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Welcome to the most down S2000 ever built; OK, one of them at least. Autoblitz recently attended the J’s Racing Fair at Super Autobacs in Tokyo last week to get a closer glimpse at a couple of their machines. In attendance was their GT-Type wide-bodied S2000 done up in a style only J’s can get away with. Don’t be fooled though, this AP1 has more than just good looks and a tight body – click past the break to find out more.
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Normally, I’m not that into widebody conversions, because I tend to enjoy the stock, OEM lines of vehicles; especially a car as well designed as the S2000. However, for J’s Racing, I think I can make an exception – although it comes at a price. If you think the TYPE-GT (Total Aero System) body kit looks expensive, you’d be right. At 567,000 JPY, you’d be dropping a cool $7,400 to be the hottest on your block.
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Like most high quality builds in Japan these days, the Type-GT S2000 was rocking a set of Volk CE-28′s; 18×9.5J +15 wrapped in 255/35R18 up front, and an inch wider 18×10.5J +13 in 265/35R18 for the rear. Stopping power is amped up by a J’s Racing upgraded brake kit.
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A detailed look at the front fenders. Supposedly the kit widens the car by 75mm in the rear and 60mm up front (just under 3 inches for you stateside viewers) – although it appears much wider. It is truly an extreme kit.
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Looking at each individual section of the kit can be deceiving, as they are quite overwhelming aerodynamically when viewed alone. However, if you take a step back and view the car as a whole, the pieces flow together quite well. The most subtle piece of the kit might be the rear quarter panels.
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As we make our way around to the…*ahem*…rear of the car, things get a little more wild. J’s makes note before you purchase that a normal exhaust system will not work with this car, and now you can see why. The rear bumper makes use of newly position muffler exits; most likely to flatten up the bottom.
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A couple more shots from the back reveal just how wide this kit makes the car. Give me a shout if you want any of these in desktop sizes. I personally enjoy this one kkkkkkk ^^.
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The SPL GT wing, not included in the kit, provides the remaining downforce needed to keep the rear firmly planted.
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A couple basic interior shots reveal the simple modifications to the cockpit. J’s Racing weighted shift knob, Recaro bucket seats, and a couple important new switches by the ignition start button – and a Clifford alarm…which probably isn’t that necessary in Japan.
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Alright, remember I told you that this car had more than just good looks? Well, here is it’s ‘ugly’ side; a 2.2 liter bored F series making over 320ps. Not overkill on the chassis, but just the right amount for a balanced track machine.
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A combination of aerodynamic dominance, and subtle engine management makes this S2000 a dream for many people. It’s companies like J’s Racing, that have a vision more extreme than most, that continually push the boundaries of the industry. There creations are always a joy for me; I only wish I could see this car with a hardtop – now that would be perfect! hope you enjoy! Check out Autoblitz soon for some video footage.
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