DC2 Recaro

Brutal tractor. Too bad Mugen doesn’t produce 30+ inched rims, they would suit perfectly :)

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R35 GTR fun on snow

Kids must have fun, but don’t try this at home.

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Oldschool CR-X

Mugenized first generation of legendary CR-X (1984-1987) with Mugen MR5 rims. Another legendary Honda that made name to Honda Co.

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Audi A1 Competition Line and Accessories

The Competition Line is a superb new range of options, dedicated to the new Audi A1. Options will be available to order from factory, or as a retro-fit accessory that can be fitted here at our centre.

The Audi A1 offers owners an exciting opportunity to personalise their cars – both inside and out – which is why a full compliment of accessories will also be available from launch, that fully compliment the unique design of the A1.

Factory Fitted Competition Line
There will be two competition line packages, exterior and interior, which offer the ultimate sports styling for the A1. The double-blade roof spoiler is also available as a separate option. Both packages are currently only available with the Sport trim level.

Exterior Package
The exterior styling package includes a body-kit that enhances the stance of the car, a striking double-blade roof spoiler, chrome tailpipe trims and 17" bi-colour alloy wheels. The full package is available from factory for £1,950. The double-blade spoiler is also available separately for £395.

Interior Package
The interior styling package brings together co-ordinated items from the competition line accessory range to give an even sportier feel to the A1’s cabin. The package includes exclusive competition line door handles, rear-view mirror, centre console trim, carpet mats, and air vent covers in high-gloss white. This complete package is available at a cost of £425.

Retro-fit Accessories
All items of the competition kit are available as retro-fit items to be fitted at our centre. If the competition kit is not for you, then you will also be able to change other elements of the car. These include air vent covers and even the colouring of the leather steering wheel and gear-lever gaitors.

Audi Sport Livery
The Audi Sport livery seen on the Geneva show car (see below), is being developed into a full accessory set that will be available to order next summer. This show car looks fantastic and highlights Audi’s sporting pedigree. The livery is based on that seen on the earliest Audi quattro rally cars, including one fittingly code-named ‘A1’.

Here at Poole Audi, we are very excited about the Audi A1. If you share our excitement and would like more information, call 01202 775050 or e-mail chris.ryu@oceanautomotive.co.uk

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The Audi Q7 gets added Vorsprung

Vorsprung durch Technik, roughly translated means advancement through technology. This has been the tag-line of Audi for some time, but to Audi it is not just a tag-line, it is an entire way of thinking. The trick to Vorsprung is staying one step ahead of the competition and to keep developing even when something is the best in its class.

Today, in true Audi style, several enhancements have been made to the Audi Q7 line-up. Fuel consumption has been reduced by up to 19% and CO2 emissions have been reduced by up to 55 g/km. Most of the changes involve switching to smaller, supercharged engines to provide the same power, but much greener and some improvements are made possible by the introduction of a new 8 speed automatic gear-box.

The most popular 3.0TDI engine has also been changed this week. This new engine is 20kg lighter and is fitted with technology including start-stop to further improve on the cars green credentials. This car now boasts a combined fuel consumption of 38.2mpg and has CO2 emissions of only 195g/km, placing it in the same tax band as much smaller cars including the 1.8-litre Toyota Avensis.

So, how does this compare with our competitors? The chart below shows a comparison between the Audi Q7 and our rivals the Mercedes ML and the BMW X5.


If you would like to find out more information on the new Q7 enhancements, contact our sales team on 01202 775050 or e-mail chris.ryu@oceanautomotive.co.uk

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Takata green CE28N Volks & S2K

Yellow beauty with Takata Green CE28N Volk rims posing just for you. Honda should reconsider about stop producing S2000, they’re just too beautiful and unique! The last RWD Honda that was left. It lasted in production for 10 years without competition in it’s class. Rumors have been saying something about designing new S2000 with V6 engine… but even if they were 100% true, it would never be the same good old S2K.

