In recent years, the direction of jdm or Russian buvoy ji di em has gained very great popularity in Russia, but for most jdm they limited themselves to a "Domo" sticker on the front of a seven Zhiguli. But what about this same JDM?
Wikipedia gives us the following answer.

Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) is a term commonly used to refer to vehicles (as well as other goods) sold in the Japanese market. Typically, car models for Japan differ from those for other markets, or have no foreign counterparts at all.

The main manufacturers of car models for JDM are Japanese companies:
Toyota, Nissan, Honda, Mitsubishi, Mazda, Suzuki, Subaru, Isuzu, Daihatsu, Mitsuoka
Imports on the JDM market are represented insignificantly, mainly by models of the premium and luxury segment, as well as by models of Japanese firms produced abroad.

Once some clever guy told me - "My Priora, in a sense, is the same JDM, it is produced on the domestic market of Russia, and it turns out that this is Russian Zhi Di Em, isn't it?" In a sense, he is right, but the peculiarities of the djidiam were the rich equipment of the cars and a lot of power under the hood, because as the slogan of the Japanese car industry is known - "Everything for the driver".

Since the beginning of 2009, by decree of the Prime Minister of the Russian Federation V.V. Putin, new customs duties came into force, which increased the cost of cars with an engine capacity of more than 2,000 cubic meters. see, and this segment was most in demand in the Russian car market. The so-called threshold has also decreased (if previously increased customs duties applied only to cars over seven years old, now this also applies to cars over five years old). This caused discontent among residents of many regions of Russia, but no multiple all-Russian protests and weighty arguments could change the government's decisions. As a result, the import of used cars from the Land of the Rising Sun decreased by about 90% (since only small cars of up to 1000 cubic cm now fall into the adequate price range)

Basically, Russian Auto Mechanics gained knowledge about automatic transmissions, CVTs, air conditioners, electronics, engines, transmissions, suspension and other components of modern Japanese cars thanks to this very JDM. For which we thank them)

And now let's move on to explaining all the stickers so beloved by the people.

Koleshiya, Koreisha

These two words have the same meaning. Just two options are used. Because of the different spelling and pronunciation of the English version from Japanese. In short, just like, someone says “Mitsubishi”, and someone says “Mitsubishi”. From Japanese it can be understood as “ old sign "or, more clearly," senior driver sign. " age can be reflected in driving. Of course, the Japanese cannot come up with something just like that. Everything must have logic and meaning. Soshinoya and Koleshiya symbolize leaves. Soshinoya as you can see in the photo above, yellow-green. Green is the new green leaf, symbolizing youth. Yellow is the leaves in autumn, that is, the transition to a more mature state. nie.
Bbrrrrr .... stop! What does it have to do with the leaves and driving skills of civilian drivers? We are talking about cars on the style! Now let's talk about the meaning of these stickers in the JDM style. Actually, everything is simple. Soshinoya is a New School.

Most likely this car will be after the 80th, 85th year. These are bright colors, motley “pasting”, modern design of discs, without half of the cabin with only buckets, low ground clearance, body kits and so on. Koleshiya is Old School.

Auto before 75th, 80th year. Calm appearance. Original chrome-plated parts. Vzvarki, original or appropriate design of discs. The salon is preserved in its original form. In general, the parts and mechanisms are kept mainly in the drain. Often protruding oil cooler lines, as in Bosozoku style. Also, these stickers are applied regardless of the age of the car. If your car is fresh years made in the old school style, then you can highlight it with the same Koleshiya sticker.

Soshinoya
From Japanese it translates as “new driver”, “driver just started”, also referred to as Wakaba. If Soshinoya is used in the sense of inexperience in driving, then Wakaba can be attributed to inexperience in any area. less than 1 year. The sign can not be removed after a year. If it matches the tone of your car, or if you just think your skills are not perfect.
"Dude, check out my new soshinoya badge, now my Silvia is JDM as fuck!"

JDM- short for " Japanese Domestic market“The Japanese domestic market is often used in reference to automotive culture and Japanese style in general.

The abbreviation JDM was originally used to refer to products from Japan, but is now used mostly for Japanese automotive culture and style. However, the kanjozoku (Osaka's infamous street racers) think otherwise:

The Kanjozoku are Osaka's infamous street racers.

According to the kanjozoku, what is now known as JDM is not really JDM. When we see something jdm-wide and popular, it is actually the strongest influence of USDM - short for United States Domestic Market ”. This is because overseas fans took what they liked from JDM's style and adjusted it to their culture. This hybrid was brought back to Japan, and people began to copy it. Therefore, what young people now call JDM is not a real JDM. The real JDM originated in Kanjo.

Kanjo is a 7,680 meter long ring road around Osaka.

You can compare Kanjo only with the most famous road in Japan, Wangan (racing in Wangan is also a whole culture, manga has been written about them, anime has been shot and even a full-length film, but I will try to talk about this another time). Although, in reality, there is nothing more different. The Wangan is long, wide and straight, perfect for the very powerful turbomachines that are driven over it. Kanj is shorter, narrower and his straights are connected by tight turns and sharp transitions. And if Wangan is for power, then Kanjo is for handling.

How it all began.

The craze began in the mid-80s. In those days, just the third generation of the Honda Civic appeared, which in Japan was called the "Wonder" Civic, this car quickly became Kanzozoku's favorite.

Why Civic, you ask?

Firstly, it was Civics of the second and third generations that became the ancestors of the circuit championships in the country. Secondly, over the more than thirty-year history of this culture, the best car for "checkers" was simply not found in the stream: the low weight, coupled with the progressive design of the suspensions, provided kart "taxiing".

Finally, the legendary VTEC high-revving engines are ideal for these races. Their power is optimal, the reliability is high, and the response to the accelerator is instant.

But back to the races, the circuit racing competitions in the country took place at several race tracks, including "Suzuka" - a track built near Osaka, back in 1961. At the Suzuka autodrome, the Civic monocup was held. Groups of fans gathered in the stands, but some of them wanted to feel the adrenaline and the spirit of racing on their own without leaving their hometown, and fans brought this style of mono cup right to Kanjo. This is how the "kanzezoku" - kanjo gangs were born. The word "gangs" is not far-fetched: these were full-fledged "showdowns" on public roads. Teams competed with each other, driving traffic at lightning speed. One battle of motors and driving skills was not limited, and often such races escalated into fights. It is from here, from Osaka / Kansai, that the concept of JDM originated.

What tuning do Kanjo racers do on their Hondas?

There are few external differences from the factory configuration, but it is impossible not to notice them. The hubs are shod with light forged wheels with "slick" or "semi-slick" tires. The fact that they cannot be used on public roads, as evidenced by the inscription on the sidewall, certainly does not bother anyone. The body is strongly, although not extreme, pressed to the ground - the standard suspension gives way to a helical suspension with height and stiffness adjustments.

The aerodynamic body kit is rarely installed and is limited to laconic overlays from Mugen or Spoon. The body can have a bright color scheme or a factory shade, but in order to evade the police, the Civic can be repainted almost every week. The interior is ascetic in a racing style: you can't find rear seats and upholstery here, but there is a roll cage that increases the rigidity of the body, bucket seats and multi-point belts are present.

A sporty ambience is added by a mesh on the driver's door window. In motorsport, it serves as protection in the event of a coup, and in the city it protects the face of the "Kanjo racer" from identification. Tiltable license plate brackets are subordinated to the same purpose - the plates look “into the sky” or “into the ground” and are unreadable for cameras. Technically, cars are not radically refined, because the Civic Type-R has everything you need for the needs of the canjo. And if an ordinary or earlier modification is taken as a basis, then replacing it with a "B" series motor from the "hot" version is the most popular procedure. The main modifications of such an engine are reduced to the installation of a direct-flow exhaust and a cold intake system with a zero resistance air filter.

Now is the time to clarify what the kanjo scene is today. Over the years, passions have subsided, racers have matured, and the local police have seriously tightened the screws, and a modern kanjo can hardly be distinguished from a friendly meeting of a club of automobile enthusiasts. No, the races on the "top floor" of the city have not gone anywhere, but have lost their mass character and boundless character, while retaining the spirit and romance.

