Part 2 : Wild Heart
Yatabe Test Track, Tsukuba, 29th August 1999
Mr.B, Takaki, and Kingsley hung out outside the Yatabe ring at a neighbouring cafe while waiting for other candidates to show up.
“And that’s how Uyeno can’t come here today all of because his mother came to his house.” Mr.B said while taking a sip of carbonated lemon soda while the other two laughed at his jokes.
“I’m glad you’re able to come, Kingsley.” While munching a fresh and hot croissant, Takaki said to Kingsley.
“It’s not an issue at all. You know I’m always available? I’m not Mr. Busy like that guy.” While clutching a cup of hot coffee, Kingsley taunted Mr.B.
After the teasing, Mr.B gave Kingsley that look. “Whatever. Anyway, what’s up with your 40’s Denver? I haven’t seen that bad boy in a looong time.” Mr.B made a comment.
“Oh, I just finished a photoshoot with a local magazine last week. Hold on, i’ll take the pic from the car.” Kingsley then proceeded to his car and showed them a shot of his car from the shooting.
“Just like i remembered it. Always clean and mean.” Mr.B commented while taking another sip of the soda.
“The van that the-” Kingsley then got interrupted by the roaring engines and such after the convoy of 9 candidates arrived.
“Well, i’ll be darned they have arrived.” Kingsley said while finishing a cup of coffee.
After the candidates get themselves comfortable and all ready with their parked cars, they hanged out with each others while some of them just sat in the car, some doors are opened and some of them don’t.
@Elven_Sage - Saytr Lancelot Wangan Custom
“Well, we have American barge on the first list.” Mr.B commented.
“Hey, it’s a beautiful brick you know.” Kingsley said enthusiastically as he’s a big fan any cars from America.
“… Yeah, but this era of American cars are known for not being good cars.” Mr.B replied.
“Oh who know if this car is good or not after we take a deep dive into this car.” Kingsley commented back and looked at Takaki with the ‘go on’ look to her.
“Right, this is Saytr Lancelot Wangan Custom and it’s powered by 8.1L V8 producing up to 829hp.” Takaki said.
“Hot damn, that is a good and powerful engine.” Kingsley said.
“I mean you’re not wrong here, i am certainly impressed with this car.” Mr.B was partial convinced by the car’s performance so far.
'But gentlemens, i ain’t done yet. It’s AWD which makes more better." Takaki added. Mr.B and others walked up to the owner to gather more information about the car.
Aside from having an extremely massive and hefty engine and AWD, the car claims it can drive up to 344km/h and is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. However, while having an AWD system, the powertrain only drives the front wheels, making it a FWD vehicle. So, what’s the point of having AWD in this vehicle?
Mr.B and others were immediately turned off from what the owner said. Mr.B politely declined to the owner ans told him for a good day.
(Binned to minmax on drivetrain, i mean AWD that is only powering the front wheels only? Really? Could’ve go for FWD setup.)
@Falling_Comet & @That-S-cop - Sendo Solaire LX [ Kin no kaze ] V3
“This looks straight out JGTC, DTM or whatever race car league they have right now and i am already fall in love with this car already.” Mr.B said.
“It’s defintely fits in one of criteria which is not so flashy looks for the cops.” Takaki remarked.
“I’m not a huge fan of domestic cars but this one i like it.” Kingsley commented.
The three of them spoke with the owner to learn more about the car’s details. The vehicle is powered by a massive 4.0L inline 6 delivering up to 679hp and is outfitted with a 5-speed manual transmission. However, the car claims to be capable of reaching 360km/h, which is rather good for a car weighing roughly 1794kg and featuring a premium interior.
Mr.B happily accept this car for their test on Yatabe test track while handing a business card to the owner.
@Frostquake - Sanzou HNS2000 (AS10)
“High Noon Samurai? Must’ve been a diehard fan of our club then.” Takaki said.
“A diehard fan must’be been has a great machine on his hand.” Kingsley remarked.
“It reminds me my dad’s car, to be honest. Not this model but similar body shape and appearance wise.” Mr.B said. “Let’s get down to business.”
