Funny thing is in the US, the Bose sound wave/ super woofer was a common option in the Touring FD RX-7's (Type X in Japan) and most people delete them as they're quite heavy. I currently have 2 in my parts pile while I rebuild me car lol.
The weird part about this channel is that I enjoyed the TommyKaira videos more than your highest viewed videos. It would be cool to see a well researched video into other tuning shops but I feel like the algorithm wants the video to have a broader title based on the views of the TommyKaira videos. If anything is to change regarding your content I hope its the titles and not the information or the way you present it. You seem extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the stuff you're teaching in each video. I can tell it takes a lot of time and effort for one of these videos. You've got me hooked, thank you for this channel.
Honestly I was really disappointed by the algorithm with my Tommykaira videos. I sunk months of time, searching, researching, collating, editing and fact checking into those. I always wondered if my thumbnail just wasn't good. My next video is heading back across to Tommykaira which Im looking forward to.... but also half expecting the algo not to push it! I would rather reach a small audience that loves my content than reach millions of people. I will keep making all of this style of content regardless of the algorithm because I am just truly passionate about this stuff.
The super woofer is so common in the BC sold Canadian spec RX7s I have seen at least 3 sets still in there and functional. Out of like 20 ish cars in the west coast rotary club.
@@clix7925 they were a good compromise when you have no trunk space. But the low MHz response is meh at best. The drivers in these are not going to make heart thumping bass no matter what.
@clix7925 there's a reason why car audio enthusiasts say "no highs no lows must be Bose". No matter how big they tried to make those little speakers sound they don't replace an actual subwoofer.
Those civic bumper corners are quite popular in the UK. In fact there are so many they must have been standard on certain models. Often fitted a bit wonky. I’ve had a pulsar GTiR with optional rear brace/rollover bar, and a JDM DC2 integra R with the optional rear brace.
I hope they are not wonky from being used! That’s so funny 🤣 And amazing! I’m such a fun of the GTiR… and the DC2 Integra is my favourite Integra, nice cars. Thanks for watching 👌
@ I think they are wonky because they were probably dealer fitted options rather than factory fitted. So depending on the quality of apprentice that fitted them the wonkier or straighter they are. I think they just have a sticky back and glue on. Thanks for the original content. Best optional extra I’ve found on a JDM import was a LSD on a Del Sol SiR.
My R32 has the “Cool Box” which is an insulated box that’s bolted in the glovebox that also routes air from the AC system to keep drinks and whatever else cold. One of my favorite obscure factory options and I love that mine has it. I do wish I could find a set of the light up quarter glass louvers for the R32. They scream peak 90s design.
Many cars at the time had such feature. Some took it even a step further. For example BMW had an optional whole drinks fridge inside the rear seat middle that would go through the hole between the seat and trunk. It's an incredibly rare option these days and can reach a few thousand used.
While the JDM cars on the automotive side of the internet take all the place, no one seem to really know or care about the rest of the car which I think is sad because it makes the cars more fascinating which is why we need more of this kind of video.
I suspect it’s because green light doesn’t affect night vision. It’s actually better than red light when it comes to not disturbing your night vision, so it makes sense from a safety angle.
@@HE-162 In theory its a good point, but the light is only on when you get in and out the car, to find the pedals or something i dont know xD Once the Engine is on the light is off again
What you got me thinking of was things the Z32 Fairlady TT got in 1998 and later. That is because I was 5 when the Nissan 300ZXTT went on sale. I instantly wanted it. Turbo power sounded like magic to 80s kids. Twin turbo sounded like ultra magic to 5 year old me. When people in the USA discussed what cars can be imported and when, I frequently argued that those who wanted a 300ZXTT go get the Z32 Fairlady TT variants from 1998 or later. That way they collect them all. It may also be the opportunity to get one that is in good shape and didn't have too many crappy speed parts hacked together. One intersting thing happened in 1996. It was the last year of the 300ZXTT. They even had an edition called 300/300. It was the last 300 to roll of the asembly line. #300 was never sold. It went directly to the Yokohama Nissan museum. I often wonder if Fairlady enthusiasts try to get 300/300 parts shipped to them.
Here in Europe (Spain at least) the civic bumper protector were standard in almost all civic hatch pre face lift, they are even bigger than the one you showed, horrible decision, my ej9 has them, I'm already looking for an aftermarket option without them xDD great video, nice to see this kind of content
Loving these vids so much, the production quality is so good. The Honda crx catalogue is well worth checking out for optional extras. Another cool one is the hilux surf, automatic rear spoiler mirror for visibility when reversing. I think the s13 also came with a ‘super woofer’ option and the Honda bumper protectors could also be optioned on Toyotas such as the soarer and supra
Hii! My older brother have most of these part.his side job were always hoarding rare jdm parts.he is some kind of low profile collector.saw your channel and i'd love to share some pictures but he won't let me snap some pictures.he wanna kept it secret for now..i will try to convince him and keep updated!! Love your content bro.
