iM Event Coverage: Driven 2013 Calgary (Part 1)

To “officially” kick start the 2013 season, Driven made it’s way to the Olympic Oval in Calgary. A little earlier than the previous year, this certainly did not stop everybody from getting their cars ready, some even just MINUTES before the end of roll-in and set up. With over 250 cars coming together under one roof, Driven continues to get better every year as owners/enthusiasts just know that it is the perfect opportunity to showcase what he/she has been hiding over the course of the winter. With that, the quality factor continues to improve as well as participants step it up and come correct every year.

Congratulations to all those who were awarded this year including Devon Mori (RHD EG6), Noel Eggers (S14), Randy Chau (Honda S600), Duncan Yu (Sleeper Civic), Philip Tan (AE86), Derrek Poyntz (Best Engine Dress Up – Integra) and Tommy Daraseng (E92 M3) who represented with illmotion.

We here at illmotion would also like to take this time to thank the beautiful Melyssa Grace for kicking it with us. It was definitely an honor to have you in our booth and we really hope you enjoyed the show as much we did!

Also a big shout out to our own Aldrich Evangelista for providing the beats and DJing for almost 8 hours straight! Amazing work Rich!

Finally, we would like to thank all of you because in all actuality, there would be no “Driven” without the support of you guys as we encourage each other, and practically push each other to get our cars ready to roll for shows like this. Thank you guys for making Driven 2013 a success yet again for our scene! It was definitely awesome seeing some familiar faces and meeting new ones, which is exactly what it’s all about; and what a perfect way to re-introduce the season we call Summer!

Moving on, we do have intense coverage of Driven which will be separated into parts over the next few days, so let’s kick things off with Part 1 of our iM Event Coverage: Driven 2013 Calgary…

Enjoy!

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

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

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And for my buddy Aldo, I know where you hide your snacks now… in your bumper.
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Make sure to come on down and hang out the next meet at Chinook on May 1st, 2013.

iM Random Snaps: J’s Racing RSX

Going back through some old pictures from Toronto’s ImportFest and this RSX caught my eye again. It’s been posted around the net more that once and it seems like its on a different sets of wheels each time. My favorite look is definitely this one, rocking the concave TE’s.

iM Feature: Steve Chan’s Acura RSX

The key idea we live by here at illmotion is “Made You Look”. It’s that “turning heads” mentality that can make certain cars here in Calgary just stand out from the rest. Regardless of what the owner decides to put on his/her car, if it’s grabbed your attention, then that signature illmotion “Made You Look” swag has been achieved. Steve Chan’s RSX is a true testament to our slogan.

With a complete Mugen-style kit, an aggressive stance and a stunning set of Magnesium Blue Volk TE-37s, ignoring this whip is simply impossible. The attention to detail in the interior (JDM ITR Door Sills) and engine bay will also have you looking twice.

Aside from snapping necks when cruising the city streets, Steve’s RSX can be found in it’s true form when he’s tearing it up at the track. With an awesome suspension/wheel set up and a roaring Buddy Club Spec 2 exhaust there’s no denying this car’s capabilities on the road course.

With Steve executing our “Made You Look” lifestyle to the fullest and always keeping his car refreshed every season, there’s no doubt in my mind that you’ll see more of this car in the future.

|VEHICLE: 2002 Acura RSX
|OWNER: Steve Chan

|EXTERIOR
2002-2004 Mugen-style Front
2005-2006 Mugen-style Sideskirts
2005-2006 Mugen-style Rear Bumper
2002-2006 Mugen-style Spoiler
2002-2006 Mugen-style Hood
Mugen CF Canards
Sparco Hood Pins
JDM Honda Emblems
JDM Black Housing Headlights
JDM Window Visors
3000K DRL

|INTERIOR
JDM ITR Door Sills
Mugen Pedals
B&M Short Shifter
JDM Shift Boot (with Red Stitching)
5 Panel Wink Mirror
JVC Double Din with Amp & Sub
BLOX Special Edition Neo-Chrome Shift Knob


|SUSPENSION & WHEELS
HKS Hipermax Coilovers
Progress 24mm Rear Sway Bar
Progress End Links
Progress Rear Tie Bar
Volk TE-37 (Magnesium Blue Finish)
-17×7.5 and 17×9.5 w/ 235/45/17 Tires all around

|ENGINE & ENGINE DRESS-UP
AEM Cold Air Intake
DC Race Header
Buddy Club Spec 2 Exhaust
Mugen Oil Cap
Mugen Radiator Cap
Mugen Thermostat
Mugen Fan Switch
Wrinkle-Red Valve Cover
JDM Spark Plug Cover
T1R Reservoir Socks

Some extra shots can be found HERE

iM: Random Snaps

Yesterday turned out to be one awesome, hot day. Like always, whenever it’s nice we like to shoot the shit and drive around aimlessly. Went to Peter’s to grab a bite and some milkshakes and then cruised out. Got some snaps… just to keep you busy until you guys get your shirts 😉

iM: Weekly 403 Honda/Beyond.ca Chinook Meet – March 30,…

With the exception of the 20cm of snow we got today, it seems as though the coming of the spring/summer season is imminent. And with that brings the return of the 403 Honda/Beyond.ca weekly meets. Here are a few pictures from the first meet of 2011 (and a preview/debut of a few people’s cars summer mode). Be sure to show up when you can to keep the meets busy and fun and to check out some rides. These meets happen every Wednesday evening at Chinook Centre in the rear upper parkade.

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iM: Weekly 403 Honda/Beyond.ca Chinook Meet – Nov. 3,…

Well, it looks like this may be the last one of this season, its supposed to get cold here by Monday with snow, so if the hardcores are up to it, we will hold them downstairs. If not, you won’t see any meet pictures until next season when it warms up again. Was busier this week than last because it was a bit nicer out, so the turnout was better.









Hopefully the winter meets still continue, and I can get more pics for you guys. If not, it was fun, thanks to everyone for coming out, and hope to see everyone again next season!

iM: Crew Decals

Haven’t been showin’ love to our reppers! Thanks guys!!

Sean Miles reppin’ on his RSX

and Ärvind Korha with his Soarer

iM Feature: Darren’s Mugen DC5 – Extra Snaps

Tagged along last night on the shoot, and took a few pics. Still learning how to work with different types of light, and lack there of. The light disappeared pretty quickly, so my pics aren’t as good as Jason, but I figured I’d put a few up anyways.

More after the jump…




And a final shot of Jason gettin the goods, even though it was dark and wet out.

iM Feature: Darren’s Mugen DC5

Ever since last year I’ve spotted this RSX/Integra rolling around here and there and I’ve always drooled over how nicely put together it is and how clean it looked. The thing I loved most was the wing. At one point, I wanted an RSX to create this exact look.

Fast forward to a year later and I get the opportunity to shoot this clean queen. Since last year, it’s been equipped with Rota Grids in 17×9.5 +30 wrapped with 235/40/17 yokohama s-drives. with that concave face making the stance of the car super mean. The all around mugen look including the aggressive wing makes it hard not to stare at.


With most shoots, comes some big risks. Several times during this shoot, we encountered some sick locations but in order to get to them required swerving, maneuvering, and crawling over huge potholes and mud terrain. And several of those times, Darren’s whip ended up taking some hits but not without some good pictures – so kudos to Darren for taking it where we needed it to get the shots you see.

Darren also added to the detail by having Mugen pedals, Mugen lugnuts, Mugen shiftknob and a Mugen tower bar. To help with the go parts, a Hondata reflash and an Injen CAI tops it off.

The final rolling shot of the night