Highest Rated Readers' Rides Slideshow: Grassroots Motorsports Magazine

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Group44’s 1981 Jaguar XJS

Group 44 Inc BoB Tullius 1981 Jaguar XJS Sillouette Trans Am Race Car Chassis XJR-4 (only 1 built) 1st Tube Frame Purpose built race car by Group 44 Commisioned by Jaguar to Win the 1981 Trans Am Championship Won Three Trans Am Races Mosport, Portland …

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38 Votes
15 Comments
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AutoXR’s Chevrolet Corvair

66 Corsa , Corvette LS1 , Porsche 930 Turbo Tranny , Recaro’s , VF48’s , JBA headers , Kennedy Adapter , 4 wheel discs. Scary Fast.. 75Mph 1st gear with Porsche turbo tranny.

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38 Votes
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ww’s 1972 Datsun 240Z Powered by a Skyline RB26DETT

After nearly 4 years on this project, I finally drove it home last friday and it made it’s “public” debut at the Monterey Historic Races at Laguna Seca!

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1972P1800ES’s 1972 Volvo P1800ES

I’ve owned the car for over 16yrs and enjoy driving it during the summer. Did 90% of the work on the car myself and help other 1800 owners who can’t find anyone to work on their cars. My car has a modified B20 4 cylinder …

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35 Votes
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Cbergerud’s 1970 Toyota Corolla Sprinter

Powered by a mildly worked 3TC/5spd. Suspension and brakes are a combo of TE27 and AE86 parts with koni shocks, coilover sleeves and camber plates. Currently Daily Driven!

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34 Votes
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Keith’s Lotus Seven replica

It’s not a real Lotus, but it runs like one. It takes all the good bits from the Miata and weighs right around 1300 lbs. The engine has been worked over and makes about 175 hp out of 1600 cc. It currently holds the overall …

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33 Votes
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blaze86vic’s 1973 Toyota Celica 1973

This is my 1973 Celica that I use for a track car. It’s highly modified. I participate in HPDE track events, practice drift events, auto-x and the occasional club meet. Engine + LC Engineering Stage 3 cylinder head. + LC Stage 3 cam. + LC …

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33 Votes
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vweezly’s 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit

82 Rabbit with a Euro front and Berg cup replica flares. 1.8 16v with a K26 turbo, Saab Intercooler, Audi WG, and Megasquirt. Bilstein Group B suspension with coil sleeves. 15x9 Diamod Racing rims. Lots of other little stuff. Lots of welding.

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31 Votes
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hrdlydangerous’s Chevrolet 1954 Belair

I came across this car when a co worker told me his dad had an old Chevy in his garage that he needed to get rid of. I made arrangements to see the car not knowing what year, model, or condition the mystery Chevy would …

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sloman42’s Porsche 914-4/6

I bought the car brand new in 1971 as a four. She now has a 1987 Carrera engine (~220 hp), twin turbo brakes, Boxster S 6-speed transmission, full roll cage, 9” and 10” x 18” Fikse wheels, carbon fiber hoods and bumpers. Pillow-ball and plastic …

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30 Votes
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Keith’s 1995 Mazda Targa Miata rally special

Built from a bare shell for the Targa Newfoundland rally. The engine is bored and stroked and runs 11.5:1 compression with a complex home-built header. The suspension was built for as much travel as possible and the car was stripped for light weight. It’s now …

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ManBearSTIG’s Mazda Miata

Turns purty good. Makes funny noises when ya shift, too. :D Okay, okay. Its a ‘94 Miata with a FMII turbo kit. List of the bigger mods: 15 X 8 ATS DTC’s, Tein Flex’s (12K front spring, 7K rear) custom re-valve, Flyin’ Miata STB, Wilwood …

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29 Votes
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turbellion’s Ford CORTINA GT

1964 FORD CORTINA GT formula ford spec engine dry sump t-9 5 speed quiaffe lsd on 3.90 rear all work done by myself

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29 Votes
Nine Comments
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M427’s BMW M5

1991 M5 with LS7 crate engine, Motec ECU, AIM Dash, Ground Control Suspension, Custom Rally Style Cage, Custom Designed Brake Kit using Wilwood calipers. This car is purpose built for the Silverstate Classic Challenge to run the Unlimited Class. The car just successfully completed its …

