Building a 550hp 1JZ Nissan 240SX - in 10 Minutes!

When Vin first picked up this dusty old Nissan 240sx, it had seen better days. Much... much better days. But he had some grand plans, including 1JZ swap under the hood (from our pals at JDM of California), some fresh paint, and some body bits. And after a summer's worth of toiling and building, Vin's s14 came out wider, 5x faster, and WAY better looking. Putting down around 550hp to the crank, and sitting pretty on BBS LM wheels (sorry, Hert), this might be one of our favorite Hoonigan cars to date.
Now check out the entire build series in just 10 minutes - from forgotten storage vehicle to 550hp fun machine.
Check out Vin's whole Staff Inspection build series on his 1JZ swapped Nissan 240sx here: • Vin's s14 Drift Projec...
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BUILD SPECS:
- Engine-1JZ VVTi from @jdmcalifornia
*for a full list of maintenace items needed CLICK HERE:
• NEW Build! - We Swap a...
- Transmission- CD00A 6 speed with Collins adapter @collinsgarage
- Power Adder (setup):
- Garret GTX3076r GenII with v-band .81a/r turbine housing @turbobygarrett
- Plazmaman billet intake manifold, fuel rail, throttle body and plazma-clamps - @plazmamanracing
- Future Fab V-Band exhaust manifold - @futurefab_jon
- Chase Bays tucked rad, brake booster delete and clutch slave- @chasebays
- Deatschwerks 1200cc injectors- @deatschwerks
- Alariatech Oil Catch Can
Electronics:
- Rywire PDM and Body Harness- @rywire_motorsports_electronics
- AEM Infinity ECU - @aemelectronics
- Thorn Industries Coil Pack - @thornindustries
- Bisimoto Flexfuel Tune - @bisimoto
Suspension and Chassis:
- KW Clubsport 2-way coilovers- @kwsuspension
- ISR Arms- @ISRperformance
- OS Giken Superlock LSD - @osgiken
- Team Hang Loose Drop Spindles - @teamhangloose
Interior
- Recaro Profi XL Seats- @recaroautomotive
- Street Faction Ultra-low Mounts - @streetfaction
- Custom Ti delete Panels - @chasingJs
- AEM CD5 digital Display- @aem electronics
Exterior
- BBS LM 18x9.5 /18x10.5 @bbs.wheels
- Origin 55mm fenders
- JDM Front bumper
- Seibon Carbon Hood, doors, panels and trunk - @seiboncarbon
- Paint by Strassesport - @strassesport

[@HooniganProjectGarage]

We’re chopping down some of our favorite project cars into 10 minute breakdowns… which one would you want to see next?

[@brownboii32]

How about some new content instead of reuploading and editing old footage....

[@chasedowney2609]

Would love to see the kei truck I’m assuming Scotto bought it and that’s why it never got finished

[@rorycaracciolo6814]

Hoonigan Project Cars do any of the other cars run?.... #carcane

[@lukesites2457]

The Audi, the super seat time stallion, the disco, and zacs truck

[@user-mo8tm4jw2l]

yea you should probably not go down the cheeseball content path guys. Way too many channels doing this and just regurgitating content to us. You guys have never had that need, so why start now. These are the most cheesy and cringe worthy videos car channels put out. Definitely not in line with the quality of content that you guys consistently crank out. Dont cheapen yourself or your channel with stuff like this. Your better than this.

[@chrisalarcon4091]

just imagine what he could do in 20 minutes

[@benatrubio7646]

Plz tell me that ur comment have been writen ironically

[@jnoub2947]

@@benatrubio7646 of course it was😂

[@benatrubio7646]

@@jnoub2947 hmm xd

[@tsukiyunoda]

Duh, build a rocket ship

[@AJPLAYZ120]

No you idiot this did not take 10 min🙄

[@HAunderscoreVE]

daaaamn, it even has an interior?! That's how you tell its on a next level. Drives nice, has power, has paint.. and has an actual human habitable interior. Great work!

