Nissan Skyline R34

The Nissan Skyline is a line of compact, sport and executive cars originally produced by the Prince Motor Company but then by Nissan after the comanies merged in 1966. The Skyline was largely designed and engineered by Shinichiro Sakurai from inception and he remained a vital influence of the car until his death in 2011. 

The Skyline is available in either coupe or sedan body styles but even station wagon, convertible, crossover and pick up delivery van styles. The Skyline's prominence and popularity in movies, video games and magazines resulted in many imports of the car from 1989 to late 2005 by Motorex. Most models are rear wheel drive with a four wheel drive being available since the eight gen and the later models are most commonly known by their trademark round brake and tail lights. The eleventh gen was another major turning point for the skyline, as it dropped some of the previous generation's trademark characteristics such as the straight-6 engine, which was replaced by a V6, and turbocharging, which eventually distinguished itself and thus seperated the GT-R into its own line.

-Ronn

Honda Prelude Fifth Gen

The Honda prelude was produced by Honda from 1978 until 2001 and spanned a series of five generations. The two door sports coupe drew inspiration from Honda's previous Honda accord range, and the prelude was the first in a series of vehicles prduced by Honda with musically related names, others being the concerto and ballade. 

The fifth generation, as seen in the picture above, retained the front engine front wheel drive layout with an independent front suspension and 63/37 weight distribution. Most fifth gen prelude come with 16inch alluminium alloy wheels, feature the 11.1" front brakes that the '96 VTEC model came with, and most Preludes also received a five-lug hub, as opposed to the four-lug wheel hub of older models. The fifth generation prelude marked a return to the more square body style of the third generation, in an attempt to curb slumping sales of the fourth generation body style. Despite this the fifth generation model was the least selling model of the prelude range although it is considered by many the best looking.

-Ronn

Nissan Silvia S15

The Nissan Silvia S15, is debatably the best looking model of the silvia and is a popular drift car. Released in Japan on January 16th 1999, it was the last model of the Silvia range and by 2002, after a long 25 year history, Nissan decided to stop production of the Silvia.

This generation of the Silvia has 2 versions, the Spec-S and Spec-R which were released only in Japan, Australia and New Zealand but was available as a grey import in most other countries. Although in Australia and New Zealand the car was badged as the Nissan 200SX.

Despite using many of the same mechanical components and being based of the same floor plan as the previous S14 model, the S15 did recieve a variety of improvements and tweaks along with its more powerful SR20DET engine. Moreover the body shape and interior was certainly a revolutionary design which sets the S15 apart from its previous counterparts.

 -Ronn

Paul Walker

Paul Walker who is the star of the 'Fast and the Furious' franchise that has yielded approximately $2.3 billion dollars so far, has sadly passed away late last year (2013). He was a legendary driver on the big screen as well as in reality. His trademark car in the franchise was JDM . It was the Nissan Skyline R34. His early career landed him doing TV series such as 'The Young and the Restless', 'Throb' and 'Highway to Heaven' but his most famous and unfortunately final role was in the 'Fast and the Furious' franchise, tearing up JDM vehicles left, right and center. He went by the name of Brian O'Conner and soon attracted the attention of JDM enthusiasts all around the world. Off the big screen he was a professional race car driver and worked for AE performance. Here is a video of Paul Walker test driving a JDM vehicle that is nick named "Godzilla" in the motorsport industry (Skyline R35):

- Sterlo

'The Fast and the Furious' Movie Review

'The Fast and The Furious' is an action packed classic that was released in 2001. It showcased a great selection of JDM vehicles ranging from the R34 skyline (Nissan) to customised civics (Honda). It's every JDM car enthusiast's dream to see these cars on the big screen and this movie sure does fulfil. This movie has spawned an array of great sequels. The movie starts with an ex-convict played by Vin Diesel participating in illegal street racing with his crew. The FBI are alerted about the disappearance of expensive electronic gear and a police officer who is played by Paul Walker is put undercover to find more intel about the high level heists. He must fit in and his weapon of choice on the road is a Nissan Skyline R34. This mean machine has been fully customised with top specs and NOS. Things get complicated and Paul Walker aka Brian O'Conner must decide whether he should help the cops or the ex-convict who has established a great friendship with him. The movie has incorporated an excellent collection of stunts and fast-paced scenes that are literally fast and furious. The following is a trailer for 'The Fast and the Furious':

