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Japan…The Land of the Rising Sun. It’s also the Land of Low Cars. These low down style cars are called Shakotan. In Japanese, シャコタン or 車高短.  The easiest way cars were lowered was by cutting the coils. Nowadays you can install new springs, install hydraulic cylinders and so on.   When I grew up  in… Continue reading Buy or Build your own Shakotan JDM?

Hi Philo, Just to let you know, the landcruiser arrived last week into Dublin. Started on first turn of the key and drove 100 miles up the road! (don’t worry, we did a lot of oil and fluid checking first) It’s an amazing vehicle in immaculate condition – I can’t believe it’s 25 years old,… Continue reading Satisfied customer

A sporty wagon with a little more oomph than expected, the Toyota Caldina is a family-friendly vehicle. [SPECS] Engine: 1.5, 1.8, or 2.0 litre engine for petrol; 2.0 or 2.2 litre engine for diesel Fuel Consumption: 5.4-10 litres per 100km (depending on engine option) with a 60 litre tank Curb Weight: 1240-1490kg (depending on engine… Continue reading Toyota Caldina Review

The Toyota Aristo is a mid-sized luxury car that is commonly referred to as a Lexus GS. This car is made for style, excellent handling, and speed while remaining a useable and reliable vehicle to get you where you need to go. If you are looking for a classy car that will also be functional… Continue reading Toyota Aristo Review

A tough little SUV, the Toyota Cami sure knows how to take a beating and keep on rolling.   [SPECS] Engine: 1.3i 16V 4WD Turbo; 1.3i 16V P4WD; 1.3i 16V P 2WD Fuel Consumption: 7.14L per 100km, average tank is 46L Curb Weight: 1040-1050kg, maximum weight ranges 1315-1325kg Transmission options: 4-speed automatic or 5 speed… Continue reading Toyota Cami Review

  Specs: JDM Engine Option 1: 0 L 1TR-FE I4 Petrol JDM Engine Option 2: 7 L 2TR-FE I4 Petrol JDM Engine Option 3: 0 L 1GR-FE V6 Petrol JDM Engine Option 4: 2.4 to 3.0 L GD or KD-FTV I4-T Diesel Fuel Consumption: 3 L /100 km Curb Weight: 1.750 kg Size: L 5,335… Continue reading Toyota Hilux Review

  Comfortable and well-equipped with a long warranty, the Toyota Avensis is a mix between the hatchback and saloon models. Toyota Avensis Specs Engine: 1.8-Litre Petrol / 1.6 or 2.0-Litre Diesel Fuel Consumption: 62.8mpg Curb Weight: 1,480kg 4,710mm L x 1,480mm H The Good Like most Toyota cars, the Avensis is keenly priced and covered… Continue reading Toyota Avensis Review

High-end in style and features without a high-end price tag, the Toyota Blade is a prime example of affordable luxury. [SPECS] Engine: 2.4 litre 2AZ-FE Fuel Consumption: 6.3 litre per 100km (best reported), with 60L tank capacity Curb Weight: 1390kg Front and All Wheel Drive options, Continuous Variable Transmission The Good The Toyota Blade finds… Continue reading Toyota Blade Review

The Toyota Altezza, commonly known as the Lexus IS, is an entry-level luxury car. It is a sporty car designed for luxury, style, and class for those that are looking for a nice car to break them into the world of sports vehicles.   Altezza Specs Engine: 2.0 L, Petrol Length: 4,400 mm (173.2 in)… Continue reading Toyota Altezza Review

Emperor, but it is as luxurious as it is inefficient.   Toyota Century Specs JDM Engine: 48-valve V-12, Petrol Fuel consumption: 7.6 km/L Curb weight: 2070 kg 5270 mm L x 1890 mm W x 1475 mm H   The Good The Toyota Century is a 4-door luxury sedan created for the Japanese domestic market.… Continue reading Toyota Century Review