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28 Votes
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sanyarcosean’s 1964 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Aaron DeVine’s 1964 Karmann Ghia Rat Project. Aarons car was stored in a barn since 1979. The previous owner gave it a spray can gold paint job, and painted the body colored interior metal black. Aaron spent months stripping that paint off of the car …

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28 Votes
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Fastbak390’s 1971 Ford Pinto 2.0 Turbo

My 71 Pinto trunk. I bought it off of ebay, after the car had been off the road and sitting for 15 years. It was originally a 1600/4spd car, but it now has a 71 2.0/5spd with a draw through turbo setup (the kit was …

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subrew’s Vintage Race Cars Autodynamics Formula Vee

1964 Autodynamics Formula Vee freshly rejuvinated over the winter, now enjoying some much needed track action with the ACR Race Club in Northern California.

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fastclown’s Austin Minissan ZSX

1962 Austin Mini shell/subframe/bits + 1980’s Nissan 300ZX V6 3.0L (VG30)engine + 1990’s Nissan 300ZX 5 speed transmission + 1991 Nissan 240SX LSD rear end and suspension + Holley 500cfm carb, MSD Digital 6 ignition, mild cams, adjustable cam gears, race clutch, aluminum flywheel, Yamaha …

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dacrab’s 1966 Ford 66 Mustang GT "Notchback" Road Race Car

Make and Body • 1966 Mustang GT (A code) • Jack Roush Signed Vintage Club Race Car used for Touring and Autocross Events • 64,000 Original Miles • 25 years of family ownership • Wimbledon White with Red Racing Stripes • Original Body, Glass, Trim, …

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25 Votes
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dennisg’s 1934 Vintage Race Cars {it once was a post office jeep}

A 1930’s racer made of a post office jeep and more. It had to have an engine older than 1934 to compete[race] with model A based cars so I used an Allis Chalmers engine. The fuel cell filler cap is from an airplane. It is …

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24 Votes
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P71’s 2001 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor P71

Info: Year: 2001 Make: Ford Model: Crown Victoria Police Interceptor Trim: P71 VIN Code, Highway Interceptor Specs: Engine: 4.6L (281ci) SOHC all-aluminum V8 engine, ~300BHP Trans: 4R70W Heavy-Duty 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive Rear Axle: 8.8” 3.27 Trac-Loc (LSD) Brakes: 4-Wheel Power Discs w/ABS, police-duty vented, dual-piston …

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Keith’s Cadillac Sedan Deville Hardtop

It’s big. It’s got that Cadillac ride. It rumbles. It has a leopard print dashboard. It looks great on me. And it once got into a drag race with a 1965 Cadillac hearse - on the Las Vegas Strip. Nothin’s cooler than a big old …

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largbrowneye’s 1982 Subaru 1982 GL 4WD Hatch

Here are a list of parts I’ve put on so far: 14” Peugeot Wheels - Fender JDM Mirrors - Volkswagen VR6 stereo Antenna - H4 Headlights - Turbo Rear Disk Breaks - Hella Horns - 1992 Legacy EJ22 Motor with Cone Filter - Diamond Coil …

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JRCook320’s 1981 BMW E21 320i turbo

I bought this ‘81 BMW 320i for $650 10 years ago as my first car and it has been a labor of love since, ultimately resulting in an empty shell restoration with lots of upgrades along the way. Chassis modifications include Volvo/girling 4 pot calipers …

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JonW’s 2009 Ariel Locost Atom

Hey Tim, I found a place to mount the Koni coilovers you sold me at 2007 Carlisle. Only problem was it took 28 months and 2000 hours to fabricate the car to receive them. I think the Atoms are overpriced so I built my own …

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BunnyCouture’s 2007 Lotus Elise

HOT PINK…no, it’s not a stock color, and Lotus said they had never painted one pink before mine, but for the right price, they were more than happy! See it on youtube: search pink lotus elise!