Sound guy here, that Bose FDRx7 system might actually be pretty solid since giant Tube Organ builders use similar tactics to reach massive lengths of Tubing by bending the tubes and "compressing" them around the building/church they are built in.
Mazdaspeeds touring Spec-A stuff is so awesome! ive only managed to find the front bumper, steering wheel and gear knob so far for my MX-3. but, if all goes well, i should be able to get my hands on a set of skirts around january would be awesome to see if you could maybe find some obscure MX-3 optional parts, might be cool to see in a next video
That sounds amazing. Keep working on it! Mazda speed has some epic parts across the board. I’d love to add some more content in there, thanks for watching bro!
Great work dude, loved the videos recently, some of the graphics can be a little goofy at times, and a lot of the fades/slide cuts are nice but not necessarily needed, that being said, you have an informative SOP and you know how to end the video. Keep up the great work !
Loved the video, thanks RUclips ! Haven't checked anything else so my next statement might be in vain but, I've always loved the ek's GPS option and the ek's bumper antenna option to see where the bumper further side from the driver is, if they were featured I'm sure I'll run into them whilst binge watching your videos ! Keep it up 😊
Wow just found your channel and immediately watched all the videos, love the content man. Would love to see a video related to Mugen or Spoon or more NSX stuff as im a big Honda fan. Hope to see more bangers like these!
#10, the Bose system was also in the Eunos 800M (miller cycle supercharged). The large plastic front speaker pods house amplifiers that have an equaliser applied to make them sound damn good for the time. #9, the Nissan GTi-R also had an option for a factory installed umbrella ☔, and where its stored is pretty crazy!
Thanks I covered the pulsar umbrella in the first parts video, got some great info together on it. I’ve actually seen one in real life with it! Eunos 800M sounds like I need to have a look at it
I had a friend who had an 800M (Im Australian BTW) and it was pretty sick, it was kind of like one of those early, pretty huge (for Japanese) 929's, but just loaded with tech, and even though I believe it was only a 2.3 with probably a 3speed auto with overdrive, she would squat pretty darn well. I was the most awesome thing to fill with mates, do blocks and just ride around in. It's a special car for sure.
Subscribed. Love this content my man, thank you for putting in the research, easy to follow and very well documented! Bonus points for showing a place to find said parts today. I never knew about the FC Louvers and those are pretty cool! I'd rock 'em, maybe paint them body color 🤔
a couple of rare/lesser known options i can think of: The evo 9 wagon had the option for front inter cooler illumination, also the r33 skyline had a factory nissan option for the skyline logo at the back to have illumination
The front hook on the ZZ looks to be on backwards as like a storage position? The hood opens up forward like a Corvette and looks to have the picture being taken from the driver's door looking in
My 1982 Celica Supra has the Foot Lamp on the driver side, it is green too, though it is just one small bulb. It was just called a courtesy light back then though, fades off a few seconds after closing the door.
70's Mazda RX's deserve a full length video, I'm not sure where I've heard it but all Mazda sports models designs where outsourced by an Italian Automobile design house and Marcello Gandini co-designed them, until the RX-7 which was Mazda in house design. Beautiful cars and would love to see a video covering them (Cosmo, R100, RX2, RX3, RX4, and RX5).
13:44 Nice! and Italvolanti! Never knew TK used them, they used that model for the Nismo Skylines and other Skylines like the R31. I believe the tri-colour triangle would be TK's old logo, though not sure entirely. Do a video on Italvolanti please! Or at least try, there's scant information out there.
Back in the 80s / 90s, Mazda’s engineering team was so creative and smart to invent lots of good and high end stuff, especially looking at today’s second used condition values.
I have an 02 Suzuki Vitara 3 door and its been so much fun hunting down worldwide Suzuki optional parts and finding the catalogs from that era, also there are Suzuki Sport goodies for that era Vitara just extremely hard to come by.
Exterior trunk luggage racks like the optional one for the 626 were somewhat common amongst American cars of the same time period. Buick Rivieras, Oldsmobile Cutlasses, I've even seen the fair MR2 with one. I think they're hideous, but you still occasionally see them, along with chrome trim pieces, body molding, bras, louvers... and other accessories that culminated in "Dealership Specials". I have an '89 Legend L coupe with chrome body trim and I can't wait to rip it off.
oem footlamps were offered across almost all toyotas. i retrofitted the oem kit to my zzw30, its a very subtle glow and fades out 8 seconds after door closes. also you missed the ek9 also having a factory roll cage and dry carbon rear seat delete by way of mugen.
Nice, it must be a Toyota thing. I really like it and think it’s pretty underrated. 😮😮 that’s why I love JDM so much, you think you’ve found everything just to realise you haven’t scratched the surface!
