Am I the only person when I read this thought "hrm, an LS1 into a 944, 928, or other front engine porsche would be pretty easy"
It would already have a radiator, the engine bay large enough for a good sized V8, and a transaxle already in the back. I know the older rear engine stuff is lighter, but I wouldnt mind a little luxury or ease of swap into one of the front engined cars.