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patgizz’s Chevrolet 1954 Belair

Engine/Driveline: 355SBC, GMPP Vortec heads, GMPP Billet hydraulic roller cam, Edelbrock RPM Vortec intake, Holley 4160, Headers, Summit Racing TH350, 2,200 Stall converter, 1967 Camaro 10 bolt rear end. Chassis: TCI IFS, Tubular control arms, Power R+P steering, 96 Corvette sway bar, 11” front disc …

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ww’s Datsun '72 Veggie Powered Turbo Diesel 240Z

Here’s my Veggie powered Turbo Diesel 240Z. With the high price of gas, I figured I’d convert one of my rolling chassis’ with an early 80’s Maxima Diesel motor, make an adapter to attach a 280ZX turbo exhaust manifold and throw some veggie oil in …

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okieflyr’s Porsche 914 1.8T

76 914 With GT look and 2003 1.8t engine and transmision. Carrera front end/brakes, Boxster shift mechanism and Quaiffe diff= alot of reliable fun!

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squishband’s 1974 Porsche 914 - RX7

Thought I’d toss this one at you. It’s a 74’ Porsche 914 that I got in Vegas…Someone owed me some money! Anyway, I had a nice Mazda 13B rotary motor that treated me well in endurance racing, and the Porsche needed some new mojo. So, …

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FrSpdWgoon’s 1971 Chevrolet Concours Wagon

This is a factory 4spd.(M21) BBC 402ci. wagon! with disc brakes. now its 408ci about 500hp. i’ve destroyed a couple of 12 bolts, muncies, and of course u-joints. so i had to upgrade. the new trans is a Jerico WC4RR. the gear ratio is custom …

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Gen3_V8’s 1994 BMW 553iT

1994 BMW 5 series wagon with single turbo 5.3L Chevy V8 and T56 six-speed manual transmission. Car has been sold as of December 2009.

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21 Votes
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Teh E36 M3’s 1969 MG Midget

69 Mg Midget with Toyota 4age 20 valve engine. Miata based independent rear, miata front spindles and home-built front suspension. 7/31: updated with pictures of new front suspension and vastly cleaned-up engine compartment: http://picasaweb.google.com/Brust.Roethler/BrustsCar Old website: www.home.earthlink.net/~roethler

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SkinnyG’s 2006 Lotus Lethal Locost

Locost Se7en using a 1986 AE86 Corolla GT-S as a donor. Based on Ron Champion’s “Build Your Own Sports Car for £250 …and Race It!” The car is licenced and registered as a 2006 Ubilt Super 7 The chassis was built by me - 1” …

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21 Votes
Seven Comments
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ae86andkp61’s Toyota Corolla GT-S

This is my low and stiff Corolla for trackdays, autocross, and paved backroads fun. I have put a lot of effort and aftermarket parts into suspension work, and a few bolt-ons for the engine. It is lightweight, responsive, and loves to hassle bigger cars through …

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21 Votes
Eight Comments
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bravenrace’s 1974 TVR 2500M #3106TM

1974 TVR 2500M, 9400 original miles! This car is currently for sale.

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21 Votes
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EastCoastMojo’s Toyota 1976 Celica GT

Here she is, the Celi. I dragged her home one day after a moment of weakness on Craigslist. At first, my husband Chuck, thought I was completely insane. But now, after a period of adjustment, he has come to realize that I am completely insane, …

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21 Votes
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JThw8’s 1950 Studebaker Champion

All original but fun just as it is. I will eventually be adding some period correct go fast parts such as a offenhauser dual carb intake and a split exhaust manifold for dual exhaust. I already have a finned aluminum high compression head installed.

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20 Votes
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mattmacklind’s MG 1971 MGB GT

Bored 60 over, mild cam, heavy duty shock valving, poly bushes, rear rally springs, new sway bar, 15” minilites, OD trans, ST spoiler, Hella 500’s in amber, new autumn leaf interior, mahogany wheel, CD player.