They walked to the owner of this car who is excited to join the High Noon Club as it was obvious windshield sticker on the car. Under the bonnet, the car is equipped with naturally aspirated 3.2L inline 6 producing up to 336hp. Not a lot but not bad for a car that weighs 1214kg.
But the bad thing is it can’t reach up to 320km/h which is the club’s requirement for highway racing. If it has a turbo, it could bump up those powers and can reach up to 320km/h. But for now, the car ain’t doing it.
“I hope your Samurai journey continues, mister. And have a good day.” Mr.B respectfully bow to the owner.
(Binned due to too slow for highway racing.)
@Jaimz - DMC MiWay
“So, we have one candidates all the way from Hong Kong, DMC MiWay.”
“I know we posted the announcements on the internet but i never knew it interacts Hong Kong people, talking about dedication and effort to import your car all the way from there.” Mr.B said.
“Yeah… i don’t like those red outlines on the grille and headlights and plate holder. Looks pretty bad.” Kingsley commented.
“It looks like Darth Vader, not gonna lie.” Takaki remarked. “But, those red outlines you mentioned needs to go, yeah.”
“All done? Let’s go talk to the owner.” Mr.B asked to two of them.
With the specs layed out, the car is powered by turbocharged 3.6L inline 6 producing up to 450hp and with 6-speed manual equipped and can reach up to 322km/h. Not bad figures although the top speed is just above the requirement. Other than that, it’s just a regular tuned hot hatchback. The club wasn’t interested in this car as there’s more better options than this.
“Hey, i appreciate your effort and love towards building into this car but we are not interested in this car as there’s more better options than this. Sorry to disappoint from the hassle you made before!” Mr.B bowed to the owner.
(Binned due to it’s just rather lackluster and there’s better options than this.)
@kaybee - Leonardo Vigore 560TC
“Aint this a happy little boy? Even got blushes too!” Kingsley said.
“This is the Leonardo Vigore 560TC, a mid-engine sports vehicle with a 5.1L turbocharged V8 delivering up to 560hp.” Takaki provided the guys with the essential knowledge.
“A very fast happy little boy.” Mr.B said.
Kingsley walked to the back, curious on how the rear end looks like and it has kei car plate but he didn’t bothered with it since it’s not his business nor his car.
“I certainly like the car’s look although, it just looks plain for my taste but who knows, maybe the car’s really good performance wise.” Mr.B remarked.
They walked and chatted to the owner to learn more about the car’s specifications. Aside from the Vigore 560TC, which is powered by a 5.1L turbocharged V8, the car claims to have a top speed of 341km/h and a 6-speed manual transmission. Not bad for the reported stats, and the gang is sort of impressed because they anticipate this car to be quicker with that power and more tuning. It’s possible to go up to more than 341km/h.
With them having a private discussion with each other for a couple of minutes, they decided to pass on this car as they find other options are better than this car. Mr.B bowed to the owner and moved on to the next car.
(Binned due to they’re not feeling it with this car, it’s not that bad or not that good. There’s just better options than this.)
@Petakabras - Cabrera Rabion
(Don’t mind the glitched out plate, it looks fine outside the photo mode.)
“All the way from Europe, we have Cabrera Rabion.” Takaki said.
“Guess we are very well known world-wide, that’s a news for me. Anyways, what’s the catch, Takaki?” Mr.B commented.
“Well, it says here that this car has turbocharged 3.6L V6 producing up to 502hp and it’s mid-engine like the guy on the left.” Takaki replied.
“V6 eh? I’m not usually big fan of V6 engines but let’s see on how this car performs.” Kingsley commented.
They chatted to the owner of this car to learn that apart from it has turbo V6 on it, the car can reach up to 325km/h, just above the club’s requirement by a small gap. Again, it suffers the same problem as the previous car, could’ve add more power and a little bit of tuning to go more faster.
Mr.B and others thanked the owner for coming and moved on the next car.
(Binned due to same reason as the previous car.)
@Riley - Zephorus Kigore V8 Wangan Edition
“Oh shit, i heard about this car. Apparently, this car is a prototype from Zephorus and supposedly current owner of the big company Zephorus itself.” Kingsley said.