- Sterlo

Nissan 350Z

The Nissan 350Z (known as Nissan Fairlady Z Z33 in Japan) is a two seat sports car that was manufactured by Nissan from 2002 to 2009 and marks the fifth generation of Nissan's Z-car line. The 350Z entered production in late 2002 and was sold and marketed as a 2003 model. The first year there was only a coupe, as the roadster did not debut until the following year. Initially, the coupe came in base, Enthusiast, Performance, Touring and Track versions, while the roadster was limited to Enthusiast and Touring trim levels.
Nissan updated the VQ line with the addition of the 3.5 L VQ35HR (for "High Revolution"). It produces 315 PS (232 kW; 311 hp) (US market: 306HP using the revised SAE certified power benchmark) at 6,800 rpm and 37 kg·m (363 N·m; 268 lb·ft) at 4,800 rpm, using a compression ratio of 10.6:1. It has NDIS (Nissan Direct Ignition System) and CVTC with hydraulic actuation on the intake cam and electromagnetic on the exhaust cam. Redline is 7,500 rpm. Reportedly over 80% of the internal components were redesigned or strengthened to handle an increased RPM range sporting a lofty 7,500 rpm redline. A new dual-path intake (two air cleaners, throttle bodies, etc.) lowers intake tract restriction by 18 percent and new equal-length exhaust manifolds lead into mufflers that are 25 percent more free-flowing for all around better airflow. 
- Savneet

1993 Toyota Supra

Since 1979, the Supra has established its own, respectable family tree. And now we have a fourth-generation Supra—one that rushes to 160 mph rather than 110, and one that shares as many parts with a Celica as a Tappan oven shares with a Ferrari F40.

The new Supra was completely redesigned, with rounded body styling and featured two new engines: a naturally aspirated Toyota 2JZ-GE producing 220 hp (164 kW; 223 PS) at 5800 rpm and 210 lb·ft (280 N·m) at 4800 rpm of torque and a twin turbocharged Toyota 2JZ-GTE making 276 hp (206 kW; 280 PS) and 318 lb·ft (431 N·m) of torque for the Japanese version. It is has a 3.0 litre engine powered with 6 cylinders. The turbocharged variant could achieve 0–60 mph in as low as 4.6 seconds and 1/4 mile (402 m) in 13.1 seconds at 109 mph (175 km/h). The turbo version was tested to reach over 285 km/h (177 mph), but the cars are restricted to just 180 km/h (112 mph) in Japan and 250 km/h (155 mph) elsewhere.

- Savneet

Mazda RX7

The Mazda RX-7 is a sports car produced by the Japanese automaker Mazda from 1978 to 2002. The original RX-7 featured a 1,146 cc (69.9 cu in) twin-rotor Wankel rotary engine and a front-midship, rear-wheel drive layout. 
The RX-7 replaced the RX-3 (both were sold in Japan as the Savanna). The original RX-7 was a sports car with pop-up headlamps. 
The compact and lightweight Wankel rotary engine is situated slightly behind the front axle, a configuration marketed by Mazda as "front mid-engine". 
It was offered as a two-seat coupe with optional "occasional" rear seats in Japan, Australia, the United States, and other parts of the world. The rear seats were initially marketed as a dealer-installed option for the North American markets.
The RX-7 made Car and Driver magazine's Ten Best list five times. 811,634 RX-7s were produced. The third generation of the RX-7, FD (with FD3S for Japan and JM1FD for the USA VIN), featured an updated body design. 
The 13B-REW was the first-ever mass-produced sequential twin-turbocharger system to export from Japan, boosting power to 255 PS (188 kW; 252 hp) in 1993 and finally 280 PS (206 kW; 276 hp) by the time production ended in Japan in 2002.

-Matt

AE86 - Sprinter, Corolla GT-S

The AE86 generation of the Toyota Corolla Levin and Toyota Sprinter Trueno is a small, lightweight coupe or hatchback introduced by Toyota in 1983 as part of the fifth generation Toyota Corolla lineup. 
For the purpose of brevity, the insider-chassis code of "AE86" depicts the 1600 cc RWD model from the range. 
In classic Toyota code, the "A" represents the engine that came in the car (4A series), "E" represents the Corolla, "8" represents the fifth generation (E80 series) and "6" represents the variation within this generation. 
The Levin has fixed-headlights, and the Trueno has retractable headlights, both could be hatchback or coupe. 
The export model name Corolla covers both variations. The AE86 (along with the lower spec 1,452 cubic centimetres (1.452 L) AE85 and 1587 cc SR5 versions) was rear wheel drive 
(unlike the front wheel drive CE80, EE80 and AE82 models), and is among the last rear-drive cars of its type, at a time when most passenger cars were being switched to front-drive. 
In 1987, there was a limited edition model of the AE86 called "Black Limited" that served as a send-off model before the AE86 chassis was replaced later that year by the front wheel drive AE92 Corolla/Sprinter range. 
The AE86 later inspired the Toyota 86 (also badged as the Scion FR-S and Subaru BRZ). 
the AE86 pictured is in the famous initial D livery, which came stock, but became very sought after the release of the Initial D anime series.
-Matt

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution

The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, also known as the Evo is a high performance sports cars manufactured by Mitsubishi motors that is based on the normal lancer. There have been ten official versions to date, and the designation of each model is most commonly a Roman Numeral. All use two litre, turbocharged engines and all wheel drive. systems.

