OTHER-BRAND（Other Brand） Article List
Exclusive Insights: Turbocharged BMW M3 Showcase at TAS
A unique BMW E36 "M3" was spotted at the Trust booth at the Tokyo Auto Salon. In addition to its radically wide body style, the front-mounted intercooler was glimpsed through the front bumper. A peek into the engine compartment reveals a turbine set. We invite you to take a look to find out more about this intriguing car.
From ‘Ugly’ to Unforgettable: The Journey of a Single Alfa Romeo Giulia 1600 Super
Mr. Takanashi, an owner of an Alfa Romeo "Giulia 1600 Super", arrived at his current car about 10 years ago after a long history of hobby cars, including an Isuzu "117 Coupe", a "Mini Mk. I", an MG "Midget Mk. II" and a Porsche 930 "911".
Timeless Power: Discovering the Singular Ford Sierra RS Cosworth in Japan
The European Ford Meeting (EFM) 2023 was held at the Hamanako Garden Park South Rotary in Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture. This was the 8th EFM, although the event had to be cancelled due to the Corona disaster. About 50 old and new European Fords gathered on the day of the event, and among them we would like to introduce the Ford Sierra RS Cosworth.
From Italian Cars to British Icons: The Story of a Classic Car Enthusiast’s Return to Vanden Plas
"SWAP & MEET in Myoko” was held for the first time on April 20-21, 2024. This event is modeled after the style of swap meets held in Europe and the U.S. as a “baton passing place” for old owners to pass on their beloved cars to the next generation of young people, and we would like to introduce the Vanden Plas “Princess 1300,” which participated as a “pure display vehicle.
Art of Patience: Preserving an Aluminum Land Rover in Pristine Condition
The "SWAP & MEET in Myoko" was held for the first time from April 20-21, 2024, in Niigata Prefecture, a well-established resort known for skiing and camping. One vehicle seen at the newly launched event is the Land Rover "Series 1.
The Evolution of Adventure: From Toyota 86 to Jeep Wrangler
About three years ago, Ms. "horo@jl-hono" got her dream car, a 2020 Jeep Wrangler Sahara. Before getting this car, she was the owner of a Toyota 86 under the influence of her sports car-loving partner. When she gave up his 86, she bought a Wrangler. What is her passion for this car, which has been customized with a rugged image?
Dream of Ownership: Securing the World’s First Mid-Engine Sports Car
Historic car events are flourishing all over Japan these days, and in the high season of spring and fall, there are meetings and events of various sizes held in various places every weekend. Among such events, a fresh event is "SWAP & MEET in Myoko," which will be held for the first time. We spoke with Mr. Kazumitsu Kumakura, who participated in this event with his Djet, the last model of sports car under the René Bonnet name.
Legacy of Precision: How the BMW Isetta Echoes Japanese Traditional Craftsman
The cities of Tsubame and Sanjo in Niigata Prefecture have developed as a sacred place for the metalworking industry, first as a forge during the Edo period, and since the modern era, utilizing that tradition. Mr. Tomoyuki Kobayashi, who runs a long-established manufacturing company in such an area, was attracted to the BMW Isetta.