Oooh great video, this was super cool to see all these rare parts! thanks for sharing. I had an R32 Gts-t with factory gold badges, someone at the time told me it meant it was an m-spec. I never saw any evidence of that myself though, have you heard of this?
Thanks legend! One of my old GTR R34s had them. I found them in the dress up catalog, which was Nissans terminology for the ‘Non’ performance style mods. I haven’t looked for the R32 but my guess is something similar. It would look great on the 32
@@PPYTAO Just stumbled across the gold badging advertised on the R32s (not GTR), as part of the 'Hard image' modifications! Ill include it in my next parts video, they look great.
That would be great. You could try sending it via the business email on my channel in the about section. I dont really have any good secure file exchanges yet other than the business email. Im working on it. It may have to be across multiple emails if files are large. Thanks!
Would love if you created a guide to JDM auctions for us Americans. I know of yahoo auctions but have never had the confidence to buy anything. What are the best sites, what to look for, any scams that are known, recommended payment options, etc. Watching your videos makes me want to find some unique parts for my Z32 ❤
I feel that people who go for that JDM look for their Civics here in the US often has those bumper protectors. Idk i think they look kinda neat. Keep up the good work btw! Im a huge nut for JDM optional parts. I have a couple in my possession for my Mitsubishi 3000GT VR4 (GTO).
i actually think the rear strut bar in the honda is quite handy. Use it to tie your shopping in place or to keep your suitcases or bag from going everywhere.
Loving this series! One very JDM option I had on a SA60 Celica 1982 was a little scent diffuser that sat on the parcel tray. I wish I looked into it a little more at that time but I believe it used scented cartridges. I forget the name of it but have seen it on a couple of other toyota's from the era. Please look into the HB cosmo, they had some really cool features!
If I remember correctly there was an option for rollcages from Mugen for the EF and the EG civic hatches. Just not sure if they were an accessory you bought or can be factory fitted. I know because my dad had an EG hatch for about a decade, he also had an OEM EG specific rear strut bar.
I think the superwoofer was apart of the Touring package here in the U.S. My ‘93 has it as well as the Tonneau Cover and its a really interesting design. I dont think it works anymore though and as far as Im aware there is only one person in the U.S. that rebuilds them
Amazing video man, I love geeking out on this stuff. You need to mention the factory roof rack option for the AW11 Toyota MR2! Such a silly car to use for hauling timber home from Bunnings...
You should check out the rear indiglo H emblem for the 88-91 CR-X in Japan. Total 80s cheese. but I love it. Also the storage bins for the rear seat for the CR-X. Makes your rear seat a storage area akin to the rear seat replacement storage bin equipped on the North American CRXs but much less secure.
13:56 Civic EK Bumper Protectors, though not the exact same part number, but similar idea, they are very common on Civic 6th gen in Europe except the facelift. They were sold like that new in Europe and you can still buy bumpers with slots where the bumper protectors go..
Interesting fact: the EK/EJ civic in Europe came with built in bumper protects prior to facelift and they are huge spanning half the length of the bumpers (front and back) from each corner, only the coupe model didn't come with those prior to the facelift. So, it's pretty common for people to either remove them and fill in the bumper and paint it or find an EK/EJ coupe front bumper. One more: the EP civic again in Europe could be optioned with massive rubber bumper protectors and side protects that completely ruin the car.
Honestly, it might ruin the looks a little but they are incredibly useful and also most if not all of the cars during that era had some sort of impact strips like that on the bumpers. My E34 BMW has impact strips all around, bumpers and doors etc. I'm not a bad driver but I accidentally bumped into a wall in reverse and they're very useful because they leave absolutely no damage.
The Pulsar GTi-R is such a quirky and awesome car it deserves more love and attention, but while it doesnt get all that I'll enjoy the considerably low prices asked for it ehehehe
Where do you find the part catalogs at? I recently purchased a low miles 1996 1jzgte non-vvti JZZ30 Soarer and was wondering what options it could have came with. Mine has the digital dash, I think the OEM green interior lighting, no trunk wing, and is a slick top. Thanks and I love your channel!
I’ve been collecting them for years digitally and physically, I thought I was the only one that found this stuff interesting haha I have a mate with the exact same car I’ll have to ask him 😁 he’s just manual swapped and is loving it! I know the SARD soarer 3000gt is a monster worth searching, he showed me the brochure the other day.
For the 0.00000043% of the population who will find this interesting: Those Civic Type R optional bars were a front and rear set. OEM Civic Type R had a red tube type front bar and no rear. That optional set is the same (other than the rear brackets) as the Integra Type R bars, BUT they also had a Civic Type R decal. PS: I have a set PPS: x2 on more Honda chat!
I have an NA MX5. I've seen them with a rear bootlid rack but not sure if factory. There was a set of Miata MS01 for sale recently, 3 grand the set plus shipping. Love those tri-spokes, they look good on cars of this era.
