What was the reason for the air suspension set-up?

Ichiraku’s car, which he built out of respect for such a special machine, is not strictly speaking a full replica of the car in the film. The special parts for the Eclipse, which is now an old car, are now almost obsolete, with only a small number being traded at present. Therefore, the model was built as close to the Brian O’Connor specification as possible.

The livery is signal green with Vinalgraphics sponsor stickers applied about the car in the film, and the front bumper, side steps, and rear bumper are fitted with a KRC body kit. As a more developed model, it is fitted with wide wings to match the current car.

Also, to match the wings, the wheels are custom-made models made with the help of Super Plus. Not only the size but also the design of the discs were specially ordered for this car.

As for the suspension, a standard air suspension is set up and can be raised or lowered as required. In reality, we would have preferred to stick to the raw suspension with a coilover kit installed, but since this car is used mainly for events with almost no daily driving, we decided that the air suspension would be more convenient for transport and loading.

In the play, the car is shot at by a machine gun and explodes, but if it had remained without being wrecked, it would surely have developed into this kind of custom ……. It was with these thoughts that Ichiraku proceeded with the customization of this Eclipse. And along with that thought, there is also the hope that the late Paul Walker, who played the role of Brian O’Connor, will not be forgotten.

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The FUELFEST in 2024 will feature a replica of the character in the film, and even a real one (!?). The FUELFEST will be held in 2024 and will also feature a replica of the car from the film and a surprise appearance by the real thing (?). Why not enjoy a day of “The Fast & Furious”?

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