With the recent end of the hockey season and finally a nice clearing for the weather, our weekly meets have resumed. It’s so sick how the turnouts lately have been quite large and people are bringing out their rides and sharing their effort. Unfortunately, it gives us more work to do to take these pics, but in the end it helps make for a unique post every week.
Lots of crazy cars this week. Let’s keep this up and bring all your friends!
|Shop: 1st Gear Auto |Location: Bay 6, 4623 Manilla Rd SE |Website:http://www.1stgearauto.ca |Contact: (403) 265-8289 |Crew: Rod, Ba
The illmotion crew got a chance to get together this weekend and check out a new Parts and Accessories shop called 1st Gear Auto, located in Calgary’s south. 1st Gear Auto carries a large assortment of parts for whatever your need for your vehicle, as well as a nice selection of apparel for you to rock while cruisin’ in your whip.
With a fine parts list ranging from Buddy Club, Password:JDM, Tein, HKS, MOMO, Greddy, JIC Magic, Project Mu, Muteki, Jackson Racing, Sparco, Megan Racing, Cusco, Work, Momo Racing, NRG Innovation, Advan, Rays Engineering, etc., 1st Gear Auto can accommodate to pretty much everyone in the car scene.
One of the key elements that 1st Gear Auto has over other competitors in the market is that they deal directly with the manufacturers so they can offer you the best prices and super reliable parts availability; no third-party non-sense here.
And if that isn’t enough customer satisfaction for you, depending on the part you are looking for, 1st Gear Auto will match or beat their competitors price by 10-15%.
With the customer being the main focus of 1st Gear Auto, the crew can also assist you with any installation of parts in-house at their shop.
So if you’re ever in the need for parts and accessories for your whip, be sure to give Ba and Rod a visit. With super competitive pricing and the proper product knowledge to get your car modified the way you want it, there’s no doubt in my mind that you’ll leave a satisfied customer.
Thanks again to Rod and Ba for letting us feature their shop. Congrats on your opening and we wish you guys the best!
I’ve known Adnan for a few years now and I got to know him better when he picked up his FG – it was around the same time I was doing up my Civic. Over the years, all of us sort of building up our cars similarly but uniquely at the same time. The need to always be different helps push you to build your car better, use legit parts, and set the bar higher for yourself. I think it’s things like that this scene needs – setting the bar higher for yourself and not for the people around you. If you do what you want with the right direction, regardless of what people tell you, there’s a good chance you’ll end up with a car similar to Adnans…
Exterior
HFP Front Kit
HFP Rear Kit
HFP Side Skirts
Red H Emblem Front
Red H Emblem Rear
Honda S2K AP1 Projectors w/ clear lens mod, stage one blue color mod, MDX Shrouds
4300K D2S bulbs
Nokya Yellow DRLs
Yellow OEM Style Fogs
Weather Tech window visors
Debadged “Civic” emblem
Perfect Fit 3 Piece front Bug reflector
eBay Rear Roof Lip
White license plate light
8thcivic.com licence plate frame
Interior
CSX Center Console
Bride Ergo II x2 seats w/ red logo down the middle
Matching bride fabric door panels
Ultra suede arm rests x3 (Driver, Pass, Center)
Custom Dubai license plate “Illest”
White Map and dome lights
Blue interior illumination
Wheel/Suspension
CCW LM20 17×9 +29 (with three inch lip) Fully Polished
Falken 912 215/40/17
Buddy Club N+ Coilover
Skunk2 Rear Camber Arm
SPC Front Camber Bolts
Project Kics NEO Chrono Racing Compsite extended lugnuts w/ locks
The cool thing that I’m sure we can all agree on is that it’s amazing when you see a finished product of years of work and when you look back at what it used to be, all you can do is smile because after all those parts and waiting, you have this.
With Summer quickly on the come up, a lot more people are unleashing their project cars out of hibernation with new mods and parts that are dramatically enhancing the appearance and performance of their vehicle, and setting new standards on how a car should be built.
With this generation of Stance and Form pretty much flooding the car scene, there’s gotta be more than just “dumping” your car and getting a set of wide wheels to demand everyone’s attention and respect. In the pursuit of both form and function, enter Dicken’s Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X.
Everything done so far to this Evo X has been well thought out via Dicken’s vision of how an Evo X should look and perform. With CF aero pieces from Seibon & Rexspeed, a Voltex 1700mm Type 5 GT Wing, a stripped interior justified with an Autopower roll bar, minor engine and exhaust modifications to enhance the Evo’s already impressive performance, and a functional suspension set up that keeps this Evo glued to the road, there’s just no denying this Evo X’s potential on the track.
