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Originally Posted by scottmandue

Now I own a Miata and guess what... LS and Ford 5.0 swap...

Yep, way, way back when the miata first came out, folks started dropping the 5.0 into them, but these days the LS seems to be the big ticket. I love the Flyin' Miata NA that has the LS in it that's white with Martini graphics. Apparently the Flyin' Miata guys started out as a Porsche shop.

I just can't see spending THAT much money on a miata though. But I bet they are a hoot to drive.

Back when I had my '88 targa, I used to run into a black FD RX-7 that I am fairly certain was sporting an LS. It was darn fast.

It seems like a cheap 944 would be the best swap material. The chassis and car are well engineered and solid. The LS shouldn't cause a balance problem since they are fairly light. You'd have a good solid vehicle with plenty of upgrade potential, but with more engine. And you wouldn't even need 700hp. I suspect a 944 with a 300hp V-8 is probably a hoot to drive. I assume you'd want the drivetrain out of a 951, but maybe not. I'm not that familiar with the strengths and capabilities of a 944.