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20 Votes
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RichardM’s Ford Mustang

performance rally car

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20 Votes
Nine Comments
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Keith’s MG B GT - getting an LS1

When your wife says “you know, I’d really like an MGB GT with that V8 rumble”, you don’t ask questions. So here it is. Pre-rumble, still in the getting-to-know-you-and-what-your-previous-owners-did-to-you stage. It’s a rust-free California blue plate special, just waiting for me to upset the purists. …

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20 Votes
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modernbeat’s Lotus Seven

Bike motored Lotus 7 clone. Outlawed from D-Mod, now competing in B-Mod. Weighs in at 950 lbs ready to run. Fiero spindles, ‘85 RX7 GSL-SE rear axle and LSD, Wilwood calipers and pedals, inboard suspension, double adjustable shocks, paddle shifter, lots of fun.

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blaze86vic’s 1986 Ford Crown Victoria 1986

This is my track / drift / tow vehicle. Back in the summer of 2001 at the age of 17, my father passed this car on to me. When I got it, it had a crate 95 Mustang GT 5.0L HO motor swapped into it …

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abrussich’s Lotus Type 61

1969 Formula Ford, Lotus 61. Currently competing in CVAR. Team L.O.S.T. #13

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Adamsm’s Austin MiniBusa

This is my 1979 Mini powered by a 2000 hayabusa powerplant. 180hp / 1430lbs The kit is available through Z-Cars in the UK. Pictures of the build can be found here: http://www.theminiforum.co.uk/forums/index.php?showtopic=63551

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69Datsun’s Datsun 510

My pride and Joy at Miller Motorsports Park May 2008. Meeting up with Pete Brock the highlight of the ALMS weekend.. L20B mild cam 4 wheel disc’s Rears are from 84 Maxima. Fronts are 200 SX struts with 240z spindles and Toyota 4Runner calipers. Subaru …

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CAM777’s 1954 Studebaker Regal Starlight Model C

The Nelson Family’s Studebaker named “Lewey!” Flat top 350 small block chevy engine; Muncie trans; 9” Ford rear. Currently holds 6 land speed records at Maxton, NC. Top speed: 168.202mph :) See video at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5o6vlIwC-1E

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19 Votes
Nine Comments
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ditchdigger’s 1971 Fiat 850 Berlina

71 Fiat 850 Berlina (sedan) 903cc motor. Front disc swap, lowered via Faza mounting block and reversed spring eyes (transverse leaf front end) , Larger front sway bar. Empi ball joint bug Gas shocks all around. 3/4 coil cut off rear springs Semi trailing arm …

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danscreations’s Mazda Miata

1990 Mazda Miata: - Rebuilt Stock 1.6L Engine, Greddy Turbo Kit (TD04), Custom Intercooler & Piping, Custom 2.5” Exhaust (Magnaflow), ACT Streetlight Flywheel & Clutch, Tein Basics, DP6061 Tophats, 16x9.5 CCW Classic, 245/35R16 Toyo T1R, Sparco Speed Seats, Many other smaller things I can’t remember! …

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19 Votes
Nine Comments
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irish44j’s Triumph 1970 GT6+

Still a work in progress…this car was bought new by my father in 1970 and after years of hard driving, outdoor storage while we lived overseas, and more hard driving, it passed on to me about 15 years ago. Drove it for 2 years in …

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19 Votes
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Kubotawally’s Mazda 1975 Rx3

SCCA S.E. Division E-Production Champion 2007 12A Street Port built by MazdaTrix pushing 219hp

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CRXracer’s Other Cozy Coupe Type R

The car bug bit my daughter early (really early). In true grassroots style, this ride (her first) began as a junked Fisher Price Cozy Coupe found by the side of the road. After an intense 1/2 day, no-expense spared, wheels-off restoration, it has been reborn …

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19 Votes
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abrussich’s Lotus Type 69

Lotus Type 69, formula B in Gold Leaf livery. Car presently resides in Houston, Tx as part of a private collection. Owned by a good friend who was gracious enough to let me test drive it at one of our club trackdays. Car is scary …

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19 Votes
Seven Comments
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ansonivan’s Volkswagen Scirocco

Twin engined Scirocco. Dual 2.0L 16v engines running through crappy 020 transmissions. Welded rear differential.

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19 Votes
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brooks’s 1962 Austin MINI

FULL TUBE CHASSIS, REAR WHEEL DRIVE, 2.3 LT. FORD/COSWOTH DURATECH POWERED (240 HP), T-5 TRANSMISSION, FORD 9 INCH REAR END, COIL OVER SUSPENSION, 16 INCH WHEELS WITH NITTO TIRES, KIRKEY SEATS, AUTOMETER GAUGES, MOMO STEERING WHEEL.

