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?
Reviving Glory: The 7-Year Restoration Journey of Subaru Impreza WR Car by Prodrive
The Tokyo Auto Salon was held from January 12 to 14, 2024. Aion Racing Service specializes in manufacturing competition vehicles, while WISESQUARE sells lightweight parts and aero parts, and also participates in drifting competitions. This Subaru "Impreza" was displayed across the booths of these two companies.
Crafting Classics: The Jimny-Based Willys MB
The "Jeep Jamboree" held in September 2023 at the foot of Mt. Fuji gathered unique jeeps and owners with plenty of charm. In this issue, we introduce a replica of the original Jeep, thought to be the "Willys MB," but built on the basis of the Suzuki Jimny.
Reviving Legends: How Students Crafted the Nissan 12th Gen ‘Skyline’ into the ‘Super Silhouette Police
At the Tokyo Auto Salon 2024 held at Makuhari Messe from January 12 to 14, 2024, the "Super Silhouette Police" was displayed at the WiZ International Information Engineering Automobile College booth in Fukushima Prefecture. Let us report the details to you.
Evolution of Enthusiasm: From Dream to Real Nissan R35 GT-R
There are a certain number of users who are enjoying their second life after acquiring their dream car because they have "finished raising their children and have a break". Mr. Koji Hikita, a 35 GT-R owner whom we met at the "Kyushu GT-R Meeting 2023", is one such person. He told us, "My life is so much more fulfilling now! "
Breaking Boundaries: The Story Behind Endless’ High-Performance Caliper Kit for Toyota’s Alphard/Vellfire
A surprise at the Endless booth at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2024, held January 12-14, 2024, was the display of the current 40-series Toyota Vellfire. This was probably the first time a minivan was displayed at the Endless booth at the Auto Salon.
Craftsmanship of Control: The RAYS gramLIGHTS 57NR in Competitive Drifting
Wheels play an important role in motorsports. Especially in drifting competitions, the tires go in a different direction from the straight-ahead direction, so the wheels need to have appropriate countermeasures. Rays' "gram LIGHTS 57NR" is a model developed to aim for the top in drifting competitions. We will introduce the particulars of this model.
Pioneering Luxury: The Nissan Leopard – Leading the Charge in High-End Personal Cars
The first generation Nissan F30 "Leopard" was a representative of the high-end personal cars that appeared in 1980. The owner of the F30 Leopard, Mr. "Kazupon," recalls his youth when he admired the Leopard, which was the pioneer of high-end cars at the time, and the urge to drive it led him to purchase it. He enjoys tinkering with old cars in a style that keeps the feel of the time.
Preserving Legacy: A Deep Dive into the Original Nissan Skyline 2000GT
A serious problem for the old car community these days is soaring prices. For fans of old cars, not only are used cars becoming harder to find, but there are fewer and fewer in good condition, which is not a good thing. Mr. Hiraishi has been searching for a "Hakosuka" for many years and obtained a highly original Nissan "Skyline 2000GT". What kind of modification is unique to Hakosuka fans?
Preserving Tradition: Inside the Originality of the Nissan Skyline 2000GT
Nissan's 3rd generation C10 Skyline, commonly known as "Hakosuka” is such a popular car that it is no exaggeration to say that every old car enthusiast yearns for one. Mr. Yamamoto has been longing for such a Hakosuka and finally got his wish to own a Nissan "Skyline 2000GT" as his car. Why did he dare to choose this car with stock specifications?
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.
Shift of Preference: Choosing the New Defender Over a Jeep
At the Land Rover Defender gathering, which attracts many unique vehicles, we spoke to one of the owners of the new Defender 110 about his car. Owner Mr. "Oaty" used to drive a Jeep Grand Cherokee for about 10 years, so why did he decide to switch?
Journey of Influence: Why Japanese Ford Enthusiasts Choose Fiesta ST-2 After Importer’s Exit
European Ford Meeting (EFM) 2023 was held at Hamanako Garden Park South Rotary in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture. This was the 8th EFM, although the event had to be canceled due to the Corona disaster. This issue introduces the Ford Fiesta ST-2, which took part in the event.
