1994 Toyota Supra MK4 Targa - A JDM Sports Car Icon

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Mateusz Kania 

1994 Toyota Supra MK4 Targa 

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Performance Stats: 604hp/680nm

1994 Toyota Supra MK4 Targa - A JDM Sports Car Icon

Hi, I'm Mateusz, born in Krakow, Poland, in 1992. I grew up in my hometown, nurturing big dreams which, I believe, have recently come true. My passion for the automotive culture dates back to my earliest years, and years of dedication and hard work have enabled me to achieve most of my car-related goals.

Although I hail from Poland, I've been living in the UK for the past 11 years, immersing myself in both Polish and English car scenes and cultures. This experience has provided me with valuable insights that I've applied to elevate my car build to new heights.

My Journey into Cars and the Scene: 

My love affair with cars began in childhood when my grandpa used to take me to the local second-hand car dealership during our walks. I could spend hours there, inspecting cars, memorizing their names, studying dashboards, and checking top speeds on the speedometers. Those moments ignited my fascination with cars. I devoured car magazines at home, dreaming of owning a red Ferrari, with the F355 being my ultimate dream car back then.

As I grew up, I became obsessed with car video games like Need for Speed Underground, which fueled my passion for modified cars. My friends and I started attending the local Tuning Show, taking pictures with old-school tape cameras. The Fast and Furious movie saga further stoked our desire to own cars like those featured in the films. All of these experiences shaped my journey into the world of cars.

Why I Chose My Car and Customized It: 

After owning and extensively modifying my previous car, a 2004 Honda Civic EP, I reached a point where it was nearly visually complete. However, the next logical step was to turbocharge my k24a2 Frankenstein K series engine, which was producing 270hp at the time.

Faced with the choice of selling it and buying something rear-wheel drive or investing more in my Civic, I had a revelation when I drove my friend Maciek's modified Skyline R33 Gtst. I knew there was no turning back. I sold the Honda and quickly found a JDM Supra with a Targa top in excellent condition. It was a dream come true to own a car featured in the Fast and Furious movie series.

My Customization Plan: 

My inspiration came from Max Orido's legendary Ridox Supra, which I had seen flying through Japanese Touge courses in Hot Version videos on YouTube. I was determined to build my Supra following Max's style but with my unique twist. The goal was to create a car that looked great, performed well, and was built to the highest standards seen on the internet and in magazines worldwide.

What It's Like Owning This Car: 

Owning a car like this is a unique challenge. It's a static car with added air cups, providing convenience during parking and speed bumps. However, you need to be exceptionally cautious. Those who own low and static cars understand the fun it brings. A static car always looks fantastic while driving, unlike some bagged cars that lose their appeal on the road. However, it comes with the inevitable challenge of scraping the undercarriage.

Despite the pros and cons, the satisfaction of cruising in such a project car, the positive reactions from onlookers, the sounds of the turbocharger, and the freedom of dropping the Targa top make it an extraordinary experience.

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What Makes My Car Unique: 

Several unique aspects set my car apart. Firstly, it features a full genuine Ridox widebody kit in carbon fiber, which was challenging to acquire. Secondly, it boasts an ultra-rare Max Orido racing Ridox titanium exhaust system, one of only a few ever made. The wheels are famous Nismo LMGT2 with impressive width, necessitating a custom suspension system. The car's color is a Mazda 46g multi-layer paint, creating a stunning and ever-changing appearance. The burned titanium bolts, custom interior stitching, BBK, and engine bay accents complement the overall aesthetic. The goal was to create a harmonious and natural look.

