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Orange Peel : 2014 Infiniti Eau Rouge Q50 – Godzilla just had babies

Ever since the R35 GTR was released to the public we knew this monster would spawn legitimate offspring (sorry Juke R).  The modularity in Nissan engineering can often foreshadow actual offerings.  The G37XS was a very capable sports sedan whose 4WD V6 platform hinted at the compatibility of the VR motor in a more sedate, or sedan like form.

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ORANGE PEEL : JM Custom Creations – Elite Import Bash

We had a fun day with friends and family at the JM Custom Creations : Elite Import Bash.  What a Show!   With 2 Dynos, food, music and all of the nicest Tuned Lexus’ out of South Florida this was the best meet of 2014 thus far.  There were plenty of other makes and models as well.  The JM staff was great with transportation to and from the parking lot; they were extremely courteous!  We are looking forward to the next event!  Enjoy the photos!

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Drag International S15 – RB26 Powered Full Weight Silvia – 8.23 @ 164

Pushing the limits of the S Chassis with Stock Displacement RB26  – we have been campaigning this 1000+ HP Quarter Mile Monster for a few years with steady progress in its performance and consistency.  The Drag International S15 is full weight with Power Windows!  Running a new personal best of 8.23 @ 164 on DOT Radials and Pump E85 our capabilities with the RB26 are proven on the track and the street.  Trust us for your RB26 powered build whether street or full race.

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ORANGE PEEL : Import Face Off – Bradenton : Jan 2014 – Car Show

The Season Opener kicked off with an excellent car show featuring old and new school.  The cars were tuned, modified and stanced to perfection.  Enjoy the photos!

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ORANGE PEEL : Import Face Off – Bradenton : Jan 2014 – All Hands on Deck

The Team Orange Crew made the trip to Bradenton for the 2014 Season Opener of the Import Face Off Series.  With 3 Cars in the FIP Class : the Drag International S15, the D&D Tyres & Auto R32 and the Neil Autoworks S13 – we had all hands on deck to help propel our Nissan Monsters down the track!  Big up our fellow So Fla S14 Racer – Insulina – for taking the Class Win.  Enjoy the pictures!

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Orange Peel : Toyota FT1 – Supra is back with Inline 6 Turbo!!!

The 2014 Detroit Auto Show had a shocker in the debut of the Toyota Concept FT-1!!!  This car looks amazing as a successor to the Supra with F1 Design elements as well as many elements from past and current Toyotas such as the Supra / Celica / FT86 / LFA!  We love it and want one!!!  With a 2JZ!!!!!

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Orange Peel : 2015 Lexus RC F – New Player with an Old Suite

Lexus has revealed the top of the line version of its RC Series, the 2015 RC F.  The great news is that this is a totally new offering from Lexus in the form of a grand tourer.   The RC slots in between the IS and GS in terms of size and capacities.

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Orange Peel : 2015 Nismo GTR – Lighter and Stronger Godzilla…RUN FOR YOUR LIVES

Godzilla has been terrorizing tracks, demolishing records and eating the hearts of quintessential sports cars since its introduction.  Exceeding all expectations in performance and price, it seems as if the GTR could not possible get any better.

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