If you are looking for something different than can make a fair bit of power (be inspiring), looks good and has options and parts available, try a Toyota V-8. There are some hot ones in Australia and a few in the UK. There are some go-fast goodies sold here in the US to make plenty of power.
http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/s...9/ppuser/19657
try this link to see a shot of one from a Lexus, believe its a 4.0
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