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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.
Legacy of Love: Sharing a Classic Mitsubishi Minica F4 Across Generations
Mitsubishi kei-cars are among the rarest 360cc era cars that are rarely seen. One such Mitsubishi "Minica" of 1972, in the rare Super Deluxe model, was shown at the event by its female owner, Ms. "Ran". We asked the young owner about how she came to drive this car.
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.
Student-Built Legacy: How a Honda Civic RS Found Its Way Back Home
Honda Technical College graduate Mr. Tomohito Kawasaki's car is a 1975 Honda Civic RS. The car was built to participate in a rally in New Zealand while he was in school, and although he did not have the opportunity to drive it at the time, he later inherited it and now maintains it as its owner. The car was restored to its current state from nearly immobile under the previous owner.
Driving into History: The Evolution of Toyota MR-S, From MR2 Successor to Modern Classic
The Toyota MR2 was the first mass-produced production midship passenger car in Japan. The MR-S was introduced in 1999 as the successor to that model. The body was not a coupe, but an open type. A detachable hardtop was also available as an option. The price at the time was 1,680,000 yen for the B edition, making it an inexpensive and attractive car.
Legacy of Patience: A 33-Year Quest for a Classic Car
The Datsun "Fairlady" is the model from which the Nissan "Fairlady Z" originated. Among the many classic cars gathered in Okutama, we found a "Fairlady 2000". We asked the owner how he acquired this car, which was in superb condition with original paint and original interior.
Fusion of Functionality: From Military Jeep to Ultimate Camping Rig
The Jeep Jamboree, held in September 2023 at the Stackland Farm off-road course at the foot of Mt. Fuji, attracted unique Jeeps and owners with plenty of charm, from the old Willys "MB models" to Mitsubishi Jeeps and the latest Jeep Wranglers. This time, we hit a Mitsubishi Jeep with SDF specifications towing a trailer.
Reviving Vintage Glory: The Journey of a Yellow Honda S800 at the Honda Classic Meeting
The Honda S800 was the third model in the S series and was produced between January 1966 and May 1970. We spoke with students from Honda Technical College Kanto who participated in the "Honda Classic Meeting" where classic Honda cars gathered in yellow S80.
