REAL CAR CULTURE

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REAL CAR CULTURE

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Precision of Detail: How One Owner Transformed a Rare Toyota Aqua G’s

Toyota "Aqua G's" of Mr. "Yuhi" (25 years old) is a masterpiece that was skillfully created with air suspension to achieve a landing style while creating an overall sense of formality and massive atmosphere and was finished in gunmetal body color. Let's take a look at the full picture.

Legacy of Transformation: From 18R-G to 152E in a Classic Toyota Celica

At the "SWAP & MEET in Myoko" event, which was held for the first time, we spotted a Toyota "Celica" with screw-on wide fenders. We talked to the owner, Mr. Kazuo Yoshikawa, and found that it was a special spec Celica equipped with the rare 152E engine.

Evolution of Emotion: The Unique Styling of Toyota Verossa

The Verossa was introduced in July 2001 as the successor to the Toyota Chaser and Cresta. It inherited the "luxury personal sedan" of the Cresta, but with a bold body design and styling. Let us look back again at what kind of car it was.

Essence of Control: Optimizing a Toyota 86 for Circuit Joyrides

A wide variety of cars from different genres participated in a driving event held by TRIAL, a long-established tuning store in Osaka, at Okayama International Circuit in the spring of 2024. The red-bodied Toyota "86" has traveled about 45,000 km since Mr. Yamaji purchased it, but he only drives it to and from the race sessions and on the circuit. What kind of specifications does he enjoy driving on the circuit?

Rediscovering Legacy: Restoring the Toyota Toyoace to Glory

In Japan in the 1950s, the Toyota Toyoace took over the leading role of the light-duty truck from the autotricycle, which was the commercial vehicle of choice. The Toyoace, which was once commonplace and abundant on the streets, has become extremely rare as the number of remaining Toyoaces has drastically decreased with time. We asked Mr. Yamazaki, who found such a Toyoace at a store and rescued it after servicing it with his own hands, to introduce his beloved car.

Quest for Originality: Subtle Changes for a Standout GR86

The cool GR86 we found at the "Miyagi 86/BRZ Meeting," where 150 cars gathered, had been lowered just enough and fitted with special wheels. The key point is the US-spec front grille. The casual customization sets it apart from its rivals.

Elegance of Simplicity: Transforming a Prius with USDM Style

Japanese cars running in the U.S. have different specifications in minor details due to differences in laws and regulations. The customization to enjoy dressing up such American specifications is called USDM = North American specifications. Let us introduce you to the Toyota Prius, an attractive car with a casual dress-up style that incorporates such USDM style.

Evolution of Excellence: Reviving the Volk Mesh Legacy

Sports cars from a generation ago are still very popular. I think it is partly because they are rare, but many people seem to prefer the design of the cars of the time. The same is true for wheels, and it seems that neo-classic design wheels are becoming popular among recent dress-up users. In this issue, we would like to introduce some of the new and noteworthy wheels from Volk Racing.

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