Odd car you want to build

[tylers88]

I know that some people have ideas for odd/off the wall cars they want to build. What are some of your ideas?

I want to build an 80s to early 90s S10 regular cab short box, 2wd and swap in a supercharged 3800 and a T5. I have always thought it would be fun, could be made fast, get decent mileage, run FOREVER with the 3800. Another thing I have thought is even with a nice exhaust it will sound horrible so I wouldn't have to hide V8 rumble making it a killer sleeper.

[Randy67]

I have way too many ideas for cars I would like to build (but cannot afford to do). But here are a few.
89-97 TBird with engine swap, probably LS or BBC
99 Bonneville (current daily driver) with CTS-V driveline
79 GMC pickup (also own) with oddball Diesel, something like a 4-53T
Odd small car with V6/V8 RWD conversion, maybe turbo/supercharged as well

[79-TA]

I'd like to build a crazy but subtle '63 Oldsmobile F-85. I almost bought one a few year ago. I like those cars.

[Protour_Pinto]

I would like to do another Pinto but even more over the top than the last one.

[Das Boot]

Pinto & a Gremlin

[wellis77]

A BIG 4-door Chrysler, and a rally-inspired track car 1974 Opel Manta full chassis, C-6 suspended, wide body, rear engine, turbo charged Eco-Tec.

[BuddyP]

1960 Ferrari SWB with newer Ferrari motor/drivetrain/brakes

[dontlifttoshift]

58 Edsel Ranger 2 door hardtop.....I got one......it's hideous.....someday I will get to it.

[406 Q-ship]

1968 or a 1969 Plymouth Satellite 4dr with a 5.7 Hemi (or the SRT8 Hemi) done up to look like an LAPD patrol car......soup can lights and all. Think 1-Adam-12 style

[srh3trinity]

I want a 73-87 4wd suburban with the rear roof cut off, roll up back window and the rear axle moved back with the bed reworked to make it flow a little better. For a power plant I would want a Cummins swap. Would make a nice towing vehicle.

[SRD art]

Wellis- with cop shocks, cop tires, cop tranny,... :)

See my sig rendering below. My wagon's nose looks just a little bit like a 1st gen Olds Bravada.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/1991Bravada3-1.jpg

I've been thinking how cool would it be to build an 8 lug converted, crew cab, long bed, S10 dually with a Bravada grill and late model 4.8 Vortec motor. I wouldn't want it on the ground but low enough for good looks, and paint it to match my wagon. That would be cool. A bit of inspiration...

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/202405842461996GMCS10CustomV8Dually-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/0906mt_02_z1993_chevy_s10_crew_cabfront_-1.jpg

[michael allman]

A 1975 Matador X Coupe

[lvrpool32]

Continuing with my vintage race car theme...Im seriously thinking about a Dekon Monza modern update...same body style but with LS power, 6 speed, 18" wheels.....

[moreHP]

I would like to take a late 40's early 50's GM truck and put a duramax engine allison trans in it.

[JEFFTATE]

Chevy Monza , Vega , Ford Maverick , Ford Anglia ..

[rustomatic]

Let's think fun driving, people: '55-'66 VW Bug with Subaru STI motor. Light weight and lots of horses equate to the ultimate sleeper. As far as flat turning goes, the original suspension doesn't need much to kill at an autocross...

[gjs14]

I would like to do a Mad Max style flat black 1969 mustang fastback, 15x8 and 15x10 black aero wheels with FAT BFG's tires, 351w and 5 speed ( no blower ) add a roof wing and a trunk wing just like the mad max falcon.

[SS PUNISHER]

Lil kenny body on 90's dodge frame, built cummins slammed on 20.5 super singles.....

[SS PUNISHER]

Would also like to build my 66 sedan deville.... slammed on some old school lookin 18s, 315/335 r888s with painted on whitewalls, twin turbo 472/500, auto trans with paddle shifters on the stock steering wheel...... maybe even nake the bumpers, front clip, doors and trunk carbon fiber and paint it all flat white..... hmmm... oh the pipe dreams....

