Remembering Japanese cars from the past

Month: June 2012 (Page 2 of 5)

DOTS: Honda Prelude Mk2

While searching for a second hand summer ride I passed this lonely Honda Prelude Mk2 in an industrial zone:
Honda Prelude Mk2
Here in the Netherlands the second generation Prelude is nowadays almost extinct so finding one in a decent state was quite an encounter. I even made an U-turn for it!

Carina Sightings: Flyrat SR20DET Carina TA63

Back in September 1982 the 3T-GTE powered Carina TA63 succeeded the 18R-G powered RA63 and during the whole production run this Carina was considered as the top of the line. The 3T-GTE propelled the Carina into almost supercar-like performance!
Flyrat SR20DET Carina TA63
Nowadays the 160hp 3T-GTE performance resembles more like the average 1.8 litre engine in your Ford Focus wagon and I can really understand this TA63 was in need for a new and better performing engine.

Not so great for the Toyota purists, but the previous owner swapped out the 3T-GTE for a Nissan SR20DET: Continue reading

Guess the cockpit!

Can you guess the cockpit of this car?

Of course the answer has to be as complete as possible: manufacturer, type and model number.
Guess the cockpit
And what is there to win? For now I can only offer eternal fame! ;)

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