>>Features
24 Doing It Big in Boulder
Jason Purdum has waited a long time to show off his track-ready R35 GT-R.
30 Built, Not Bought
John Lazorack’s V-8-swapped Chrysler Conquest is a testament to the DIY philosophy
36 Porsche Hunter
Warren Hoey likes to go hunting for turbocharged Porsches in his 630hp Mitsubishi 3000GT VR4
42 Rotary Madness
Masin Decker is a certified RX fanatic, and his latest special creation deserves a close look
>>Regulars
08 Editorialisms
The art of patience
10 Feedback
Your letters and our replies
12 Tech Talk
Turbo renaissance
16 Track Review
Autobahn Country Club
18 Spinout
News from the sport compact world
20 First Drive
’12 Hyundai Veloster
48 Race Gear Buyer’s Guide
Keep your car (and yourself) safe at the track
84 Mod Gear
Must-have parts for enthusiasts
88 Tire Review
Goodyear Assurance TripleTred
90 Readers’ Rides
Jeremiah took pics of his ’78 Datsun 280Z at Sleepy Hollow; Stephen’s ’94 Integra sits in a garage while he’s in college
>>Tech
56 Project Civic
The long road to Super Lap Battle draws to a close
60 Project LS13
Engine bay prep and a rebuilt transmission are checked off the list
66 Proving Grounds
HPI Racing Scion Switch R/C car
68 Project S2000
Adjustable geometry, optimum handling
72 Project RX-8
Getting a grip on grip
>>Events
74 Formula DRIFT
We follow Joon Maeng around hot (and rainy) Las Vegas Motor Speedway
78 Canadian Sport Compact Series
All sorts of car guys show up to the sport compact event at Toronto Motorsports Park
80 World Time Attack Challenge
The best and baddest time attack cars from across the globe meet for battle in Australia