[SS PUNISHER]

Wellis- with cop shocks, cop tires, cop tranny,... :)

See my sig rendering below. My wagon's nose looks just a little bit like a 1st gen Olds Bravada.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/1991Bravada3-1.jpg

I've been thinking how cool would it be to build an 8 lug converted, crew cab, long bed, S10 dually with a Bravada grill and late model 4.8 Vortec motor. I wouldn't want it on the ground but low enough for good looks, and paint it to match my wagon. That would be cool. A bit of inspiration...

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/202405842461996GMCS10CustomV8Dually-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/0906mt_02_z1993_chevy_s10_crew_cabfront_-1.jpg just throw that small block in a bravada! Would make ya 1 helluva tow pig! :)

[71duster]

top this one! lol! anybody know what it is? we had the rendering done and the project kinda fissled out due to not knowing which way to go with the suspension,long story. anyhow,she is still in the back yard.not many people have seen the rendering!
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[SparkyRnD]

that would be a cool project to see on the track!

I have been spending a lot of time looking online for 'that next project' that will be about 7-10 years out. I think one day I'd like to build a 1964 Thunderbird into a PT car. No, probably wouldn't be competitive; No, probably wouldn't be inexpensive; No, probably wouldn't be easy. But darn what a cool looking 2 door that almost no one builds.

[SS PUNISHER]

top this one! lol! anybody know what it is? we had the rendering done and the project kinda fissled out due to not knowing which way to go with the suspension,long story. anyhow,she is still in the back yard.not many people have seen the rendering!
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57995amc matador, its on the rendering....lol

[71duster]

amc matador, its on the rendering....lol

lmao! i noticed that after i posted it! even so,when is the last time anyone has seen one? i would love to pit a chassis under it and build it,but my GTX clone just went to the bodyshop and my duster needs some more "tricks".

[SS PUNISHER]

lmao! i noticed that after i posted it! even so,when is the last time anyone has seen one? i would love to pit a chassis under it and build it,but my GTX clone just went to the bodyshop and my duster needs some more "tricks".I knew what it was without lookin at the rendering though, my mothers ex husband was gonna buy me one and we were gonna put a 440 from a winnebago in it, told the guy the plan and he refused to sell us the car cause he said we would kill ourselves in it and he would be responsible somehow..... idk bout people sometimes....

[austin552]

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[Rod]

right now I'm building a 1963 AMC Rambler American wagon :confused: whhaaatt? that's right an AMC Wagon called project SUGAR

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/GEDC0047-1.jpg

[DartorDemon]

I have a few oddball cars i'd like to build. Two off the top of my head

ford maverick/240z/vega: Roading racing setup, 2JZ powerplant

73+ roadrunner. It such a strange looking car that i love it:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/noimg.gif

[69496]

Early bug would be cool like someone mentioned. My dad traded his 67 chevelle SS in for a super beatle in the 70's.lol.

My dad had a datsun 510 when I was a kid and have always wanted to build one of those. Even way back then they came stock with 4 wheel disc and independent rear suspension and super light. Turbo 4 cylinder motor with coil overs and sticky tires and that little sucker would fly around autocross

Corvair would be cool but I have seen a few of those done with v8 conversions. But not full pro-tour.

Early celicas and Z's are cool too. Both my parents had when I was a kid too. I guess I'm seeing a theme with what cars I like. My step-dad had a SS chevelle too and traded it in on a 280z.lol.

[SBD]

Let's think fun driving, people: '55-'66 VW Bug with Subaru STI motor. Light weight and lots of horses equate to the ultimate sleeper. As far as flat turning goes, the original suspension doesn't need much to kill at an autocross...


See I think it would be awesome to go the oposite route, take a old Subaru Brat or a newer Outback wagon and throw a monster V8 into it. People look at me funny when I say it but I think it would be fun.

[michael allman]

58032 Kind of a start

[jvtex]

I'd like to build a crazy but subtle '63 Oldsmobile F-85. I almost bought one a few year ago. I like those cars.

My dad has one of these, possible looking to sell it. It has the all Aluminum 215 V8 and a 3 speed auto...

:edit: he may want to sell it....

[bugdewde]

My dad has one of these, possible looking to sell it. It has the all Aluminum 215 V8 and a 3 speed auto...

:edit: he may want to sell it....


I am building a '73 Vega Station Wagon with the all aluminum 215 V8..... all 150 HP of it. May do the Buick 300 crank swap to get it up to ......
:hah: 260 cubic inches!