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19 Votes
Eight Comments
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wantage’s 1972 Mini clubman

…..1972 mini clubman totaly rebuilt by myself. every part of this car has been fabricated by me.. rear wheel drive 2900cc 24 valve v6 ford cosworth .all steel body kit ..15 inch wheels.3inch roof chop . every part made in my workshop at home parts …

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18 Votes
Seven Comments
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poopshovel’s Dodge Boss Hong

Crushed.

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18 Votes
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cygnusx1’s 1976 Datsun 280Z Turbo

I’v been working on this car since 1989. It was stock, but now it has: 1983 L28ET Turbo Motor, TO4B Super-V turbo, Spearco Intercooler, Megasquirt-II engine management MaegaView Parameter Display, Ford EDIS-6 Ignition w/ Dodge Coilpack Ford Lightning Injectors, 2.5” open exhaust, 12” Willwood vented …

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18 Votes
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mw’s 1990 Mazda sawzall miata

My Miata project: 1650lbs wet Stock 1.6 Koni’s and H&R’s Under $700 into it so far. Update: I added a torsen and 550/350 springs on adjustable perches over the winter. I also get a set of 3pc panasports that I picked up on the classifieds …

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18 Votes
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joelvan’s 2007 Dodge Charger

Here is my play toy I built. It started out as a city of Morrow Ga. police cruiser. with only 3,400 Mi. it was involved in a chase . they hit a stop sign with it which severed the fuel lines setting it on fire …

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18 Votes
Eight Comments
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orphancars’s 1977 Other Puma GTE

Puma is a Brazilian sports car. Don’t know what happened, but one day I woke up and decided I wanted, no, needed an aircooled car. After getting discouraged by the high prices of pre-57 beetles with more rust than I wanted to deal with, I …

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18 Votes
Nine Comments
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Rally43’s 1984 Audi 84 UR Quattro

Car was built by S-Linemotorsports of Denver Colordao and is a continuing build with the hopes of a Rally URQ replica of sorts. Anyone have a spare S1 body kit laying aorund ? lol Specs : Audi AAN 20v Turbo Engine Stand Alone VEMS ECU …

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17 Votes
Six Comments
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wlkelley3’s Opel GT

1970 Opel GT Just completed resto. stock except Weber carb and handmade interior. Got the original sale paperwork. 2-owners, 1st was sister friends father, then my family and passed on to me.

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hrdlydangerous’s Mazda 1980 Rx7 LS

I’ve had this car since 1997 when my dad and I drug it out of a livestock feed company warehouse. The previous owner had hidden it from her husband so he couldn’t get it in their divorce. It had been sitting for about a decade …

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hotg54b’s Chrysler Conquest

I’ve been modifying my current quest for the last 10 years and have been a starquest owner for 20 yrs now. Mods include: Rebuilt motor with forge pistons, ARP bolts, ported head, upgraded cam, turbo, and alternator KYB & Tokico adjustable struts GC coil-overs Cusco …

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17 Votes
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cliffxr’s 1986 Merkur XR4Ti

The car is an 86 XR4Ti. I’ve had it since 1990. It’s been modified ever since. Current iteration has a 331 (bored/stroked 302) with AFR heads, X-303 cam, Holley Systemax intake, etc. Trans is a T-5 with .82 5th gear…excellent for the track. Rear end …

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17 Votes
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HandyAndy’s 1976 Lancia Scorpion

Dual Webers, Alquati intake, HC pistons, cams, header, ‘Euro’ bumpers, Monte grille, Momo road wheels, racing harnesses, PPG French Blue paint

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17 Votes
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sws626’s 1962 Lotus Elite

Colin Chapman’s fibreglass masterpiece rescued from decades of neglect in 2001 and restored over the course of five years to its full competitive glory.

