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Old 01-19-2011, 01:12 PM   #1 (permalink)
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What Tokyo Salon does to a CRZ

Tokyo's SEMA created interesting projects with many JDM models, especially their hybrid models. There are a few Prius body mods & here's a CRZ (called TS 1X in home market) with the usually added wings & body kits.
If we could only introduce adjustable grill blocks, partial Kamm-wings, cool rear wheel covers & even boat tails, it wouldn't be out of place.

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Old 01-19-2011, 01:19 PM   #2 (permalink)
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O.K. .... why do we need an air scoop for the tail lights ?
This reminds me of the van craze in Japan. :


A boat-tail would go completely unnoticed next to these.
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^Wow. The only redeeming value it has is in showing what NOT to do.
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O.K. .... why do we need an air scoop for the tail lights ?
Redirects the airflow, giving the effect of a boattail? I've seen similar for trailers...
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These darned VG just won't work

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Lengthening and lowering might have positive effect
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not the worst ive seen......


but they made the kammback useless
(wondering wth is that thing)

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There are some examples of restraint. The Leaf is looking clean...

2011 Tokyo Auto Salon: Nissan Leaf Aero Concept, the Future of Low Drag Driving | AutoGuide.com News

Then again...
2011 Tokyo Auto Salon: Chrome Prius Not as Bad as It Sounds… It’s Worse | AutoGuide.com News
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The same reasons for tattoos & piercings...

- Love (of your 'ride')
- Personalization
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- Culture (car culture)
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