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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.
Reviving American Classics: The Journey with a 1947 Chevrolet Fleetline and Harley
The Chevrolet "Fleetline" debuted in the year the Pacific War began. Due to the war that halted the development of passenger cars for civilian use, the 1947 model owned by Mr. Kobayashi is a reproduction of a prewar model, although it is a postwar car. We take a deeper look into the owner's love of American cars and American culture, including Route 66.
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.
Pride of Patina: Embracing the Wear on a Suzuki Fronte
We found a Suzuki Fronte 360 that looks different from shiny, polished historic cars. The owner, Mr. Machida, entrusted this car, which had been immobilized by an acquaintance, to us because it was too much for him to handle. The Fronte was not in concour condition. Is there a reason for this?
Story of Survival: A Datsun 1000’s 50-Year Restoration Journey
The 210 Nissan Datsun 1000, equipped with an Austin-derived engine, was the car that brought the Datsun name to worldwide recognition. The owner, Mr. Kanoya, acquired the Datsun 1000 more than 50 years ago, restored it, and has maintained it diligently. We asked him about the story of his beloved car, which was the veteran owner's first car of his own.
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.
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.
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.
