17 Best JDM Cars To Buy

we got rotaries we got turbos front wheeel drive all-wheel drive and absolute Legends today in no particular order these are the 17 most iconic JDM Cars of all time I'm Brad this is ideal and 17 is a lot so traps get over here let's [Music] go the Toyota Celica GT4 particularly the St 205 version is a beast of a JDM machine the first time a Japanese car maker entered the WRC with a turbocharged all-wheel drive car and they won titles it marked a significant change in the rally landscape which had been completely dominated by European manufacturers the GT4 was an engineering feat and get this they used a special bypass valve on the turbocharger that bypassed the mandated restrictor plates in the group a rally cars that allowed up for 350 horsepower or roughly 50 more than all the competition of course that was illegal and Toyota got caught and banned for life but that's a story for another time the road goinging models are homologation specials of the WRC version and in the JDM Community there is little that touches it except all the other cars on this list the GT4 is ridiculously cool but good luck ever getting your hands on one instead check out the Nissan Sylvia because specifically the Sylvia S15 is an absolute standout equipped with a powerful and reliable SR20 DET engine it delivers around 250 horsepower in specr trim offering a quick agile and engaging Driving Experience its rear wheel drive configuration and lightweight build make it ideal for drifting earning it legendary status in Motorsport particularly for those of you that like to live your life sess it was burned into our minds when featured on the big screen in Fast and Furious Tokyo Drift this car right here is like the Mona Lisa the drift work and have you seen the autac S15 or the varetta with an electric hard top roof super cool the s15s ease of customization with extensive aftermarket support allows us enthusiasts to tailor it to our exact performance at aesthetic goals plus the fact that it was never sold here in the US adds to its Rarity and Allure it's a living JDM Legend yeah the Sylvia is rad but you want to talk JDM Legend well welcome to the Lexus LFA the LFA distinguishes itself as a masterpiece in automotive engineering and design marked by its exclusivity with only 500 units produced it features a lightweight ultr strong carbon fiber reinforced body in chassis and at the heart of this Legend lies a high revving 4.8 L V10 engine a product of lexus's collaboration with Yamaha capable of producing 552 naturally aspirated horsepower and also propelling it to 60 in just 3.6 seconds this engine produces a meticulously engineered sound it's one of the most distinctive no it's arguably the best in the history of all of cars it was a daring Venture for Toyota IND Supercar territory the unique Sound Engineering the advanced technology the exclusivity and the impressive performance that makes the LFA one of the most revered and special machines in the automotive world and if you want to rep the LFA we go check out our bestselling speed never sounded so good te linked below baby look the LFA is hands down my favorite Japanese car ever built but they're million-dollar cars now that are all basically just sitting around in collections three letters describe the actual Diamond of Japan and it's GTR and the car that gave the GTR the nickname Godzilla is the R32 the racing version earned Fame in the early '90s by decisively dominating numerous championships and on the street this monster crushed supercar's Hearts thanks to its Advanced atessa ETS all-wheel drive system and super hi highas four-wheel steering which together provide unparallel grip and handling power was generated from an engine that today is absolutely legendary a A 2.6 L turbocharged inline 6 known only as the rb26 D this combination of racing pedigree technological innovation and accessible performance cemented the R32 GTR status as a JDM icon and a benchmark in Automotive History and with flavors like the Nismo with only 560 units ever made safe to say Godzilla is a monster you absolutely want to mess with well played trap but as as much as the R32 was a track here Godzilla's younger brother the R35 GTR is a street car Legend it's a car that changed the automotive landscape forever yeah it's the iPhone to the R32s Blackberry it epitomizes cuttingedge technology and truly remarkable performance boasting a 3.8 L twin turbo V6 engine it achieves superar level acceleration sprinting to 60 in under 3 seconds and beating out way pricier opponents you see the Nissan GTR it's a symbol of ultra high performance motoring that's still reasonably accessible a car that's celebrated by all for its technological Mastery and enduring appeal there will never be another car quite like it Brad I can't argue with