[@HooniganProjectGarage]

You can actually ride in Vins S14 and not need a tetanus shot afterwards. 🤣

[@Legend-lc9bv]

@@HooniganProjectGarage lol I remember one early morning he over took me on the highway

[@HoweDoYouDo1999]

Haha either way I’m still finna need a welded down seatbelt 😂 if it’s so nice I shouldn’t feel like imma die in it

[@diamondmayer1873]

Its also how u know its not Brians

[@nichutch2614]

Love that final shot, Vin driving away like he's Dom from fast and furious.

[@HooniganProjectGarage]

Since Vin Diesel was already taken, we now call Vin - Vin Unleaded.

[@couldntcare7246]

@@HooniganProjectGarage under appreciated comment

[@charliestavro2843]

@@HooniganProjectGarage more like 91 octane lol. Watered down bs gas 🤣😅🤣

[@diony_1742]

Yup, about to say the same

[@PaulChoix55]

@@HooniganProjectGarage how about vinny 85... ok i'm out

[@o_me_zzz]

This literally everyone’s dream build I can’t one too make something like this

[@Jdhcjfbdb]

Exactly what i was thinking this is the cleanest 240sx story and build I’ve seen

[@juniormaya5170]

It’s up for sale :)

[@AmaAndZing]

Idk about that, my dream ain’t a 240sx but it’s sick

[@dwightschrute3862]

Mine is a 70’s to late 80’s Pontiac firebird. I would probably drop a ls1 in it just because parts and mods are so readily available.

[@Kronosdied]

@@dwightschrute3862 my dad has a firebird it’s his old drag racing car

[@martinruiz8288]

Man I can’t wait to see herts 240sx 10 minute break down

[@Hbzprojects]

And by that you mean, it runs for 10 minutes and breaks down.

[@martinruiz8288]

So very true rather he breaks it or it breaks down lmao (herts destruction ) is what it should be called instead of daily transmissions

[@Hbzprojects]

Is it Herts? will it break?

[@martinruiz8288]

Lmfao

[@clutchkickpj693]

Yea cuz it'll only take 10 mins for him to break it out at the track lol

[@Tim82621]

We need more video’s of dan working on his s14!

[@rodrigoorozco9263]

U mean vin

[@rodrigoorozco9263]

Or does Dan have one as well ?

[@Tim82621]

rodrigo Orozco Dan has a 2j one. If you go about a year back you can find the beginning of the build on the channel! My favorite on this channel!

[@smallwoodmatt]

I love Vin’s builds, he pays attention to the details. Also very well made video

[@sucapizda]

Man, imagine doing a build like this and not worrying about how much things cost. You know, just doing what you want. Must be soooo cool to do that.

[@ChristopherBristol]

Love it, great when you've reached your goal with a car like that. I've been on my project for over 4 years and still not done lol

[@HooniganProjectGarage]

🍻👍🏼

[@JavierMayol]

Most of us are or have been in the same boat. Others just have a larger budget and or sponsors.

[@f02_alexx]

What car?

[@ChristopherBristol]

@@f02_alexx a 98 BMW 740.

[@rks5457]

Don't feel bad, takes a lot of time and money to do this. There's constant tinkering and headache even if you have supreme knowledge of the car and upgrade market. Side note, isn't it great that there's a way for guys like this KZbinr to do this without worrying about a 9 to 5? And we get to watch it. Pretty sweet.

[@robertgodwin3701]

This is an incredibly complete build Vin, and the outcome is amazing, you should be properly stoked with it. Love this wrap up style of video too, looking forward to seeing more!

[@mrbookends]

What a beautiful build! My first project car was a 91 S13 with JDM front clip (brick lights and red top SR20DET) - I had so much fun learning different skillsets over the course of a few years and this brought back those cool Nissan memories!

[@jonathanhagerty7174]

CLEAN AF, i love seeing complete builds condensed to a single video. Very satisfying!

[@antoniorendon3416]

The taste this guy has is what makes this 240 so beautiful!

[@benrittenhousedotcom]

Great reminder how much fun it was to follow along with this build over the last year!!!

[@RYFRESHMN]

Man that is so clean! Kept the body simple not doing too much and letting the natural curvature of the Nissan pop.

[@DavidDavid-qz9ps]

Vinny has the cleanest car 😍lovin' it

[@JD-oh1kb]

Clean work! That motor sounds so damn GOOD

[@beauross2442]

I absolutely love the 240. My mother actually owned and drove one for over 20 years. People all over Sacramento and surrounding zip codes knew the car for its hotrod red with yellow vinals and wheels.