And it doesn't matter whether a person is at the origins of the direction or is just beginning to comprehend this culture, owns a third Civic or sixth, goes to college or brings up children - everyone is united by a love of kanjo. Each time, gathering in the parking lot, these people are waiting for a meeting with the charm of night overpasses, from the walls of which the roar of the VTEC motor is reflected so melodiously ... There are admirers of this culture all over the world, including in Russia, but is it possible to love real sushi? having never been to Japan? So it is with the kanjo: there is only one way to feel its spirit - to land at the Kansai airport, squeeze into the Civic's cramped bucket late in the evening and turn its engine into a cut-off.

What is JDM? The term stands for Japanese Domestic Market. Translated into Russian, it means the Japanese domestic (domestic) market. This concept is widespread in relation to cars and spare parts for them, produced in the Land of the Rising Sun.

It's no secret that Japanese-made cars are among the most popular in the world and compete, perhaps, only with German brands. And even those are surpassed, as many motorists believe. And for such a statement, there are many reasons and reasons, for example, design, specifications, equipment and tuning opportunities. Today we have to plunge headlong into a world full of beautiful and powerful cars that have won the love of true connoisseurs of cars. After all, JDM is a whole universe!

Through hardships to the stars: from copies to unique perfection

The automotive industry has come a long way to becoming Japan's home to some of the finest automobiles in the world. The Japanese domestic market, like Moscow, was not built immediately. Initially, many companies that are considered giants in the automotive industry today specialized in the manufacture of looms. However, this is not surprising, because the craft has rich traditions, rooted deep in antiquity.

But the global industry was rapidly developing, new products appeared on the market, from kitchen appliances to cars. Weaving became less and less popular and was unpromising in terms of making a profit. The empire needed the development of new crafts that could make Japan important and necessary for the whole world. And the Land of the Rising Sun seriously thought about creating its own automobile concern.

Perhaps no one would ever know what JDM is, because the automotive industry in Japan has been developing quite hard. If not for the stubbornness of this people and the coincidence of circumstances. The first cars released were not original, but copied European and American models. However, this approach was the only way to attract your buyer and very soon gave good results. It was the foreign experience that formed the basis for the creation of the Japanese production strategy. In particular, the companies came up with brands with memorable names: Mazda, Nissan, Subaru. If the name was given in honor of the founder, it was slightly modified to make it easier to pronounce. For example, Toyota is derived from the name Toyoda.

The true birth of the Japanese Domestic Market dates back to the beginning of the Korean War. Then the United States made an unforgivable mistake: carried away by military operations, America began to buy everything from Japan, including cars. Well, the Japanese, I must say, did not miss the opportunity to break into the leaders. Moreover, they have gone further by placing extremely high demands on quality and tightly controlling the manufacturing process of the machines. This was the main reason for the success. So, JDM was born - at first as an ordinary domestic market of the country, and then it became a whole culture, a movement that continues to develop today, firmly holding its leading position in the world.

A New Era: About What JDM Is Today

Own innovative developments, the use of the latest technologies in production, strict quality control, clear planning, excellent discipline and, finally, a unique management of its kind have done their job - Japanese cars have become the most popular and demanded in the whole world. Today, the domestic market of the Land of the Rising Sun offers cars endowed with the following qualities:

1. The original interior and exterior design, which uses extraordinary solutions.
2. Comfortability achieved through a soft suspension, an almost silent engine, excellent handling and excellent driving characteristics.
3. Increased safety level due to stringent quality requirements. For example, some models are equipped with an external airbag, it will save a pedestrian from being hit in an accident.
4. Inexpensive maintenance, widespread use (spare parts for Japanese cars are easy to find in any city in any country) and economy.

Distinctive features of the Japanese domestic market

It is safe to say that JDM cars have no analogues in the world. They are very different from those produced for export. JDM models are the most top-end configurations in which the salon is equipped with expensive materials:

• leather;
• wood;
• alcantara;
• aluminum.

The package also includes the maximum power accessories, a sunroof, a panoramic roof, improved vibration and noise insulation, and many other improvements are also used. Cars produced for the domestic Japanese market are equipped with automatic transmission and air conditioning. But the mechanics here are for true “gourmets”.

Export models are somewhat curtailed, their quality is significantly inferior to the original JDM machines, even though there are absolutely no complaints about the first version - everything is at the highest level. However, the difference between them is colossal, whatever one may say. Take the Nissan QG18DE engine as an example. If in the domestic market in Japan it has a capacity of 126 horsepower, then the export model boasts only 115 liters. with. And such comparisons can be made a lot.

JDM VS global automotive market

In terms of the volume of exported goods, JDM (for the decryption is written in the article) is second only to the United States. According to many car enthusiasts, only German brands can compete with JDM in terms of the quality of the cars produced. Here we are talking not only about models produced for the domestic market, but also about those that are exported.

It would be foolish not to stress the impact of the Toyota Celsior on the global automotive market. This model outside Japan was called the Lexus LS400 and was produced from 1989 to 2003 (last restyling). Without exaggeration, it changed this world and firmly took its place among luxury cars. Toyota's success was subsequently studied and analyzed by American and European carmakers eager to release a model that would make a splash.

JDM Influence on the Russian Automotive Market

The question of the influence of the Japanese car market on the Russian one deserves special attention. Its popularity peaked in the 1990s. Then Russia only had to find out what JDM was. But the high reputation of the phrase Made in Japan did its job, as did the proximity of Japan to the eastern shores of our vast country. In addition, the original JDM cars were sold at a relatively low price. All these reasons served as the beginning of large-scale imports.

Cars from the domestic automobile market of Japan very quickly replaced the classic left-hand drive domestic, American and European models in the territory from Vladivostok to the Urals. What can we say, even the state apparatus moved to these cars. JDM cars were of better quality, a more presentable look and a lower price, and it was much easier to find spare parts for them, which cannot be said about left-hand drive cars. Since 1993, there have been multiple attempts to prohibit the operation of right-hand drive vehicles from the Japanese domestic market on the roads of the Russian Federation, which was instantly suppressed by the "uprisings" of residents of the eastern regions. Therefore, in the technical regulations, as there was no ban on the use of right-hand drive cars, there is still no, and it is unlikely that there will ever be.

What is JDM Style?

It is not enough to know the translation of JDM, you need to understand the essence of the issue. Today, such cars are very easy to distinguish from other cars, as they have their own style with an equally original name - old school. JDM in its purest form is a right-handed car, the year of production of which is not later than 2000, equipped with wide discs ("shelves"), external front, side and rear body kits, as well as other tuning elements that significantly change the stock design of the car.

The body must be painted yellow, white, blue, pink, light green or purple. Be sure to have a carbon fiber hood (by the way, it was from Japan that the fashion for carbon came from). The body is also adorned with a variety of JDM stickers.

Technical tuning is in progress. The engine is replaced by a more powerful one, automatic transmission to manual transmission, and the existing suspension is made lower by means of screw adjustable struts.

JDM as a separate culture

Today JDM is a whole cultural movement, the meaning of which is to bring a Japanese-made car to the form in which it is sold at home, as well as to install tuning parts from popular brands. There are a huge number of online stores, groups in social networks and projects where every JDM fan can find original spare parts, tuning and other elements for themselves, as well as communicate with other culture lovers.

JDM machines - how do they "catch"?

First of all, these cars have a unique style. These cars are unique outside and inside, whatever they are: with or without tuning, left-handed and right-handed, old and new. JDM cars are of unsurpassed quality and high performance. They are pleasant and easy to operate, and the rich interior equipment makes this process even easier. Japanese cars are manoeuvrable, a variety of body types allows you to choose your option depending on your needs and lifestyle. Of course, true connoisseurs of sports cars will also find their "Japanese woman" or a serious "samurai" who will become the best friend.

Popular JDM car manufacturers

Above, a brief description of the Toyota Celsior has already been given and its role in the development of the global automotive industry has been described. But she's not the only JDM car legend. Not to be overlooked are famous models such as Mitsubishi's Lancer, Toyota's Mark II, Nissan's Skyline, Honda's Civic and so on. Also, the no less popular Subaru, Mazda, Suzuki, Isuzu, Daihatsu and Mitsuoka are engaged in the production of real JDM cars.

Unique original: how to buy a car from the Japanese domestic market?

A real "Japanese" is an exclusively right-hand drive car that has covered a certain mileage on the roads of its native country. There are several options for purchasing such a car.

1. Go to Japan on your own and buy a car in the used car parking lot.
2. Contact a special agency dealing with the import of such vehicles purchased at auctions.
3. Contact a dealer and buy a car from an auction with his help.

Genuine parts for JDM cars from the Japanese domestic market

In addition to cars, you can purchase original spare parts for Japanese cars at the Japanese Domestic Market. It was written above that they are inexpensive to maintain. Accordingly, the purchase of spare parts for any car will not hit the pocket - they are distributed at affordable prices, which are even lower than for Bavarian BMW and German Mercedes-Benz.

Widespread use is another significant advantage. Spare parts for Japanese cars can be bought not only at JDM, but also in almost any city in Russia. There is an especially large selection, as you might guess, in Vladivostok and the Urals. It is possible to order spare parts through online stores.

Tuning as an integral part of JDM cars

A true JDM car is a car that looks like a Christmas tree. It is necessarily painted in a bright color that attracts attention, has huge discs and many other "bells and whistles". Such "cars" seem to have just left the race track. And tuning for them is an integral part.

In addition to various external and internal decorations, such as body kits, bumpers and racing seats, a wide variety of JDM stickers, "eyelashes", rear-view mirrors, optics, braids are sold. Therefore, even if you buy a "regular" Japanese car, it will not be difficult to give it the JDM style. The main thing to remember is that tuning is the foundation of the JDM culture.

What is JDM? Literally, the abbreviation stands for Japanese Domestic Market, which means "Japanese domestic market". Strictly speaking, the term is used not only in relation to machines, covering various goods and services. But almost always, we refer to the concept of "DJ Em" precisely to cars. Why this happened, and what does JDM mean in a broader sense, will be discussed in this article.

Briefly about the main thing, or what is JDM

This designation applies to all types of goods and services offered in the Japanese market. However, most often this magic abbreviation can be heard in the address of cars that have undergone a certain external and even internal styling. Over time, JDM has evolved and evolved into what we can observe today. Simple terminology has grown into something more than just a set of letters, becoming something of a hobby for young guys and girls who love cars and speed.

Today JDM is a style, it is a whole subculture, which includes a huge number of young people from all over the world. Of course, a car in which there is no tuning cannot be considered as such. But first things first.

JDM as a way of life

Ask any owner what JDM is for him, and he will not hesitate to answer that it is a way of life. True connoisseurs of GDM do their best to achieve originality and 100% match the style. After wandering around the Internet, you can find many different forums, blogs and groups in social networks, where young people gather to discuss the subject of their adoration. They consult with each other about where and at what price you can buy spare parts and tuning elements, sell or buy "Japanese", and just talk.

It is impossible not to touch upon the topic of subculture in the homeland of JDM, in Japan. It was there that a kind of clan once existed, which formed the basis for the development of car tuning. "Bosozoku" is the name of the subculture, thanks to which the world learned what JDM is. Translated from Japanese, Bosozoku means "aggressive racing clan" or "furious driving tribe." The subculture began its existence in the mid-50s of the last century. The movement was based on a combination of street riots - racing and hooliganism. However, "bosozoku" is not a style. This subculture combines completely different elements, features of many styles. Rather, Bosozoku is an ethnic culture, but not among the people, but specifically in car tuning.

In short, the subculture was criminal, consisted mainly of biker gang groups. Subsequently, some of the motorcyclists moved to cars. Gradually, members of the "clan" began to move away from crime, trying to transfer their movement to the category of legal groups, but clashes between law enforcement agencies and members of "Bosozoku" did not subside, and, as a result, many of the latter ended up behind bars. A separate colony was even created, in which only Bosozoku members are being re-educated. Nowadays there are fewer and fewer such "Protestants", and they can be found in a few regions of Japan. And JDM, based to some extent on crime, can hardly be called something illegal. From the initial understanding, perhaps only the participation in street races remained.

A separate branch in the world of tuning - what is JDM style?

Modifications in the car are different, tuning can affect both the interior and exterior of the car, and be technical. This direction implies improvement, the introduction of elements that greatly affect the overall appearance of the car and its capabilities. In most cases, such cars look more attractive, but many car owners are ardent opponents of tuning, whatever it may be.

So what is JDM style? The "pure" ideal is a right-hand drive car, that is, produced directly for motorists of the Land of the Rising Sun. As far as brands are concerned, it doesn't matter. The main thing is to have a "Japanese woman":

• Mazda;
• Honda;
• Toyota;
• Nissan;
• Suzuki;
• Subaru;
• Mitsubishi;
• Isuzu;
• Daihatsu;
• Mitsuoka.

Equally important, the car must be produced before the year 2000 (inclusive). For example, Altezza or Mark II, Honda Civic, Nissan SkyLine GTR and so on. Stylistically, JDM is characterized by body kits on all sides, wide discs ("shelves"), moldings. Often it is planned to replace some parts of the body with carbon parts. Glass, as a rule, is tinted on everything, including the windshield. In general, such tuning as JDM-style implies the introduction of parts that can radically change the stock look of a car.

What is the raison d'être of JDM?

As it was already written above, “GD Em” exists in order to change cars and make them better, more beautiful, more convenient for themselves. These cars are racers. However, it is worth remembering that tuning should be moderate and thoughtful, not chaotic and meaningless; to be something that will improve, not spoil.

What is a JDM car?

The main elements of the JDM-style are body kits, wide rims, carbon parts, tinting and other bells and whistles. Also, the car must be at least 2000. But speaking clearly and specifically, what is JDM? These cars must definitely be planted. Low ground clearance, like body kits, is an integral part of this style. JDM cars literally lie on the pavement. Of course, in the conditions of Russian roads, it will be extremely difficult to do this. Low ground clearance is required in order to participate in circuit races. The lower the landing, the lower the center of gravity, respectively.

Many belonging to the JDM movement have tons of stickers on them. It's called Sticker Bombing. Mostly camouflage is used, which can cover the entire body. Sticker bombing is essential to minimize repairs as it provides excellent protection against external damage sustained during racing. Also, with stickers, car owners hide any defects in the body, received earlier, but never repaired.

Now a little more about the need for carbon fiber in JDM Style. What is JDM Style is already known, and it is clear from what has been written that it is more related to racing sport, albeit not a professional one. Carbon has such an important property as lightness. Therefore, guys often change heavy metal hoods to carbon ones in order to reduce the weight of the car and increase its speed. Fenders or other body elements can be replaced in the same way.

JDM subculture in Russia

Both tuning in all its understandings and Japanese cars are popular in Russia. Therefore, domestic motorists naturally developed sympathy for JDM. Of course, it is not often possible to see a car covered with various stickers, and not many people "indulge" in wide disks. Most car owners do not risk tint the car around and reduce the ground clearance so that it "crawls" along the road, as this is punishable by the traffic police. But you can see a "Japanese" in body kits quite often, especially in the Far East of Russia. The subculture does not just exist, it is developing and every year it attracts more and more young car enthusiasts.

Summing up ...

JDM Style is beautiful and unusual, it is an opportunity to distinguish your car from a huge stream of city cars. But this issue should be approached carefully and carefully, and if there is no tuning skill, it is better to contact the specialists, since there is a high probability that the car will be damaged. Moreover, having done any of the above incorrectly, not in the way that the JDM style suggests, then you will have to blush under the gaze of people who are versed in the field of tuning.

Japanese manufacturers have a bad habit: they often take out great, fast cars. I will tell you about nine cars that, in my opinion, deserve a continuation of the lineup.

It was rumored that the Subaru BRZ would not live longer than one generation. However, fortunately, the predictions did not come true: it was. Few Japanese sports cars can boast of such luck.

In the automotive world, the Land of the Rising Sun has a notorious reputation for being a killer that doesn't give iconic cars a chance. Here are nine Japanese sports cars from which we never saw heirs.

1. Toyota MR2

Thanks to Toyota, three generations of this mid-engined sports car have been born. The latest model weighs less than a ton and is powered by a 1.8-liter VVTi engine producing 138 horsepower. On the race track, the car shows incredibly sporty demeanor. The model was discontinued in 2006, and since then there has been no rumor or spirit about it.

2. Mazda RX-8

Replacing the RX-7 with the more affordable RX-8, Mazda started the rotary engine fashion.
The two-rotor engine “Renesis” (better known as the Wankel engine) with a volume of 1.3 liters was available in two variants: 198 or 227 horsepower. It fits perfectly into a rear-wheel drive car with excellent, responsive handling.

