INTMD8

Great thread! I stumbled across it after having a similar idea for an LS1 motor as I absolutely love the sound of my F355. I admit that I did not read this entire thread but as to the stroke, why is it that 3in would be too great? Piston weight/bore size? F355 is 3.034 stroke and 3.34 bore I believe.

Sure, I don't really view it as much of a problem that the F355 uses a transaxle. Having a clutch I don't see why I couldn't adapt it to any rwd transmission (such as a T56). LOL, the engine/transmission mechanicals are of my least concern, I would just like a quality body and chassis for a good starting point. I wouldn't mind using a z-car chassis as a starting point if the bodys have been proven long-term reliable.

SpeedRacer- Thanks for the info. I'm not so much concerned about it being a V12, I would be more interested in combining my infatuation with the F355 engine and the 250 GTO body than keeping the car true to it's roots.

Hmmm, well I suppose I should have been more specific. I am looking for a source for the 250 GTO replica. If the z-car platform was insufficient (which from what I gather it is sufficient), a link to a company who offers a 250 GTO replica on a tube chassis. I'm aware of the cost of an F355 engine. From what I have seen the engine can be had for 10-14k, which I think is reasonable. I would also consider a 550 or 575 engine, but I am a fan of the 355. A SBC would most definitely be cheaper, but would not be what I'm looking for. Fwiw, I fabricate parts and dyno-tune cars for a living, plus I have a lift, tig-welder, compressor, etc at my home garage, so this is certainly a project I could handle. I am finished with my first turbo camaro, working on completing the 2nd, and am in the planning stages for my next project. I came to this forum as I am having a hard time finding information on the 250 replicas, as any solid return on a search for "Ferrari 250 GTO replica" would likely be an invitation for a lawsuit. A real 250 is unobtainable for me, however I love the looks, and I think it would be a great car with a late model fuel injected Ferrari engine. F355 would provide me with the sound and power to match the looks, not to mention an 8,500rpm shift point (if I'm not mistaken).

Ok, so I have this idea of my next project car which includes a 250 GTO body and an F355 engine. My question is, can the older z-car chassis's be made to handle relatively well (and is the rear end reasonably strong), and if not, does anyone offer a 250 GTO replica on a tube chassis? Thanks!