- Camaro T-5 with 0.63 OD
- 7.5" rear with 3.42 LSD
- 12" 4th Gen Camaro LS brakes
- '87 IROC 16s with 205/45s up front and 205/50s out back.

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Buick V8 only weighs 20 lbs more than the stock Vega aluminum block/iron head 4-cylinder but it has a much lower center of gravity. Battery relocation negates that weight gain.

[ProTourGSX]

I have a few oddball cars i'd like to build. Two off the top of my head

ford maverick/240z/vega: Roading racing setup, 2JZ powerplant

73+ roadrunner. It such a strange looking car that i love it:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/noimg.gif

Oh, yeah, I always liked the Starsky & Hutch car, too!
:hah:

[feeble]

One of these just popped up on Craigs List for $700: http://siouxfalls.craigslist.org/tls/2954056239.html

Something about the rear quarters says "fill me with tire".

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Borgward_Isabella.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/800pxBorgward_Isabella_CoupC3A9_front_20-1.jpg

[SS PUNISHER]

One of these just popped up on Craigs List for $700: http://siouxfalls.craigslist.org/tls/2954056239.html

Something about the rear quarters says "fill me with tire".

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Borgward_Isabella.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/800pxBorgward_Isabella_CoupC3A9_front_20-1.jpg
WTF? That's awesome! 2200lbs! Someone needs to build this......

[tylers88]

I also think a 70ish Dart with a 440 6 pack and a 4 speed would be ALOT of fun, just black, black rally wheels(if that what Mopar called them, Im a GM guy) with little dog dish hub caps, no radio, bench seat and have "TYRFRYR" on the plates.

Maybe a Nash Metropolitan with an LSx swap too, I have to many ideas and not enough money.

[astroracer]

How about an Astro Van? Full frame, Custom SLA front and 4 link rear Suspensions, 509 BBC with a TH400 and G.V overdrive, 275-40's and 345-35's... Oh Wait, I'm already building one... :)

[michael allman]

58091 If I could find extra hood to cut for the 75 Matador?

[406 Q-ship]

lmao! i noticed that after i posted it! even so,when is the last time anyone has seen one? i would love to pit a chassis under it and build it,but my GTX clone just went to the bodyshop and my duster needs some more "tricks".


Seen one, heck I drove one in the last 20 years.......a customers.

[sokoloka]

Early 90's Jaguar XJS V12

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/xjs_jaguar_v12_6_liter_for_sale-1.jpg

With some tweaks I think this could make a mean looking whip!

[Compaan-Designs]

- A matte-black Mad Max styled '70 El Camino with a LS9.
- A Pro Touring '70 Dodge Coronet with a 572 Twin Turbo Hemi. (Maybe I will do this after my current project)
- A '70/'71 Mercury Cyclone Spoiler, a road legal replica of the #21 David Pearson NASCAR. I made a photoshop a while back:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/11279ea18cdae335d8663057ec46303fd4dtbu9-1.jpg

[MonzaRacer]

Now the yellow one was one I did in 01. Blue one is "Cheap Trick" and Caprice is "What If,,,"

[rfalker1]

I wold love to build/ get a trophy truck... but I am not mechanically inclined lol

[2gofaster]

My next project after the 65 is finished will be a pro-touring Studebaker Silver Hawk, Golden Hawk, or Champion. The old guy who my dad bought my 65 from in 1985 had a Golden Hawk in his garage for sale at the same time. I really tried to get dad to buy them both, but he wasn't going for that. LOL.

[absintheisfun]

...man oh man...hard to narrow down the list! My top two "odd" or "unusual" dream builds:

The Datsun 510:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/Datsun510Gold-1.jpg

and a Porsche 914 with a modern porsche drivetrain
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/zCanAmCreamsicle-1.jpg

[Bigblue73]

1950 Plymouth Suburban

[Samckitt]

I have always wanted to build a 95 Monte with a V8 like GM did.

http://www.hotrod.com/featuredvehicles/42647_1995_chevrolet_monte_carlo_v8/

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/532largechevrolet_v8_monte_carlofront_si-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/536largechevrolet_v8_monte_carlofront_ri-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/noimg.gif

I would pick a different color though.

[bimmen325]

BMW 850csi, get rid of the v12 and install a nice lsx.

