600 HP BMW 2002: This M3 Engine Swap is Pure Turbo Madness | Jay Leno's Garage

In this episode of Jay Leno's Garage, Jay meets Mano Agulian, the man behind this incredible "Manofied" 1974 BMW 2002. This is far from the classic 2002 many remember! This build takes the excellent handling of the BMW 2002 and pairs it with massive, reliable power by swapping in a turbocharged S52 M3 engine (3.2-liter). Manon achieved a staggering 600 horsepower on E85 fuel, making this lightweight classic a true modern performance monster. Key details discussed in the video: The M3 Transplant: This 2002 is powered by an S52 motor from a late-model E36 M3. Manon favors automatic-model 2002 bodies because they came with a wider transmission tunnel, making the engine and bigger transmission swap easier. Power and Internals: The engine runs on a 10:1 compression ratio and 11 lbs. of boost. It features modified rods and pistons to handle the competition engineering turbocharger. Unique Tech: The turbocharger is a billet aluminum piece that is grease-lubricated instead of using an oil line, requiring a few squirts of special grease every 2,000 miles. Handling & Braking: The car features factory turbo flares that were widened one inch. It runs with factory turbo four-piston cast brakes up front and upgraded 250mm drums in the rear. Mano's Mission: Manon also discusses his mission to help at-risk young men and women learn trades by building these incredible cars. Watch Jay take this 600 horsepower BMW for a high-speed spin! Shop car care and detailing supplies from Jay Leno’s Garage: https://www.lenosgarage.com/shine » Subscribe: http://bit.ly/JLGSubscribe THE BEST OF JAY LENO'S GARAGE » Exclusive First Looks: http://bit.ly/JLGExclusives » Ultra Rare Supercars: http://bit.ly/JLGSupercars » Jay's Book Club: http://bit.ly/JLGBookClub JAY LENO'S GARAGE ON SOCIAL Facebook: http://facebook.com/JayLenosGarage Twitter: http://twitter.com/LenosGarage Instagram: http://instagram.com/jaylenosgarage/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jaylenosgarageofficial ABOUT JAY LENO'S GARAGE A new video every Monday! Visit Jay Leno's Garage, the Emmy-winning series where Jay Leno gives car reviews, motorcycle reviews, compares cars, and shares his passion and expertise on anything that rolls, explodes, and makes noise. Classic cars, restomods, super cars like the McLaren P1, sports cars like Porsche 918 Spyder and Camaro Z28, cafe racers, vintage cars, and much, much more. #BMW2002 #M3Swap #Turbocharged #JayLenosGarage #SleeperCar #E36M3 #ClassicBMW #600HP #HotRod

Added 7 Sept 2026