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What is Vorsprung Durch Technik?

Roughly translated it means advancement through technology, but here is a better translation...



To experience true Vorsprung, call Poole Audi on 01202 775050

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Audi A1 Service Plan – 5 Years Servicing For Only £250!

We are all excited about the new Audi, the Audi A1. It was voted the most exciting car of 2010 before it was even unveiled and this is for good reason. Audi are renowned for a high build quality and great interiors. This makes owning an Audi, very desirable, resulting in high-retained values and therefore making it hard for volume car buyers to experience the fastest growing premium brand. Until now!

The Audi A1 will revolutionise the way we look at small cars. Its biggest rival (technically its smallest), the BMW Mini has proved that small cars can be fun and exciting, but it comes at a price. The boot of the Mini is just too small for even the most experienced light-packer and the rear seats are really just for show – or for any bags that were unable to fit in the boot. This is an area where the new Audi differs. The boot of the Audi has a more practical 267 litres of space – granted not enough for the family’s Great Dane, but plenty enough for normal use and double that of the Mini convertible. Add to this, split folding rear seats as standard and a full size hatch back opening and the total boot space is actually 920 Litres, enough to take the dog to the vets and actually the same amount of room as the new Vauxhall Meriva MPV with both back seats folded down – now that is practicality! What’s more, a grown adult can get comfortable behind the wheel and then there is still enough room to get in the back seat without comedy contortion.

The interior is Audi through-and-through, with innovative new features that remind us what Vorsprung durch Technik really means (click here if you are not sure) and an endless list of customisable parts.

My advice to anyone looking to buy the next big thing from Audi, look at finance!

This car is hot property and as with anything in demand, used prices are sure to stay high, with people desperate to get hold of one, putting you in a great position at the end of your agreement. Maintenance is something that you will not have to worry about either, as Audi have today announced that they will offer 5 years servicing for only £250!

This amazing plan is based on the new Audi longlife service regime, but those who prefer the more traditional ‘fixed servicing’ regime can pay an extra £200 to include the extra services.

The benefits to you include:

• Convenience and affordability: servicing costs are taken care of by one affordable payment so there are no service bills to plan for. A courtesy car or collection and delivery service is also provided during every service*


• Comprehensive coverage – all scheduled servicing is taken care of, including brake fluid for five years or 60,000 miles (whichever occurs sooner)


• Full Audi service history for a car cared for by Audi experts, which not only means quality workmanship and a two-year warranty on parts and labour, but can help protect re-sale value


• The A1 Service Plan can be transferred to the new owner if a Service Plan customer sells his/her A1 before the five years/50,000 mile limit has been reached

The Audi A1 is available for ordering and the order-books are filling up fast. To reserve your place, call 01202 775050 or e-mail chris.ryu@oceanautomotive.co.uk

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350Z & TE37 Volks

Just some random pictures of Nissan 350Z on Volk TE37 rims with polished edges.

I’m having a lack of time these days due to holidays and birthday celebration, so better times will come for JDM RACING BLOG soon. :D  have fun.

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Ferrari 458 Italia 2011

The 458 Italia is the latest incarnation of the mid rear engine Berlin Etta.

The new model is a synthesis of style and passion characteristics for which Italy.

Ferrari chose to add the name of its homeland to the traditional figure representing the displacement.



This is particularly evident in the speed and precision with which the car responds to driver inputs. Once again, input from Michael Schumacher who was involved from the very start of the 458 Italia.

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Mercedes SLR McLaren

Mercedes SLR McLaren



The Mercedes SLR McLaren enhances the 1950s SLR racing models with innovative and creative technology. At a cost of about $495,000, this front engine, 2-door convertible is produced at McLaren's Formula one factory.

The fuel economy range of the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is 11 mpg Hwy. Powered by an AMG V8 compressor engine delivering 617 BHP.

The top speed of the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is 207 mph. As well, this high performance roadster will accelerate from zero to sixty in 3.8 seconds.

