Quote Originally Posted by Matt167
I see. and your far from any boating bone yards I'd immagine, so that even leaves out Chevy 151 and 181 4cyls. Dosn't leave out the iron dukes tho

What about Chrysler 2.2 Turbo engines, well, there actually mitsu engines? or Ford 2.3 OHC Turbo engines? both are redially available, in the papers or junk yard. I see mid 80's T Bird turbo coupes go for $500 drivable. Turbo Lebarrons, and, Eagle Tallons, Eclipse, Lasers ect.. all had 2.2 turbos available. I guess, I'm hooked on Turbo's, but as a bennifet. turbo's will sell to the general public, because there viewed as some huge HP adder in the general market.
Good ideas, but availability and condition would become an issue. The Zetec engine, or GM Ecotec is new and current and available from a multitude of sources. I've had a few Turbo's, too. The Turbo Coupe engine was great but now the majority of them would be at the age and condition when you find one they will be needing some major repair and overhaul work.... Doesn't make sense but the Merc body on the Crown Vic chassis generates more interest then the Merc on the custom chassis with the air ride suspension.... Most people want something simple, affordable, and maintenance free.