Topic: Road Car to Build and Mod
Hey,
I am looking to get a second car to have as a project car that I can tinker with. It will not be a Lemons car, just a fun project.
I am looking to get a car that is pretty cheap with available parts and pretty cheap performance parts. I am looking for a car that is RWD and a sedan, preferably two door. What I want to do is build a motor for the car and then swap that in, along with suspension and other upgrades. Also E85 for max power.
What I am thinking is to get a Volvo 240 (because nostalgia, my dad had one when I was a kid and i like the square styling), hopefully a 242 if I can afford one. There are a bunch of upgrade parts for the 240 series and Volvo parts are super cheap. Also I think I read that it is pretty easy to swap in a Redblock or Whiteblock engine. Or if i am really adventurous I could put a 2JZ in it.
what I am looking for are other options. What brands and models take upgrades well on the cheep? There has got to be something form Nissan and the RB20 engine, I am just not familiar with the brand, also I don't want to make a filthy drift missile. I also kinda want to steer away from Honda because I had a civic and I'm ready for a different brand.
What do you all think.