Berlinetta C20XE conversion

[g984xrg]

Hello all,

I am looking into doing the above conversion and would like to know if anyone has done this already, i usually do other vauxhall conversions so this is something new for me.

Any help would be great.

Thanks alot David.

[jon_cox]

Re: Berlinetta C20XE conversion

Hi David,
I think you are probably the first to opt for this engine in a Berlinetta. In fact, probably any Marlin. It is a popular choice though for the locost / Caterham / Westfield boys. I would try the locost forum for any technical questions you have. I did consider this engine for the roadster but ended up going Fiat twin cam. I found SBD motorsport really helpful.
http://www.sbdev.co.uk/SBD%20Motorsport%20Display.htm
They have all the bits for RWD conversion.

[robcawte]

Re: Berlinetta C20XE conversion

Hi David
I don't have a clue about this engine, but I'm going to look into it. If you do this engine swap. keep us posted, thanks.

[lil_red_roadster]

Re: Berlinetta C20XE conversion

Great idea...I considered the Vauxhall 2.0 for my Roadster but went Rover in the end. Why not make it simple & buy a complete 2.0 Omega and use the entire Ecotec engine/box combo? Almost an XE...but not quite...and having the donor car can make the process of wiring a little easier.

Good luck...and look forward to the write-up.

[danny_nelson]

Re: Berlinetta C20XE conversion

Hi David, I have read about a Vauxhall powered Berlinetta, but I do not think it was this engine. Also Mark Matthews built a Sportster with a Vauxhall engine, but again I am not sure which engine. Would you use the Vauxhall gearbox or use a bell house to convert to a Ford box? I would be interested to hear of your progress.
Regards
Danny.

[jon_cox]

Re: Berlinetta C20XE conversion

Sportster had a V6 Omega engine and gearbox. It was yellow. Reg number R404 NTA.