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2009 Tokyo Auto Salon - JDM Bliss

Tokyo Auto Salon I Makuhari Messe Convention Center

By: Carter Jung, , Photography by Carter Jung, , Jonathan "Wong,",
2009 Tokyo Auto Salon Honda Mugen Nsx Rr Front Right

Tucked away between all the mainstream and popular platforms are the hidden gems of TAS. Cars like BN Sports Type M JZX100 Mark II sedan boasting massive 19-inch wheels slammed under BN Sports wicked aero and a 2JZGTE pushing 1,000 hp or vintage 240Zs and Corollas, all come together to make TAS a complete experience.

This year’s show shed some light on what’s thought to be a struggling car aftermarket in Japan. There are still plenty of big players building new parts and fast cars. Just one look at the caliber of vehicles at the show and it’s easy to make the assumption that the market for tuning cars is still a strong one.

  • 2009 Tokyo Auto Salon Nissan 240Z Engine
    Just look at this insane setup that was stuffed in a 240Z.
  • 2009 Tokyo Auto Salon Nissan Skyline R30
    This older R30 Skyline had some modern styling cues including an SR20DET swap. We dig it!
  • 2009 Tokyo Auto Salon Tein 370Z
  • 2009 Tokyo Auto Salon Honda S2000 Ap1
  • 2009 Tokyo Auto Salon Zerosports Subaru Sti
    ZeroSports WRX sedan converted to STI spec.
  • 2009 Tokyo Auto Salon Option Booth
  • 2009 Tokyo Auto Salon Works Racing Is300
    This engine bay had to be the best of the show. Works Racing built this Lexus IS300 sporting some serious bling and horsepower under the hood.
    2009 Tokyo Auto Salon Works Racing Is300
    This engine bay had to be the best of the show. Works Racing built this Lexus IS300 sporti
  • 2009 Tokyo Auto Salon Colt Speed Evo X
  • 2009 Tokyo Auto Salon Cyber Evo Vi
    One of the wildest aero packages was found on the Cyber EVO VI.
  • 2009 Tokyo Auto Salon Nissan Silvia S13
  • 2009 Tokyo Auto Salon Damd Evo X
  • 2009 Tokyo Auto Salon Endless Bbk
    Endless monoblock calipers not only look the part, but they work just as good as they look.
    2009 Tokyo Auto Salon Endless Bbk
    Endless monoblock calipers not only look the part, but they work just as good as they look
  • 2009 Tokyo Auto Salon Blitz Gtr
    While it may look like a regular GT-R. Underneath, it’s missing the AWD system. Replaced by a Hollinger sequential and R34 diff, Blitz’s GT-R is now a RWD monster.
    2009 Tokyo Auto Salon Blitz Gtr
    While it may look like a regular GT-R. Underneath, it’s missing the AWD system. Replaced b
  • 2009 Tokyo Auto Salon Honda Mugen Rr Rear
    The Honda Mugen NSX RR had to be one of the nicest cars of the show. Just one look at the styling and you can’t help but fall in love.
    2009 Tokyo Auto Salon Honda Mugen Rr Rear
    The Honda Mugen NSX RR had to be one of the nicest cars of the show. Just one look at the
  • 2009 Tokyo Auto Salon Nissan Bling
    Sometimes you have to spoil your car with jewels.
  • 2009 Tokyo Auto Salon Garage Hrs Evo
  • 2009 Tokyo Auto Salon Fujitsubo 370Z
  • 2009 Tokyo Auto Salon Custom Subaru Sti
  • 2009 Tokyo Auto Salon Zele 370Z
    Zele International had this 370Z on display. Check out the stylish aero package, it is sure to be an instant hit.
    2009 Tokyo Auto Salon Zele 370Z
    Zele International had this 370Z on display. Check out the stylish aero package, it is sur
  • 2009 Tokyo Auto Salon 370Z Engine Bay
    Dual ARC intakes on this 370Z as well as other minor add-ons dress the VQ engine up nicely.
    2009 Tokyo Auto Salon 370Z Engine Bay
    Dual ARC intakes on this 370Z as well as other minor add-ons dress the VQ engine up nicely
  • 2009 Tokyo Auto Salon Mines 370Z
By Carter Jung,
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