Build blog: Darren Kelly’s R35 drifter, part three
24 June 2016
Like any big build, it’s never going to be as easy as one would hope. Hold ups, delays with parts, or simply deciding on where
Like any big build, it’s never going to be as easy as one would hope. Hold ups, delays with parts, or simply deciding on where
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The Nissan Silvia, in all its incarnations, has become a cult classic in the New Zealand car scene, with wild examples emerging in recent years.
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“Winiata Reid’s HQ shows you don’t need a huge budget or years of experience under your belt to own a standout car” Growing up
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