What stands out the most on Dicken’s Evo X is without a doubt his “Luminous Yellow” Rays Gramlight 57D wheels. With such an eye catching choice in wheels and a complete track ready package to back up it’s looks, this is one Evo X that deserves every ounce of attention it receives from any onlookers.
|Car: Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X |Owner: Dicken Poon
|EXTERIOR:
Seibon CF Hood
Seibon Front Lip
Rexpeed Canards
Rexpeed Rear Corner Extensions
Rexpeed Carbon Mirror Cover
Mastergrade DL Style CF trunk
Voltex 1700mm type 5 GT wing
Aerocatch Hoodpins
Raybrig 9006 Light bulbs
Yellow Fog tint
Front & Rear Racing Tow Hooks
|INTERIOR:
Bride Zeta III Type S Bucket Seat
Takata Racing Harness
Razo Formula Spec Shift Knob
T1R Shift Boot
Rexpeed Carbon AC Cover
Personal Steering Wheel
|ENGINE.&.ENGINE.DRESS.UP:
Blitz Radiator Cap
HKS Limited Edition Oil Cap
Sprint Booster
ARC Airbox
HKS SSQV V3
Greddy TiC Catback Exhaust
|SUSPENSION.&.WHEELS:
GramLight 57D (Luminous Yellow Finish)
Rays Red Extended Lug Nuts + Valve Stems
Cusco Strut Bar
Tein Superstreets Coilovers
Autopower Roll Bar
It’s been a long time coming for me and I’m happy to finally have this rolling nicely.
Ever since the last year with my Civic, I’ve felt that it was time to move on to something bigger and better. Those that knew me for a while also knew that I’ve wanted an STI way back before I could even drive. That day has finally come and now that it has, I’m planning on doing it all over again.
February 2011 – I walked into the Subaru dealership ready to put a deposit down so that by spring, I would have it ready for me to drive. Lady luck must have been on my side that day because the exact one I wanted was the only one sitting on the lot. Half an hour later, I signed the papers and took it home a few days later. That night, I had already ordered parts for it to slap on as soon as possible.
Thanks to Rhys at Revwerks for hooking me up with a set of WORK XT7’s as quickly as I needed them. In 18×9.5 +20, it’s not super aggressive, but it’s not super laid back either. I decided to play it safe for now to see how much I can push the limits of this widebody. Interestingly enough, it’s probably harder to fit these wheels under the wheel wells of the GR body than the Civic’s body. But with little rolling and pulling, they fit perfectly. Some cracked fenders and tire shredding here and there, but it’s all good now.
Another special thanks to Dave at Screamin’ Paintworks for working with me for a span of 3 weeks to get the paint just right. A special 7 stage house of kolor custom burple was what ended up on the wheels. 2 bases of gold, 2 coats of blue and a final 3 topcoats of the unique burple. The outcome is definitely something that you’d have to see in person. Blue in the shade, purple in the light and at certain angles, you’ll see gold flake.
The suspension of course was one of the first things to be installed. A set of BC BR racing coilovers to get the car sitting low, and Cusco lower control arms to bring in the camber and I was good to go. Still playing around with suspension, I’m still working on going lower.
While the car still sits relatively stock performance and looks wise, my biggest “want” was to get the car sitting pretty and looking unique. With many more parts on the way and the need to be patient for parts to come out for a newer chassis, hopefully I’ll have some more updates as the year goes on. If you spot me, be sure to wave!
Anyone who has Reggie Mah as a friend on Facebook has probably seen the dope videos he’s shared under the moniker “FourPlusOne”. I just had to take this opportunity to share with anyone who hasn’t seen these videos yet, the crazy work he’s showcased thus far.
Shout out to FourPlusOne! Can’t wait to see more videos from you!
The wait is finally over! For those of you who missed out on the pre-order for our new ‘iM Crown’ t-shirts, this is your chance to get it. Don’t snooze on this one because quantities are limited! Visit the STORE to get yours!
Just like our last t-shirt we have gone with something that will have you saying ‘Made You Look’. With our deep purple colored tee rockin’ a nice big iM Crown on the front along with an illmotion logo on the back nape this tee will for sure stand out from the rest.
To add to that and to welcome summer we have a nice new decal in store. Matching the color of the famous BMW Laguna Seca Blue! Get yours in STORE
Store has also been re-stocked with some more ‘Frost’ and ‘All White’ decals.
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.
|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
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 😉
You may remember the release of our “Oil Slick” decals a few months back with 100% of the proceeds going to Marcy’s Army and their efforts to beat cancer at this year’s 2011 Underwear Affair. Because of your support the “Oil Slick” decals sold quick and we donated $150.00 to Marcy’s Army member Scott Pearson.
One of the perks of donating to Scott was being able to dress him up in whatever the crew here at illmotion pleased. With help from Marcy’s Army Captain Teddy Lopez we decided to make him do the 10k run in a banana suit modified by yours truly.
Prashant and I decided to take some snaps before the run to support our Marcy’s Army homies. Scott’s banana suit also ended up 2nd place for best costume at the Underwear Affair!
We want to take this opportunity to congratulate Marcy’s Army on finishing the 10k Run in a little over an hour, as well as raising over $6000 with proceeds going to Cancer research and care for patients at the Tom Baker Cancer Centre and throughout Alberta.
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