Moving along with Part 3 of our Re-Up 2013 series highlighting a car from Edmonton and the rest coming out of Toronto courtesy of our illmotion East/Level One representative and photographer Galen Wan aka GAWA, and photographer Alex Lu. Let’s take a look at part 3!
Something we definitely look for when it comes to the cars we showcase here on illmotion is the originality and uniqueness of the platform that the owner decides to build upon. A good example of keeping things different yet still turning heads is Jules and her Ford Focus ZX5.
Coming out of the Level One crew is DC and his MK6 VW GTI. Equipped with air suspension and sitting on all time classic BBS LM wheels, DC’s GTI is on route to becoming another one of those proper VW builds.
Without a doubt one of the most popular features to come from Galen in the year 2013 is Next Mod owner Peter and his HKS GT800 Nissan GT-R. Equipped with a plethora of JDM goodness, it’s only right Next Mod’s head honcho comes correct with a build of this caliber.
Another popular feature from Galen this past year was Jacky’s 2006 Honda S2000. What started out as a dream eventually became a reality for Jacky and it sits in the form of the S2000 you see here:
Wrapping up part 3 of our Re-Up 2013 series is fellow Level One homie Danio and his latest build. Departing from his infamous S2000, Dan keeps it in the Honda family and it looks like he’s on the right track to building yet another infamous build with this NA1 NSX.
When you’re operating one of THEE go to tuner shops out in Toronto, what do you drive?
For Peter of Nextmod, the answer is pretty straight forward and to the point: A Nissan GT-R.
Considering the GT-R is still fairly new, this certainly did not stop the aftermarket from supporting GT-R owners like Peter and the hunger for more performance, and inevitably more power. Being exposed to some of the biggest names in aftermarket performance on a 9 to 5 basis, Peter definitely had the upper hand when it came to building his GT-R and it really shows in all aspects of his car.
The focal point of Peter’s GT-R is found in it’s heart and soul, under the bonnet. In the engine bay, Peter looked to build upon the GT-R’s already impressive out of the box power plant, with hefty modification packages by HKS including a full GT800 turbine kit, GT570 Sport Package, and a GT600 Racing Package. Exactly what do these packages entail? Long story short, everything from the turbo, intercooler, and piping down to the exhaust goes through an upgrade. HKS was not messing around when it came to improving the GT-R’s performance on every level, which we are pretty sure Peter was well aware of. *wink wink*
To maintain Nissan’s sporty exterior styling, Peter added aero pieces that provided a subtle yet aggressive aura with an Amuse Powerhouse front lip and a Voltex 1700mm Type 5 GT Wing. Less is more with the interior of Peter’s GT-R as he swaps out the original seats with Recaro SR-7 ASM Limited Ruby Red seats. a full Carbon interior dress up kit can also be noticed inside this GT-R. To keep the car planted to the ground without sacrificing ride comfort, KW’s coilover sleeve kit was implemented and paired with 20″ Advan GT wheels wrapped in Toyo R888 tires.
With a well thought out project both inside and out, it’s no wonder Peter chose the GT-R as his prized showcase when pointing his Nextmod customers in the right direction to performance, function and form. After all, when you’re the head honcho of a tuner shop like Nextmod, it’s only fair that you have a car that will get people coming back for more. And Peter’s GT-R, is something we definitely cannot get enough of.
AERO.
Amuse Powerhouse front lip
Voltex 1700mm Type 5 GT wing
ENGINE.AND.DRIVETRAIN.
-HKS GT570 Sport Package
Racing Extension Pipes (75mm)
Racing Center Pipe (75mm x2 – 85mm)
Intercooler Pipe Kit (Polished Alum.)
Pre-programmed EVC (JDM Spec)
Pressure Release Computer (PRC)
Super SQV Blow-off Valve Kit
Reinforced Actuators
Super Fire Racing Spark Plugs (M45HL)
-HKS GT600 Racing Package
Premium Suction Kit
Fuel Pumps x2
Fuel Pressure Regulator
Superior Finisher with GT600 emblem
-HKS GT800 Full Turbine Kit
GT II 7460 Turbine, Waste Gate HKS GT II 50mm, Front Pipe
Forged Piston & Rod Set
Metal Head gasket
Fuel upgrade kit 860cc
HKS V Con Pro
Full Control System (F-CON V Pro,VALCON、Harness)
Sus Center Pipe
Intercooler Kit
EVC for R35 GT-R
Intercooler piping Kit
Super SQV3 Piping
Super Fire Racing M45HL Spark Plugs X 6
Super Hibrid Filter
HKS Oil Transmission Pan
HKS Superior Spec-R Full Titanium Exhaust
Top Secret Oil Catch Tank
Top Secret radiator reservoir Tank
COBB AccessPORT
Samco coolant hose kit
It was a gorgeous night out for the last 403 Honda/Beyond.ca at Chinook, and that meant a really awesome turnout, the best turnout we’ve seen all season. Hopefully the meets stay as busy as they have been, if not busier!
Here’s a few of the many shots I took. To see the rest, check out the set on our Flickr stream: HERE
And for my buddy Aldo, I know where you hide your snacks now… in your bumper.
Make sure to come on down and hang out the next meet at Chinook on May 1st, 2013.
Another week has gone by, and that means another edition of the weekly 403 Honda/Beyond.ca Meet! Its nice to see these meets getting busier and busier as the weeks go by and the weather starts cooperating. Its nice to see cars that come every week, and see how they progress as the season goes by. Its also been great in the fact that the cars are getting more and more diverse.
Here’s a quick taste of some of the cars that were out this week, for lots more shots, check out the set on our Flickr stream: HERE
Make sure to check out the next meet at Chinook on April 18, 2013.