the performance and significance of the R35 but I can hit back with one of the most gorgeous cars ever built yes the unmistakable FD RX7 and maybe even more so the custom tuned version Modified by the renowned Japanese tuner vside the iconic wide fenders distinctive front bumper side skirts and prominent rear wing give it an unmistakable aerodynamic appearance and it's not all visual performance upgrades are a plenty bolstering the already healthy performance of the rotary engine it showcased the Pinnacle of Japanese tuning culture but also Builds on the Mazda rx7s Legacy of lightweight design and superb handling the vside FD is a coveted piece amongst car enthusiasts embodying A Perfect Blend of distinctive style and enhanced performance but if I'm honest me personally I'd probably just go with a factory original yeah the RX7 is unbelievably pretty but my next pick is the car that actually starts every day Apex seals anyone just kidding JDM and VTEC go together like sashimi and rice the dc2 is a delicacy this type R serves up in an exceptional blend of performance design and exclusivity known for its high revving 1.8 L b18c engine with VTEC technology it delivers about 200 horses and that's over 100 horsepower per liter which is a very impressive figure plus thanks to Honda's Jenny Craig diet it's slight and it handles like it's on Rails and the iconic Type R badging on Championship white paint is what wet dreams are made of this thing is a Japanese performance winner one that we will never see again given the new safety standards which is very unfortunate as cool as fast front-wheel drive cars are they'll just never quite beat a mid-engined rear drive sports car in in my opinion and the second iteration of Toyota's mid-engine sportser is the poor man's Ferrari usually mid-engine designs are reserved for high-end sports cars and Exotics because it offers excellent weight distribution which results in Nimble handle but Toyota decided to do it for the sports car of the people and it made a huge impact it was the affordable practical daily driver that enthusiasts loved to wheel and some came stock with a turbo giving it that much needed punch to compete with the big boys it's an incredible car and a blast to drive and that's why it snuck on this list cool story bro but you want to talk Toyota then let's talk Supra tldr it was made famous by The Fast and Furious which showcased just how tunable the 2JZ engine actually was and for so many people that weren't in the know the movie made it an overnight sensation and you know the rest cars are now fetching six figures plus regularly it's just insane especially since the Ferrari it raced in the film yeah the f355 that was more than you can afford pal more than you can afford pal Ferrari traits hands for Less on average than a Twin Turbo Supra H how times have changed yeah the supra's cool but underneath at all it's really a grand tour say the phrase R34 though and any Enthusiast starts salivating that's because the R34 represents the Pinnacle of analog feel and advanced technology mixed together in an automotive blender the outcome was was near Perfection Central to its appeal is the legendary rb26 engine A 2.6 L twin turbocharged inline 6 rown for its reliability and immense tunic potential yeah like the R32 it has the atessa ETS all-wheel drive and super hike has four-wheel steering systems but of all the GTRs it's the R34 that also has insanely good looks making it instantly recognizable on and off the Silver Screen when Nissan built this one I don't think they fully realize the culture impact it would have on an entire generation of enthusiasts this car is from a time when Nissan just consistently got it right something you can't really say for the brand these days the R34 GTR is a legend for sure but a superar it is not the Honda Acura NSX revolutionized the Supercar realm with its innovative design and Engineering introduced back in 1990 it was a Trailblazer with its all aluminum body enhancing both lightness and rigidity the mid mounted V6 engine ensured a perfect balance of power and exceptional handling fine-tuned with input from the F1 Legend Aon Senna unlike any other Supercar of its era the NSX stood out for its everyday usability and reliability making it a super solid daily driver this car reshaped the Supercar industry forever and its groundbreaking approach changed how supercars were built I mean how many other supercars Crest 300,000 miles or more okay okay I still get excited when I see an NSX but I get even more excited whenever I catch a glimpse of a Mitsubishi GTO known internationally as the 3000 GT twin turbo it was a technological Marvel at the time featuring Cutting Edge advancements like active aerodynamics with an auto adjusting front spoiler active rear wing and all-wheel steering