What a cool informative vid. I got those green lights in my 85 toyoya crown. Pre sure its factory cause ive had 2 and both had them. Deffs didn't have trim add ons
When we were first looking at buying an fd we found one with the Bose system! It was very interesting and cool, I believe I still have photos. However we never noticed a audio difference between that and our one that we have now.
Wow someone else commented that they had it too and that they noticed very little difference to the sound. It’s such a huge amount of effort that Mazda, Efini and Bose put in to the project. Thanks for the info 👌
Funny thing is in the US, the Bose sound wave/ super woofer was a common option in the Touring FD RX-7's (Type X in Japan) and most people delete them as they're quite heavy. I currently have 2 in my parts pile while I rebuild me car lol.
Yup. Goes to show that some of these parts are only cool looking back through rose colored lenses.
could you do like a comparison between the 2?(one with and one without)
kinda curious how much different it would sounds
Maybe sell me one?
They definitely don't seem rare at all on us touring trim.
Yeh my rx7 has that aswell, I’m in N.Z and I don’t think they’re rare, but it’s rare for people to not rip them out haha
Cant put into words how much i love these videos
I’m loving sharing this content with you guys. Thank you so much!
The weird part about this channel is that I enjoyed the TommyKaira videos more than your highest viewed videos. It would be cool to see a well researched video into other tuning shops but I feel like the algorithm wants the video to have a broader title based on the views of the TommyKaira videos. If anything is to change regarding your content I hope its the titles and not the information or the way you present it. You seem extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the stuff you're teaching in each video. I can tell it takes a lot of time and effort for one of these videos. You've got me hooked, thank you for this channel.
Yes I was thinking same thing! I’d love to see one about the Trials Tuning Spirits Shop
just by you being here and the fear and loathing pfp, you’re definitely a chill ass dude that id drink with
Theres more to popularity than just algorithm.
The tommy kaira vids work as funnel to get subs being a subject people look for.
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Honestly I was really disappointed by the algorithm with my Tommykaira videos. I sunk months of time, searching, researching, collating, editing and fact checking into those. I always wondered if my thumbnail just wasn't good. My next video is heading back across to Tommykaira which Im looking forward to.... but also half expecting the algo not to push it! I would rather reach a small audience that loves my content than reach millions of people. I will keep making all of this style of content regardless of the algorithm because I am just truly passionate about this stuff.
Im glad im not the only one who is madly down the rabbit hole of car options. Keep it up mate loving the vids.
You have no idea how far down the rabbit hole I am with this stuff. Some could call me lost down here 🤣 thanks for watching 👌
I don't think I'll ever tire of nerding out over JDM options, specifications and general niche models etc. Best time ever.
Thank you!
Yooo this is right up my alley ! I'm the kind of guy who asked "Which one of these options would you prefer?" anwers "YES!"
That would make an epic title name for a video haha
Your content has brought together all the fellow nerds, including me, and it's just overwhelming. More videos please!
I love this comment so much haha thanks 😁
The super woofer is so common in the BC sold Canadian spec RX7s I have seen at least 3 sets still in there and functional. Out of like 20 ish cars in the west coast rotary club.
My friend from chilliwack had it i believe, looks sweet
Did they actually sound better?
@@clix7925 they were a good compromise when you have no trunk space. But the low MHz response is meh at best. The drivers in these are not going to make heart thumping bass no matter what.
@clix7925 there's a reason why car audio enthusiasts say "no highs no lows must be Bose". No matter how big they tried to make those little speakers sound they don't replace an actual subwoofer.
Same in uk loads of jdm imported rx7 s have it
Soo glad the mugen 3rd gen prelude got mentioned. Preludes are very slept on.
I love preludes. They have so many cool parts and so much potential. They deserve wayyy more attention!
Those civic bumper corners are quite popular in the UK. In fact there are so many they must have been standard on certain models. Often fitted a bit wonky.
I’ve had a pulsar GTiR with optional rear brace/rollover bar, and a JDM DC2 integra R with the optional rear brace.
I hope they are not wonky from being used! That’s so funny 🤣
And amazing! I’m such a fun of the GTiR… and the DC2 Integra is my favourite Integra, nice cars. Thanks for watching 👌
@ I think they are wonky because they were probably dealer fitted options rather than factory fitted. So depending on the quality of apprentice that fitted them the wonkier or straighter they are. I think they just have a sticky back and glue on. Thanks for the original content. Best optional extra I’ve found on a JDM import was a LSD on a Del Sol SiR.
@@JDMArchives in other eu country the only bumper you could get is with the bumper corners and on my dark grey civic they dont look so bad xd
My R32 has the “Cool Box” which is an insulated box that’s bolted in the glovebox that also routes air from the AC system to keep drinks and whatever else cold. One of my favorite obscure factory options and I love that mine has it. I do wish I could find a set of the light up quarter glass louvers for the R32. They scream peak 90s design.
Who asked? Go away nerd
that sounds absolutely epic!