[maxwedge528]

i have already built this. 1971 911 weighing 2300 pounds with a dart all aluminum 434 ci roller motor with mass flo efi. better weight distribution than the original 911.

[Mr.VENGEANCE]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/6898885901_04f09ec3e0_b-1.jpg


https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/6898973501_aabe30baf2_b-1.jpg

[Vicinity]

Wouldn't mind an old BMW with an LS. If I end up keeping my 944, maybe that instead.

[93Polo]

'57 Pontiac Safari with a full Morrison, Roadster shop type build and then go on Power Tour.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/IMG_5417-1.jpg

[Knoxferatu]

I know I won't have been the first, but I'd really love to build a nice PT-edged car of one of these cute little things (photos borrowed from a Barrett Jackson auction):

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/noimg.gif

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/noimg.gif

I have another, much weirder, PT dream car idea, but I won't mention it yet, because I might get to be the first!

[nekkidhillbilly]

guess im gonna be the most odball one

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/1969amcramblermadeithomeafterthe2900mile-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/1968mercurymonterey2-1.jpg
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and lastly
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[LeighP]

1963 Pontiac Laurentian sedan. I had one of these in 1979, it was my first Pontiac. I'd love to have another and do it right.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/noimg.gif
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[Knoxferatu]

guess im gonna be the most odball one


and lastly
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That's the one I didn't want to mention. I know it will be a mess, but I want to do that really badly. Great minds, and all that jazz... ;)

[Tuske427]

I have a few "out there" ideas I'd love to build one day. In no order...

1975 Pontiac Astre. (gotta keep it CA smog exempt) would be cool to get an older Canadian front end. LS drivetrain

early 80's Omni O24, or mid 80's "Shelby GLH/ GLHS" . Either Neon SRT4 drivetrain or make it AWD.

Nash Metropolitan. make it electric. I'd call it the "electropolitan"

Willys Jeep J10, or even the older "Overland" models. Make it an extended cab, throw a late model truck chassis/ drivetrain

[sokoloka]

I wold love to build/ get a trophy truck... but I am not mechanically inclined lol

Only one way to learn!

[lnirenberg]

BMW 3.0 w/LS motor
71-74 Javelin SST w/MB AMG 6.2L V8 & 7spd DSC trans

[ManwithNoName]

How about one of these...I'm thinking drop in a turbo 3.8 out of a Buick GN, Big Wheels, Big Brakes & a Mr. Fusion for power!

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[Protour_Pinto]

1975 Pontiac Astre. (gotta keep it CA smog exempt) would be cool to get an older Canadian front end. LS drivetrain



There is a CLEAN 75 Astre in the Sun Valley Pick a Part right now. Rust free and very yellow.

[SS PUNISHER]

How about one of these...I'm thinking drop in a turbo 3.8 out of a Buick GN, Big Wheels, Big Brakes & a Mr. Fusion for power!

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Would be cool if you made the body aluminum....on a serious note though, those flux capacitors are gettin harder to come by these days. :)

[SimplyKC]

I briefly considered buying one of these:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/kelsey_minnie_stella_600x450-1.jpg

And using one of these for the powertrain:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/noimg.gif

[bugdewde]

Add big LS power....
Add T-56....
Add big brakes....
Add custom suspension....

Yes.... I would like to build this car.

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[NoCash]

Add big LS power....
Add T-56....
Add big brakes....
Add custom suspension....

Yes.... I would like to build this car.

60164

Finishing building my Monza now, not easy. I wouldnt recommend it, hard too find parts plus no after market support for the H-bodies. Nice lookin IMSA body though.

[crobin]

Domestic: 1977 AMC Hornet AMX

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Import: Volvo P1800 Coupe

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[Tuske427]

There is a CLEAN 75 Astre in the Sun Valley Pick a Part right now. Rust free and very yellow.

man, I really need to check back on this board more often. Just saw this... Even if it's still there I'm booked these next 3 weeks. :(

[Type73LT]

I would like a Opel GT with an LS motor if it would fit. May have to go with a V6. Custom suspension of coarse. They were called baby Covettes when they were knew but many blew up the motors thinking they could race them.

