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Long-time Nissan ownership runs in James Motti's family, so it's no surprise that he is continuing the family vehicle legacy in his on way. After importing a 1999 Nissan Skyline GT-R to Australia, he began working on custom aero upgrades himself. With a combination of custom parts and reputable brands coming together, Motti's Skyline GT-R looks ready for the track!

Owner: James Motti
Location: Sydney, NSW Australia
Vehicle: 1999 Nissan Skyline GT-R VSpec
Horsepower: 300 (estimated)
Club: N/A

SOCIAL:
Facebook: James Motti
Instagram: @gtrjunkie91_

Photography by eirocaptures.

ENGINE & PERFORMANCE:
Apexi pods
GReddy 100-mm front mount intercooler

EXHAUST:
Tomei Ti Expreme cat-back exhaust

WHEELS & TIRES:
Volk TE37 Time Attack wheels - 19x10 +15 (f/r)
Nitto NT05 tires - 275/35/19

CHASSIS & SUSPENSION:
BC coilovers

BRAKES:
T4 drilled & slotted rotors

EXTERIOR:
Genuine Voltex Type 4 carbon wing
Nismo carbon pillar covers
Nismo grey turn signals
Ztune front guards
Ztune front bar
Ztune side skirt extensions
Ztune rear pods
Trackready aero front bar canards
Trackready aero carbon composite front undertray splitter
Diffuser combo w/ stainless steel support rods
Carbon hood latches
Tomei rear boot badge
GReddy hood decal
Trackready windshield banners

LIGHTING:
LED taillights
Nismo side indicators

INTERIOR:
Mspec GT-R front/rear seat interior upgrade
Carbon skinned genuine gear shifter
Vspec 2 shifter trim piece
GT-R floor mats
Mspec center console upgrade
Mspec seat warmers

AUDIO & MULTIMEDIA:
Pioneer head unit
Kicker speakers

FAVORITE MODIFICATION:
"The front aero setup is my favourite modification! It might not be as perfectly built as a genuine Voltex or a Nismo component but it was build with my hands and that is what it's all about! Looks tough and rugged, causes a lot of stir, controversy and turns every head when it arrives at the scene. The custom aero is the Trackready signature for my GT-R, its a way to express my passion for cars and my hard work and dedication put into building this car."

FUTURE MODIFICATIONS:
"HKS T51R turbo + full matching kit
RB 30/26 combo
Bosch 2000cc injectors
Twin Walbro fuel pumps
Custom plenum
Triple-plate OS Giken clutch
272 Tomei cams
Tomei cam gears
Extensive headwork
Custom intercooler piping
Haltech elite ECU management system
Flex fuel e85 setup
Fully built block/ stroked to 3.4l (spool kit)"

SHOPS/MECHANICS:
Bodyform

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It all started after owning an old Mazdaspeed3 that Connaugh McElligott fell in love with hatches but decided he wanted to get something AWD. "I saved up for about 2 years and in early 2016 I made the trip up with a mate to Sydney and picked up my black beauty completely stock, standard with super low km, 2008 Subaru Impreza STI," recollects McElligott. "I've always had a thing for adding little modifications just to make my cars feel more like my own."

Watching the guys in the States progress and push the boundaries on their Subies inspired McElligott to follow suit and go for something not many people in Australia try and do with "rally cars". "Within owning it for a month it was already on bags and the works were on their way," states McElligott. He didn't want to make his build look like he was just copying what people were doing in States, "I just wanted to make something different and not something you see everyday in Australia and especially in Canberra, where I'm from." McElligott had a lot of friends help him with just about everything that's been put on the car especially early on. But as of late, Marcus from JDM Accessories has always been there to provide McElligott with not only parts and super competitive prices but was always there to help him out with any questions he had regarding fitment, or whatever he threw at him. Additonally, Daniel from Marko Body Repairs pulled through with an awesome new paint in such a short time frame and helped McElligott with any small issues he's run into, both in body and mechanical.

