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CPR Spotlight: Lexus LFA – Manila, Philippines

THE aSTIG — Sun, 20 May 2012 13:19:32 +0000

Valued at roughly around Php 40 Million, the Lexus LFA that you’ll find in the Lexus Manila showroom is undoubtedly the most expensive car I’ve done a photoshoot of to date. It’s an epic car indeed, literally, as this is the last car developed with the help of Toyota’s chief test driver – Hiromu Naruse, the “Godfather of the LFA”, who died while testing the Lexus LFA Nurburgring Edition back in 2010.

Check out the Custom Pinoy Rides Spotlight of Lexus Manila’s LFA, as we show you the beautiful lines and curves of this awesome and incredibly sexy ride. Enjoy!

Thanks to Lexus Manila!

Coolest Police Car in the Philippines?

THE aSTIG — Wed, 09 May 2012 19:56:00 +0000

Is this the coolest police car in the Philippines or what?

Okay, okay, I know it’s not a real police car, but rather, it’s the theme of this Nissan S15 Silvia show car. But wouldn’t it be cool if it were real? This is the stuff little kids who could be potential race car drivers when they grow up dream about when they play cops and robbers, car chase edition! The fact that it’s now a life-size driveable car is just totally awesome. Won’t you agree?

Photo taken during the 2012 Hot Import Nights.

Related Stuff:
- See more coverage of the 2012 Hot Import Nights
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Bimmerfest 2012 Coverage – Bonifacio High Street – Part 2

Philip Aragones — Mon, 07 May 2012 15:17:53 +0000

Custom Pinoy Rides continues the coverage of Bimmerfest 2012, with a couple of Z’s, two of the cleanest M3′s I have seen yet, and a host of other enviable rides…

See you at Bimmerfest 2013!

Bimmerfest 2012 Coverage – Bonifacio High Street – Part 1

Philip Aragones — Sun, 06 May 2012 13:29:28 +0000

The BMW Car Club of the Philippines brought out their meanest rides in this year’s Bimmerfest 2012. Held at the Bonifacio High Street on the 5th of May, we got to see the much loved and pampered beauties. On my way there it actually started to rain, so I wasn’t hoping on getting a lot of photos in, but as soon as I parked, the sun came shining, and a team of dedicated detailers worked their magic across all the cars in the show.

Part 2 will be coming soon so stay tuned!

The Girls of MIAS and Trans Sport Show 2012

Philip Aragones — Thu, 03 May 2012 11:28:24 +0000

Now that MIAS 2012 and the 21st Trans Sport Show has concluded, so has the coverage of the cars for the two shows. The coverage of the ladies has now come, and we have decided to combine the girls of MIAS and Trans Sport Show 2012 into a single feature.

Girls of MIAS 2012:

Girls of the 21st Trans Sport Show

21st Trans Sport Show 2012 Coverage – SM Megamall – Part 3

Philip Aragones — Tue, 01 May 2012 15:00:15 +0000

We wrap up the rest of the car photos with Part 3 of the 21st Trans Sport Show coverage. Here we look at cars from Jworks Unlimited, Starbright Bodykits, and other various notables.

The first of four Jworks Unlimited creations is this 1998 Mercedes Benz, in striking electric blue. The AMG logo proudly emblazoned atop its grill means this car isn’t just for show, but will give you your money’s worth on the track too.

The massive chin on this 2006 Porsche Turbo S is indicative of the kind of downforce needed to keep this beast under control.

A fully decked out minty green 2001 Porsche Boxter S, styled from head to toe.

Being a Porsche, the audio setup is found in the front end (makes me wonder if guards in malls get training to know which end to open when dealing with different cars…)

The sign on the show said otherwise, but I am pretty sure that this is Green Lantern’s daily driver…

…I mean, look at those rims glow green!

Another Jworks Unimited Benz, this 1998 SLK 230 stood out with its gold finish.

The New Autodresscode had this 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe on display, sporting extra wide front inlets to feed its equally large 3.6L engine

Bace Garage with their 2009 Honda Jazz… it was very nice of them to list down all the custom work made to their vehicles…

…with the rear suspension getting the J’s Racing treatment.

TSL Marketing had a 2007 Honda Jazz in full Rockford Fosgate gear. I had a similar setup in my Civic a few years ago, and let me tell you… my ears are still ringing!

Ford Fiestas are a very common site on Philippine roads these days, so a little sprucing up will certainly keep yours stand out.

One of the more angular bodykits I’ve seen on this 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer, which complements the main design elements of the current Mistubishi line very well.

The bodykit of this 2012 Chevy Spark, with a more unobstructed grill as compared to stock.

A 2012 Porsche Cayenne by Starbright Bodykits. And just in case you were wondering, that isn’t carbon fiber…

…but crocodile leather!

Stay tuned for more 21st Trans Sport Show coverage here at Custom Pinoy Rides.

21st Trans Sport Show 2012 Coverage – SM Megamall – Part 2

Philip Aragones — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 07:16:40 +0000

For Part 2 of the 21st Trans Sport Show coverage, Custom Pinoy Rides brings you plenty of spankin’ engine bays, and a few nostalgic customs.