Many cars at the time had such feature. Some took it even a step further. For example BMW had an optional whole drinks fridge inside the rear seat middle that would go through the hole between the seat and trunk. It's an incredibly rare option these days and can reach a few thousand used.
While the JDM cars on the automotive side of the internet take all the place, no one seem to really know or care about the rest of the car which I think is sad because it makes the cars more fascinating which is why we need more of this kind of video.
I’m really glad people are enjoying this content with me. Thank you. 🙏
my Supra actually has the green lights, was always wondering whats up with them:D
niceeeeee
You're just colorblind
@@ataorkunoguz5451 so good!
I suspect it’s because green light doesn’t affect night vision. It’s actually better than red light when it comes to not disturbing your night vision, so it makes sense from a safety angle.
@@HE-162 In theory its a good point, but the light is only on when you get in and out the car, to find the pedals or something i dont know xD
Once the Engine is on the light is off again
Damn what a small gem of a channel! Loving this super nerdy content 🤓😄
Thanks legend! I’m loving this comment haha
What you got me thinking of was things the Z32 Fairlady TT got in 1998 and later. That is because I was 5 when the Nissan 300ZXTT went on sale. I instantly wanted it. Turbo power sounded like magic to 80s kids. Twin turbo sounded like ultra magic to 5 year old me.
When people in the USA discussed what cars can be imported and when, I frequently argued that those who wanted a 300ZXTT go get the Z32 Fairlady TT variants from 1998 or later. That way they collect them all. It may also be the opportunity to get one that is in good shape and didn't have too many crappy speed parts hacked together.
One intersting thing happened in 1996. It was the last year of the 300ZXTT. They even had an edition called 300/300. It was the last 300 to roll of the asembly line. #300 was never sold. It went directly to the Yokohama Nissan museum. I often wonder if Fairlady enthusiasts try to get 300/300 parts shipped to them.
SIR with the bumper corners is perfect
🤣 🤣
Super well presented video. Love obscure nerdy stuff like this. Subbed!
As an OG Honda guy, i can say you are sorely mistaken how cool the bumper strips are…seriously cool points at car shows back in the day bro
Love it!
This channel is so underrated and entertaining appreciate the videos brother
Thanks bro🙏 I love this comment
Man those scooby wheels are stunning!! I'm glad it isn't just me who parks miles away from everything.
They look amazing 🤤
I know right. Straight to the back corner park for me. See you there haha
Here in Europe (Spain at least) the civic bumper protector were standard in almost all civic hatch pre face lift, they are even bigger than the one you showed, horrible decision, my ej9 has them, I'm already looking for an aftermarket option without them xDD great video, nice to see this kind of content
That’s crazy. It’s such a bizarre decision by manufacturers. Glad you enjoyed it 😊 thanks for watching
I love your videos so much, every second is worth watching
Thanks! I put a silly amount of time into them. Glad your enjoying it.
Loving these vids so much, the production quality is so good. The Honda crx catalogue is well worth checking out for optional extras. Another cool one is the hilux surf, automatic rear spoiler mirror for visibility when reversing.
I think the s13 also came with a ‘super woofer’ option and the Honda bumper protectors could also be optioned on Toyotas such as the soarer and supra
I’ve had a few comments for some interesting parts in the CRX. I’ll have to check it out. Thanks bro!
My lexus sc400 also had the green interior light package, gotta say definitely one of my favorite parts.
That is so cool. There’s been a couple of Toyota and Lexus people comment saying they have it too. It must be a Toyota and Lexus thing!
Love these videos as I love odd weird stuff in cars. Bro a factory roll cage on a road car is the absolute top.
So good hey!!
Hii! My older brother have most of these part.his side job were always hoarding rare jdm parts.he is some kind of low profile collector.saw your channel and i'd love to share some pictures but he won't let me snap some pictures.he wanna kept it secret for now..i will try to convince him and keep updated!!
Love your content bro.
that sounds epic! Should start a museums for them! I would go 🤣
Some top content bro I hope to see you blow up. These videos deserve it!
Thanks bro! I appreciate it.
Sound guy here, that Bose FDRx7 system might actually be pretty solid since giant Tube Organ builders use similar tactics to reach massive lengths of Tubing by bending the tubes and "compressing" them around the building/church they are built in.
Mazdaspeeds touring Spec-A stuff is so awesome! ive only managed to find the front bumper, steering wheel and gear knob so far for my MX-3. but, if all goes well, i should be able to get my hands on a set of skirts around january
would be awesome to see if you could maybe find some obscure MX-3 optional parts, might be cool to see in a next video
That sounds amazing. Keep working on it!
Mazda speed has some epic parts across the board. I’d love to add some more content in there, thanks for watching bro!
