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Matt is building a custom BMW coupe. The project starts with a BMW 2002 (E10) body installed over a Subaru WRX (GC8) chassis. For the powertrain Matt turned to a 2005 Saab 9-2X Aero. These are referred to as \u201cSaabaru\u201d because they were based on a second-generation Impreza hatchback. This means Matt’s project is powered by a turbocharged 2.0 L EJ205 flat-four making 227 hp and 217 lb-ft in factory spec. The motor will be kept cool by a radiator relocated in the trunk. Behind the flat-four is a five-speed manual transmission sending power to the front wheels and a Subaru rear differential. Matt upgraded the suspension with a set of Cygnus Performance X-1 adjustable coilovers and 2006 four-piston front brakes and two-piston rear brakes. Follow the project’s progress at @ejroundie<\/a>. <\/p>\n

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Matt is building a custom BMW coupe. The project starts with a BMW 2002 (E10) body installed over a Subaru WRX (GC8) chassis. For the powertrain Matt turned to a 2005 Saab 9-2X Aero. These are referred to as \u201cSaabaru\u201d because they were based on a second-generation Impreza hatchback. 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