But if you want big power, you'll need the 2.5-liter turbocharged engine from a Subaru WRX STI. One such Beetle just showed up on eBay, and it looks about perfect. eBay/quick108 The auction ...

Have you ever heard of the Speedhunters VW Beetle? Yeah, this is it, the coolest combination between classic VW looks and modern racing technology. Adonis, the owner, builder and VW enthusiast ...

No matter, we’re happy to see the good ol’ Beetle is still getting its due ... liter engine making over 350 horsepower yanked from a Subaru WRX STI. As you might imagine, this little bugger ...

So imagine what this Beetle feels like packing at least 282-hp with a 2.0L turbocharged, boxer Subaru WRX STi engine ... an interesting choice of engine swap donor and donee.