[@thecommenter9726]

Tell Vinny that he picked a pretty much perfect color for that car. I've never been a big fan of stock colors on aftermarket cars from different makes but THIS one is magnifico

[@benc.1197]

That "Lead Foot" grey is nice! Good choice Vin!

[@HooniganProjectGarage]

🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@YostBuilt]

Vinny has the best builds! classy af 🔥

[@liferuinerjflo]

That is one of the cleanest 240's i have ever seen. Great job man.

[@paytinstaples2162]

This is by far the best car transformation video I’ve seen on KZbin huge shoutout to the Hoonigan editors!

[@kidd0]

Looks sick dude. I really love the grey!

[@itsjustmemildoze]

this is why I watch this channel. great video!

[@HooniganProjectGarage]

Ayy! Now who thinks Vin needs a DT episode?!

[@vallo220]

Honestly I'm older now, and I still love JDM vehicles as if it were still early 2000s. Wish I had the money to purchase some of these vehicles. Awesome build, it's exactly how I'd want mine if I owned one.

[@Juanpi2709]

Vinny's style about cars is always on point. That s14 is one of the best Hoonigan Cars. Change my mind

[@HooniganProjectGarage]

Rail Car... Now try to chang our minds.

[@isaacberry5023]

Well done Vin, that is one hell of a beautiful build 👏🏼👏🏼 an absolutely gorgeous car with the JZ sauce to back it up

[@HooniganProjectGarage]

A little 2JZ spice with some BBS Johnnies. Name a better duo, we’ll wait. 🔥

[@raro7523]

@@HooniganProjectGarage Hert and Kikawa

[@clutchkickpj693]

@@HooniganProjectGarage well seeing as it's only a 1j and not a 2j I guess you gonna be waiting for another engine swap lol

[@Pwrswitchd]

The sound of that engine is gorgeous

[@HooniganProjectGarage]

A 2JZ living at 7k RPM is the music of our people.🔥🔥

[@sakunem9702]

@@HooniganProjectGarage desc says 1jz btw

[@stvmassacre]

The car in its final stage, turned out looking pretty cool. Can't wait to see what you have instore for future builds. 👍👍

[@GabesGarage]

Sweet 240 I love seen people putting the effort on this cars. Good job it looks great 👍

[@johnmoser2689]

Cool overview of the build seems like you guys could put together summary overshots for a few other projects that would be cool too from past projects... and updates to the donut garage too

[@JaredR1996]

Vins’ car is looking straight 🔥

[@bruh7644]

He meant straight fire

[@brandonpayne1207]

That closing shot was awesome. Your car is nice. Not over the top yet tastefully modified. SICK CAR VIN!!! 👌

[@Teamflatfoot]

Vins car is the definition of good things come to those who wait...for the right parts, the right people, and the right time to present your work. You don't need to run your mouth and have a big clout,hype man, team or game to show something is beautiful and expressive of yourself and that it's deserving of mention. Just do you and do it right. Now he's got the cleanest s chassis I've seen in a while and will probably see for a while. I tip my hat to you Vinny.

[@HooniganProjectGarage]

Appreciate that! Now it’s time to go drive the sh!t out of it. 👊🏼💪🏼

[@caneryasar]

A dope dude, a dope car and a dope video as always. This must mean that new content is coming! Btw what's the beat at the end of the video?

[@midassandahl5076]

damn they liked your comment but ignored your question lol

[@caneryasar]

@@midassandahl5076 Yeah, just checked my comment to see if I got any answers lol

[@XenoZader]

@@midassandahl5076 you did too

[@palegrayenoaz8780]

@@XenoZader you did it too

[@mattew9991]

@@palegrayenoaz8780 you did too

[@notnugget1011]

watching these transformations vids is making me wanna go in mechanics

[@Mirikiio]

stop playing fortnite then

[@krazedmalz]

One of my favorite Hoonigan builds. It's pristine, the kind of look I would be going for. I watched all the episodes of Zac's build so I would like to see a Euro car or one from Chase's arsenal.

[@HooniganProjectGarage]

We need to Scumbag Scotto to get his Audi dialed in for some AWD donuts...

