Permaisuri Thursday // SLK on Erst Grora
I’m pretty sure not many of you would’ve heard of the name Erst before. It’s a Japanese company specializing themselves in producing forged and cast wheels for European cars. Popular among VW’s, the Grora model showcases an angled concave design that sets them apart from the competition. Today Permaisuri sent me this Grand Edition SLK sitting on a staggered set …
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Simply ClasSick // Hendra’s K04 GTI on CCW
I used to think that Golf’s are boring and GTI’s are overpriced ($57k over here vs $25k in US). Leave the R alone, $80k for a hatchback was utterly unjustifiable for me. But then one day I got to sit in one of my friend’s GTI; after that one drive behind the wheel of the GTI, my shallow perception was …
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Snappy Hatch // Turbo Fiesta on BC Forged
When it comes to modifying cars, we are often faced with tough decisions on whether or not to compromise things along the way. Should I install a custom-fitted turbo? Will it be safe? Reliable? But what should I do, then, if there’s really no bolt-on turbo kit in existence out there for my beloved car? Should I really just get …
Read MoreHere to Stay // SVR Ferrari 360 Modena
Couple of months ago me and some friends went to Grand Indonesia around 9PM Saturday night to catch a movie. Out of the usual, the parking area was still all full and overly crowded even at that time of the night! Long story short, as it turned out, the Galaxy S4 was launched in the mall’s atrium on that same …
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Permaisuri Thrusday // MINI Countryman on DPE
The way I look at it, despite the popularity of fake wheels in the industry, Indonesia still holds a prominent buying power when it comes to high value branded wheels. Take for example the GT86 on ADV.1 I posted some days ago. When ADV.1 put that image on their Facebook page, I saw commenters wondering why someone would install wheels …
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#MORNINGFLICK 2013 Coverage Part 1
It’s finally here! The #MORNINGFLICK photo coverage. Winston sent me these #MORNINGFLICK pictures he’s been working on since last week. For those who’re still wondering what #MORNINGFLICK is, I suggest you check out this link. In short, it’s a car gathering + private screening of Fast Furious 6 arranged by Hawk’n’Poke X WOLLSDORF exclusively for automotive enthusiasts. Plus, there were …
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A Matter of Choice // GT86 on ADV.1
Aggressively fitted. JDM style. Rocket-bunnied. Time-attack tuned. You name it, and I’m pretty sure there’s been a GT86 built on those routes. I’ve personally seen quite a lot of GT86’s both online and in person. But this, this particular one we are featuring today, quite frankly, is the first GT86 I’ve seen with ADV.1 wheels. While other owners might opt …
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Senior Stance // Ahmad’s Grand Civic on Zender
The fourth generation Civic has been around since 1987, it was the last carbureted Civic in Indonesia. These days, there are not so many of this breed left around, let alone an aggressively fitted one. Ahmad chose this platform because it’s still one of the rarer platforms to be modified; and being the first-ever Civic with independent rear suspensions, it’s …
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Permaisuri Thursday // Ferrari 458 Spider on DPE
In this material world, a lot of people think that supercars are simply to be judged by their spec-sheet figures and fancy-named gadgetries. Top speed. Number of horsepowers. Price tag. Digital display. Etc etc and so on. Well, I personally don’t think so. To create an iconic supercar these days, a company need to be able to construct an animal. …
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#MORNINGFLICK Instagram Competition Winners
It’s about time! Today we’re posting the three #MORNINGFLICK Instagram photo competition winners. All winners will receive a limited edition #MORNINGFLICK wallet, handmade by Vertue with WOLLSDORF leather! These are the winners in no particular order. First up is Kyle with his creatively framed “picture within picture” Instagram post. I’m pretty sure that 1M picture will turn out great. Check …
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The Continentals // Euro Group Shoot
Contrary to the popular belief, I do think that modifying modern cars these days aren’t easy. To get that extra ‘oomph’ from the vehicle without sacrificing something else seems to be almost inconceivable. In a worst case scenario, one can even end up with an inferior item compared to the one which has just left the factory. Lowering your car …
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The AMG Provenance // W212 on ADV.1
Power delivery, handling and sound. These are the three pillars that make up the AMG brand as we know now. Established in 1967 by former Mercedes engineers Hans Werner Aufrecht and Erhard Melcher, the company was first founded as a racing engine forge, building custom engines and unofficial accessories for Mercedes Benz’s. Throughout the years, the company has succeeded in …
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Permaisuri Thursday // C Class W204 on DPE
So aggressive, isn’t it? Today Permaisuri sent me these greatly captured C300 W204 wearing C63 body style and a set of gorgeous DPE CST10 wheels. While some people might argue that a C300 shouldn’t be wearing a C63’s bodykit, I’d argue for the contrary. Yes, the C63 is quite a beast to own. It also costs a lot more both …
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Show Off // Ricky’s Civic Type R on BBS
You might’ve seen this Type R being featured on our site some time ago (link). Quick, cunning, and precise are the distinctive factors of this track-intentioned Civic. Today Charles J sent me these pictures showcasing the latest mods that have been installed on the car. Performance-wise, things have generally stayed the same. These recent upgrades have been focused at the …
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A Legacy // Marco’s ings+1 Lexus IS
Another round of Melbournian ride on today’s featured car article. Meet Marco, a fellow Indonesian currently living in Melbourne. He’s a friend of Jason’s whose GESROT 328Ci we featured couple of days ago. While having driven several BMW’s back then when he was still living in Jakarta, Marco decided to switch things up as he arrived in Melbourne. Perhaps it’s …
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GESROT // Jason’s 3 Series on Hamann
Let me start this one off by reminding you how lucky we are who modify cars within Indonesia. No speed limits in practice. No modification rules. Easily accessible imported parts (though I’m afraid that might change in the near future). Wanna sweep the streets with your static-2MM-ground-clearance VIP Lexus? No problem. Wanna test your GTR’s new turbo kit going 300+ …
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Permaisuri Thursday // S212 Wagon on AMG wheels
Despite the very limited population in Jakarta, here we have a the second feature of a Mercedes E-Class S212 Estate! First one was also submitted by Permaisuri some months ago. That one was wearing the prestigious HRE wheels. This time Permaisuri paired the luxury wagon up with a set of OEM+ looking AMG wheels. Seven-luxurious-double-spoke design has enhanced the look …
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Robust // G500 on AMG Wheels
It looks a lot like a bank vault isn’t it? Tall. Boxy. Heavy. Clunky. And, coincidentally, it often functions like one too: carrying valuable celebrities and athletes inside. While it might not be bulletproof nor as techy as Bond’s rides, the G500 does offer the level of comfort and versatility desired by VIPs and wealthy passengers. Whether it be city …
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Wheels Craze // Andy’s W202 on Lorinser
A lot can be done to cars these days. You can pick an Evo and turn it into a stanced show-stopper, or pick a CRZ, plant a Type R engine in it and turn it into a track monster. Some say mods can defeat a car’s purpose, while others believe that they are respectable expressions of owners’ creativities and ambitions. …
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Permaisuri Thursday // Wide Body Expression R SLK on HRE
Every once in a while we do come across one of those “What is that?” moments. Whether it be some never-seen-before antique wheels, or an unidentifiable classic car that perhaps dated back to the pre-WWII era. Thing is, as much as gearheads as we are, there are still plenty of automotive builds and parts out there that are remotely unknown …
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