@@JDMArchives pretty much anything genuine mazdaspeeed now is worth silly money today
Great work dude, loved the videos recently, some of the graphics can be a little goofy at times, and a lot of the fades/slide cuts are nice but not necessarily needed, that being said, you have an informative SOP and you know how to end the video. Keep up the great work !
You have captivated me with a JDM topic I would have never thought of! Great presentation also. Hope you get more subscribers!
I remember that super woofer system. I saw a demo model at a dealer when I was a young teen geeking out while my mom shopped
I would have freaked out seeing that as a kid… actually I would still geek out if I saw it now hahaha
Seriously some very in depth research. I just know you had to scrape throw acient forums for some of this stuff. Earned a sub
This channel is amazing. Keep this up!
Loved the video, thanks RUclips ! Haven't checked anything else so my next statement might be in vain but, I've always loved the ek's GPS option and the ek's bumper antenna option to see where the bumper further side from the driver is, if they were featured I'm sure I'll run into them whilst binge watching your videos ! Keep it up 😊
Thanks legend! I’ll try add it in my next video if it fits, the ek is a wicked car
@JDMArchives I have one so I'm biased but I agree 😅😅
0:46 Giant Dad would be proud.
Wow just found your channel and immediately watched all the videos, love the content man. Would love to see a video related to Mugen or Spoon or more NSX stuff as im a big Honda fan. Hope to see more bangers like these!
Thanks legend. Comments like this keep me so motivated
Sick videos keep up the good work I mentioned in one of the previous videos to add the nismo gtir too 👍
I did have you in mind when I added the GTiR in, but couldn’t find the comment. Thanks! And I’m glad you’re still here to see it 😁
#10, the Bose system was also in the Eunos 800M (miller cycle supercharged). The large plastic front speaker pods house amplifiers that have an equaliser applied to make them sound damn good for the time.
#9, the Nissan GTi-R also had an option for a factory installed umbrella ☔, and where its stored is pretty crazy!
Thanks I covered the pulsar umbrella in the first parts video, got some great info together on it. I’ve actually seen one in real life with it!
Eunos 800M sounds like I need to have a look at it
I had a friend who had an 800M (Im Australian BTW) and it was pretty sick, it was kind of like one of those early, pretty huge (for Japanese) 929's, but just loaded with tech, and even though I believe it was only a 2.3 with probably a 3speed auto with overdrive, she would squat pretty darn well. I was the most awesome thing to fill with mates, do blocks and just ride around in.
It's a special car for sure.
Great video, very enjoyable watch
Thanks legend!
This is just a BackShelf member’s wet dream lmao. Love it!
I love this content! You just put me on those type F's and MS-01s for my 3
Awesome! They are one of my favourite seats 👌
Subscribed. Love this content my man, thank you for putting in the research, easy to follow and very well documented! Bonus points for showing a place to find said parts today.
I never knew about the FC Louvers and those are pretty cool! I'd rock 'em, maybe paint them body color 🤔
Thanks, the feedback is great.
I didn’t even think of painting them body colour. That would look fantastic.
@@JDMArchives I think these in the 15th anniversary FC, plus the louvers with the color matched white, then add some MS-01s, now we're talking!
Amazing channel
Thank you 🙏
stuff like this really peaks my interest lol
You just earned a sub, love the video 🙏🙏
Thank you!! 🙏 glad you enjoyed
a couple of rare/lesser known options i can think of: The evo 9 wagon had the option for front inter cooler illumination, also the r33 skyline had a factory nissan option for the skyline logo at the back to have illumination
Wow I haven’t heard of those. Sounds really cool
love these vids
Love these comments 😁👌
My friend just sent me this, I'm three minutes in and I've already subscribed. Good stuff!
Thank you 🙏 I’m so glad it’s being shared and you’re enjoying it, awesome!
The front hook on the ZZ looks to be on backwards as like a storage position? The hood opens up forward like a Corvette and looks to have the picture being taken from the driver's door looking in
That makes sense. It just seems so unusual to have it in such a hard to reach location. Thanks for watching legend!
My 1982 Celica Supra has the Foot Lamp on the driver side, it is green too, though it is just one small bulb. It was just called a courtesy light back then though, fades off a few seconds after closing the door.
Awesome! So it goes back in time further than the mk4, great to know 👌
great vid!
Thank you!
70's Mazda RX's deserve a full length video, I'm not sure where I've heard it but all Mazda sports models designs where outsourced by an Italian Automobile design house and Marcello Gandini co-designed them, until the RX-7 which was Mazda in house design.
Beautiful cars and would love to see a video covering them (Cosmo, R100, RX2, RX3, RX4, and RX5).
13:44 Nice! and Italvolanti! Never knew TK used them, they used that model for the Nismo Skylines and other Skylines like the R31.
I believe the tri-colour triangle would be TK's old logo, though not sure entirely.
Do a video on Italvolanti please! Or at least try, there's scant information out there.
