This 1,300-HP Volvo is a Strong Candidate for the Cleanest 2JZ Swap to Date.
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Let’s be honest: these days, a 2JZ swap doesn’t usually merit a dedicated blog post. They’ve been performed countless times, and will continue to be. However, the reason we’re showcasing this specific build—installing Toyota’s iconic twin-turbo inline-six engine into a Volvo V70—is its remarkable clarity and precision. In fact, it may just be the cleanest 2JZ swap we’ve encountered, boasting a fit and finish that appears far fresher than OEM. It evokes nostalgia for Volvo’s heyday of producing not just wagons, but fast ones as well.
This V70 was crafted by an individual named Tobbe Johansson. If the vehicle’s appearance wasn't enough to indicate it, this project is truly a labor of love. Johansson reportedly began this endeavor in 2015; after a decade of work, the effort is evident. Indeed, the 2JZ-GTE engine now produces approximately 1,300 horsepower, transmitted to the rear wheels via a six-speed manual transmission sourced from BMW, but this V70 has much more to offer beyond its powertrain.
While it may appear as an unassuming, slightly used modern Volvo wagon on the outside, beneath its surface lies a custom tube-frame chassis, floor, and firewall, according to the channel jms_oncars. Many components that weren’t sourced from a Supra or custom fabricated seem to be taken from an E60 BMW M5. This Volvo features M5 parts for the driveshaft, axles, limited-slip differential, steering rack, and brakes, with its suspension being an adjustable coilover kit made for the M5 by D2.
Aside from the meticulous attention to detail, what I particularly admire about this V70 is its tasteful overall appearance. It truly is a sleeper—the only indicators of its capabilities from the outside are the sizable wheels and its notably low stance. Otherwise, it maintains the clean silhouette of a Volvo from the middle of the last decade. The interior also appears factory-fresh, aside from the exposed metal floor painted red to match the exterior. Johansson preserved the timeless design that has always characterized Volvo wagons, taking the time to refine, replace, and tune everything else to perfection. Well done, sir.
In the bottom left, Tobbe Johansson stands proudly with his V70, which earned the Best in Show award at the Custom Motor Show in Jönköping, Sweden, earlier this year. Twiking Design
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This 1,300-HP Volvo is a Strong Candidate for the Cleanest 2JZ Swap to Date.
A decade in the making, this Volvo V70 is not just a 2JZ-swapped wagon; it's a project that showcases an unprecedented level of refinement.