Steve from Australia built himself a Honda VTEC-powered classic Mini a few years back and was proud of the job he’d done. However, it was a bit of a torque-steering monster and wasn’t great to drive.

Although engine swaps are relatively popular in the classic Mini’s circles, this D15-swapped example carries a certain appeal. There is a special breed of petrolheads out there who never stop thinking ...

One of the very first elements any automotive designer must consider is where to locate the engine. Whether it's a typical ...