“Where’d you hear about this and who is that guy, then?” Mr.B asked curiously while pointing at the guy who was standing near the car.
“I hear about it from my photoshoot last week from one of my colleague. It could or could not be this exact car. This can be exciting and it’s really fast car too.” Kingsley replied.
“Alright, calm your horses down and let’s check with this car.” Mr.B lead them to the car.
The Kigore V8 Wangan Edition has turbocharged 3.0L V8 producing up to 628hp and the guy claimed it lags alot. Can be dangerous on C1 Loop but not that matters on Wangan Line. But the car claimed it can go up to 398km/h, almost reaching 400km/h! And even showed a proof that it can go up to 376km/h on Yatabe with a video. The gang are really impressed with this setup and how fast this Zephorus is.
“Well, you are certainly very welcomed to test on Yatabe test track although you already made a run on it but we like to see it with our own eyes.” Mr.B shook hands with the ‘owner’ and gave him a business card.
While they moved to the next car, Kingsley whispered to Takaki. “Hey, what if that guy is really CEO of Zephorus?”
“Oh, that’s nonsense. No big CEO are really interested in our club.” Takaki replied.
@Serperior98 - Solana GT Turbo Modified
“Now, 2nd last to the van next to us, Solana GT Turbo Modified.” Takaki said.
Kingsley and Mr.B just kept staring at the bright yellow van with Hamco letterings on the hood next to this guy.
“Guys? Guuuys? We’re reviewing this car not that van, we’ll get it to that later.” Takaki snapped her fingers to two of them to get attention.
“Right, sorry about that, Takaki. What’s the specs?” Mr.B replied while Kingsley just kept staring at it.
“It says here that this car is powered by 5.2L turbocharged V8 producing up to 562hp.” Takaki remarked.
“Not bad figures although was expecting more power from that V8. Alright, let’s talk to the owner.” said by Mr.B.
Apart from having a 5.2L turbocharged V8 in this car, this car claimed can go up to 339km/h, not bad but not good. Although it’s not that fast by the club’s standard, it can fit some spare parts and computer in it.
“Well, although it is no fast for us but you can fit some spare parts and computer bits in to your car so you are qualified for testing on Yatabe.” Mr.B shook hands with the owner and gave the business card to him.
@S_U_C_C_U_L_E_N_T - Hinode Carrier Deluxe
Kingsley just stood there throughout the whole time while the other reviewed the car next to it.
“Kinglsey, did you just stood here and stared at it the whole time?” Mr.B questioned to Kingsley’s action.
“Huh, what? Yeah, i do. It’s just this van is just mesmerizing to look at.” replied by Kingsley.
“Right… Takaki, what’s the spec?” Mr.B asked to Takaki.
“It has 4.6L turbocharged V8 producing up to 663hp in a van like this.” Takaki replied.
“V8 powered van? This is a nice addition to our club if it’s a perfect candidate for us.” Kingsley said.
They talked to the owner to know more about this awesome looking van and this van claimed it can go up to 330km/h. Sure it’s not fast for the club but for a van like this? It’s really impressive. Nobody can expect this van to go that fast on the highway.
Apart from being a very fast van, the van removed the back seats to make it lighter and makes a big room for putitng spare parts and computer stuff at the back which is a huge point for this van. Besides, the owner made a claimed that they save this guy’s live before he commited suicide on a bridge. Mr.B and other certainly didn’t expect the owner said this but since they were impressed by the numbers, they accept this van.
“And you are accepted to test on the Yatabe test track and we glad we saved your life so we can see this awesome van.” Mr.B shook hands with the owner and gave a business card to him.
“That’s all nine of them. We just have a few more prospects to go over. If you like, you may come tomorrow, Kingsley.” Mr.B told Kingsley.
“Oh, for sure, I’ll be there tomorrow to assess these vehicles, and I’m hoping Uyeno will as well. Just no more nonsense from him.” Following that, Kingsley and Mr.B laughed.
“Right, we can all go home now, see you tomorrow, people!” Kingsley said to others.
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well done Ryan, well done.
