VIPER Engine Swap into Z4 Coupe, WTF

DSC_OFF · 11-15-2012, 08:40 AM

Not sure if this is a repost but stumbled upon this thread

SRT-10 engine from 04 Ram into a Z4 coupe in Germany:

http://www.bmw-syndikat.de/bmwsyndik...TOPIC_ID=31693

tbalutis · 11-15-2012, 09:47 AM

Wow. Never did see this one. That is one complex project, but they seem to be approaching it right.

JasonH · 11-15-2012, 10:14 AM

Nuts.

ZStig · 11-15-2012, 11:04 AM

I love the viper engine, this would be an amazing swap!

ZStig · 11-15-2012, 11:06 AM

Ugh, viper transmission too. Thats the worst part. Boo

kennyfrc · 11-15-2012, 11:52 AM

Fail, LS3-LS7 would make more sense.

Twisted Six · 11-15-2012, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by kennyfrc

Fail, LS3-LS7 would make more sense.

Sense is rarely a part of these equations/projects,lol.They are most always driven by rare combinations and WOW factor.
That....and unlimited budgets and time frames.

Just a persons way of showcasing some skill sets and creativity.

johanness · 11-15-2012, 12:16 PM

*insert shoe-horn sound*

He still hasn't run this thing yet? Can't wait for some video action

Alexander · 11-20-2012, 10:06 AM

Sick!

BlackMoupe · 11-20-2012, 03:06 PM

That's wicked! Z4 coupes always get the fun swaps! N54 and this beast! Z4M's have "only" gotten S62 V8 and S65 V10.

DSC_OFF · 11-20-2012, 04:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BlackMoupe

That's wicked! Z4 coupes always get the fun swaps! N54 and this beast! Z4M's have "only" gotten S62 V8 and S65 V10.

I'd take the s62/65 any day over the n54, and this swap has yet to be completed. Don't forget the e39 m5 v8 that was swapped into the pre-facelift roadster (before the M's were released)!

ZStig · 11-20-2012, 09:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BlackMoupe

That's wicked! Z4 coupes always get the fun swaps! N54 and this beast! Z4M's have "only" gotten S62 V8 and S65 V10.

thats because its silly to take out a perfectly good high performance motor and replace it. Plus if you're gonna hack something up, the regular z4 is much cheaper and appropriate

Finnegan · 11-20-2012, 10:10 PM

Pretty nice build there!

JoJo56 · 11-30-2012, 11:59 AM

Never heard a Viper on the street that didn't sound like a tractor. Actually driving one allows you to discount that aspect quite quickly, however, in considering engine swaps for anything other than an industrial pump, a Dodge v10 probably wouldn't even come to mind.

pokeybritches · 11-30-2012, 03:13 PM

The old Vipers didn't have any crossover in their exhaust, so it sounded like two 5 cylinder engines.

ZStig · 11-30-2012, 09:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JoJo56

Never heard a Viper on the street that didn't sound like a tractor. Actually driving one allows you to discount that aspect quite quickly, however, in considering engine swaps for anything other than an industrial pump, a Dodge v10 probably wouldn't even come to mind.

With a Corsa Catback they sound pretty good

johanness · 12-01-2012, 03:37 AM

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Originally Posted by ZStig

With a Corsa Catback they sound pretty good

With Corsa catback's... Everything sounds good. The ONE company I wish made an exhaust for our car.

ZStig · 12-01-2012, 04:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by johanness

With Corsa catback's... Everything sounds good. The ONE company I wish made an exhaust for our car.

Corsa makes universal mufflers, which can be used with a custom exhaust on my car. Won't be as throaty as a big block engine though

JoJo56 · 12-03-2012, 10:53 AM

The Corsa does make it sound like a proper automotive engine; much nicer.

11-15-2012, 08:40 AM	#1
DSC_OFF Major General Drives: flat out Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: NNJ Posts: 5,636 iTrader: (30) Garage List 2007 BMW Z4 3.0si c ... [4.62]	VIPER Engine Swap into Z4 Coupe, WTF Not sure if this is a repost but stumbled upon this thread SRT-10 engine from 04 Ram into a Z4 coupe in Germany: http://www.bmw-syndikat.de/bmwsyndik...TOPIC_ID=31693 __________________ Recaro \| AST \| Vorshlag \| Quaife \| Stoptech \| Volks \| Autosolutions \| BMW Performance Click here for my track videos Last edited by DSC_OFF; 11-15-2012 at 08:53 AM.
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11-15-2012, 09:47 AM	#2
tbalutis fotontom Drives: 2006 M Roadster / 1999 XK8 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Surf City, CA Posts: 214 iTrader: (1)	Wow. Never did see this one. That is one complex project, but they seem to be approaching it right. __________________ ACS exhaust / styled 19" wheels / factory hardtop / ultimate pedals / factory strut bar / aero skirts / aFe / Jaffster / gauges / factory Euro-spec mirrors / P3 Digital Interface