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Build List: 

Exterior:

• Full body respray in Mazda 46g by Supra Workshop 
• Full Ridox body kit in carbon spec (front lip, front bumper, canards, air diverters, side skirts, side skirts extensions, front fenders, rear fenders, roof lip)
• Ridox titanium exhaust system (first exported outside of Japan, very limited)  and custom SupraWorkshop titanium 4" mid-pipe
• Facelift headlights converted to a Bi-Led system
• APR GT500 carbon fibre wing
• Car Shop Glow rear lights
• Seibon carbon TRD style bonnet
• Whifbitz carbon fibre number plate garnish
• Supra Workshop carbon fibre front bumper inlets
• Supra Workshop carbon fibre rear diffuser based on TwinZ diffuser
• Underglow system OPT7 Aura
• TRD fuel cap with titanium hardware
• All hardware made of titanium bolts and washers

Interior:

• Fully customised interior made of Alcantara and Nappa leather by TapCar
• Custom floor mats by TapCar
• Recaro CS fully covered in carbon
• Custom Supra Workshop rollbar 
• Raceism 3-point harness
• LED TRD clusters and AC unit by Stu Hagen
• Likewise Suzuka shifter with titanium hardware 
• ARC titanium shift knob
• Works Bell X Likewise 90-degree quick release with titanium hardware
• Works Bell slim HUB
• Custom carbon fibre steering wheel bracket with 911 GT3 RS buttons for aircups and Rolling antilag Control 
•  Momo Prototipo Carbon steering wheel with custom retrim and titanium hardware
• All interior bolts replaced with titanium hardware
• Alpine IWC double din unit
• Focal front and rear speakers
• Focal fpx51200 5 channel AMP

Engine:

• 2JZ GTE nonVVTI single turbo 604hp/680nm
• HKS  ssqv4 BOV
• ECU Master EMU
• HP racing gtx35 turbo dual BB
• Tomei FPR
• TRD strut bar
• All hardware in the bay replaced for titanium
• Turbosmart 45mm Hypergate
• Walbro 455lph fuel pump
• Turbo blanket
• FMIC pro fuel rail
• FMIC pro IC 
• FMIC pro inlet manifold and TB
• Braided fuel lines
• 680cc injectors
• KTune custom exhaust manifold
• Rize Japan titanium bonnet bar 
• SRD Mechman 170amp alternator 
• APR carbon fibre cooling plate
• TRD oil cap

Drivetrain:

• BMW E46 M3 Getrag 6 speed gearbox
• Lexus LS400 3.2 diff
• OEM Supra Torsen LSD
• Wilwood TC6, 6pot front calipers
• Wilwood 4pot rear calipers
• Brembo Lexus ISF 360mm front discs and  Brembo Lexus ISF 355mm rear discs
• Braided brake lines

Suspension:

• Full custom 1 of 1 CNC fabricated suspension system (all rods, wishbones, drop links etc. replaced with custom-sized ones, created to fit those wheels into the car)
• HSD monopro coilovers
• Stanceparts all 4 wheels aircups system
• Nismo LMGT2 custom setup 17” rotors, 18” lips and barrels 18x12 front and 18x14 rear, with titanium hardware, and custom machined Grey colour rotors
• Custom Supra Workshop stiffness  bars along the floor

The Work: 

Tomasz Kluczkowski at KTune handled the engine work, including supporting mods and mapping. The team at Supra Workshop painstakingly disassembled, refurbished, and reassembled the car, executing my vision. The interior was customized by TapCar design, blending Alcantara and nappa leather seamlessly.

Future Plans: 

My future plans involve enjoying the car to the fullest, showcasing it at European car shows, and potentially upgrading the engine for more power and installing a faster gearbox. Apart from that, the car is complete for me.

Advice/Tips: 

Never give up on your dreams. My automotive journey began at the bottom, but with hard work, sacrifice, and a bit of luck, I've reached a point where my project has garnered recognition and success. If I can do it, so can you.

Shout Outs: 

Special thanks to @supraworkshop, @ultrace_official, @thelowdown, @nengunjapan, @ridox559_maxorido, and everyone who played a part in this journey.

The Car Scene: 

The car scene has introduced me to inspiring people, and it's not about profit but the experiences and friendships formed along the way.

Dream Car: 

This Supra and the F355 with a manual gearbox. The Supra is now a reality.

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