what to get - V8 old 240 volvo or other crazy car

[steve.zissou]

Ok, So I am starting to think about my next car (I'll keep the FG turbo ute 460rwkw) but what something different, preferably with rear seats.

If no one decides to bring over a full size pick up from the US factory (not paying 120,000 for a $40k car via importers) I am thinking about going old school crazy with a budget of about 50k (also using it to promote my business). Options so far are:

Volvo 240 station wagon V8 conversion (Miami 5.0 SC maybe?)
Jeep wrangler Hemi conversion
Dick Johnston style EX falcon (probably with full decal set) and a 5.0 miami Conversion
A Queen Family Truckster replica from National Lampoon's Vacation
Dodge charger with full dukes of hazard paint job
old school pick up truck with modern v8 conversion (old dodge or ford etc)
old merc with a v8 conversion

yes - i dont want to go back to a slow car

open to any ideas - have a year or 2 to sort it out

[OffRoadFalcon]

Originally Posted by steve.zissou

Volvo 240 station wagon V8 conversion (Miami 5.0 SC maybe?)
A Queen Family Truckster replica from National Lampoon's Vacation
Dodge charger with full dukes of hazard paint job
old school pick up truck with modern v8 conversion (old dodge or ford etc)

These options look particularly good to me!

I've seen a Charger recently, full General Lee replica, absolutely loved it! What a cool car!

[Nikked]

Crazy old Mercury Colony Park, with a Rouch 427 R would be awesome!

[CyberWasp]

I love all of those options, you can't go wrong on a Ford or a Hemi type project.

But please don't laugh at this one as it is at the other end of the scale.

How about an old Mini with a 1 Litre EcoBoost motor in it.
That would have to fly.

[Streets]

Don't ruin a Charger with yet another Dukes replica

[mr smith]

XR or XT Falcon done old school NASCAR.
I do like the XE option, the latest XE by Phase autos has me thinking real hard about some thing down those lines.
Or instead of the Jeep an International Scout with a hemi.

[aussie muscle]

i'm tempted to look at a XD or XE DJR replica (or tribute) myself. only $$ stop me doing it (to do it properly).

Originally Posted by Streets

Don't ruin a Charger with yet another Dukes replica

it's only a paint job and decals/vinyls. nothing that can't be undone.

[FGII-XR6]

the dick Johnson one sounds good

[Iggypoppin']

If you do any Miami based project I'd look at increasing the budget, an engine this new going into something old will no doubt have lots of hidden costs you won't realize until later on.
Some cool ideas you've got though!

[ebv8]

i'd like to see a wrangler with a hemi, chuck on a clear perspex bonnet and srt8 badges...

[JC]

What business are you in and promoting? That might make a difference to what I choose. But the Volvo wagon with the Miami sounds like the go. Should get it done for under $30K I'd reckon.

[302 XC]

Think the biggest issue is,what can you legally build for road use in your state ....
What from your list can be easily done within your budget
XD,XE DJR replica sounds good,but its gotta be done right or its just another half attempt and they usually look half attempted

[BrisMoses]

The Jeep with the Hemi is great but doubt you will get that done within your budget

I think the Volvo is an interesting idea

[Fev]

Ford Escort MK2, Forest flares and a 2.0L Ecoboost

[XP6]

seeming you allready like a big turbo six... why not a old 40~60's ford or 4dr pacer (fake 1) and slot in a warm turbo 6!

[mash again]

late 60's comet, fairlane etc nascar replica, like the idea of an xt xr nascar, but its got 4 doors unless u can find the us one with 2 doors. Agree with the dukes of hazard being a no go. maybe a smokey and the bandit replica conplete with CB, all the parts are available and people build them in the states, may be able to get one shipped already done, this mob have museum to do it up state trans ams. http://www.transamflorida.com/TRANSAMFORSALE.htm

[Motorbreath310]

E36 3-series sedan with either an LSX or SBF. Or maybe a clevo? You can buy kits, pre-fabbed engine and transmission mounts etc. from the US.

[Jack960]

ra23 celica with a 4 cylinder turbo or very small v8.

[steve.zissou]

thanks guys, some great ideas.

its a plumbing business so it should have some ability to carry something (3 series bmw is out unfortunatly along with the transam)

i think the nsw rta regs will determine my engine swap options

thinking may be a ratrod pick up or a hotrod pick up could be good.

but that v8 volvo 240 station wagon keeps naging at me

[Motorbreath310]

Originally Posted by steve.zissou

thanks guys, some great ideas.

its a plumbing business so it should have some ability to carry something (3 series bmw is out unfortunatly along with the transam)

i think the nsw rta regs will determine my engine swap options

thinking may be a ratrod pick up or a hotrod pick up could be good.

Cem ahhhhhn!!

[Chopped]

Originally Posted by steve.zissou

...its a plumbing business so it should have some ability to carry something...

[hodge_williams]

what about
1. subaru L series with an EJ25 conversion?
2. datto 1600 with an SR20DET or RB conversion? there is one for sale here at the moment http://www.carsales.com.au/private/d.../?Cr=0&sdmvc=1

[GasoLane]

Well this fits the V8 and crazy car requirements, but not sure how much plumbing gear you would fit in

(But who cares, think what you can claim at Tax time )

[Powdered Toast Man]

I worked with a guy who had put a 4.4L V8 out of a P76 into a Volvo 240 sedan. Sounded great.

The Volvo wagon would get my vote. Not sure if Id bother fitting a Miami though. Maybe something simpler like a 5.0L Windsor or 5.0L chev.

[lucas2]

Do this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymi0xkErqWI

maybe instead of a 2JZ fit the 5L or a barra turbo

[malazn mafia]

VW Kombi WRX motor
Mitsubishi Express LS1
Toyota Tarago 80s/90s rwd, 2JZ

[XP6]

Ah didnt realise you wanted to carry work gear... Valiant Safari wagon or even a ute with the falcon turbo six!(pacer themed of course!)

[blackf6]

http://www.subaruoutback.org/forums/...ionwagon-8.jpg

[EF ECTIV]

I'll just leave this here (found on another forum)

[Uncle Tone]

You could carry stuff in this:

http://www.streetlegaltv.com/news/he...dijon-mustard/

Early Shadows can be had for less than $15K, choose wisely and all you'll have to do is the running gear.