iM Highlight : Jules Cragg’s Ford Focus Zx5

If there were any words that you could use to describe Jules’ Focus when it first rolls up, “Smitten” would have to be one of them. A Street Appearance Package front and rear bumper set, along with an RS Style spoiler and a mix of other customized bits really set off the initial impression of the car, and really differentiate it  from your “average” Focus.
As a Ford fan through and through (she actually has the iconic Ford “mustang” tattooed on her arm, and her daughter bears  the name “Eleanor”), the Focus was an ideal platform to start building her daily driver and child hauler.

She admitted  to me she wishes she was lower, but daily driving in a city that is home to millions of chasms between traffic lights, practicality and reliability was a factor. Regardless of ride height, you can’t deny that she’s nailed down an excellent flush fitment for her Rotiform BLQ’s.

She has hinted that she’s pretty satisfied with the exterior appearance of the car, and will hopefully be getting into some engine work and go-fast parts in the next few seasons.

Modifications:

ENGINE

Steeda Cold Air Intake
FSWerks Stealth Exhaust

SUSPENSION

H + R Coilovers
KMAC Camber Plates

Footwork

Rotiform BLQ’s 17×8/+35
Goodyear Eagle 205/45R17
SVT Front & Rear Disk Brakes
BWR Lug Nuts

INTERIOR

Steeda Short Throw Shifter
BLOX Shift Knob
Clarion Bluetooth Stereo
CFM Pedals

EXTERIOR

Limited edition “Aqua Blue” paint
“Flat Black” Roof
Street Appearance Package Front Bumper
Street Appearance Package Rear Bumper
RS Style Spoiler
Aftermarket Black Housing Headlights
Black Signal Markers
Black Tail Lights
Shorty Antenna

iM Event Coverage: Weekly 403 Honda/Beyond.ca Meet – April…

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

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Make sure to check out the next meet at Chinook on April 18, 2013.

iM Event Coverage: Waterwerks 2011

Waterwerks first kicked off a few years ago, when one of the major PNW Audi/Volkswagen events was cancelled. Local enthusiasts then came together to organize what is now the PNW’s largest European car show. Chaney Stadium has been the venue since the first event in 2008. While there were only 300 cars, there was room for growth in the rather large venue. Over the years this event has done nothing but grow. For 2011 there were over 700 cars, while at least 3000+ people walked through the gates to come and witness this event. In the years Waterfest NW has been able to pick up some huge tittle sponsors including Rotiform Wheels, Podi Gauges, Air Lift, Fine Tuning, and many more.

When you come to Waterfest, you want to come for the whole weekend. With events starting on Friday, there are endless activities to not only to partake in, but to spectate as well. They include Auto-x, Kart-x, Dyno, Teeter Totter, and the Air Ride Limbo. You want to make sure you don’t miss out on anything. Though Sunday is the climax for the whole weekend, with over 20 vendors showing their latest products. And lets not forget the the main show. Overall Waterwerks NW is a must attend event if you live in the PNW or anywhere near. Its events like these that redefine the European scene, and make it what it is today. Here are only a small amount of the photos from this event.





























































Additional photos from the event can be found HERE