As requested, here’s some information on the popular JDM model Toyota Aristo Twin Turbo Sedan. Requests for more information can be directed to IJ directly (you will need to comment) , and we’ll do our best to find out accurately all specifications on any import/tuner car.

Note: The Aristo is available for import into Australia. There are also other models of the Aristo, A V8 4WD and newer models after 1998.

(1991 - 1998) Toyota Aristo 3.0V JDM Spec (Later Known as the Lexus GS300)

Toyota Aristo Twin Turbo 2JZ-GTE Powered Sedan - Example Photo

Model Designation: JZS147
Engine: Front mounted, Inline 6 cylinder EFI DOHC (24 valves per cylinder). Twin Turbocharged.
Engine Model: 2JZ-GTE (Shared with Supra Coupe)
Power: 205.94 kw (276.04 hp) @ 5600 RPM
Torque: 431.49 Nm (585.07 ft lbs) @ 3600 RPM
Fuel Economy: Around 14L/100km (Average), 6-8L/100KM (Highway)
Low Emissions Vehicle (LEV): No
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Brakes (front/rear): Ventilated Disk/Disk
Transmission: ECT 4 speed automatic with 2 way OverDrive ECT-iWeight: 1680 kg (3703.73 lb)
Dimensions (LxWxH in mm): (Exterior) 4865 x 1795 x 1420, (Interior ) 2005 x 1535 x 1150

Popularity: 30% [?]

More disappointment as the UK’s Autocar magazine announces the “Advanced Sports Car Concept”, revealed back in Detroit in January and largely considered to be the new NSX, won’t be at the Tokyo Motor Show in October.

NSX Contender, the Advanced Sports Car Concept

The concept shows a front-engine machine, though Honda aren’t saying anything at all about the engine’s displacement, whether it would be a V6, V8, V10, naturally aspirated or forced induction. It is expected we’ll be kept hanging way into 2010, meaning Honda will be late to the game as Nissan and Toyota gear up to release their Japanese supercars; the GTR and L-FA respectively.

[Source: Carsales]

Popularity: 17% [?]

We’re back after an unexpected fortnight long technical hiatus with some interesting news. Apologies to all whos emails may be a bit late in coming.

Wheels.ca gives us the heads up over a new and interesting Nissan van expected at the Tokyo Motor Show in October.

Dubbed the NV200, that van is designed around practicality, and is to convert (I really want to call it ‘transform’) from a van into an office space in the blink of an eye.

Nissan NV200 Artist Impression. Weird Wheels.

The van features a special storage pod which unfolds from the loading area when stationary. The area behind the pod then becomes a neato mobile office. A computer table drops down from the vans side, and the front passenger seat swivels backwards on a curved rail to face the table. There’s no news on appointments, engine or drive train, though I expect Nissan’s Diesel 3.0L ZD Engine from the Nissan Urvan would make a suitable powerplant.

Pretty neat really. Now if Nissan can package that with all the goodies, such as Wi-Fi, decent power for a mobile PC, a 12 speaker surround sound audio system, efficient LED lighting and an aggressive R36 look, I’m a buyer.

[Source: Wheels.ca]

Popularity: 9% [?]

For any avid import/tuner fan, collecting die cast representations of a favorite car or series of cars is often an obsessive guilty habit. That’s set to get worse for us here at IJ with the release of Tomica’s JDM model 50th anniversary Skyline die-casts!

It’s the 50th year anniversary of the Nissan Skyline, and Tomica’s celebrating by releasing six toy cars to mark the occasion. Each collectible comes with a Skyline 50th logo and collectible decal. The collection starts in the second generation (S54B) through to the sixth (R30) of the Skyline, and to our suprise, includes a blue “Ken and Mary” coupe!

The asking price is � 525 (About $5 Aussie as of 15July @ AU$1 = 105.9�) apiece in Japan, starting at the end of this month.

Sources:

• Autoblog
• Tomica

Popularity: 3% [?]

As requested, here’s some information on the popular (mostly) JDM model Toyota turbo wagon known as the Caldina GT-T. Requests for more information can be directed to IJ directly, and we’ll do our best to find out accurately all specifications on any import/tuner car.

Note: The Caldina has just become available for import into Australia.

(1997-2002) Toyota Caldina 4WD GT-T Wagon

Model Designation: ST215W
Engine: Front mounted, 2.0L DOHC inline four cylinder turbocharged (single turbo). 16 valves (4 valves per cylinder). Model: 3S-GTE.
Power: 189.2 KW (257 HP) @ 6000.00 RPM
Torque: 324.1 NM (239 ft-lbs) @ 4500.00 RPM
Fuel Economy: Around 9L/100km
Low Emissions Vehicle (LEV): No
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Brakes (front/rear): Ventilated Disk/Disk
Transmission: 5 speed manual (Final Drive: 4.29)Weight: 1440 kg
Dimensions (LxWxH in mm): (Exterior) 4520 x 1720 x 1495, (Interior ) 1860 x 1475 x 1185

(2002-) Toyota Caldina 4WD GT-T Wagon

Model Designation: ST246W
Engine: Front mounted, 2.0L DOHC inline four cylinder turbocharged (single turbo). 16 valves (4 valves per cylinder). Model: 3S-GTE.
Power: 191.1 KW (257 HP) @ 6200.00 RPM
Torque: 323.1 NM (239 ft-lbs) @ 4400.00 RPM
Fuel Economy: Around 9.4L/100km
Low Emissions Vehicle (LEV): Yes
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Brakes (front/rear): Ventilated Disk/Disk
Transmission: 4 speed automatic (Super ECT)Weight: 1480 kg
Dimensions (LxWxH in mm): (Exterior) 4510 x 1740 x 1445, (Interior ) 1905 x 1455 x 1165

Popularity: 30% [?]