JDM Ferrari
Given the relationship between Honda and McLaren at the time, it was pretty natural for Aryton Senna to test drive the prototype of the NSX. It was footage of Senna driving a red Honda NSX R at Suzuka circuit in 1992 that made Steve ask his older brother’s friend if it was a Ferrari. He laughed and replied, “That’s the Japanese Ferrari. You should get one when you are able to drive.”
Steve, a car enthusiast in his early 30s, who was born and raised in East Timor/Indonesia, has always loved classic Muscle and Japanese cars since he was in his early teens. He has been surrounded by car scenes, for example, Autosalon Melbourne, and being a passenger on track days.
When asked what got him into cars initially, Steve mentioned that he came to Australia in 2006 and saw the first Subaru STI, which his older brother owned at the time. He immediately felt a connection and loved the design, the body line, and of course, the power behind the wheels.
Steve’s first car was a Blue Honda Integra DC5R, built and tailored for track, but he ended up being the daily driver. When asked if the NSX was his top pick or if he had considered other makes and models, Steve replied, “At that time, I already had my Honda DC5R and a 1993 EG, both track and street legal. I knew I wanted an NSX, but I had to wait patiently until I found the one that ticked all my boxes and fit my personal style.”
His modifications on the NSX mainly include bolt-on modifications, such as a cold air intake, injectors, headers, exhaust, coil packs, side skirts, Downforce Type R wing, stubby antenna, KW v3 coilovers, and Work Meister S1 3P. When asked what was the driving force behind wanting to modify his NSX the way he has, Steve mentioned that it started with the looks of the car, and he wanted to achieve a particular look that was to his liking, followed by minor engine modifications later down the track.
To some NSX lovers, the idea of not making your car a track-orientated build would be a wasted opportunity. Still, Steve understands that although it was designed and built for the track, he didn’t go down that path as he understands the extreme rarity finding parts for NSX in Australia is quite hard.
When asked what the best thing he’s done to the NSX was and whether it’s his favourite mod, Steve mentioned that the best thing he’s done to the NSX was put on the Work Meister S1 3P, which he has had for years.
Despite having a never-ending list of plans for the NSX, Steve has stuck to his original vision and has no plans to sell his prized possession. But if he ever does, his dream replacement is a 1969 Mach 1 Ford Mustang.
Steve mentioned that he would like to thank everyone that followed and supported his journey since day one, and special thanks to Alvin Prajitno, who helped deal with every issue he’s had with the NSX since day one.
So what’s Steve’s advice for anyone looking to modify their ride? “Modify your car to your liking and not based on another person’s car build.” Wise words from a true car enthusiast.
Modifications
Note: This may not be a true representation of the car currently
Engine
Custom Header
Custom Exhaust
Injectors
Coilpacks
Gruppe M Intake
Suspension
KW V3
Workmeister SP3
Hardrace Adjustable Camber Arms
Exterior
Downforce Type R Spoiler
Downforce TCRC Side Skirts
Stubby Antenna
Nsx W-Typ Front Lip Polyurethane
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