Owner: Connaugh McElligott
Location: Aranda, ACT, Australia
Vehicle: 2008 Subaru Impreza STI
Horsepower: n/a
Club: Division One

SOCIAL
Facebook: Connaugh McElligott
Instagram: @isconnaugh

Written by Randi Bentia.
Photography by Ikigai Original (Tyler Barbeyto)

ENGINE & PERFORMANCE
Injen Cold Air Intake
Turbosmart Kombat BOV

EXHAUST
Invidia Catless Turboback Exhaust

WHEELS & TIRES
ATR Sports 225/40r18

CHASSIS & SUSPENSION
Airlift Performance airbags

EXTERIOR
2011 Facelift
Ultrex carbon fibre front lip
Varis side skirts with carbon under board
Carbon rear pods
Varis wing
Full respray Subaru Java Black with extra gold flakes

LIGHTING
MARS 3D LED Headlights

AUDIO & MULTIMEDIA
Kenwood touchscreen head-unit
Kenwood 6-inch speakers

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Paul In purchased his first car, the 2000 Nissan Silvia S15 Autech, when he turned 18 years old. The majority of the past on the S15 are aftermarket bolt-ons at the moment as In is still on my P's until 2018. Installation of the parts were performed by In with the occasional help from his mates on weekends. Inspiration for the build comes from the styling in the stance community - low, deep-dish wheels and negative camber.

Owner: Paul In
Location: Roxburgh Park, VIC, Australia
Vehicle: 2000 Nissan Silvia S15 Autech
Horsepower: n/a
Club: Krawlerz

SOCIAL
Facebook: Paulie In
Instagram: @paul.in

Photography by Paul In, Wangan Empire.

ENGINE & PERFORMANCE
Autech SR20DE
K&N filter

EXHAUST
Kakimoto 3-inch exhaust

WHEELS & TIRES
Custom BBS RS2 wheels - 18x9.5 +4 (f), 18x10.5 +4 (r)

CHASSIS & SUSPENSION
GkTech Camber Arms, Toe Arms, Strut Brace
BC Racing Adjustable Coilovers

EXTERIOR
Uras Front and Sides
Trials Rear
Msports +15mm Front and +30mm Rear guards
Centre Deleted Rear wing
DMax Style Tails, eyelids
Nismo Smoked indicators

INTERIOR
Blue Bride Stradia seats
Blue Top Secret Shift knob
Yashio Factory Okachan 2

AUDIO & MULTIMEDIA
Alpine Type R speakers and subwoofer

SHOPS & MECHANICS
WheelMax

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Nimesh Mehra had his 2007 BMW 130i handed down to him from his parents. Even though he really wanted a Japanese car, he slowly fell in love with the Bimmer. Using the unique platform as a starting point for a unique look, he has had to think outside of the box in order to make up for the lack of aftermarket support, and he seems to be doing a damn good job.

Owner: Nimesh Mehra
Location: Hoppers Crossing, Victoria, Australia
Vehicle: 2007 BMW 130i Hatchback
Horsepower: 265 (estimated)
Club: House of Stance

SOCIAL:
Facebook: Nim Mehra
Instagram: @nim_e87

Photography by Divine Media, Beastmode, Jordan Singson, Fueled by Khang, Eiro Captures, KSF Photos, Defiant.Arts, Nimesh Mehra.

EXHAUST:
Custom header-back exhaust

WHEELS & TIRES:
OZ Racing Futura wheels - 18x8 +20 (f), 18x9 +15 (r)
OR
Work Meister S1-3P wheels - 18x9 +28 (f), 18x10 +23 (r)

CHASSIS & SUSPENSION:
Air Lift Performance series air suspension
Accuair Elevel management
HardRace camber arms

BRAKES:
DBA T2 rotors
ProjectMu HC800 pads

EXTERIOR:
Flow Designs Lip kit all round with Custom front lip
1M rep bar from Eurodivision
Carbon fibre front lip suited for genuine 1M bar
Fog Lights delete
Gold Splitter Struts
Kidney Grills
Extended Roof Spoiler
S2000 Spoon Rear Diffuser
Quad 3inch Blast Pipes

INTERIOR:
Rear seat delete
Custom boot setup
Hardlines

FAVORITE MODIFICATION:
"The Airlift Suspension. Has to be my favourite mod and being static was becoming way too hard for my daily routine. It's also the first 1series (and still is) bagged in Australia. Makes the car so much easier for daily driving, and best of all it handles on the track for when i do track days."

