Show Notes
In this episode, I'm joined by Masa Kuji, co-founder of Built By Legends, the renowned Japanese restomod company that brings iconic cars like the Skyline GT-R and classic Honda Civics into the modern age. Masa shares the fascinating journey from producing English-dubbed versions of legendary Japanese car films like Best Motoring and Hot Version to creating bespoke, high-quality restorations with legendary Japanese tuning houses Mines and Spoon Sports. We dive into the meticulous details involved in transforming classic GT-Rs and Civics into reliable, exciting daily drivers that retain their authentic character while incorporating cutting-edge technology and performance enhancements. Masa offers insights into the unique challenges of restoring and improving beloved icons, the evolving market for these collectible cars, and the passion driving the Built By Legends ethos.
Enjoy
Show Notes
00:00 The Evolution of the GTR Series 02:51 Journey into the Car Industry 06:00 Building Built by Legends 08:54 The Ethos Behind Restomodding 11:59 Collaborations with Legendary Tuners 14:51 Performance and Reinforcement of GTRs 18:02 The First Built by Legends GTR 20:57 Popularity and Market Trends of GTRs 24:00 Production Capacity and Restoration Services 26:45 Improving Original Designs 30:09 Customer Customization and Specifications 35:45 Driving Experience of Custom Cars 41:53 Customer Relationships and Build Process 49:08 Cost and Value of Builds 55:30 Restoration Process and Customization 01:00:57 Future of Car Builds and Personal Favorites Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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