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STI almost runs drives spectators

What a luck, WRC championship sometimes reminds on Group B championship, when scenes like that were on every race. Really lucky spectators, they got driver’s dirt signature all over themselves! That’s a bad side of racing…

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Wingless EVO IX

Stock Lancer EVO IX with hot Advan RG rims. White rims on white EVO, something to wet dream about.

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Porsche Panamera

Porsche has announced the addition of the V6 powered Panamera. The V6 powered Panamera models, which will be unveiled at the Beijing Motor Show in April, are powered by a 300-hp 3.6L V6 mated to the seven-speed PDK dual clutch gearbox.



The Porsche Panamera is going to start at $74,400 and $78,900, respectively.

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In memorial of Atsushi Kuroi

Tribute video to drifting legend Kuori-san, who has tragically passed away in February this year due to motorcycle crash.

Atsushi lived to race, driving in WRC was his primary dream, but some circumstances made him fall in love in drifting scene. He competed in D1GP championship since beginning of it in 2001. Being a Drift king in many people’s eyes, he made impression with his style anywhere he drove.

Another video Atsushi Kuori in D1GP action with S13 Silvia. Amazing angle, reminds on Kawabata's drifting angle.

R.I.P.Kuori-san

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The new A8 LWB and W12

The new A8 LWB and the new A8 LWB W12 bring a new level of luxury to the D segment. They are 130mm longer than the standard A8 and all of that extra length enhances the opulent rear-seat passenger space. First deliveries are due in December 2010.

New A8 LWB

The new A8L’s wheelbase and rear doors are longer to allow for easier access to the rear of the car.

Equipment
Standard equipment in addition to that on the standard A8
· 130mm of extra legroom in the rear
· Heated outer rear seats
· Electric rear window blind and electric side blinds
· 4-zone deluxe climate control
· Electric slide-and-tilt sunroof

The A8L costs just £3,880 more than the standard car – a £510 increase over the outgoing model that is easily offset by the efficiency of the new A8’s engines, the rear heated seats, the addition of the sunroof, the improved 4-zone climate control and the electric rear side blinds.

The new A8L has a range of truly luxurious optional extras, such as a panoramic sunroof (see image), a fridge, an executive rear seat (see image) and an extended rear centre console (see image). The full list of options will be published in the updated brochure during July 2010, for more information make sure to contafct us.

A8 LWB W12

The new A8 W12 quattro is the true flagship for the Audi range, combining luxury and performance like no other car in the class.

Equipment
The A8L W12 has a wealth of extra standard equipment over that on the SE Executive LWB models, including:
· 19-inch 15-spoke design alloy wheels
· Comfort front seats
· Individual electrically adjustable outer rear seats
· Extended leather pack plus
· Power door closure
· Twin pane UV and heat insulating glass
· All-LED headlights
· Mobile phone prep high with privacy handset and online services
· CD/DVD Changer
· BOSE® surround system

Audi’s engineers have extensively re-worked the existing 6.0 W12 engine to give an increased capacity of 6.3 litres, offer more power (from 450PS to 500PS), add FSI technology and improve efficiency.

Styling features
Subtle visual details distinguish the A8 L W12 quattro from the other new A8s. The single-frame radiator grille with integral grid structure has a high-gloss black paint finish and special chromed horizontal bars. The air inlets also have newly-designed chrome inserts, and the exterior mirrors have new chrome applications. W12 badges feature on the front single-frame grille and the rear of the car. The exhaust system has two trapezoidal-pattern tailpipe trims neatly integrated into the rear bumper.

The W12 will open for ordering towards the end of July. For more information, or to register your interest, please call 01202 775050 or e-mail chris.ryu@oceanautomotive.co.uk

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R8 Spyder TV commercial airs today

Our new television commercial ‘Beauty and the Beasts’ will air for the first time today. The advert showcases the new R8 Spyder, our stunning V10-powered high performance sportscar.

