels. The car is suspended via coil-overs, but there is no mention of brake upgrades. The Supra wheels help to keep it sleeper and overall, this car looks well built and well cared for. Find it here, in Winder, GA, for $15,000 OBO.
1999 Lexus GS300, LS1 Swap
The M535i was the M5 before the M5. It was as high performance as possible at the time, sporting a 215hp/230tq 3.4ltr straight 6 with uprated brakes, suspension, and diff. These cars were only made between 1979 and 1981 and were only available in the European markets. This car is in pretty good condition but does need some love. The current owner has done quite a few bits of good maintenance that should keep it on the road for many years to come. Some of the issues are rusty doors, clutch/throwout bearing, and an aged interior. On the subject of the interior, we love it. There's a lot of detail that you just don't get in any of the more modern Bimmers. The color combo is nice on this car and we think it could clean up into something very special. Find it here, in East Atlanta, GA, for $3,000.
1981 BMW M535I
Let's face it, aside from having your turbo's sticking out of your hood, no one is going to expect an old C10 to beat them to the next stop light. This truck puts down a mighty impressive 551hp and 511tq from a twin turbo fuel injected 355ci. More than enough power to belittle a new Mustang GT at the 1/4 mile. We suspect that this will not be a corner carver as there is no mention of suspension mods and well, it's a C10. This truck promises to be loads of fun in a straight line, but we would love to see a more vintage set of wheels to make it look even more sleeper. Find it here, in the Portland area, WA, for $12,500.
1975 Chevy C10, Twin Turbo, Fuel Injected
We've seen plenty of L28ET swapped 240Z's, but this one is not only a very clean example of the S30 chassis, it's also a great deal. Especially when you consider that it comes with a complete extra turbo motor should anything go wrong with the one currently in the car. We love the color combo and very traditional body as well as the super clean interior. The seller does mention that there is some smoking coming from the valve cover and there are some very small rust spots. This has got to be the best Datsun deal on the East Coast right now. Find it here, in Queens, NY, for $4,700.
1973 Datsun 240z, L28ET Swap
What started life as a pedestrian automatic 323i has now become a full fledged dream wagon. This E46 Touring has benefited greatly from the death of a low-mileage 2004 M3. There's little that wasn't swapped over to the wagon, including manual trans, gauges reflecting actual motor mileage, differential, seats, steering wheel, etc. This is one hell of a daily driver set up that could also be great on the track. We found the car through it's original for sale thread on bimmerforums, here, and the actual ad is on autotrader, here, for $18,750, in Chicago, IL.
2000 BMW 323I, Full M3 Swap
