The 7 Best V8 Engines That Could Go Into an SC300

1. The LS1

Arguably the best engine swap you can make for your SC300 is getting your hands on a Vette's LS1 V8. This 5.7L 346 cubic inch beast will turn your SC300 into something to be feared. While no engine swap is going to be a plug and play, there will be some work to be done with the motor and tranny mounts, but if you weren't willing to do the work, you probably wouldn't be reading this now. So roll up your sleeves and get to it; you will be thrilled with your new ride.

2. The Venerable LS2

Being one of the most adaptable engines ever, the LS2 can offer a lot more than its predecessor, the LS1. The LS2 has a large displacement at 6.0L, 364 cubic inches. This is surely going to rock your world.

3. The Durable LS6

If you need something stronger and more durable, the LS6 is your ticket. While the displacement is very similar to the LS1, the 6 breathes a lot better, is a lot stronger and has its own heads, manifolds and camshaft that outperforms the LS1 by a decent margin. 

4. The BOSS is in the House

For those looking for an old school muscle power plant, look no further than Ford's BOSS 302 V8. This bad boy is a 302 cu in 4.9L that has the looks and sound of a days-gone-by hot rod. You will be the talk of the track when you fire up your SC300 with this mean engine.

5. The SHO

If you are simply a Ford afficionado, you'll definitely want to consider the SHO V8 that was produced in the 1996-1999 Taurus SHO. Perhaps one of the last true muscle cars in this era before the greenies came along to kill these classics. This third generation 3.4L DOHC engine will produce about 235 raw horsepower to raise the hairs on the back of your neck.

6. The Six Pack

The six pack, aptly named for its triple play, 2 barrel carb setup is one of Chrysler's baddest street rods ever made. It might be quite difficult sourcing this mid 1960's power plant, which was capable of hitting 275 horsies right out of the box, but well worth the effort if you are a big fan of Chrysler. This small block 340 cu in 5.6L was found in the Challenger TA among others that were known for their glory on the drag strip. You won't be disappointed in the transformation this one will give your SC300.

7. The Hellcat

So you want to give em' hell? You have to grab a hold of this beast. Whatever manipulating, torching and cutting you have to do to your beloved SC300 to squeeze this monster into your bay is well worth the tears, pain and the loss of certain digits. This 6.4 L 376.3 cu in Hemi engine will tear up the pavement at 525 HP. Who wouldn't want to sit behind that?

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