Wow, awesome comment, I’ll have to look more into that. Thanks for watching and the info!
sick video idea man got a sub
Thanks bro 🙏👌
I just subscribed because you asked so nicely
Thank you! Welcome to the channel
That looks great.
Thanks 🙏
Back in the 80s / 90s, Mazda’s engineering team was so creative and smart to invent lots of good and high end stuff, especially looking at today’s second used condition values.
Great video. Thanks.
Civic SiR bumper corners are dope especially with the matching front SiR chin spoiler
Love this kind of stuff
Same!! Thanks for watching
I have an 02 Suzuki Vitara 3 door and its been so much fun hunting down worldwide Suzuki optional parts and finding the catalogs from that era, also there are Suzuki Sport goodies for that era Vitara just extremely hard to come by.
Nice idea! I do need some Suzuki content in my videos. Thanks for continuing to watch my content legend 👌
Cool video
Thank you! Hopefully got another one coming soon
Exterior trunk luggage racks like the optional one for the 626 were somewhat common amongst American cars of the same time period. Buick Rivieras, Oldsmobile Cutlasses, I've even seen the fair MR2 with one. I think they're hideous, but you still occasionally see them, along with chrome trim pieces, body molding, bras, louvers... and other accessories that culminated in "Dealership Specials". I have an '89 Legend L coupe with chrome body trim and I can't wait to rip it off.
Thanks for the comment, really interesting. I didn’t know it was common on some cars
Love this video so much 😍 need more Mazda plz like eunos infini and mazdaspeed
We always need more Honda ;)
We absolutely do!
oem footlamps were offered across almost all toyotas. i retrofitted the oem kit to my zzw30, its a very subtle glow and fades out 8 seconds after door closes.
also you missed the ek9 also having a factory roll cage and dry carbon rear seat delete by way of mugen.
Nice, it must be a Toyota thing. I really like it and think it’s pretty underrated.
😮😮 that’s why I love JDM so much, you think you’ve found everything just to realise you haven’t scratched the surface!
DANKPOD! call ya boy! he is a good audio reviewer. +10
in high school we found a smoke shop that sold 555. This was like 1998, in wisconsin and we were obsessed with the sti.
Wow that is so cool!
Oooh great video, this was super cool to see all these rare parts! thanks for sharing.
I had an R32 Gts-t with factory gold badges, someone at the time told me it meant it was an m-spec. I never saw any evidence of that myself though, have you heard of this?
Thanks legend!
One of my old GTR R34s had them. I found them in the dress up catalog, which was Nissans terminology for the ‘Non’ performance style mods. I haven’t looked for the R32 but my guess is something similar. It would look great on the 32
@@JDMArchives thanks for the reply!
@@PPYTAO Just stumbled across the gold badging advertised on the R32s (not GTR), as part of the 'Hard image' modifications! Ill include it in my next parts video, they look great.
@@JDMArchives thank you for letting me know! I’ll definitely be watching. Can send you some pics of my old 32 with the badges if you would like ☺️
That would be great. You could try sending it via the business email on my channel in the about section. I dont really have any good secure file exchanges yet other than the business email. Im working on it. It may have to be across multiple emails if files are large. Thanks!
Would love if you created a guide to JDM auctions for us Americans. I know of yahoo auctions but have never had the confidence to buy anything. What are the best sites, what to look for, any scams that are known, recommended payment options, etc.
Watching your videos makes me want to find some unique parts for my Z32 ❤
I’m lucky to have a pair of both the red Mazda speed seats in the FD. Absolutely love them 😊
I feel that people who go for that JDM look for their Civics here in the US often has those bumper protectors. Idk i think they look kinda neat.
Keep up the good work btw! Im a huge nut for JDM optional parts. I have a couple in my possession for my Mitsubishi 3000GT VR4 (GTO).
Thanks for the info!
I’m glad you are enjoying the content. 👌
Really good video
i actually think the rear strut bar in the honda is quite handy. Use it to tie your shopping in place or to keep your suitcases or bag from going everywhere.
Genius! I love it 🤣
The ae86 and ae85 Levin/trueno had the option a shoe box in the trunk
No way!! I have to see that
Loving this series!
One very JDM option I had on a SA60 Celica 1982 was a little scent diffuser that sat on the parcel tray. I wish I looked into it a little more at that time but I believe it used scented cartridges. I forget the name of it but have seen it on a couple of other toyota's from the era.
Please look into the HB cosmo, they had some really cool features!
Pretty cool you should do brand specific videos for each model. Of 80s/90’s imports.
That’s an awesome idea. I’ve been planning some specific car videos too. Thanks for watching 😊
@ I’ve got a R33 gtst so I’d be keen for that video 😍
If I remember correctly there was an option for rollcages from Mugen for the EF and the EG civic hatches. Just not sure if they were an accessory you bought or can be factory fitted.
I know because my dad had an EG hatch for about a decade, he also had an OEM EG specific rear strut bar.
