2JZ W124 swap...
 

I've seen a few W124/2JZ builds online, but haven't seen anything detailing what all was required...

Anyone have a link to a build thread I can take a look at?

Lexus 300 copied w124 300CE-24v, engine, drivetrain, suspension.
Toyota would build a super sports car and chose to build it on the Lexus 300.
They took the whole car, engine, drivetrain, frame, suspension, only the changed appearance of the body, minimal engine modifications and installed a turbo.
It was born a MK4.

So why change a Mercedes engine with a copy that cost 20 times more expensive , harder to find and more expensive to tune? :)

Even sound of 2jz is allmost the same as m104 :D

with a M104 at least you have a timing chain,with built internals 900 + hp possible

both m104 and 2jz handle 1000hp but the price is real big difference.

In sweden used m103/m104 cost about 250-750 $
used 2jz is about 3500-10000 $

You can buy them for less in the USA.
Main advantage with the Toyota motor is that it is factory turbocharged so no custom fabrication as with the M104.

Fairly common swap in the Far East...engine mount kits readily available:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1jz-2jz-Mount-Swap-Kit-for-E-class-Mercedes-Benz-w124-/281182194130?hash=item4177c3c9d2&vxp=mtr

What USA years / specific model names for the Toyota motor?

Toyota Supra. MkIV.

+ Lexus GS300, IS300, SC300

They are more common then you think...fits in most 6 cyl engine bays !

Build thread from another forum:

300CE WITH 2JZ TWIN TURBO MOTOR SWAP - MBWorld.org Forums

Japanese youtube vid:

Mercedes com motor Toyota 2JZ - YouTube

Installed in a BMW M3

2JZ M3 BMW - YouTube

M5:

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...ps13540a15.jpg

In a W210:

Mercedes Benz E Class Supra Engine 2JZ Swap | How To Save Money And Do It Yourself!

In a W201:

2jzgte !!! AMG 190e Mercedes-benz dyno pull - YouTube

Drift Around Canada 2JZGTE Mercedes-Benz - Drift Around Canada

Two RHD Aussie builds:

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...ps3a47c795.jpg

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...ps5d6f73fa.jpg

In a W114 280SE

Stance Is Everything - SEMA Showstopper: Ranz Motorsports 280SE

Not in the us with a turbocharger.

Yes, but you readily buy the toyota turbo bits anywhere. I would love some of Roman's parts but they cost a fortune compared to sourcing off the shelf turbo parts here in the US.

anything is possible modified, RBYCC said its a good choice because its factory turbocharged and sl320 asked what US cars it came in. If we are talking factory cars with a turbo, the answer is mk4 supra.

engine price and availability depend highly on the country
here 2jz cost a fortune and don't forget the gearbox if lucky and found one it will be the same price as the engine here

I was looking at JDM 1JZs on eBay a while back, they can be had much cheaper and are still pretty robust and have a big aftermarket.

OP and 97SL320 never asked specifically for the turbo motor. :confused: