The Unexpected Star of “AUTO FASHION import REAL”: A 1998 BMW 330Ci
At the recent “AUTO FASHION import REAL” event in Kobe Meriken Park, a surprising standout stole the show. While the event was filled with a plethora of modified imported cars, it was the 1998 BMW 330Ci that captured everyone’s attention, despite the fact that it was not even supposed to be there. As I arrived at the event, I had the chance to speak to Mr. Kaede, who was in the midst of changing the car’s tires. It turns out, the car belonged to her boyfriend, who was originally supposed to be present at the event but couldn’t make it, leading Kaede to rush the car to the scene.
Unveiling the Custom Modifications
As I delved deeper into the details, it became apparent that this 330Ci was far from ordinary. Originally a silver-colored vehicle, it had been skillfully painted dark green metallic, with all parts flawlessly smoothed. The addition of 326 coilovers power and a disposable muffler further enhanced its performance. Notably, the vehicle’s lowered height and added camber drew attention, demonstrating a commitment to both aesthetic appeal and functionality.
Upon examining the car’s modifications, Mr. Kaede provided insight into the meticulous process. “For the front, we bent the brackets and added coilovers, modified the E36’s M3 upper arm, and modified the rear to add camber. So it looks like we’re running wheels that are 1 inch bigger than the stock ones. The muffler is the same stock. I modified the middle part and changed the design to make it have two exits,” she explained, shedding light on the intricate details of the customization.
A Labor of Love
As the conversation progressed, it became evident that the transformation of the 330Ci was a deeply personal endeavor for Mr. Kaede. With a desire to infuse a touch of American influence into a streamlined design, she opted for coilovers over air suspension to ensure a striking appearance both in motion and at rest. The painstaking task of smoothing the doors, trunk, and moldings was a testament to her unwavering dedication to the project.
As the event concluded and the 330Ci made its mark, it became clear that Mr. Kaede’s expertise extended beyond this particular vehicle. Her own modified Mini, a reflection of her distinct style, bore similar camber modifications, proving her prowess in creating visually captivating and high-performance vehicles.
Ultimately, the unexpected appearance of the 1998 BMW 330Ci left attendees in awe, serving as a testament to Mr. Kaede’s skill and passion for automotive customization.
Actually, it’s my boyfriend’s car.
“AUTO FASHION import REAL” was held at Kobe Meriken Park on September 3, 2023 for the first time in four years, and gathered a large number of modified imported cars. When I spoke to Mr. Kaede, who for some reason was changing tires as soon as I arrived at the scene of the incident, I discovered that the tires and wheels I usually wear were leaking air, so I had to carry a tire spare to the scene for safety, he said he had been wearing them. The car she was changing tires on was a 1998 BMW 330Ci, which her boyfriend had entered but couldn’t make it to the event, so Kaede brought him to the scene in a hurry. By the way, Kaede-san usually rides a modified Mini.
330Ci with smoothing applied to all parts
So I called my girlfriend, who couldn’t make it to the location, to confirm the specs, and found that the original silver body color was painted dark green metallic, all parts were smoothed, and 326 coilovers power and disposable muffler. install them. By the way, the height of the vehicle has been lowered significantly and camber has been added, but no modifications have been made to the fenders.
“For the front, we bent the brackets and added coilovers, modified the E36’s M3 upper arm, and modified the rear to add camber. So it looks like we’re running wheels that are 1 inch bigger than the stock ones. The muffler is the same stock. I modified the middle part and changed the design to make it have two exits. This was one time I worked on it myself, and only the exit that has a muffler breaker.
I want to look cool when I’m running and when I’m stopped.
It seems to do most of the routine work itself, and the hardest part of the process was smoothing.
“I smoothed the doors, the trunk, and the mouldings, but I did it myself from scratch, so it was difficult to do.”
By the way, while modifying it yourself, did you find any concepts?
“I wanted to create a simple body while mixing American taste. Also, I chose coilovers instead of air suspension because I wanted it to look cool when it’s running and when it’s stationary. From now on, the work will be a rework chiefly. “
Her mini is also a negative version
By the way, Mr Kaede, who drove this 330Ci to the scene of the incident, thought he would have had a hard time driving the car on the road, but in fact, it didn’t bother him at all.
“It’s easier to ride than the Mini I usually ride, so I don’t mind. The Mini also has the same camber, so the front feels like it’s hitting me, but it doesn’t this one.”
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