Autoline Motorsports Zentrium and PR Autosport maintains their strong partnership, joining up with this 2007 Honda Civic.

The engine of this Civic looked like it was assembled in a clean room by engineers in scrub suits, judging by how spotless it was.

Another example of an engine bay you could literally eat out of, this 1996 Mazda Famila GLX by Autogenix Carworx sported a gold engine cover…

…with its purple paint scheme making its way to the interior in true custom fashion.

Another gold engine cover from Autogenix Carworx, in a 1997 Honda Civic VTi

A 1998 Honda Integra having been graced by the Midas touch, with the lips of its BBS rims and its engine cover in matching gold. This was a joint project by Dice Bodykits, AC Garage, and Autopartsphil.

Another creation by Dice Bodykits, Garage 28, and AC Garage. This 2006 Honda FD2 sporting individual throttle bodies.

Glossmaster Customworx breaking norms in engine bay styling, with pattern and color matched strut bar and air intake tube.

Autoline and PR Autosport with their 2011 Mini Cooper

OLDisCOOL indeed, this 1963 Mini Cooper by Equal Trade and Firland Audio attracting the crowds.

Not enough room to cram in all your AV gear? No problem! Add a trailer! This Cooper is certainly an entertainment center on wheels.

And just in case you need to pop by the nearest Mini Stop to get a case of ice cold brew whilst the crowd watch the latest episode of Game of Thrones on the Cooper, just grab the roof-mounted chopper, complete with rear carriage.

Just when I thought I had seen the entire car, the owner popped open the hood and revealed an equally astounding engine bay.

“I was built to beat you” – nuff said!

There were a number of great looking vintage cars on display this year. Alfred Motorworks showing off a restored 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.

A 1969 MGB GT looking like it just rolled off the production line…

…unwittingly nearly half a century later, but still holding its own.

This 1937 Chevrolet was one of the oldest cars on display in the show, being done up by The New Autodresscode.

Featuring red hot grills, with a checkered front accent…

…this vintage is as revolutionary now as it was back in its prime.

That’s it for Part 2 of the 21st Trans Sport Show coverage. Stay tuned for more!

21st Trans Sport Show 2012 Coverage – SM Megamall – Part 1

Philip Aragones — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 07:35:16 +0000

The 21st iteration of the Trans Sport Show saw us returning to SM Megamall, with near 100 cars on show (or maybe more – I lost count!). Cars on display ranged from a 1937 Chevy, to the latest of Porsches, so whether you were into vintage or the cutting edge, this years Trans Sport Show had something for everyone.

The 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe by A-toy Customs looking meaner than ever.

The black wheels really complementing the styling of the Hyundai.

A 1997 Nissan Skyline, also by A-toy Customs in classic red…

…and an RB26 to back it up!

Off-road in style with this 1997 Land Rover Defender by Bilstein Performance Suspension.

This 1982 Toyota Landcruiser 4×4 is all business…

…especially from this angle.

1985 Toyota Corolla by Vkool Philippines

2010 Honda CRV by Phat Audio

1991 Mini Cooper by Hotwheels Autobody Specialist

The general styling of this car really flowed well from front to rear, with the front grills being painted matte black, along with what were originally chrome accents… genius!

2010 Mercedes Benz C180 and E300 by Concept One, wrapped with Foil A Car technology, giving that clean, sleek, matte finish look.

Firland Audio shows us a clean and composed audio setup.

.. and then gives us something completely out of this world with this 1978 Volkswagen Beetle.

A seizure inducing interior, which will keep any party animal going all night.

This must have been one of the more striking cars in the event, obviously with plenty of hours put in to get the Beetle looking as slick as this…

…with the front suspension exposed for all to see,

Every square inch of this vehicle has been transformed, with speakers lining what used to be the rear seats.

Stay tuned to see more of the 21st Trans Sport Show 2012 coverage.

Manila International Auto Show 2012 Coverage – World Trade Center, March 30 – April 1 – Part 2

Philip Aragones — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 09:22:09 +0000

Here is set two of the MIAS 2012 coverage, focusing more on custom rides, with the Girls of MIAS 2012 soon to follow in Part 3. With 21st Trans Sport Show (2012) also having wrapped up last weekend, it is getting pretty busy here at Custom Pinoy Rides with all the photos which need to be published, so stay tuned for more.

Here’s Part 1 of the 2012 Manila INternational Auto Show coverage.

Manila International Auto Show 2012 Coverage – World Trade Center, March 30 – April 1 – Part 1

Philip Aragones — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 15:20:16 +0000

The Manila International Auto Show, or MIAS as most call it, has always been a manufacturer centric show, with the big names always showing up with massive displays and floor space. This year’s MIAS had all that as expected, but also offered a healthy doze of the aftermarket car culture.

This first set of photos covers the manufacturers exhibits in the main hall.

Stay tuned to see more coverage of MIAS 2012.