I originally bought my 1986 SVO with the intention of using it as a canyon commuting daily driver. That lasted until I showed the car at a local cruise night.  Early in the project, I decided to do the car in the "RestoMod" style. This allowed me to maintain most of the original appearance and features unique to the SVO, while freely upgrading the motor and suspension components.  The car is used primarily as a weekend car, and is shown about 2 or 3 times a month.  It does see the canyons about once a week, or when it needs exercise. The car has been repainted in the original color (2A) and has cloth interior.

Dave has completed his Y2K update. Dave has completly transformed his SVO engine compartment. This is one of the nicest SVO engine compartments that I have ever seen. I am sure that you will agree also.

Drivetrain Modifications:

65mm Motorsport SVO throttle body Ported Upper Intake ATR 4-1 stainless steel header SVO variable cam gear 3" downpipe and cat 2-chamber Flowmasters Turbo Coupe intercooler compressor bypass Dash adjustable boost control Motorsport SVO aluminum driveshaft K&N air filter Cold Air Intake Accel Wires Braided Hoses Fabricated Aluminum VAF mount & covers

Suspension Modifications:

Panhard Bar Rear Suspension Tubular Rear Control Arms H&R Progressive Springs 4pt G-Load Brace Subframe Connectors Camber/Caster Plates

Interior/Exterior Modifications:

17" x 8" Konig Wheels 245.45x17 Goodrich TA-ZR Autometer A-Pillar Gages White Face Instruments

Future Modifications:

The nice thing about RestoMod cars is they're never done.  Future projects include a 3" Single exhaust (loose the duals), Cross-drilled rotors, Another round of motor upgrades, etc.  My biggest problem is I just don't have room for another SVO at this house!