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?
Legacy of Mark II: The Toyota Cressida and Its Role in American Car Culture
So-called "zoku-sha" or "gang style" cars are not so common in Japan anymore; many people probably miss them. However, this uniquely Japanese modification culture and the old car boom have attracted attention overseas and become very popular. Inspired by this Japanese modification culture, Javier Bandera, a resident of Los Angeles in the United States, owns a Toyota Cressida. We asked him to introduce us to this highly finished car, which has been thoroughly pursued to look as it did in its day.
Refinement of Simplicity: Perfecting the Balance Between Style and Practicality in a Daihatsu Kei
Even cars with genuine customization have many compromises made to keep costs down because they are mass-produced cars. Therefore, you may feel that something is missing or want to pursue even more coolness. The appeal of a Custom is that you can pursue your ideals and create a one-of-a-kind vehicle that is different from other cars. Amutan", a Daihatsu "Tanto Custom" driver introduced here, enjoys his customization in a mature atmosphere.
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.
Pursuit of Perfection: Fuel Efficiency Mastery in the Suzuki Alto
In May 2024, more than 200 Alto, Suzuki's proud light car flagship, were gathered at the "Arukusai Festival," where a wide variety of Alto models, old and new, in various styles and tweaks were on display. One of the most unique and customized cars was the "Fuel Economy Junkie Alto," as the owner himself called it. The tuning menu was full of surprises.
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 Balance of Work and Play: Restoring a Classic Mini Van for a New Chapter
"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 is a new style of car show and auto-camping event centered on outdoor and custom cars. There we found a fully aero-customized 1965 Austin "minivan", a classic "working car". Moreover, when we talked to the owner, we found that an unexpected part of the car had been digitized.
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.
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.
