Quest Fulfilled: The 20-Year Journey to Acquire a Nissan Gazelle
Did you know that the sibling of the Nissan S110 "Silvia" was the "Gazelle"? Here is the story of the owner, Mr. Sarutani, who has been searching for a turbo model of such a Gazelle for 20 years and finally obtained it. What kind of car is this model that he has admired since he was in junior high school?
Interview with STI’s New President: The BRZ Developer’s New Role at STI
Mr. Hiromi Tamou, the new president of STI, is a key person in the development of the first-generation BRZ. In this interview, we asked him what he would like to do at STI in his new position. He is a car enthusiast who says, "The response to the steering wheel is what is important," so we have high expectations for new developments.
Spirit of Microcars: A Deep Dive into the World of Mitsuoka K-3 Enthusiasts
As they say, "The Germans invented the car, the French turned it into a business, and the British play with it", and in the field of cars, Britain has long been a major hobby nation. One of the unique British car hobby cultures is the 'kit car' genre. So when you hear the word 'kit car', you first think of the UK, the home of the genre, but of course it is not exclusive to that country. In Japan, Mitsuoka Motor, well-known for its small cars, also sold kit cars.
Revving Up Commutes: A Rare Glimpse into the Honda ‘Life Light Van’
The Life Light Van is a derivative model of the Honda Life. This light van model is a rare vehicle with very few units produced. The owner, who uses such a Life Light Van for commuting, also owns several other Honda 360cc vehicles. What kind of a luxurious old car life is this?
Elements of Customizing :The Mitsubishi Triton with KUHL’s KRUISE Aero Kit
20Check out the vehicles of interest at the Hokuriku Custom Car Show held on July 27-28, 2012. In this issue, we will introduce a new aero system to enhance the image of the Mitsubishi "Triton" just released by KUHL (KUHL), famous for its aero parts.
Evolution of Elegance: How One Daihatsu Tanto Custom Redefined Bold Car Modifications
Kenta Suzuki, a Daihatsu Tanto Custom driver, encountered at the "King of K-Car Meeting vol. 9" held at Okayama International Circuit on June 9, 2024. Mr. Suzuki came from Narita City, Chiba Prefecture, to participate in this event to win the "KING OF K-CAR," a competition to determine the best custom mini car in Japan. The form of the car was more courageous, dignified, and confident without losing the stock style.
Power of Passion: How a 1936 Chevrolet Became the Ultimate DIY Camper
Jun Ito, a prewar American commercial vehicle, customized a 1936 Chevrolet 1/2-ton pickup into a comfortable overnight car through DIY. That alone is amazing, but the tin-roofed domed camping shell is reminiscent of a former U.S. Army barracks, and the whole thing was tailored with the perfect concept of recreating a covered wagon from a nostalgic western movie. We spoke with the owner, who was full of ideas.
Craft of Passion: The Art of Customizing a 86 GR SPORT with a Unique Touch
At the "Gunma Sonic" held at G Messe Gunma on July 6, 2024. About 200 GR86 & 86 & BRZ cars gathered at the "Gunma Sonic" held at G-Messe Gunma on July 6, 2012. We found a simple but very beautiful Toyota "86 GR SPORT" at the event. We interviewed the owner, Mr. Futatsuka.
Legacy of Precision: A Father and Son’s Shared Love for the GT-R
The “RAYS Fan Meeting” held at Fuji Speedway in 2024 was again filled with cars with new and old RAYS wheels and their owners from all over Japan. Among the approximately 700 cars that participated in the event, we would like to introduce the Nissan R33 “Skyline GT-R” which was created by a prestigious store.
The Discipline of Dedication: 7 Years of Competing with a Suzuki Alto
The "Tohoku 660 Series" is a race contested by new standard NA engine-equipped kei-cars and other vehicles. Many motorsports enthusiasts, from students to seasoned veterans, enjoy these races. In this issue, we will introduce a veteran driver who has been involved in motorsports activities for over 30 years and his favorite car, the Suzuki Alto.
Pursuit of Nostalgia: The Outdoor VW Camper Lifestyle in Full Swing
Let's Chill Out! (Let's Chill Out), held June 1-2, 2024 at the National Musashi Hills Park in Saitama Prefecture, is a new style of car show and auto camping event centered on outdoor and custom cars. The event was the center of attention at the event. The site that attracted the most attention was a classic Volkswagen Type 2 camper, towing a camping trailer. We asked the owner, an advanced outdoorsman, to give us a closer look at his vehicle.
Journey of Restoration: The Iconic DR30 Skyline RS and Its Enthusiast
Nissan's 6th generation DR30 "Skyline RS", nicknamed "Tekkamen", is "Mameshiba RS's" favorite car. The early DR30 model was named "Newman Skyline" because it featured actor Paul Newman in its commercials, and the late model was named "Tekkamen" because of its distinctive grille-less design and thin headlights.
Legacy of Legends: Crafting a True Racing Replica of the Hakosuka GT-R
Since its shocking debut, the Nissan "Skyline 2000GT-R," the first generation equipped with the "S20" special engine, has taken the racing world by storm with its "glorious 50 wins" strength. Legendary drivers such as Motoharu Kurosawa and Kunimitsu Takahashi led the machine, which is still called "Hakosuka" and is still a legend, to racing glory. Concerning such legendary machines and racers, we asked the owner of a Hakoska GT-R racer replica to introduce his favorite car.
Taming of Power: Ferrari’s SF90 XX Spider on the Streets of France
Based on the Ferrari SF90, the top range of catalog models, the "Circuit Model" can also be driven on public roads. We test-drove its open-top model, the "SF90 XX Spider," on public roads in France. How does this limited edition model, which has been developed with the ultimate in circuit performance, perform on public roads?
Freedom of Versatility: The Ideal Daily Porsche 911 Dakar
We tested the Porsche 911 Dakar, which has been tailored to be a "rally car" with its increased ride height and special suspension, over a long distance from Tokyo to Kyoto. With its high minimum ground clearance, it is easy to drive in town, and its driving performance is on par with the standard model.
Sophistication of Space: Lexus LM’s Latest 3-Row Addition
The long-awaited three-row, six-passenger "Version L" has been added to the Lexus LM luxury minivan. Developed with an emphasis on creating a relaxing interior environment that respects the personal touch of the occupants, Version L will be priced at 15 million yen, 5 million yen less than the "Executive" version.
