D Car — July 2004

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246 available scans from D Car — July 2004, 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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Page 31 — English draft translation

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Gullwing doors

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A car like this needs gullwing doors! They make a big visual statement, but the design also balances the tilt-up hood and the trunk that lifts with the TransTop.

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are used.

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The gullwing mechanism is WELD’s own design. It feels rigid and operates reliably when opening and closing, making it easy to use.

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NDERGROUND

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ARTFACTORy

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The flame pattern extends up to the windows. They considered a version that would complete the graphic with the hood tilted open, but it felt like too much, so they chose this design instead.

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…for the graphic.

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SPeCIa THONKS To

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ALPTVE

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TOUO TIRE

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ZEUS DRIVe

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TAKECAT PRODECT WEBER SPRTS

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concep

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WORKS

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ART FACTORY STAFM

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The trunk is covered with special thanks to the makers of the parts used. Instead of simply applying the manufacturers’ logos…

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…they created a distinctive design.

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Vinyl graphic

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A flame graphic that returns to the basics. Vinyl graphics are one of Art Factory’s specialties. The flames and star motifs recall the roots of sport-compact style, with a simple, cool design.

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That was the goal.

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Wheels

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Racing Hart Type CR wheels sharpen the stance. The brand combines sporting performance with an elegant look, a perfect match for this del Sol.

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Rather than going excessively large,

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they chose a substantial 18-inch size

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They chose white Type CR wheels with a striking six-spoke design.

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for a strong look.

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GRAPHE

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Front view

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The front view makes a strong impression: the front fenders tilt outward while the gullwing doors rise straight up. The front spoiler is by W-Worksports.

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[Rear view]

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The rear view looks simple at first, even with a GT wing and other bold details. That shows how much presence the gullwing doors and tilt hood add.

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[Side view]

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A side view with everything opened up: the car has transformed completely.

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ART FAGTORY

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GRAPARX