[nekkidhillbilly]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/noimg.gif

unless i have a issue it should be comming home this week

[xander]

69 Porsche with a newer porsche turbo drivetrain and suspension

[and003]

top this one! lol! anybody know what it is? we had the rendering done and the project kinda fissled out due to not knowing which way to go with the suspension,long story. anyhow,she is still in the back yard.not many people have seen the rendering!
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Speaking of the rendering, I'm having trouble seeing it. I got an 'Invalid Attachment' message when I tried.

[Paraman1]

I would Love to do either my Dad's 48 Fiat Topolino or his 53 Ford Customline . Both are probably beyond my abilities right now but are definitely not something you see everyday .

[and003]

In spite of my lack of mechanical skills, I would like to build a 1979 Dodge Omni 024 sport coupe with an Art Morrison chassis, custom interior, 3G Hemi from Arrington Performance, Forgeline VR3S wheels, and a TCI 6X 6-speed automatic.

[BMR Sales]

Wouldn't mind an old BMW with an LS. If I end up keeping my 944, maybe that instead.

That's what I would do - a 944 with a Ls. Has to have the Turbo Front End on it

[Cracked Heads]

I plan to build a lightweight tube chassis with a full cage for my 01 Monte Carlo to put a 6.0 ls engine in it with a t-56 and maybe eventually a supercharger with custom suspension mounts

maybe even a 1960 Chevy Apache with a step side short bed and the lightweight tube chassis as well

or a MOPAR wing car because who wouldn't want to see one of those with a hellcat swap or a supercharged and heavily modified V10 out of a viper

[WallaceMFG]

I think it would be fun to build a mid-engine C10. Get a transaxle and pair it with an LSx motor, big brakes, and 50/50 weight distribution. Would certainly be interesting to pop the hood and have no engine there lol

[JustJohn]

TR7 with an LS conversion. The right engine would weigh less than the factory 4 cylinder.
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[Ghiaguy]

Renault Dauphine -- --

http://www.autoviva.com/dauphine_gordini/version/15194

But maybe a lot more like this!!!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/07/81-1.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/fvwerks/media/renault/81.jpg.html)

[PT Sportwagon]

Always thinking of builds to do.
69 Buick skylark lowered with bb Buick power
64-65 Skylark/Special with twin turbo Buick V6
03-04 Mercury Marauder
for towing vintage Cabover

Tim

[IndyDave]

The odd car I'd like to build is the one sitting in my garage now. Dodge Aspen on a Laughlin truck arm stock car chassis with GenIII Hemi for power. The inspiration for the car are the Chrysler Kit Car short track stock cars from the late 70's. Still in the parts collection mode.

The car
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The chassis
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Sitting side by side in Big D's Garage
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The inspiration
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[MonzaRacer]

Well doing the H body, gonna run a 61 283, forged bottom end, double humps all the tricks,2.02/1.60, big springs ,screw in studs, guide plates.
Ill run Comp 268h or similar, plan is LT1 fi intake, my own custom dis, twin eBay GT2871R turbos.
Still debating trans, either tci th350 or possibly th700r4.
Had 4wd rearend but was stolen. Still want later zr1.
Several places make tubular control arms, I have plans to build cross member to add in upper arms for 4 link, have to do away with torque arm to make room for exhaust.
Still working and debating on other plans.
Still planning for Ridetech coilovers, had planned for air ride but I think it might be a bit hard to fit shockwaves in front, had even debated mixing air in back and coil over in front.
My plans are fluid except for twin turbo plans, and making it turn hard.
I also still have plans to my 66 Caprice 4dr.

[woody80z28]

I would love to do a RWD build on my Beretta some day. It's a fun DD now, but you can only go so far with FWD...it needs a Schwartz chassis and a new floor to hit the next level! haha

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/05/woody90gtzbnet2013calendar-1.jpg

[indyjps]

1970 monte carlo, stock looking, lightweight, I want it to weigh 3200 lbs driving. Alum 5.3 5 spd would do it as well as me getting real good at pulling fiberglass molds.

I love sleepers.

[jakespeeds]

How about a Jaguar XJC? Install a Toyota 2JZGTE or the GM version LLC straight 6 with a twin turbo kit.
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Jake

[jaybee]

A lot of great choices. Mine would be a 1969 Cougar. some things from Mustangs fit, some don't.

[dannyuscg]

Would like to build a Pinto with a Zetec and a 5 speed.