‘Beauty and the Beasts’ is visually spectacular – it features 28 extraordinarily beastlike and clumsy cars, which contrast with the elegance and beauty of the R8 Spyder. The film, shot in London’s ExCel centre, uses the UK’s most skilled high-precision drivers and was created almost entirely from camera with very little CGI.

The film ends with the line “Mirror, Signal, Outmanoeuvre.”, which is a reference to the Spyder’s Audi Space Frame and magnetic dampers that give it the agility and poise to outmanoeuvre the ‘beast’ cars.

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Poole Audi Direct Reception

Introducing Direct Reception, a revolutionary new service from your local Audi dealership. Using the latest in audio and video technology, customers are able to get involved and interested in the process of having their car serviced.

While your car is with us, you are given the option of taking a seat at a PC in our waiting area and the system will supply you with live footage of your car, taken from the technicians ‘Audicam’ mounted to his custom made jacket. A service advisor will be on hand to answer any questions you may have, while you watch the technician at work and communicate via a two-way radio system. This also gives you an opportunity to find out first hand, what skill and attention to detail is given to each and every service. Our Audi trained technicians will explain what (and why) they are checking components and can actually show you the work that needs to be done.

What better way for us to showcase the skill and standards of our work, then to allow you to experience them first hand.

This new service goes live in just a few days. To book your service and become one of the first to experience this new innovative service, please call 01202 775050.

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The TT gets a facelift – Audi TT 2011 Model Year

Audi designers have risen to the challenge of enhancing the much-loved Audi TT for the 2011 model year, creating a new generation that combines styling refinements with enhanced efficiency technology. These advancements include a newly adopted 2.0-litre TFSI engine, which improves fuel economy by up to 14 per cent.

The upgraded 2.0 TFSI 211PS petrol engine is the technological highlight in the latest range, employing new Audi technology to improve power, torque and overall efficiency compared with the 200PS version it replaces. It enables the TT to achieve 0-62mph in 6.1 seconds – 0.5 seconds quicker than its predecessor - and raises its top speed from 149mph to 152mph. Even more impressively, it boosts economy potential from 36.7mpg in the combined cycle to 42.8mpg, and reduces CO2 emissions from 183g/km to 154g/km.

New energy recuperation
The gains made possible by this new Audi Valvelift system are complimented by a recuperation system which recovers energy during braking and coasting. A ground breaker in the sports car sector, the TT 2.0 TDI continues to set the efficiency standard, achieving up to 53.3mpg in the combined cycle test and only emits 139 grams of CO2/km. With 170PS and 350 Nm of torque, the high-tech common rail injection engine powers the TT from 0-62mph in 7.5 seconds and on to 140mph. The 2.0 TDI is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox and comes with quattro all-wheel drive as standard, allowing the driver to fully utilise the high-torque output of the engine.

The renowned S tronic dual clutch transmission is also available as an option for the new 2.0 TFSI. This transmission switches between its six gears with virtually no interruption to the supply of power to the wheels, either fully automatically or manually. Manual shifts can be made using the optional paddles on the steering wheel, or by the re-designed gearknob.

New Sport button
Another new development that will please sporting drivers can also be incorporated at extra cost in conjunction with Audi magnetic ride. The Sport button, which has been a standard feature of the TT RS since launch and now becomes available as an option for all other models, allows the driver to alter the throttle pedal response (in manual versions), the weight of the steering and the engine note.

Subtle enhancements inside and out
Combining aluminium and steel content in a 58% to 42% ratio that favours optimal weight distribution, the ‘standard’ version of the lightweight TT body now displays a more striking front bumper design with deeper air intakes based on the look that was previously reserved for S line versions. New alloy wheel designs are available to compliment the new look and a rear diffuser adopted from S line versions adds even more sporting emphasis. 2011 Model Year TT models will also be more distinct thanks to five new metallic and pearl effect paint options.