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minimac’s Porsche 911SC

I picked this up for Mrs.Mini as a present to cheer her up. She was commemorating a milestone birthday( traumatic for her). The paint was oxidized.The oil gauges weren’t working right and the seller probably thought the motor was going bad. It started right up, …

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TulsaTurbo’s Mazda 1984 Rx7 GSL WideBody

Mariah Mode One Wide Body Package, 230+hp Race 4 Port 13B Engine, Mikuni Aggressor Carbs, Performance Clutch, Racing Beat Street Port Exhaust System, Koni High Performance Suspension System, Rare 3 Piece Aluminum 16” Wheels, 245/45x16 Rear & 225/50x16 Front Tires

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16 Votes
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turbellion’s Ford pinto

my daily driver for 3 years slower version of the cortina RIP ( you can see the cortinas shell in the garage) being turned into a car

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Dan G’s Porsche 951

This is my 944 turbo, or 951 in P-car speak. I bought a non turbo at the end of high school which sealed my fate as an eventual 951 owner. I’m a sucker for their styling, handling, and bang for the buck. I bought …

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16 Votes
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cametal’s Porsche 914

1974 Porsche 914-6 conversion. 2.2 liter, weber carbs, “E” cams. 5 lug conversion.

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Rustfinger’s 1987 Toyota MR2

1.6L 20 Valve Silvertop - Koni Yellows / Eibach Prokit springs - 13 x 8 Diamonds ‘n Hoosiers - White ‘n Blue Rustoleum - Lots ‘o little bits and pieces, too many to list.

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16 Votes
13 Comments
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P71’s 2006 Other Nibbler

10/30/2006 - 4/11/2009 RIP Nibbler 2006 Animalshelterrari Nibbler GT 4-paw-drive, racing stripes, plush natural fur upholstery. Goes fast but has limited traction on hardwood. Not so good on the food-mileage but very low maintenance. Hybrid sports model that emits gas. Does amazing Dukes-of-Hazzard-like stunts. Spends …

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GeneO’s 1972 Datsun 510 2dr

Four year project. All the work was done by me except a new windshield and headliner. L20B, 5speed, 81 200SX struts, Epsilon wheels, and much more.

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probesport’s 1923 Ford Model T Roadster

1923 T Roadster, 350 SBC, dual Ford/Holley 94 carbs.

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M030’s 1978 Lincoln Continental Mark V

I just inherited this car from my late father. It’s all original, including the paint. These pictures depict the first time it’s ever been out in the rain (he’d be spinning in his grave if he knew).

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David S. Wallens’s Innocenti Mini Cooper

My wife and I bought this Italian-built Mini two years ago. It’s pretty similar to the traditional British-built Coopers, but there are a few differences—like Cooper S brakes, cool vent windows and a neat dash cluster. I’m fairly certain the color combo is original.

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Jay’s 1992 Lotus Elan m100

1993 Elan, turbo, manual, soft top, fun. My autobahnstorming runabout here in Europe. Pulled it out of storage in England and then proceeded to drive it across three countries home. Mostly stock. Of course I’ve got a few plans for it, but nothing major. More …

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ww’s Nissan JCR '82 Blow Thru-Turbo Mikuni Powered 280ZX

Here’s my 3+ year restoration project. I picked this car up from Sandy Cook, wife of the late Jim Cook of SCCA fame, also the namesake for the SCCA’s “Jim Cook Memorial Trophy” “An annual award honoring the memory of James Edwin Cook (1939-1985) is …

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snibborddot’s Datsun 1200

This isn’t my car anymore . But I used to own and raced it a couple of years ago at Waterford Hills a small road coarse north of Detroit Mi . This was absolutely the most frustrating and absolutely most fun car I have ever …

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Keith’s Austin Mini

It’s non-threatening. Chicks dig it. Kids get the point and laugh at it. It’s sooo cuuuute. It’s also RHD for that extra little chuckle. But underneath, it’s got a bit of an attitude. There’s a 1293cc engine built by Rob Walker Engineering, all snorty and …

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Joe’s Dodge charger 2+2

car is a 1985 Dodge Charger 2+2 prepared to SCCA ITB specs. The car competes in the PHA Hillclimb series.