[CampbellshotrodsAZ]

My oddball project that I will be building, once I get room, is a 58 Edsel Roadster. I have a nice solid 2 door hardtop, but it's not very complete as far as electrical, and interior. Gonna brace the frame, and chop the roof off! Already have a friend with a convertible windshield post. I'll probably do a Crown Vic front clip, rear 4 link, and bags, with either the 4.6 out of the Vic, or pony up for a Coyote 5.0. The interior will be all custom, 4 buckets, basically just flowing tan/brown leather, custom dash that flows through the console, to a waterfall up the rear package shelf. Going to do some body mods to clean up the front end and grille area. This will be more of a show build, just to see what I am capable of fabricating body/appearance-wise, but I'd like to throw it around some corners, and be the first ever autocrossing Edsel.

Yes I'm sick, no I'm not on meds.

[All-Or-Nothing]

Hmmmmm................


I'd love to do a RWD 1st or 2nd Gen Ford Escort. That would be crazy fun.

[curtis73]

Oh geez.... I have a TON that I want to do.

73 Maverick with full STI awd driveline
96 Impala SS with Viper V10 (have the SS, too poor to do it)
My 66 Bonneville is getting a Duramax soon
Triumph spitfire with a twin turbo 22RE
80's toyota pickup slammed with an OM603
Ford E350 cargo van with 4HL1 Isuzu diesel and 6 speed manual.

[Fordman1]

Since I don't have an actual Pro-Touring car right now, but lurk here often I thought I would post the projects I have planned:
1. Project Big and Heavy - 1972 Gran Torino -free and waiting to be built, Vette suspension and either an LS or Turbo and EFI the 400 with a T56
2. Project Aztack - Pontiac Aztek: one of the ugliest cars ever built so I want to make one cool and haul the kids to school, section the body, full tube frame, maybe z06 transaxle, custom body kit, tubo'd LS
3. Super Budget Crazy Oddball Build - Renault Gordini with a 2.3l Turbo Ford, Mustang 2 front Suspension, full cage, custom fenders and probably 17" or 18" mustang wheels - the Fordini
4. My First Car Build - 1978 Bronco: add F-150 2wd front frame, Crown Vic front suspension, Cobra IRS, coyote engine and five or six speed. It would be fun to see what a brick would do on a road course!

Until then I need to build the garage expansion and start grabbing the cars from their derelict locations

[rhurley]

I would like to take a late 40's early 50's GM truck and put a duramax engine allison trans in it.



I know this post was 3 years ago.

But we have you covered on this. My brother an I did this.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/11/CAAE8741A8B949EFBCFFFFA391EF542B_zps2clt-1.jpg (http://s952.photobucket.com/user/dakodred/media/CAAE8741-A8B9-49EF-BCFF-FFA391EF542B_zps2cltfoxc.jpg.html)

[Josh@Ridetech]

I'm thinking of a pro-touring Opel GT :twothumbs

[andrewb70]

I know this post was 3 years ago.

But we have you covered on this. My brother an I did this.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/11/CAAE8741A8B949EFBCFFFFA391EF542B_zps2clt-1.jpg (http://s952.photobucket.com/user/dakodred/media/CAAE8741-A8B9-49EF-BCFF-FFA391EF542B_zps2cltfoxc.jpg.html)

Bitchen truck! Details?

Andrew

[vintageracer]

2 Builders I want to do:

1988 Nissan "Desert Runner" 4WD Pickup. One of a little over 1,000!

1993 Dodge Cummin's 4WD Dually

[shortrack]

TR7 with an LS conversion. The right engine would weigh less than the factory 4 cylinder.
https://www.pro-touring.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=115286&stc=1


Runs up here in GT-1. Sbc conversion. fast car

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/11/Dougs20cars20009_zpsle9kzscf-1.jpg (http://s962.photobucket.com/user/shortrack/media/Dougs%20cars%20009_zpsle9kzscf.jpg.html)

[HandOverFist]

Chevy Astro Van with engine mounted behind the driver seat.

[chetly]

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Something like this with the new 3.5L tt eco boost motor from ford.

[TheJDMan]

I purchased one of these Pontiac Fiero GTs new in 85 and while it was fun, I always thought it would be killer with a SBC and upgraded suspension. This car had really bad understeer when pushed hard. This was also my first autocross car back in the 80's.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/11/lt_side-1.jpg

[nekkidhillbilly]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/11/1958_Packard-1.jpg

[nekkidhillbilly]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/11/1965_AMC_Marlin_FrontRightSide_RedWhtJPG-1.jpg

[rhurley]

Bitchen truck! Details?