FUTURE MODIFICATIONS:
Genuine 1M front conversion
Custom rear welded wide body
Custom Headlights and Taillights (with flasher relay)
Custom Chasis Mount wing (1.7m custom wing)
Half Cage
Recaro Sportster CS seats
Custom Flat bottom suede steering wheel with shift lights
Upgraded Retro fitted F-generation cluster
F-generation iDrive (retrofit)
Red door cards (custom retrim)
Suede Dash

SPONSORS:
House of Stance

SHOPS/MECHANICS:
House of Stance
Exhaust World (North Melbourne)
MTN Garage
Claase Designs
Eurodivisions
Flow Designs Australia
Von Brothers Engineering
Function Autoworks
Airride
Wheel Max

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Steven Christofis has always held the GT-R in a special place in his heart. When he finally got the chance to own one in 2015, he didn't hesitate. Since taking ownership of the car, Christofis has personally rebuilt the engine from the bottom up.

Owner: Steven Christofis
Location: Punchbowl, NSW Australia
Vehicle: 1999 Nissan Skyline GT-R
Horsepower: 530 whp
Club: Oni Class / Seishin Build

SOCIAL:
Facebook: Steven Christofis, R34KNG
Instagram: @r34kng

Photography by Adam - Reaver Studios.

ENGINE & PERFORMANCE:
Standard RB26DETT block bored and honed to fit oversized pistons
Nitto forged pistons
Forged Nitto H Beam Rods
Nitto high flow oil pump
Head completely serviced
1mm oversized valves
Tomie cams 260 x 9.1
Tomie cam gear Intake
Nismo 700cc injectors
Walbro 255L
Gates timing belt
Gates Racing accessory belts (alt, P/S, Aircon)
Gates Water pump
Gates belt tensioners
Nismo Braided clutch line
Garrett -5 turbos
Silicone radiator and heater hoses
HKS hard pipe kit

EXHAUST:
Nismo dump pipes
Blitz Nur Spec cat back system
Hi Flow Cat

PERFORMANCE ELECTRONICS:
Apexi Power FC D jetro with map sensors
HKS boost controller

DRIVELINE:
Nismo Twin plate Super coppermix clutch
Mu Secret front and rear brake discs

WHEELS & TIRES:
Rays Gram Lights wheels - 19x10.5 (f/r)
Nitto NT05 tires

CHASSIS & SUSPENSION:
HKS Hipyermax III full adjustable coilovers
Stance parts air cup kit

BRAKES:
Factory Brembo Breaks with Nismo pads all around
Mu Secret discs all around

EXTERIOR:
Genuine Nismo S tune full body kit

LIGHTING:
LED strip under both doors
LEDs inside the engine bay

INTERIOR:
Takata 6-point harnesses

AUDIO & MULTIMEDIA:
DVD/GPS head unit
JL Audio C-600X speakers
SoundStream 12-inch subwoofer
Fusion amplifier

FAVORITE MODIFICATION:
Nismo dump pipes

FUTURE MODIFICATIONS:
Custom boot with two 10-inch subwoofers
E85 fuel conversion

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Joel Leaves picked up his 1993 Toyota Supra way back in 1999 - before the hype from Fast & Furious even started! Over time, Leaves slowly modified the Supra until it became a potent monster. He plans on keeping the car forever, modifying it throughout his life and passing it down to his children when he can no longer drive.

Owner: Joel Leaves
Location: Camden, NSW Australia
Vehicle: 1993 Toyota Supra
Horsepower: 840 whp
Club: Oni Class / Seishin Build

SOCIAL:
Facebook: Joel Leaves
Instagram: @sinful_supra_sydney

Photography by Full Noise Photography, Joel Leaves.

