4WD Nissan March with a Mid-Engine 1000+ hp Twin-Turbo VQ35 V6

Glenn Hodges from the The Lab Limited specializes in Nissan modifications and performance. In 2017 he began creating a very unique 2004 Nissan March (K12) car to compete in time attack. Glen has made several changes since we last shared the project.

The little race car is still powered by a twin-turbo 3.5 L VQ35DE V8 sitting in back. It features Wiseco 10:1 forged pistons, Eagle forged rods, and custom oil sump. On top sit ported heads with upgraded valve springs and ARP studs. Glenn fabricated a custom intake manifold, custom exhaust manifolds, and custom 3-inch stainless steel exhaust.

Boost is generated by two Pulsar GTX 2867R turbochargers and cooled by a 4-inch water-to-air intercooler. A set of ID 1350 cc injectors on 100% duty cycle controlled by a Link G5 Voodoo Pro ECU allow the motor to produce 826 hp at the hubs or about 1050 hp at the flywheel.

The motor sends power forward through a HGT Precision five-speed sequential transaxle to a custom reversing transfer case in the front of the car. The transfer case consists of a custom case by Kimberley Tool & Design, Waikato Bearings, and gears by Tauranga Gears and AH Gears. From there power is sent rearward to the rear differential. This means the vehicle is 4WD all the time.

To convert the car to 4WD, Glen made custom subframes and control arms. The suspension also uses Nissan Maxima J32 knuckles and a Holden electric power steering. Braking is handled by Nissan Akebono 370Z four-piston front calipers and two-piston rear calipers.

Glen reduced weight using a carbon fiber roof and hood. There is also a carbon fiber splitter and rear wing. Underneath the car is a flat bottom. A custom widebody covers DTM 19-inch wheels with Nankang AR1 275/35 tires.

The race-prepped interior features OMP seats with Sabelt harnesses. A OMP steering wheel bolts to a Woodward column. Above that is a Link Dash 2 Pro digital display. Behind the seats is custom aluminum and plexiglass firewall separating the cabin from the engine bay.