[@ryderovidez9855]

This build is clean man💯💯

[@tkskagen]

I just LOVE that "Ford Leadfoot Grey" Paintjob!😋 Take care HOONIGANS, 🤓 -Thomas Western Washington State

[@RoyArmine]

Looks TUFF VIN!!!!! REALLY NICE 👍 Good job brotha! How do you like that jack/ lift you have in your garage was thinking about getting one myself?

[@c10zane]

Man...watching this makes me emotional thinking about building my S14, have had it a little over one year but have wanted one since around 2015!

[@jamesfoureight9879]

It’s clean! I like that front end but I also like the Zenki with the full navan kit too. Fun cars!

[@ikkyxd]

Well, you're all screwed because now we want a video like this with every car in the garage 😂😂

[@Lawson8330]

Vin has a long standing record of being the MF’ing man.

[@ao1645]

Fresh!!!! Congrats Vin, car looks great, props on the NY License Plate!

[@toddwilliams9681]

Nice Build, Color Looks GREAT

[@DennisCowell1120]

Watching it done in 10 minutes makes me mad since ive been working on mine for a year...

[@1970HondaCL100]

Don't feel bad... it took Vin a year to do this and he's got a great job, mad industry hookups, and that evil-genius focus that comes from being bald and bearded.

[@HooniganProjectGarage]

We couldn’t have done it with out moving magic & C.G.I...

[@RadonVex]

been working on mine for 7 years. it never stops bro

[@WH17Y]

It is a lot easier when most of what you buy for your project isn't paid for with your money.

[@pancakes5580]

@@WH17Y facts!

[@010aray]

*sees notification from Hoonigan, gets excited for new content* ~load disappointment~

[@stangtuner7487]

Werdna Dracip 😂😔

[@ahmed9707]

something about the ending shot of vin merging on the on ramp... beautiful shot, beautiful scene

[@stevenkoo1]

You guys are magicians. Absolute beauty. Kudos

[@maineguide6975]

REGULAR CONTENT STARTING??? I hope so! Great videos...

[@HooniganProjectGarage]

You better believe it, we have some serious SPICE droppin real soon! Also, make sure you keep an eye on our Bonus Channel we’ve been uploading almost daily there. 🤘🏼🌶

[@Francisco-cu4dy]

9:12 song? Amazing car

[@fern_v]

Appreciating those buttery smooth shots!

[@HooniganProjectGarage]

We got you fam. 🔥

[@architectjeff]

Vin's builds are super clean.

[@Hbzprojects]

Whenever I see those stupid "if you could own any car from your birth year what would it be" this right here is the only thing that comes to mind.

[@diegocortes0407]

How much was spent on this car thou (without sponsorships) that’s what everyone wants to know

[@TheRexilius]

@gilbert martinez and why would they if you could get free good car parts the better

[@TheRexilius]

@gilbert martinez a video being sponsored is different from them being sponsored as a company

[@Jerseymulisha21]

Vin the s14 looks so badass..ive been following all the Hoonigan channels for years. You guys keep my spirits high on building this s13, cause it is not a fast process if you want to do it right the first time..why? because almost race car/ drift missile 🤘🏻 kill all tires and keep slaying it 🤙🏼🤙🏼..

[@HooniganProjectGarage]

Carcaine projects are not always built over night. Hurry up and finish your S13 so you can bring it to the Burnyard. 🤘🏼

[@Jerseymulisha21]

@@HooniganProjectGarage im trying too trust me

[@keithwolfthorn6390]

Great 10 min video. What a good looking car . Well done Vin

[@Oldhotdogwater]

Is it me every single car KZbinr is “building a car in 10min” cause they know the views will be good since it worked for other youtubers.... kinda boring JUST MY OPINION DONT GET ON MY HEAD

[@HooniganProjectGarage]

Have we ever built a car in 10 minutes before?! It typically takes us 3 years😂🤣. Also, there is nothing worse than looking up “How To Guides” and have to watch 40 video to find how to modify a Trans to fit a 2JZ. This is now your one stop shop on how to slam a clean 240sx together. 🤘🏼👊🏼

[@Oldhotdogwater]

Jimmi Johnson I am jealous

[@vetrivel1994]

When you run out of content

[@pedrobatista4439]

Yeah. Been wondering that for a couple weeks now. I kinda miss all the fuckery on Donut garage like the old days though.