11-15-2012, 11:04 AM	#4
ZStig Major General Drives: VT2-500 M Roadster Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Delray Beach, FL Posts: 6,419 iTrader: (3)	I love the viper engine, this would be an amazing swap! __________________

11-15-2012, 11:06 AM	#5
ZStig Major General Drives: VT2-500 M Roadster Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Delray Beach, FL Posts: 6,419 iTrader: (3)	Ugh, viper transmission too. Thats the worst part. Boo __________________

11-15-2012, 11:52 AM	#6
kennyfrc First Lieutenant Drives: 2008 Z4MC Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: ATL GA Posts: 318 iTrader: (1)	Fail, LS3-LS7 would make more sense. __________________ Toy: 2008 Silver Z4MC 300WHP/241TQ Mods: OEM Euro Headers, RPI Scoop Daily: 2010 Tacoma Double Cab

11-15-2012, 10:14 AM	#3
JasonH Aspiring Track Rat Drives: 2007 M Coupe, 2003 M3 Vert Join Date: May 2012 Location: Newark, DE Posts: 80 iTrader: (1)	Nuts.

11-15-2012, 12:16 PM	#8
johanness Hans X2 Drives: 2008 Z4MC Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Seattle, Vancouver Posts: 1,512 iTrader: (2) Garage List 2008 BMW Z4M COUPE [0.00] 2012 BMW X1 xDrive 28i [0.00]	insert shoe-horn sound He still hasn't run this thing yet? Can't wait for some video action __________________ \|Euro Headers\|SS X-Pipe\|REMUS\|UUC\|Zeck CDV\|AFE Intake\|H&R Springs\|RPI Scoop\|ZHP\|AC Schnitzer Side Skirts\|ESS DirectFlash\|APEX\|RE RaceBrace\| the very last TiAg Coupe

11-20-2012, 10:06 AM	#9
Alexander Mad tyte EuR0 style boooi <--- Joke Drives: E30, E85, MKVI Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Deal's Gap Posts: 2,473 iTrader: (0)	Sick!

11-20-2012, 03:06 PM	#10
BlackMoupe Mouper Drives: Ex-Z4MC Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Nowhere Posts: 1,064 iTrader: (1)	That's wicked! Z4 coupes always get the fun swaps! N54 and this beast! Z4M's have "only" gotten S62 V8 and S65 V10.

11-20-2012, 10:10 PM	#13
Finnegan Major General Drives: Sapphire Black/Black Z4Mc Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: At the track..or wishing I were at the track Posts: 5,488 iTrader: (17)	Pretty nice build there! __________________ 2007 Sapphire Black Z4M / Apex EC7s / Eisenmann Exhaust / Euro Headers/Cat / Aero Sideskirts / DIY Stubby / Ultimate Pedals / AS SSK / RB Rotors / Other Stuff #1047

11-30-2012, 11:59 AM	#14
JoJo56 New Member Drives: 2006 Z43.0Si Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Missouri Posts: 6 iTrader: (0)	Srsly Never heard a Viper on the street that didn't sound like a tractor. Actually driving one allows you to discount that aspect quite quickly, however, in considering engine swaps for anything other than an industrial pump, a Dodge v10 probably wouldn't even come to mind.

11-30-2012, 03:13 PM	#15
pokeybritches Major Drives: G-Power Z4M, VF Z4 3.0i, ZJ Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Gulf Coast, USA Posts: 1,371 iTrader: (10) Garage List 2003 BMW Z4 3.0i [4.33] 2006 BMW Z4M [0.00]	The old Vipers didn't have any crossover in their exhaust, so it sounded like two 5 cylinder engines. __________________ G-Power Z4M (April Install) and VF Engineering Z4 3.0i - too many mods to list

12-03-2012, 10:53 AM	#19
JoJo56 New Member Drives: 2006 Z43.0Si Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Missouri Posts: 6 iTrader: (0)	The Corsa does make it sound like a proper automotive engine; much nicer.

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