ENGINE & PERFORMANCE:
Built engine
Single Turbo
Flex fuel
Head work

EXHAUST:
Custom exhaust

PERFORMANCE ELECTRONICS:
Haltech PS2000

DRIVELINE:
Getrag 6-speed gearbox
OSG quad-plate clutch
One-piece driveshaft
Rebuilt diff w/ TRD center

WHEELS & TIRES:
SSR SP3 wheels - 19-inch

CHASSIS & SUSPENSION:
D2 coilovers
Traction rods

EXTERIOR:
Ducati anniversary red paint
Seibon carbon fiber lip
Prospec carbon fiber side lips

LIGHTING:
Morimoto switchback halos
Switchback demon eyes
Stage 3 Bi-Xenon projectors

INTERIOR:
Custom alcantara trim
Cusom dash
Custom steering wheel
Custom shift boot

AUDIO & MULTIMEDIA:
Kenwood head unit
Kenwood speakers
Kenwood 12-inch subwoofers (2)
Kenwood amplifier

FAVORITE MODIFICATION:
"Interior retrim, because it's one of a kind."

FUTURE MODIFICATIONS:
"Build block with high comp pistons etc, new Garrett GTX4202R, staggered wheel setup for better traction, better brakes!"

SHOPS/MECHANICS:
Just Engine Management
Lux Marine Trim
Gorilla Industries
Jeff Briffa Spray

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JJ Zedler picked up his 1997 Nissan 200SX (a.k.a. 240SX in North America) completely stock. He loved the shape of the S14 Kouki, and couldn't resist getting one for himself, but he wanted to make more power than the factory engine was willing to dish out reliably. The solution to his problem was to swap in an RB26 from the R34 Skyline GT-R. Today, that engine is making more than 700 horsepower!

Owner: JJ Zedler
Location: Sydney, NSW Australia
Vehicle: 1997 Nissan 200SX
Horsepower: 711 whp
Club: N/A

SOCIAL:
Facebook: JJ Zedler
Instagram: @_rb2614

Photography by Ekisu Imagery, JJ Zedler.

ENGINE & PERFORMANCE:
R34 GT-R RB26 engine
Nismo mounts
Tomei cams
Tomei cam gears
Tomei headgasket
ARP headstuds
Nitto oil pump
Hypertune v2 inlet and throttle body
R35 GT-R coilpacks
Custom PWR radiator
Custom Hypertune intercooler
ID2000cc injectors
Hypertune fuel rail
Aeromotive fuel regulator
Aftermarket industries surge tank
450lph walbro pump (3)
Engine bay, shaved and painted

Turbo Side:
6boost twin gate manifold
Garrett GTW3884
Twin Turbosmart 40mm wastegates
3.5-inch custom vband exhaust

EXHAUST:
Custom 3.5-inch exhaust w/ electronically controlled side exit

PERFORMANCE ELECTRONICS:
Haltech elite 2500
Racepack dash
Oil pressure,fuel pressure and water temp sensors
Wideband kit
Eboost 2 boost controller

DRIVELINE:
RB25 PPG helical dog engagement billet forks
1 peice chromoly tailshaft
R32 GT-R rear diff shafts and hubs
Direct twin plate clutch

WHEELS & TIRES:
Street setup: Rays Volk TE37SL, Federal RSR tires
Drag setup: Buddy Club 15×8, Mickey Thompson 275/50/15 drag radials tires

CHASSIS & SUSPENSION:
MCA custom coilover suspension
All adjustable arms in the rear plus sway bay
Front sway bay and strut bar

BRAKES:
Evo 9 brake conversion with Evo 10 rotors

EXTERIOR:
Custom paint by 2SUS using a custom colour from a Porsche GT3RS (grey, black)
Jap spec rear bar with custom rear guards

LIGHTING:
LED lighting

INTERIOR:
Genuine SR3 Recarco seats
Door cards trimmed in black suede
Rear seats re-trimmed in black suede with red stiching

AUDIO & MULTIMEDIA:
Kenwood head unit
Kenwood speakers

FAVORITE MODIFICATION:
"The engine conversion because it really stands out from the rest."

FUTURE MODIFICATIONS:
"Anything to push more power."

SHOPS/MECHANICS:
Maatouks Racing