[@mumin2562]

and now i want one for myself, thanks Vin.. great project, sweet sound

[@GtShadow2]

What a beast! Congrats for the build.

[@RyanMcIntyre]

Love the car Vin, it looks amazing. Can't wait to see how it evolves with time.

[@d1b318]

Maan this build is absolutely completely Fully..... CLEAN🔥 nice job

[@psavel274]

Nice job. That's a great wheel choice. Can't go wrong with BBS. I too am a euro car guy as well and I dig it. Bet that Giken LSD makes a hell of a difference. I had one in my e36 track car and it completely transformed it. That 30 series is doing some work. Great numbers on the rollers! 👍

[@FranksShitBoxCollection]

I'm a muscle car guy but a beautiful done 240 like this always wins me over.

[@fyzikal5]

Ever since i got into cars i’ve revisited this video so many times

[@sidewayzl2316]

Man this thing is so beautiful , we need to see it on the burn yard soon!!

[@hellobruh9406]

Love that bisimoto was doing the dyno and tuning take such good care of cars

[@ericklazo811]

Vin's s14 SCREAMS man amazing

[@sebastianbunea5174]

Beautiful! Great job Vin!

[@deffboost79]

Good job man, this kind of style I believe is the best for S14, especially with BBS LM wheels. The body color is also great, very love this car.

[@b_hires]

honestly one of my favorite hoonigan builds good job vin looks stellar. It just revives my car passion. I have a 2007 hyundai tiburon that has been sitting on a lift for 8+ weeks and this makes me want to get it fixed and ready to rip.

[@mikemartin1200]

A classy, tasteful, and well educated build. great work

[@HooniganProjectGarage]

🍻👏🏼

[@CmgDeadman]

The drone shot of the car climbing the on ramp was epic !

[@Work_G]

This is the best video format!

[@justinl2458]

Perfect ending. Beautiful work.

[@evenaks]

the motivation i needed to get my s13 finished. fricking awesome

[@HooniganProjectGarage]

Hurry up, the Burnyard is waiting on you!!

[@evenaks]

Hoonigan Project Cars i wish 😂

[@tirabbi1]

Love the car, love the colour, & love the fact your missus gives you a hand. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@jujigatame7820]

Waouh really impressed by your whole work on this great car, as you say "BBS" is the best style yet in the game, so class and out of fashion, best things fromBordeaux France ;)

[@travolternyanyiwa6465]

This thing is a freaking sick bro, beast

[@jaidenkhalil6784]

Nice build so clean

[@MrMaxyield]

Yo this car is FOCKING SICK...!!! 🤘🤘 Much props Vin...

[@THEBIGELK5150]

Yeeaaaaahhh vin! Killed it man, great job! Way to keep it clean.

[@roelmilan8659]

That's a nice s14 dope dude

[@cs_cabrone9012]

Dude. Vin, This car is amazing. Good stuff

[@marshiano]

Awesome vid format The Plazmaman Intake 😍

[@cinemaclips5169]

Golden age of cars

[@SuperBailey121]

The car is badass now vin, what a transformation from the start 👌

[@HooniganProjectGarage]

👏🏼👊🏼

[@a13kexe]

I love this, can't wait to see which car is next

[@syedrehanfida]

Such a beautiful car. One of my dream cars to own as a daily driver.

[@staskas8983]

Dream build🤩you did great!

[@tinosteinborn8169]

Congrats Vinnie, bad ass ride!

[@cozyl8558]

bruh... the beat that starts at 1:05 is crazy !!

[@geeksteruk]

Awesome format, more of these!

[@Erickridebikes]

I love all s14's on the internet but this one.... damn. Vinny did a really good job with everything, sounds amazing too I also really like it when it was black with carbon parts.. sickkk

[@HooniganProjectGarage]

2JZ swapped S-Chassis with some hot Boi Johnnie and Scumbag styling.

[@that1stockst]

Hoonigan Project Cars 1j or 2j?

[@d3tach3d]

one of the cleanest s14s ive ever scene

[@ex3mpt887]

I cant wait for when im older so i can make this. this is my dream car right there