Andrew



57 chevy. Was orig 1/2 ton longbed step side.

has full 2003 dash and interior
6.6 LB7 duramax an Allison transmission

Now a Shortbed 1 ton dually.

here is a video we made

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6TKzmRie_GE

[dalaigh]

Chevy Monza, Vega or Chevette with a twin turbo 3.6 from a Cadillac ATS-V…

[06RangerSTX]

I WANT to build something like this! 1970-1971 Chevy Vega, this one has a LS/T-56 swap but I would love to build something like this!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/11/phrp130400vega002hr_zpsl0ffyrzi-1.jpg (http://s174.photobucket.com/user/01rs25subaru/media/phrp-130400-vega-002-hr_zpsl0ffyrzi.jpg.html)

[Auto Rod Technologies]

Would like to build this one for somebody.

URL=http://s44.photobucket.com/user/projectpages001/media/tumblr_mxmr5wYEoc1ruu90ro1_1280_zpsk5mxot16.jpg.ht ml]https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/11/tumblr_mxmr5wYEoc1ruu90ro1_1280_zpsk5mxo-1.jpg[/URL]

[Stupidnewbie]

I have a thing for vintage Toyotas. I'd love to build a VIP-style Toyota Corona sedan as a cruiser.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/11/1967ToyotaCorona-1.jpg
Or a Corona coupe? Put a turbo on it!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/11/cdc1c1091b32ed32d039d9e3bba6bd46-1.jpg
Celica GT fastback. I'd put a 1UZ Toyota V8 in it.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/11/51124a39db1e2a844353b05ebd970e35-1.jpg
This is my unicorn. Toyota Sports 800. It has a 2-cylinder 800cc boxer motor. Can you imagine this thing with a modern motorcycle engine???
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/11/1965toyotasports800jpg-1.jpg

[indyjps]

I'd like to build a crazy but subtle '63 Oldsmobile F-85. I almost bought one a few year ago. I like those cars.

I'm with you, early to mid 60's compact. Brand wouldn't really matter, I'm thinking it would need full front and rear suspension, drivetrain swap, as well as mini tub. Finding donor front suspension that would handle well and be narrow enough would be the trick.

[andrewb70]

Lately I have been jonesing for a 69-72 Grand Prix.

Andrew

[MonzaRacer]

Lately I have been jonesing for a 69-72 Grand Prix.

Andrew

Well I do have my 69 Ventura 2 Dr for sale, looks much like long gto if done right, and seems to share some parts with 70-72 Monte( like heater core) etc.
Cool part is room to haul, and ride and should have plenty of trunk space,,,,

[oestek]

My new toy... time and available resources will dictate the plan, but it's a legit 26k mile ride that I am the 2nd owner of.

Here's the long story thread: http://v8tvshow.com/V8TV_2/index.php/forum/member-rides/232-1970-buick-riviera-thread-and-now-for-something-completely-different

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/11/1970_Buick_Riviera_KO_111415_035a-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/11/1970_Buick_Riviera_KO_111415_036a-1.jpg

[James OLC]

Lancia Scorpion with a turbocharged Hayabusa

[AusMarty]

I want to build an Australian Nissan GQ Patrol ute as a Touring car.

Too bad styleside tubs for them are non-existent. :-(

[andrewb70]

Kevin,

That Riviera is gorgeous. What's the wheelbase? It looks like it was based on the same chassis as the Grand Prix, which was basically a stretched a-body, but they called it a g-body, and it had a 118 inch wheelbase.

Andrew

[oestek]

Thanks Andrew!

It would be sweet if the Riv was even close to an A or G body, but it lives on a full-size "x" frame chassis and shares some B body parts. It's cousins are the Toronado and Eldorado, which are both front-drive. The Buick engineers didn't want a front-driver, so the Riv is its own platform. It's got reaction rods in the front suspension, and a 3-link / panhard bar in the back. The lower rear arms are basically A body pieces, but that's the only thing it shares.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/11/Lube_Chart_cropped-1.jpg

[andrewb70]

I bet it rides awesome. I am really jonesing for a land yacht...

