Thursday, July 28, 2011

92' till Infinity.

Gone are the days when a dropped suspension, authentic Japanese wheels, and a few minor bolt-ons is all that took to turn heads on the street. During the early to mid 90's headlight and supra taillight conversions were the thing. With the advent of the internet in the late 90's the body kits and vinyl interiors were traded for cleaner, race ready modifications. Today's current standard of a well built Honda  has surpassed many expectations. Progression in the form of low offset wheels. Gold plated valve covers and crazy paint schemes is now the norm. The current recession has impacted the tuner industry severely. Most have abandoned their builds in order to purchase a more friendly "MPG" vehicle. The artist/builders of the past have now dissipated into import history. A prediction of the current import car scene will soon diminish. With no where to turn, "JDM" will eventually follow its Hot Rod, garage built inspired roots.
Above: 92' Honda Accord CB7 Opal Green. Neuspeed lowering springs (old school). Nardi Wood steering wheel, 16x7 SSR GP-0' wheels.
Left: 16x7 SSR 265 Wheels, Build date 07' by Jay at Asphalt Hero

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