In 2010, the sale of the model in Europe was abruptly discontinued because the rotary engine did not meet European environmental standards. A year later, production in Japan also stopped. There were rumors about a possible heir, equipped with a rotary engine, but we never saw him.

3. Honda S2000

The incredible S2000 is a classic with confidence. A classic that was brutally murdered by the manufacturer. Rear-wheel drive, 2-liter F20C four-cylinder, 240 horses under the hood, engine roar at 8300 rpm. What else do you need to be happy?

However, not everyone will be able to curb this monster: early models did not have an anti-slip system that they could rely on if something went wrong. Show this car the respect it deserves, and in return you get a perfectly driven, docile sports car.

4. Honda Integra Type-R

What is the Integra Type-R? It's simple. Powerful VTEC engine under the hood, lightweight interior to help reduce overall weight, front-wheel drive with limited slip differential. But despite their simplicity, these parts were used to create an amazing Japanese sports car with the best handling of a front-wheel drive car of all time. The Type-R was the last member of the Integra line. He breathed his last breath in 2006.

5. Toyota Supra

The notorious Toyota Supra managed to hold out for four generations, but in the late 90s it began to gradually disappear from all trading floors of the world. Production was halted in 2002, and since then the Japanese haven't pampered us with a new Supra. The latest model has become the most popular among motorists. Powered by the iconic 2JZ 3.0-liter twin-turbo six-cylinder engine and 276bhp, it worked wonders on the road.

We would be very happy to see the “Supra” lettering on one of the next Toyota concept cars, such as.

6. Subaru SVX

Even before the world heard about the Impreza model, Subaru was engaged in the creation of a powerful luxury sports car, and their efforts were not in vain. The SVX was powered by a 3.3-liter, 227-horsepower six-cylinder engine. Just look at the stunning design of this 4WD monster. However, the high price and many shortcomings were the result of a resounding failure of the SVX. Production was suspended in 1996 and Subaru were forced to return to exploring the good old GT market. Regardless, it would be interesting to take a look at the successor to this car.

7. Masda 6 MPS

The stylish Mazda 6 MPS sedan propels you from 0-100 km / h in 6.4 seconds with its 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine and 256 hp. The maximum declared speed of the car is almost 240 km / h. Unfortunately, the manufacturer decided not to continue the MPS lineup in the second generation Mazda 6. The third generation also did not please us with the heir.

Alas, the car was not sold as we would like, so the decision to discontinue production of 6 MPS is quite justified, albeit very sad. With the discontinuation of the 3 MPS, RX-8 and 6 MPS models, the only vehicle with a sporty spirit. On the other hand, a used 6 MPS can be grabbed for next to nothing today.

8. Mitsubishi 3000GT / GTO

The famous sports coupe of the 90s, equipped with a 280-horsepower three-liter V6 engine, turned out to be really incredibly high-spirited. In addition to the speed, the car made us happy from the technological side. Active climate control, electronically controlled suspension, exhaust control - all of these technologies were ahead of their time. This is what became the problem. If some electronics went out of order (and she loved to do it), the owner of 3000GT was forced to leave a tidy sum in the service. Given this fact, Mitsubishi decided to make the subsequent models less "stuffed".

Production stopped in 2000 and since then no one has heard of the GTO or 3000GT. Not surprisingly, the model was reputed to be extremely unreliable. In this regard, one should hardly hope for an heir, although the sports coupe is exactly the car that is missing today in the Mitsubishi lineup.

9. Nissan Silvia

A tidbit of the Japanese car industry called Silvia goes back to its roots, which was produced from 1965 to 1968. The model was resurrected under the name “S10”, followed by the S11, S12, S13, S14 and finally the S15. The S15 was powered by Nissan's SR20DET four-cylinder turbocharged 2.0-liter engine with 250 hp. However, production ceased in 2002 and the world never saw Silvia again.

Nissan still makes sports cars like the 370Z, or the GT-R, but Silvia's heir didn’t make us happy.

After all, the second part of this article will appear soon, I will tell you about another dozen wonderful sports JDM cars that the Japanese mercilessly ruined!