The Evolution was originally intended only for Japanese markets, but demand on the ''grey import'' market led the Evolution series to be offered through Ralliart dealer networks in the United Kingdom and in various European markets from around 1998. Mitsubishi decided to export the eighth generation Evolution to the United States in 2003 after witnessing the success Subaru had in that market with their long-time direct rival, theSubaru Impreza WRX STi.

Japanese-spec cars were limited by a gentlemen's agreement to advertise no more than 280 PS (206 kW; 276 hp), a mark already reached by Evolution IV. Therefore, each subsequent version has unofficially evolved above the advertised power figures, with the Japanese-spec Evolution IX reaching an alleged output of around 321 PS (236 kW; 317 hp). Various versions available in other markets, particularly the UK, have official power outputs up to 446 PS (328 kW; 440 hp).

- erfan

Honda Civic Type R Ep3

The Honda Civic Type R ( EP3) is the highest performance version of the Honda Civic made by Honda Motor Company of Japan. It features a lightened and stiffened body, specially tuned engine and upgraded brakes and chassis. Red is also used in the interior to give it a special sporting distinction and to separate it from other Honda models. In Japan, there is a one-make series of Honda Type R cars where privateers can purchase an off-road Type R and compete in a series championship which is a stepping stone for many aspiring racing drivers. This 2 door,4 seater Japanese car produces 157KW stock. The 2L 4 Cylinder front wheel drive is a  great light car and still used in Japan to race some of the fastest car out there and still be capable to beat or keep up with some.  

By erfan

S2000

                       

The Honda S2000 is a roadster that was manufactured by Japanese automaker Honda between 1999 and 2009. First shown as a concept car at the Tokyo motor show in 1995, the production version was launched in April 1999 to celebrate the company's 50th anniversary. This 2 door 2 seater convertible is known to be one of the fastest 2L, 4 cylinder Vtec engine, Honda has ever made. This sexy stylish looking beast produces 176KW stock and is capable of producing a lot more. it accelerates from 0-100km/h in only 6.5 seconds this Japanese car is faster then half the V6, 3.5L cars out there. 


By erfan 

GT-R

The Nissan GT-R is a 2 door sports coupe produced by Nissan and first released in Japan in 2007. It is the successor to the Nissan Skyline GT-R although it is no longer part of the Skyline range. It is one of the fastest accelerating cars in the world with a top speed of 311 Km/hr. It has a twin turbo V6 engine, which produces an incredible 404kW and 628Nm of torque. This makes the GT-R one of the fastest out there. So quick, it accelerates from 0-100km/h in only 2.7 seconds. The GT-R is unique because it is not simply a copy of a European-designed supercar; it had to really reflect Japanese culture.The engine and transmission of the Nissan GT-R are built one at a time, by one takumi (the highest skilled of all Japan's craftspeople), working in a dust-free clean room and each engine has a nameplate of the takumi that hand built the engine. 

-Savneet

JDM.

For all the people out there who do not know what JDM stands for, it's Japanese Domestic Market. There are many markets JDM can be associated with but in this case we're talking about the motoring industry. So, basically, JDM cars. There's a large fan base for JDM cars in Australia with dedicated channels/pages on social media's such as Facebook and Youtube. Someone who has inspired us with his passion for JDM cars is Kevin San, a JDM "motoring enthusiast". He has experienced a variety of Japan made vehicles and has finally settled with keeping classic JDM cars. His most valued vehicle is the KGC10 Skyline 2000GT. He's spent the last five years restoring and maintaining this car and it really shows in the appearance of this classic vehicle. For more about Kevin's cars, here's a video!

- Sterlo

Mazda MX5

The Mazda MX5 is the best selling convertible in history. It was first released in Japan in 1989 as the Eunos Roadster. This small front engined, rear wheel drive car has sold over 900,000 units worldwide. Back in 1989, this car was the only car like it been sold, and had no true competitors.
The philosophy behind the MX5 is to be lightweight and very mechanically simple, whilst still being within global safety regulations. the styling of the car is based off British roadsters from the 1960's taking a lot of it's lines and styling queues from the Lotus Elan. Over the years this car has received a cult following, especially resonating with JDM enthusiasts.

- Matt

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