Trail Blazing: WRX drifter
9 January 2016
“There is a lot of fun to have when you step outside the box, just look at James White’s WRX if you’re in need
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“There is a lot of fun to have when you step outside the box, just look at James White’s WRX if you’re in need
Name: Alexandra Barrett Location: Hamilton Occupation: Self-employed dog groomer Make/model: 1999 Nissan Silvia (S15) Engine: SR20DE, 2000cc, four-cylinder Drivetrain: Factory five-speed, shimmed 4.3:1 LSD Interior:
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