Audi TT S-line
S line models adopt an even sportier look than ever before through a new bumper and grille design which closely resembles the look of the TTS in its familiar current form and which is further enhanced by standard xenon headlamps with LED daytime running lights. Notable features also include deeper TTS-style side sills and a new platinum grey diffuser at the rear. The TTS now takes a more serious sporting stance with a new front bumper design featuring horizontal aluminium look double bars which also extend down to the fog light surrounds and a new look rear bumper.

Interior changes
Widely regarded as the benchmark for quality of finish, the interior features new aluminium trims for the steering wheel, the centre console and the door inserts. This, coupled with a new high gloss finish for switches, trims and air vents, mean that the interior now looks even more distinctive than previous models.

Specification levels
The specification range now been simplified. A ‘Standard’ trim level is now reserved solely for the TT Roadster 1.8 TFSI and at extra cost this can be upgraded to Sport or S line specification. All other versions of the Coupe and Roadster (excluding the TTS and TT RS) begin at Sport level and can be upgraded to S line.

Onboard computer with new efficiency program
Another key efficiency boosting measure can also be found in the cockpit, where a new efficiency program within the onboard computer displays all consumption-related data on the central display and gives the driver tips for efficient driving. A gear-change indicator also indicates the optimal gear for fuel-efficient driving, while another function provides information on which vehicle systems, such as the climate control system, are consuming energy and how that affects fuel consumption.

The Audi TTS and the Audi TT RS
The Audi TTS, both in Coupe and Roadster forms, combines outstanding performance with an equally high degree of comfort. It’s extensively modified 2.0 TFSI engine pumps out 272PS and 350 Nm of torque, accelerating the TTS Coupe with S-tronic gearbox from 0-62mph in 5.2 seconds and yet still achieves up to 36.7mpg. The dynamic spearhead of the TT model series is the TT RS, which is also available as a Coupe or a Roadster. It’s turbocharged 2.5-litre 5-cylinder engine creates an incredible 340PS and rockets the car from 0 to 62mph in only 4.6 seconds. A manual six-speed short-shift transmission currently channels power to the quattro permanent all-wheel drive, but later in 2010 a newly developed version of the S tronic twin-clutch transmission will also be offered as an option. The compact layout of the new seven-speed, dual-clutch transmission makes it suitable for mounting sideways in the Audi TT and works in combination with the quattro all-wheel drive system.
Equipped with S-tronic, the TT RS Coupe will soon be able to launch from 0-62mph in 4.4 seconds – even quicker than the manual transmission version.

Ordering
The new 2011 model year Audi TT will open for ordering later this month, with first customer deliveries taking place in July 2010.

Don’t want to wait?
We are expecting the waiting lists to rise once again and with limited stock available of 2010 models, you would be best to act quickly before they are all gone. Sadly the S-Line Special Editions, complete with a whole host of extras, including Titanium finish alloy wheels and Bluetooth, are being removed from ordering. We are lucky enough to have been able to source a few of the last remaining Special Editions and these offer a saving of over £1,000.

For more information, call 01202 775050 or email chris.ryu@oceanautomotive.co.uk

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WRC EVO IX jump

Mitsubishi EVO IX flying through air. Spectacular jump by Aleksandr Saluk from Ukraine happened this weekend on WRC Rallly Turkey. Amazing how well WRC monsters are built, imagine this action with any stock car, they would definitely crash into pieces. But amazingly WRC EVO survives and carries it on with only 3 wheels left. Mitsubishi Lancer EVO 3WD, something you haven’t seen yet.

Don’t try this at home like these people flying with Subaru.

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2006 Yes Roadster 3.2 Car

Roadster 3.2 Turbo the concept was taken one-step further: an especially developed rear wing spoiler assures the necessary down force, to bring 355 HP safely onto the street.



The »YES Roadster 3.2 Turbo« is a driving machine that relocates limits. The person driving it has to be capable of accelerating 930 kg in 3.9 seconds to 100 km/h. it is a balancing act between dominating and being dominated. The power is transferred unaltered onto the streets. This is what requires the Turbo driver utter concentration. An experience you will never forget.