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hotrodfatboy’s Chevrolet Chevelle

‘67 Chevelle Malibu Convertible frame Engine: 350 ci crate engine, MSD HEI ignition, Champion plugs Front suspension: Global West tubular a-arms, QA1 coil-over shocks, 1 1/4” sway bar, Wilwood 4 piston brakes, Impala B-body spindles Rear suspension: boxed in control arms, rear 1” sway bar, …

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Jay_W’s Mazda (2) 1990 protege awd

A pair of AWD Proteges. The street car has a complete 323GTR drivetrain swap from the lugnuts to the valve cover, running on a Link standalone and lots of other mods. Roughly 320 HP at the wheels, it’s a very fun sleeper. Rallycar is still …

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TJ’s 1964 Austin Mini Cooper S

1275 cc +0.060” (1330 cc) Engine built by Abacus Racing (thanks Chuck!) HIF-44 carb LCB header RC40 exhaust Aldon Red dizzy Kent 286 cam 7.5” Cooper S disks front Minifin drums rear HI-Lo adjustable height suspension Safety Devices Roll bar Upcoming project - Megajolt

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abrussich’s Lotus 2-11

260hp, 1495lbs. extreemly high chuckle factor. Photo taken on first club trackday. Wife could be heard giggling in her helmet with a series of loud “Woo-hoos” at various points on the course.

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littleturquoiseb’s 1973 Lincoln Continental Mark IV

I call her Connie, the Hot Rod Lincoln. Babe Rally Car for the 2009 american iron division. Purchase price $500. Avacado Green, 460 V8, ford nine inch rear …Needs a carb rebuild, perfect interior (ok so the seats are a littel worn). All the accessories …

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revvmatch’s Toyota Cressida

1985 Toyota Cressida 95000 orig mi Pace Setter Header K&N Intake 21/2” exh hi flo cat tokiko hp’s King Springs (rear) ST Springs (front) 5speed swap alum flywheel ACT Clutch Fact LSD 16x8 XXR 513 Wheels Nixxen 235/45/16 more to come…..when the money does!

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66healey’s 1966 Austin-Healey 3000

1966 Austin Healey 3000 mk3. Purchased used by my father in January 1967. All original except for the paint and carpet. I inherited it when my dad passed away, and am slowly bringing it back to life.( Has basically been in storage since 1977) The …

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15 Votes
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19742002tii’s BMW 2002tii

Our 74 is too much fun for words.

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friedgreencorrado’s 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6

Big project. Hasn’t run for over 15yrs.

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gjz30075’s 1972 Lotus Elan

Stroker motor, Koni’s, Panasports, owned since 1978

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P71’s 1973 AMC Hornet

1973 AMC Hornet 2-door Coupe * 232ci I6, 3-Speed Auto * 63K Original Miles * Grasshopper Green Metallic * Green Vinyl Interior I traded a carburetor and steering wheel for it! Runs and drives excellent, everything works, and best of all my 401 AMC V8/5-Speed …

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bravenrace’s 1974 TVR 2500M #2877TM

1974 TVR 2500M. This one I just bought recently and is an unfinished project car. The chassis is already done, but it still needs the painted, new interior, wiring system and re-assembled. This will be a street/open track car when completed. I am also turbocharging …

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14 Votes
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DUTCH 73 tcs’s Lotus Europa Twin Cam Spl

‘73 TCS currently in mid disassembly for a respray/rebuild

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70greylark’s Buick Skylark

1970 Buick Skylark 350/TH350, 99 Cadillac Deville leather seats front and back, BFG 235/60R/14 front, 255/60R/15 rear

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VitaminJ’s Honda 1986 Civic Hatch Si - new video

I built up the EW3 engine from my ‘86 CRX Si that was totalled. It’s got high compression pistons from a 1989 Integra, a big cam regrind from Webcams, and an adjustable cam gear. I ported and polished it like crazy and gasket matched everything. …

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Jensenman’s Jensen-Healey JH5

1974 Jensen Healey JH5, stock 907 Lotus engine with twin 45mm Dellortos, stock J-H headers, Bassani exhaust, Toyota Supra 5 speed transmission, Delta Motorsports springs and anti roll bars, KYB gas shocks, urethane suspension bushings, braided stainless brake lines, TR6 master cylinder swap, 14x6 Minilites …

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