Something cool to look at would be the Toyota Vitz TRD MSB. Stripped out 1.0L Vitz with a cage. Its the mk1 chassis also and echo and a yaris.
That’s really cool. I covered the Tommykaira Vitz in my Tommykaira videos as well. Such an interesting hot hatch.
Should also add to this list the optional navigation for skyline r30
nothing to do with a video but you have a soo good voice
I thought people might not have understood me because my accent is too thick. Nice to hear someone enjoys the listen. Thank you! 🙏
I think the superwoofer was apart of the Touring package here in the U.S. My ‘93 has it as well as the Tonneau Cover and its a really interesting design. I dont think it works anymore though and as far as Im aware there is only one person in the U.S. that rebuilds them
awesome video this makes me want to time travel so bad
Amazing video man, I love geeking out on this stuff.
You need to mention the factory roof rack option for the AW11 Toyota MR2! Such a silly car to use for hauling timber home from Bunnings...
I used to have a set of those Mugen CF48s on my JDM 88 CR-X. My favorite wheels. Weighed almost nothing being a 14" rim.
You should check out the rear indiglo H emblem for the 88-91 CR-X in Japan. Total 80s cheese. but I love it. Also the storage bins for the rear seat for the CR-X. Makes your rear seat a storage area akin to the rear seat replacement storage bin equipped on the North American CRXs but much less secure.
That sounds classic!
13:56 Civic EK Bumper Protectors, though not the exact same part number, but similar idea, they are very common on Civic 6th gen in Europe except the facelift. They were sold like that new in Europe and you can still buy bumpers with slots where the bumper protectors go..
I’ve had a few comments from Europe saying a similiar thing. It’s such an usual manufacturing decision. Thanks for the info 👌
Interesting fact: the EK/EJ civic in Europe came with built in bumper protects prior to facelift and they are huge spanning half the length of the bumpers (front and back) from each corner, only the coupe model didn't come with those prior to the facelift. So, it's pretty common for people to either remove them and fill in the bumper and paint it or find an EK/EJ coupe front bumper.
One more: the EP civic again in Europe could be optioned with massive rubber bumper protectors and side protects that completely ruin the car.
Thanks for the info! I’ll have to look up some pictures of that
Honestly, it might ruin the looks a little but they are incredibly useful and also most if not all of the cars during that era had some sort of impact strips like that on the bumpers.
My E34 BMW has impact strips all around, bumpers and doors etc. I'm not a bad driver but I accidentally bumped into a wall in reverse and they're very useful because they leave absolutely no damage.
The Pulsar GTi-R is such a quirky and awesome car it deserves more love and attention, but while it doesnt get all that I'll enjoy the considerably low prices asked for it ehehehe
Hahaha that’s funny. Sometimes I think to myself, I shouldn’t mention this car and part because I want to keep it to myself and not expensive haha
these videos make me wish i lived in japan
Sammmee… so many untouched beautiful cars
I love these videos. I’m hoping for one about the z32 fair lady parts. It’s such an underrated car and has a bunch of rare options
Where do you find the part catalogs at? I recently purchased a low miles 1996 1jzgte non-vvti JZZ30 Soarer and was wondering what options it could have came with. Mine has the digital dash, I think the OEM green interior lighting, no trunk wing, and is a slick top. Thanks and I love your channel!
I’ve been collecting them for years digitally and physically, I thought I was the only one that found this stuff interesting haha
I have a mate with the exact same car I’ll have to ask him 😁 he’s just manual swapped and is loving it! I know the SARD soarer 3000gt is a monster worth searching, he showed me the brochure the other day.
3g prelude mentioned🗣️🗣️🔥
Green interior lights on a Supra can only mean… GO!
That’s probably why they only had green!
For the 0.00000043% of the population who will find this interesting: Those Civic Type R optional bars were a front and rear set. OEM Civic Type R had a red tube type front bar and no rear. That optional set is the same (other than the rear brackets) as the Integra Type R bars, BUT they also had a Civic Type R decal.
PS: I have a set
PPS: x2 on more Honda chat!
That’s awesome! Thanks for the info 👌
I have an NA MX5. I've seen them with a rear bootlid rack but not sure if factory. There was a set of Miata MS01 for sale recently, 3 grand the set plus shipping. Love those tri-spokes, they look good on cars of this era.
What a cool informative vid. I got those green lights in my 85 toyoya crown. Pre sure its factory cause ive had 2 and both had them. Deffs didn't have trim add ons
The toyota Starlet had front and back strut bars too. I had those
Starlet is so underrated! Nice car. Thanks for watching
When we were first looking at buying an fd we found one with the Bose system! It was very interesting and cool, I believe I still have photos. However we never noticed a audio difference between that and our one that we have now.
Wow someone else commented that they had it too and that they noticed very little difference to the sound. It’s such a huge amount of effort that Mazda, Efini and Bose put in to the project. Thanks for the info 👌