Conversions
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Video: 2025 Mercedes-AMG C 63 gets V8 engine conversion
Mercedes-AMG’s latest C 63 S E Performance has left plenty of car enthusiasts wanting. Despite its prodigious combined outputs of 500kW and 1020Nm – which gives it the ability to catapult from 0-100km/h in 3.4 seconds, its hybrid powertrain makes…
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6-rotor Mazda MX-5 unveiled at 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon
The world might be moving towards electrification, but if events like Summernats and Tokyo Auto Salon are any indication, the tuner and modified car scenes are showing no signs of moving away from old-school tech. Last year, ‘Mad Mike’ Whiddett…
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For Sale: Mint 1975 Mazda 808 (RX-3) with 13b turbo conversion
A lovely little 1975 Mazda 808 RX-3 conversion has popped up for sale on social media, featuring a tuned 13B turbo engine and original reconditioned interior. Based on the Mazda 808 sedan, the car features full RX-3 trim conversion with…
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Toyota USA builds custom GR86 ‘Rally Legacy Concept’ for SEMA, 1.6T AWD conversion
The SEGA RALLY generation will enjoy this one. Toyota North America has built an awesome GR86 for the 2024 SEAM Show, featuring an AWD conversion and the 1.6T from the GR Corolla. And it’s all covered in Castrol livery like…
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Mad Mike McLaren P1 drifts up Goodwood with 1000hp 20B rotary conversion
The 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed brings a lot of excitement to the lower east English countryside every July, with noises from some of the most desirable and unusual machines the world has ever seen. This modified McLaren 650S-turned-P1, commissioned…
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Evoluto Automobili creates modern Ferrari 355, 55 units planned
Evoluto Automobili has unveiled its new ‘355 by Evoluto’ supercar. It’s a re-engineered homage to the iconic Ferrari F355, designed to deliver a modern yet analogue driving experience. The revamped classic blends exquisite design, cutting-edge technology, and custom quality engineering…
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Land Rover Discovery gets 4.0L Ford Barra, BMW 8HP conversion (video)
When it comes to engine swaps, the 4.0-litre Barra inline-six from the Ford Falcon has become a favourite due to its robust nature, and the ease with which high power and torque numbers can be achieved. Brendan McLaughlin‘s 1995 Land…
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Suzuki Swift rally car gets awesome Mitsubishi Evo X conversion
Suzuki took the wraps of its fourth-gen Swift late last year at the 2023 Tokyo Motor Show, but there’s very little for enthusiasts to get excited about. A 61kW three-cylinder or a mild-hybrid engine. Yawn. Where’s the Swift Sport? Who…
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Video: Electric drill gets Toyan V8 engine conversion, revs to 12,500rpm
Getting sick and tired of your pissy little 18V cordless drill burning out whenever you hit some hard stuff? You need a V8 drill. Yep, an actual V8-powered drill. YouTube channel Lets Learn Something has posted up an interesting –…