Andrew

[oestek]

I bet it rides awesome. I am really jonesing for a land yacht...

Andrew

It drives really nicely, and it's a little surprising... it's not an all-over-the-road pillow like many might suspect. I'll be adding a road test to my personal thread on the car soon.

[nekkidhillbilly]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/11/021_19a-1.jpg

my dad tried to buy a dark red one that was 390 car with 60k miles. the car may come back up for sale soon so he may try to jump on it. he wanted worse than any car ive ever seen him look at.

[Tincup]

I already built my Odd car....

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[BMR Sales]

Well I do have my 69 Ventura 2 Dr for sale, looks much like long gto if done right, and seems to share some parts with 70-72 Monte( like heater core) etc.
Cool part is room to haul, and ride and should have plenty of trunk space,,,,

Shares parts with Novas & Camaros

[oestek]

Shares parts with Novas & Camaros

1970 & up are X bodies like Novas, but the '69 is a whole 'nother animal.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/11/leftfront2700-1.jpg

[MonzaRacer]

1970 & up are X bodies like Novas, but the '69 is a whole 'nother animal.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2015/11/leftfront2700-1.jpg

The nova/Camaro relationship began in 71 with Ventura II, 69/70 Catalina, Executive, Bonneville, Ventura(if used in 70) , Starchief(export, seen 2!) All same body but different dog houses. Mine has rear end from 70 B'ville, but center limited slip from 66 GP B.O.P. related. But the axles on these are huge! Near got to compare to my old 70 MC 10 bolt.

https://goo.gl/photos/4BuZB73tNHbYM7947

[slacker1965]

this........
54 Buick Super on a cup chassis.....wheelbase is much longer on the Buick so it might be easier to fab up a chassis from scratch.....120308

[dirty rick]

Soon every car will have portals in the hood!

[bugdewde]

I posted in this thread back in '12 about building a '73 Vega Kammback (station wagon) with a Buick all-aluminum 215 cubic inch V8, 4th gen Camaro brakes and some suspension mods. That project stalled due to fabrication needs and general lack of interest.

Bought this '72 Kammback with a '62 Olds 215 aluminum V8.
Currently has an automatic with lock up converter (soon to be a Monza T-50 5-speed--- Not a T-5)
Chevy Monza 3-link rear end with torque arm and panhard bar.... 2.56 geared L.S.D.

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LSD works:
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Custom Autometer Sport Comp gauges
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215 firebreathing cubic inches.... lol... 180 HP
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215 cubic inch ALUMINUM V8. 10.5:1 compression. Isky 282 hydraulic cam. Buick 300 exhaust manifolds. 2.5" single exhaust with glass pack muffler. Idling at 600 rpm.

https://youtu.be/9BmrGiWKGlE

Shifting through the gears .... no kickdown cable installed..... shifts at 3k rpm regardless of throttle position upon acceleration.

https://youtu.be/0EgUDF6GCRU

Not really gonna "Pro-Tour" it much.... but it will hit an autocross once or twice this coming season.
Definitely getting the Monza 5-speed (0.80 OD). I may eventually put the 3rd gen F-body T-5 in (for better OD ratio of 0.63) in front of the 3.42 LSD I have lying around..... then the 4th gen Camaro Brakes on it, as well as the 16" IROC wheels from the other Kammback project that stalled. Maybe even retro-fit some original stock Vega GT gauges, too. Mostly stock appearing except for modern wheel sizes (can't find 13" performance tires very easily).
Somewhat of a sleeper, if I can quieten it down some.

[813Demon340]

My realistic and near future build will be a an LS2/6spd transplant into my 68 AMX along with a full Control Freak suspension swap front and rear.

[TrevorG_FeslerBuilt]

We're toying with putting a Tesla or other electric setup in a '69 Camaro. Now that the power output from those designs is respectable (read: stupid fast at short ranges) it seems like it might be the next fun thing to do, even if it's only a one-off. Lord knows, we've crammed everything else into these cars, so why not this too? What do you think?

[Torquedork]

'70 AMX

Pewter Metallic with a Graphite Metallic Shadow Mask

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2016/01/amxconcept_zpssmu6dwqh-1.jpg (http://s1369.photobucket.com/user/protour71/media/amxconcept_zpssmu6dwqh.jpg.html)