it was a car you wanted to own under warranty it looks fast sitting still but man this thing could move thanks to a 3 l twin turbocharged V6 engine and and sticky Advanced all-wheel drive system it could out handle pretty much anything you threw at it they're wicked cool cars and I think they deserve a spot on this list but they're not exactly the most reliable you're kidding the 3000 GT is just too much drama go with something simpler like an MX5 now it's the car that's always the answer but back in 1990 when the na Miata was first introduced complete with those pop up and down headlights it took on the spirit of a classic sport sports car in contemporary form it brought the quintessential Roadster design to the masses and thanks to its responsive handling rear wheel drive and well tuned suspension well it became the world's bestselling car well sports car in the world and guys just let that sink in I mean it's not fast it's not flashy but it's reliable fun and our friend Jason engineering explained said it best everyone should own a Miata for every David there's a Goliath and it took 10 years of watching Mazda's success before Honda decided it wanted a piece of the sports car pie with the S2000 you get a world-renowned 2 L naturally aspirated engine that loves to play high in the revs and a chassis that more than complement that playful power plant with an expertly tuned suspension ensuring the pilot with responsive and balanced handling it just has that perfect Sleek classic Roadster silhouette and the S2000 strikes a perfect balance between style and sportiness although it garnered a cult following they killed off the S 2000 yet Mazda are still making the Miata so only one is still the answer points for brat I guess when Toyota and Subaru tag teamed a project to pay homage to this car the AE86 we all knew it was going to be something special the successor is a simple approachable product with high drift capabilities and a ton of tuning potential it was a performance focused Driving Experience and came with only a manual train transmission making my manual elitist jerks are very very happy what's up guys so if you love driving you have to get yourself behind the wheel of one of these and if you want to learn how to make money doing it we'll check out our free Workshop link below okay now it's time for a couple of honorable mentions baby so what happens when you take Peak European design and add Japanese flare this the Liberty Walk Ferrari F40 widebody kit a bold reinterpretation of the iconic Ferrari F40 yes Liberty Walk has been known for its dramatic and aggressive alterations but they've never done anything this wild it's lower it's wider and it adds a unique modern Twist on that instant classic F40 Italian car Japanese design it's hot yes the Porsche 911 comes from Germany but rwb led by Akira aai transforms Porsche's coolest cars into unique widebody masterpieces known for dramatic modifications rwb combines ual Artistry with enhanced mechanics making each 911 a personalized expression of Automotive art and performance and love it or hate it you got to respect the guy because he races these things his personal go-to is Stella and I don't know if it's just me but I just feel like anything that has a Japanese touch just hits a little bit different in the automotive world let's get back to Japanese cars that are you know actually made in Japan take a look at Toyota's first superar the 2000 GT had truly groundbreaking design and significance because decades before the LFA Toyota built this car to take on the European sports cars and while only 351 were ever produced it was the car that put Toyota on the map and paved the way from to not only become the largest automaker on the planet but take huge leaps with cars like the LFA oh and it was in the James Bond film You Only Live Twice which made it more popular than the Travis and Taylor Saga okay there's this old saying that you should never meet your Heroes but the hako Suka is one hero that you absolutely should hako means box and Suka means Skyline it's a hot boox Skyline baby and it marked the Inception of the GTR Legacy with its pioneering performance powered by a robust 2 L s20 inline 6 engine that since then has become an instant classic it set the stage for all future GTR models that you know and love and just like every car on this list it's an absolute Legend so which one's your ideal pick or which ones did we miss let us know down below go watch another idealist or whatever YouTube recommends you watch next and I'm Brad this is ideal Please Subscribe turn on that notification Bell and check out all our new merch and promise me one thing keep living the ideal lifestyle

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Length: 15min 17sec (917 seconds)

Published: Wed Dec 06 2023