The interior is the human-machine interface. This is where the driver takes the command, feels the direct contact to the street, navigates and controls the instruments.



The high-strength aluminum-space-frame takes care of the passive safety. In addition, driver and passenger are protected by optional air bags if necessary.



With variable camshaft settings, the renowned V6 four-valve engine equipped with 3,189 cm3 of engine, displacement in the naturally aspirated as well as in the turbo version combined with a max. Torque already at 2,001 1/min has virtually an easy job with the 890 and 930 kg respectively of the »YES! Roadster 3.2 and 3.2 Turbo In doing so, the fuel consumptive on is only at eight, two and nine, 3 liter respectively on 100 km in the so-called combined fuel consumption.



A 6-speed-manual transmission or alternatively the 5-speed-automatic transmission together with a lengthwise build in power train takes care of the power transmission onto the rear wheels. A rather low shifting effort and precise, short shifting travels allow fast and exact gear changes.



Ventilated brake discs on the front axle as well as on the rear axle provide a maximum deceleration and a well-balanced braking power - also during a continuous run. 4-piston fixed calipers onto the brake discs transfer the braking power.



The pedal force is transferred directly in favor of a superior pedal feel, optionally supported by a Multi-Channel ABS-system which is directly derived from racing.

In addition to the usual high level of passive safety, full-size driver's and passenger's airbags are available for the »YES! Just in case.



We want you to enjoy it as often as possible: open driving. Therefore, we have also found space in the YES. Optional and mostly for the cold season is the new hardtop - easily and quickly assembled the YES! Roadster turns into a coupe!

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Bentley Mulsanne

Bentley Mulsanne



Bentley Mulsanne new 505 hp flagship offers a Drive Dynamics Control system comes with three standard modes (Bentley, Sport and Comfort) and a forth custom mode, allowing the driver to configure the Mulsanne to a personal driving style. This customization philosophy extends to the exterior, with a 114 exterior paint choices and a personalized keyless entry system. The price ranges from $224,000 for the regular model to $264,000 for the long-wheelbase model.

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Blastolene B 702 Car

Blastolene B-702



It was built by the Blastolene Brothers, two ex-glass blowers who live in Grants Pass and have some ideas about cars. You can see their glass blowing influence in the glass grille of the Blastolene B-702. There are a couple more pictures of the car, including the engine compartment, at the Barrett Jackson website and at the Blastolene website (along with their other creations).

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Lamborghini Gallardo Reiter

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Highway Skylines

Nice photoshoped picture, Skylines taking down the highway. Bosses in front of course:)

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End of Honda Type R FD2

Rumors came true. Honda Motors Company announced end of manufacturing one of the best FWD NA cars on the planet, Civic FD2 Type R. Low mileage and high gasoline prices are claiming their tax in car industry and CTR is reaching it’s end after 13 years and 3 generations of Civic.

Production will end by the end of this summer, for now it will only effect Japanese FD2, while European FN2 will remain in production. With ending of NSX, Integra, S2000 and JDM CTR, Euro CTR remains the only sporty Honda from Type R class.

source: 47 news

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Skyline R35 on Volks Wallpaper

I can’t get enough of R35 wallpapers! I can never decide which one I like the most, Amuse, Budez, or any other GT-R R35. Volk GT30 rims make it just perfect.

Enjoy.

pics via: automotionphoto

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Ukrainian drifting madness

Great video and great cars, something for your soul:)

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Silvia S13 T.R.A 6666 bodykit

Isn’t that the sexiest body kit for Silvia S13 ever? Unique style, this is what S13 should be. So aggressive, with 6666 Customs bodykit, S13 could be produced still in nowadays and it would be sold to the very last piece of it.

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Nismo R34 GT-R

Four JDM Nismo R34 Skylines waiting for you. Which on is your style?

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