In recent years I think the sport of time attack have grown considerably, especially here in the United States; to the point where there's multiple events spawning throughout the country. This is fantastic for the sport because I think time attack deserves some overdue recognition. But with any facet or genre of the automotive industry,... Continue Reading →
Attack Maximum Challenge 2018: Auto Gallery Yokohama R35 GTR
Positioned closely to the Technical Auto One's FD was Radial Class competitor, Auto Gallery Yokohama R35 GTR. At first glance, the car looked like a full Varis example, but upon closer inspection, it's actually a mixture of Nismo, Auto Select,Top Secret and Varis all rolled into one beautiful package. With this aero setup, full interior,... Continue Reading →
2017 R’s Day @ Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca [Event Coverage Part 3]
Before I conclude my R's Day coverage, I want to take some time to talk about some other cars that were present at Laguna Seca during the event. Besides the GTRs, there were also a large volume of FRS' and BRZs as 86 Cup was also hosting their NorCal vs. SoCal time attack competition. Most... Continue Reading →
2017 R’s Day @ Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca [Event Coverage Part 1]
GTA's Super Lap Battle in the beginning of November was suppose to be my last event of the year as I still have some Japan stuff that I wanted to put up on the site and also I have to make time for the busy holiday season. But here we are, discussing my second event... Continue Reading →
800 HP of Garage Ito Goodness
The Osaka-based tuning shop Garage Ito is synonymous to some of the best GTRs on the streets of Japan, and this brilliant R34 on sale at Global Auto Sales is a perfect example of the workmanship of the tuning house. Photos via Global Auto Some faces are more intimidating than others... The exterior of this... Continue Reading →
Simple Fresh GTR
I've always said that R34 GTRs are one of those cars that needs very little in aftermarket modifications to perform well against other sports cars. And til this day, I still stand by this statement. Photos via Global Auto Even though this particular GTR looks very simple on the outside, it really stood out to... Continue Reading →
The Zilla Nobody Knows
When it comes to limited edition Japanese sports cars, this one here is perhaps one of the lesser known models out there. A 40th anniversary Autech R33 GTR in the famous Midnight Purple colorway. Photos via Global Auto I gotta say, a four door R33 is not exactly a handsome looking car, but the rarity... Continue Reading →
Hotter Than The Rest
So I was doing my usual browsing on the web and so happen to stumble upon this beauty of a car. It's not often that you'd find a R34 GTR in the flashy Active Red color, especially one as clean as this! Photos via Global Auto This thing is looks absolutely gorgeous with the upgraded... Continue Reading →
GTR Stunner
White R34 GTR on bronze TE37; this is a combination that's pretty hard to beat. Team this setup with a 600 HP power plant, and you've got yourself an automotive perfection. Photos via Global Auto This is just crazy beautiful. Beautiful from every angle. Gotta eat the booty like groceries. Timeless piece of TE37. Under... Continue Reading →
For Love of Scaled Models #5: Nismo R32
Ahh, another Monday, another model cars post. This time it's a beautiful Nismo R32 Skyline. Photos via FLICKR I'm loving the details of model cars these days.. Clean ass engine bay!!
Gold Rush: Top Secret R35 GTR
This is one of my personal favorite R35 GTR ever created...and it's for sale... Photos via Global Auto Sales Gorgeous Top Secret face. All yours for around 80K American. The full Top Secret kit is one of my favorite for the R35, probably better than the Liberty Walk variant. Dat ass though. Enkei GTC01 in... Continue Reading →
R33 Perfection!
Considering the R33 is nearly 20 years old, most GTR versions are still kept in absolute mint condition, such as this immaculate Midnight Purple example. This gorgeous GTR is spot on as far as modifications go. On the exterior and footwork department, this GTR is kept simple and functional with a Trust front lip and... Continue Reading →
For Love of Scaled Models #3: R33 GTR x BBS LM
I gotta say, I'm pretty impressed with the details and customization on scaled models these days. You can literally build any car down to scale and have the parts and stance to go with it...... and that's fucking awesome. Photos via Yahoo Auctions This 1/18 scaled R33 is as bad ass as they come; rocking... Continue Reading →
Going For Classic: Nismo R34 GTR
Now THIS is a classic looking GTR. Nismo V-Spec II dropped on Tein CS dampers is all you need to make a R34 look more stunning than it already is from the factory. Photos via Yahoo Auctions Nismo exterior sets any GTR off just right. Classic LMGT4s sized in 18x10.5 +15 gives this GTR a... Continue Reading →
1st Degree Murder: Black on Black R34 GTR
Here's another sick ass GTR I saw on Yahoo Japan. It's very mildly tuned, with about 460HP which is plenty for street duties. Also, the thing I love most about this GTR is, of course, its sinister black on black exterior! Photos via Yahoo Auctions
Rollin’ In Style: Bayside Blue R34
Stumbled upon a few gorgeous rolling shots of a super clean R34 tonight. I can't get enough of these cars! Photos via MINKARA
Bayside Blue R34: Beyond Nismo Tune
Let me be the one to tell you that a Nismo tuned GTR is probably one of the finest Japanese car you will ever encounter.To regular automotive enthusiasts like you and I, a Nismo GTR is more than enough to satisfy our sports car dreams. And then there are those few who takes things a... Continue Reading →