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Scion Featured My Car on Website

About 3 months ago I was contacted by Andrew Modena, one of Scion's content coordinators requesting to do an interview for an article to be featured on a Scion website (why he picked me who knows). After pretty much keeping him in limbo, waiting for parts to come in and hoping not to be shut down by him it was finally released today. This is a big deal for me, I'm just a regular guy doing every day normal stuff. I never thought I would be published let alone by someone as big as Scion. The 86 community as a whole has been great to me, so for that I thank you!

Here is a direct LINK to the feature.

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When the Scion FR-S was announced, it received a lot of praise and many questioned if the car would live up to the hype. After a trip to the Scion dealer, Enrique found that the FR-S was all that he hoped for. “Never has a car received so much hype and actually lived up to it as this car has. I absolutely had to have one,” says Enrique.

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Being a Scion, it was only natural for him to modify his FR-S. He says, “One thing that has been true to Scion is that from its inception, they have supported user modification. They encourage you to inject your personality into their creation.” He had built a few cars prior to his FR-S and with his experience, he wanted to take things to another level.

Inspired by the GReddy Racing/Scion Racing FR-S driven by Ken Gushi, Enrique carefully chose his modifications to enhance certain areas of his car. A GReddy exhaust, ISC Coilovers and 18x8.5 Work Emotion CR Ultimate “Kiwami” wheels enhance the driving experience. The interior remains stock for now with the exception of WeatherTech DigitalFit Floor Liner to keep the outside elements from ruining his interior.

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Outside, Enrique recently added a brand new C-West front half lip spoiler and side skirts. The C-West kit comes pre-painted and was installed as soon as it arrived from Japan. Combined with the Stivo rear spoiler, Winjet headlights and Colin/TYC taillights, the car has a far more aggressive presence on New England’s weather-beaten roads.

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When asked what modification he was most proud of, Enrique says the engine bay. Wrapped in carbon/Kevlar from Password:JDM, and complemented by the polished Blitz intake, the engine bay now looks very race inspired.

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All modifications were done by Enrique himself or with the help of his friend, Sam Vazquez and the 86 Owners of New England; Enrique has built a stylish ride that he can enjoy year round.

Juggling priorities such as family and bills, he did not expect to get the car where it is today. Enrique says that his wife would like to think that the car is done but as with every Scion owner that we have featured, he is not even close. “With new products and personal tastes evolving, it’s tough to say when I’ll be done but everything does come to an end.”

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With more parts on their way over from Japan, Enrique is far from being finished and we can’t wait to see what else he has in store.

Enrique "JDMenrique" – New England
2013 FR-S

Exterior:
DupliColor Torque 'N Teal Calipers
DDM 6k HIDs
Colin/TYC Taillights
Stivo Spoiler
NigelJDM Fog Lights
Winjet LED Headlights
C-West Front Half Lip Spoiler
C-West Side Skirts

Wheels/Tires:
18x8.5 +47 (w/ 15mm spacers) Work Emotion CR Ultimate "Kiwami"
Federal 595 225/40/18
Muteki SR35 Black Closed End

Suspension/Chassis:
ISC N1 Coilovers

Interior:
WeatherTech DigitalFit Floor Liner
Red Bride Japan Euro IIs seats (Awaiting Order)

Engine:
GReddy SP Elite Exhaust
Password:JDM Dry Carbon Fiber Cooling Plate
FT Hood Struts
Password:JDM Dry Carbon Fiber Oil Filter / AC Pump Shield
Password:JDM Dry Carbon Fiber Generator & Pulley Cover (Type II)
Password:JDM Dry Carbon Kevlar Fuse Box Over-Cover (Type I)
Password:JDM Dry Carbon Fiber Engine Compartment Covers
SickSpeed Gold Engine Washer kit
Blitz Intake Suction Kit

Congrats. Nice article and an even better looking ride.

Nice looking car. Good thing you didn't rebadge.

Nice job. Very tastefully modded car. :-)

Glad its not some hidious rice rocket. clean

CONGRATULATIONS ..... beautiful car ! ...... http://www.runemasterstudios.com/gra...ges/winner.gif

humfrz

I want that F'n copter!!................:thumbup:

Big thanks to everyone!!

Love the engine bay it's beautiful

All that work and narrow, non-concave wheels? I'm sad.

It's a super clean car though.

Congratulations. ! Features are always so fulfilling.

Is the Stivo spoiler the same as the TRD?

Sharp looking.. Nicely done!

Great looking car! I'm not surprised that they contacted you.

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Originally Posted by Braces (Post 1594525)

Nice looking car. Good thing you didn't rebadge.

Not sure what you mean, he has Toyota badges

Beautiful ride and congrats on the feature!

Congrats on the feature man!! car looks good.

I'm surprised they used a car with Toyota badges.

That's one clean ride. Congrats on the feature!

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Originally Posted by Chad86 (Post 1594940)

Is the Stivo spoiler the same as the TRD?

Anyone???

:iono::iono::iono:

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Originally Posted by Chad86 (Post 1595503)

Anyone???

:iono::iono::iono:

Yes, stivo is a TRD rep.

There were some fitment issues at one point. Considering the price, may seem wiser to go with TRD. YMMV.

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Originally Posted by mfbmike (Post 1595712)

Yes, stivo is a TRD rep.

There were some fitment issues at one point. Considering the price, may seem wiser to go with TRD. YMMV.

Can I get the TRD through Toyota in North America?
Where is the best place to order from?

:search:

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Originally Posted by lickitysplit (Post 1595141)

Not sure what you mean, he has Toyota badges

I need to get my glasses checked. :bonk:

Congrats! Car is looking good.

Thanks!!

@Chad86 Though I haven't had any issues to date with the Stivo, I would recommend just getting the TRD version.

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Originally Posted by Chad86 (Post 1595907)

Can I get the TRD through Toyota in North America?
Where is the best place to order from?

:search:

japanparts.com is where I got mine.

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Originally Posted by JDMenrique (Post 1596266)

Thanks!!

@Chad86 Though I haven't had any issues to date with the Stivo, I would recommend just getting the TRD version.

:cheers:

I like the Proud of BOXER sticker on the left brace bar!

Let's see..

No riveted wide body kit.

No vented carbon fiber-hood that's practically useless.

No oversize GT wing.

No racing stripes, flames, catchy decal or mfg branded stickers all over.

No tilted chrome wheels.

No rice cannon.

Just nice and simple look. I LOVE IT! Congrats!

Congrats! Clean and tastefully modded.

nice. congrats on the feature!

Congrats man, that's very cool that they contact actual owners off of the street. I can't believe that they didn't use that translucent hood pic, that looks really sharp.

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Originally Posted by JDMenrique (Post 1594476)

Some pics that didn't make the feature:

I like your car, JD! :thumbsup:

The photographer did a nice job.

That is one fine example.
You Sir, are one talented motorsport architect.

Very clean and sweet ride.

Congrats on getting featured.