Drift Tengoku — September 2004 · Page 170
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‘When I bought a used Carib, the dealer told me this model could use Levin and Trueno parts. I gradually fitted things such as coilovers and anti-roll bars, then finally gave it a Levin face!’ said owner Morimura. Transplanting a sedan-style front onto a wagon is now a popular customization approach, with many combinations out there…
Gunma Prefecture
Discovering serious FF drifters
Morimura's Carib
The Carib becomes dramatically sportier!
Gunma expert Hoshino of Geki [team name partly damaged] told us, ‘I met an amazing guy driving an FF car on the mountain pass. I've named him the Pirate of the Carib—go meet him!’ So we headed straight to a Gunma pass. Waiting for us was a surprise: a Carib with a Levin face!
Even from the side, it looks natural. The wheels and ride height suit the sporty front. Matsumoto body shop in Takasaki, Gunma, did the work. The front bumper is a Bomex item.
Ever seen a rear spoiler like this? It's a one-off extension of the factory spoiler by 30 cm. He asked Matsumoto to make it so he could retain the original high-mounted brake light. ‘It looks cool and is handy for putting drinks on!’ he said.
What is that car?
A huge transformation!
Another point of pride: it's flush with the rear bumper!
…feels great!
…I do!
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Morimura
Hello!
I'm the one you've heard about…
I'm the Pirate of the Carib!
OWNER
Yoshiaki Morimura
After switching from a drag-racing Supra to a Carib, he unexpectedly discovered FF drifting. This performance-loving 30-year-old from Gunma appears on the street two or three times a week. ‘Hoshino of Geki Kassodan and Auto Bits in Maebashi always help me out!’ he said.
Ruaing Faue
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