You can almost feel it in the air. The days are getting longer, the weather is getting warmer, and the cars that have been hiding are starting to come out. The season is almost upon us, and for a handful of people, it already has. And that means the 403 Honda/Beyond.ca weekly meets are starting to get into full swing. I’ve been to a few already, and they’ve been starting to get busier and busier. Here are a few snaps I took that somewhat darker night, then it got cold, so I put the camera away:
For more shots, check out the set on our Flickr stream: HERE
If you’re bored on a Wednesday night, are interested in checking out peoples projects, come check out the weekly meets. They happen usually from 7pm to whenever at the rear upper parkade lot of Chinook Centre. Hope to see you next week!
A few of us made it out to the Beyond.ca weekly meet at chinook this week and it was a pretty decent turn out so I had to grab the camera and snap a few pics.
If you feel like attending, these are held every Wednesday if the weather is decent at the top rear parkade of Chinook Centre/Mall.
There is something we do need to mention. There were a few dangerous incidents that happened last night by others. We all have the urge to do stuff like burnouts, drifts and stuff like that after meets and such, but just as a reminder, the Beyond.ca meets have been held there at Chinook for years now on Wednesday evenings, with the security at the mall for the most part letting us hang out there as long as we behave. Incidents like this will weaken the relationship between security and us fellow car lovers, and they may not allow us to meet there anymore if incidents like this continue. Please help us by refraining from burnouts, speeding up the ramp, drifting, leaving garbage around. This in turn will make sure we continue to have a place to go on Wednesdays.
Another feature courtesy of our homie Galen Wan (aka GAWA Photo), we have Yau’s R32 GTR coming out of Toronto, Ontario. Yau’s BNR32 takes it a step further from his peers by wrapping the whole car in Carbon Fiber Vinyl Wrap. What also stands out on Yau’s GT-R are the authentic Nismo N1 pieces such as the front bumper, side skirts and wing lip. Adding to the exterior appeal of this R32 are a set of green Volk TE-37s rocking an amazing 18×10.5 with a +15 offset all around.
On the performance side of things, Yau’s GT-R sports a Jun Tuned RB26DETT, with HKS adjustable cam gears and a tomei header. This is one R32 that goes unnoticed as an HKS 3.5″ full exhaust roars past anyone who tries to get in it’s way. As for balance, this car stays planted with Buddyclub coilovers and a Cusco front & rear camber kit, Cusco strut tower bar, and a Cusco mid pillar bar.
With an overall impressive package inside and out, this is definitely one of the more stunning R32s coming out of the East. Just have a look for yourself.
The GT-R has been Nissan’s flagship performance car since it’s debut in 1969. Because of Nissan’s commitment to performance, the GT-R badge has become a worldwide icon. As a car nut, I absolutely love the GT-Rs, old and new. That is why I jumped on the occasion to shoot a local car guy’s GT-R, not once but, twice.
I have a confession to make. The first time I shot *B-TOWN*’s GT-R, the pictures were horrendous for two reasons:
One, it was the first time I had seen an R35 GT-R in person. One that I could touch, in a non-perverted way of course, sit in, and truly appreciate for it’s raw beauty.
Two, I sucked at photography. There is no other way to put it. In any case, the second time shooting this wondrous GT-R was magnificent. The pictures turned out great, and *B-TOWN* had done a few modifications to this already perfect “GodZilla”.
His mods included:
Complete Car 3M Wrap
3M Headlight Rock Guard and Darkening
5% All Around Tint
Titek Gold Lug Nuts (Short, Open Ended)
COBB GT-R SF Dual Intake System
Harman Motive Catless Downpipes
Harman Motive Catless Non-resonated Midpipe
Meisterschaft SUS Catback GT Dual Side
COBB Access Port w/TCM + Custom Tune
Stock from the factory, the 2010 GT-R produced 485HP/434 lb.ft of Torque. His car, now has 551 HP / 561 lb.ft of Torque @ 18 PSI of boost. Yeah, it’s nuts. And the sound of the COBB/Harman exhaust is one a kind. At idle, it’s quiet and tamed. But, when all hell breaks loose, you can hear the four horsemen of the apocalypse riding past the gates of hell! No joke.
Now, for the pictures!
Thanks for reading everyone. You stay classy………..Planet Earth!
We aren’t done yet. We all have our own perspective on the show and so we’ll just keep posting until we’ve exhausted our supply. It never hurts to see more pictures 😀
My favourite booth of the night – I swear I was in J’s Racing/Voltex heaven. I think I have GT wing fever.
The illmotion Dudes headed out to Vancouver, BC on July 16, 2011 at the Rocky Mountaineer Station to attend the DTP Auto Show presented by Yokohama Tires. The caliber of cars that were present at the show (and the parking lot) just left everybody from the crew speechless. Vancouver’s scene brought everything to the table from highly modified sport compacts and even a few modified luxury vehicles.
Aside from the rain, the Vancouver DTP Auto Show was unlike anything we’ve seen in Calgary and it was good to see how other car enthusiasts in Canada are reppin’ for their city. The rain didn’t stop anyone from attending the show and it was definitely nice seeing some familiar faces and meeting new ones!
Congratulations going out to illmotion’s very own Punit Patel for winning 2nd Place Best Acura. Also a huge shout out and congratulations going out to Chris Gudzowsky (Best Classic Showoff), Michael Kwan (Best Stance Showoff) and James Ditchfield (Best Subaru) on their awards as well.
With illmotion going home with 4 awards and an amazing modified car representation from Vancouver, the DTP Auto Show was definitely worth the trip!
A huge thanks to all of you who came out to the show and much appreciation and thanks to those who attended the DTP show to rep alongside with us! The drive to and from was a blast! (Stay tuned for Random Shots of the trip)
