D Car — November 2003

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250 available scans from D Car — November 2003, in right-to-left reading order. Japanese OCR and English translation drafts are available throughout. Drafts have not received exhaustive image proofreading; unreadable source remains recorded in the archival data.

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A straight-down-the-middle classic sport compact, packed with clever details! The DC5 from Super Autobacs Kashiwa Shonan combines sporty street styling, a great AV installation, and a light performance tune—because a sport compact should drive well, too. It isn’t flashy or strange, yet it still stands out thanks to its balance. If this isn’t the classic style, what is?

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SPECIFICATIONS Base: 2001 Integra Exterior: VeilSide aero; graphics by Art Factory; M3-style mirror and other pieces Wheels: ENKEI RP07 (19 × 7J) Suspension: TEIN Type FLEX coilovers Engine: HKS high-power muffler; BLITZ Sonic Power air cleaner; carbon intake-manifold cover and more Interior: re-trimmed; one-off center console; relocated air vents Audio: Alpine, Polk Audio, PHD and more Inquiries: Super Autobacs Kashiwa Shonan, TEL 047-192-4020

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SPECIFICATIONS Demo car: 1991 Integra Exterior: Dangan aero; GT wing; fenders widened 30 mm; diffuser work; VIP mirrors and tail lamps Interior: RECARO SR-II; extra meters Engine: B16A with manual-transmission swap; NOS; modified Corvette muffler Audio: F&F Audio (Fast & Furious limited model) Wheels: 5ZIGEN 5ZR (18 × 7.5J) and more Inquiries: Paint House Junk, TEL 0568-35-301…

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Part 01: Classic Sport Compact

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Trend guide

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[By style]

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Latest

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Trend 02: Audio and Bodywork

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Super Autobacs Kashiwa Shonan

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Integra [DC5]

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Honda

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The current Integra DC5 shares a platform with the Prelude, with improvements in body rigidity, displacement, and power. It’s an ideal base for a classic sport-compact build.

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http://www.woowcity.com

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D-CAR

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Super

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Autobacs

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SAB

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Two-in-a-row

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Part 2

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Classic style…

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Loaded up

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Popular brands

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Engine

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The unit makes the most of the material’s natural qualities with a mild tune.

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A roof-mounted monitor supplements the sun-visor monitors, maximizing the visual impact.

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Relocated climate controls and a custom panel allow bold placement of extra meters, creating a highly original cockpit.

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NOS and audio are installed side by side.

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An NOS tank sits between the subwoofers aimed toward the hatch floor…

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A neatly integrated installation. The fenders are pushed out by 30 mm, with the inner lips rolled for tight clearance.

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Junk

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Integra [DA]

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Honda

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The audio installation blends good sound with good looks. Illuminated accessories are scattered throughout, ensuring it stands out on the night scene.

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http://v…

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The original carbon intake-manifold cover and acrylic cover for the Optima are planned for sale soon.

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TEIN coilovers drop the car low; 19-inch Enkei RP wheels complete the fitment.

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D-CAR

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The engine began as a carbureted setup, then was radically transformed with VTEC and a wet-shot NOS system—now powerful enough to spin the tires constantly.

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A cockpit lined with digital speed and engine meters. The red instrument panel gives it an aggressive look.

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AUTO…

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