05 Nov IMPORTEXPO: Atlantic city NJ(November 1, 2014)

Since the inception of the IMPORTEXPO event back in Canada in 2010 the event has grown to national fame with its events spanning United States. In 2010 IMPORTEXPO presented one of Canada’s premier and most anticipated track events at Mosport International Raceway, one of the most well know tracks in Canada just outside of Toronto. Combined with Track, Race and Show, IMPORTEXPO was the only event of this caliber to take place locally and bring all three components together. Fast forward to 2014 over this passed weekend Importexpo yet again dazzled the minds of import enthusiasts with its inaugural event for 2014 in Atlantic City at the Atlantic City Convention center. Finally, function met form at the Import Expo Atlantic City. Stance, speed and style converged at the crossroads to bring a new standard of inspiration and entertainment. It was more than just your typical car show. Some of the finest examples of modified vehicles the East Coast and Canada had to offer converged at the event. Many of our friends and supporters were at this event, including our East Coast representative Izzy Swagon Montanez who brought you the awesome coverage of this event. Of course all this just in case you were not able to make it. We wish the organizers, as well as Bret Z future success with his event for many more years to come. For those who live the car life, the Atlantic City Convention Center was the place to be this passed weekend.

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Roll-in shenanigans. Those Vip Modular VC210s tho!

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The rain wont stop us.

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Quan Smalls rollin in with his VIP TSX.

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I first saw this stang up close at First Class Fitment two weeks ago. Definitely a unique build.

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That’s one way to carry precious cargo.

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Rain beads right off.

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Checking in.

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Tight fit for that lip.

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Made it.

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Definitely a keeper.

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Wheel prep game is real!

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Keeping it #SqueakyClean

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SRT-4 dumped beyond belief.

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Yellow vette sting like a bee.

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ES Real, fo sho!

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We love these new Toyota Corollas. What do you guys think?

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Laid out and VIP.

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Those pipes. FRS-ex

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Izzy’s meticulous wagon leading the pack. I cant wait when this thing goes under the knife for 2015.

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Avant Garde wheels have been making their way to many of the East Coast events. A lot of builds are embracing this new wheel manufacturer. Some great designs.

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Dapper!

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The only time when Lambo doors are allowed 😛

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We now check in at DubEXPO. Fresh Euro builds to suit your fancy.

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These VX610s would make any car guys mouth water. Wow what a wheel.

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Do you think Thomas the Tank approves?

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When doing a trunk air setup ensure that proper readout is included. Digging this hardline setup. Its simple, however those hardlines add a bit of a kick.

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Diamond racing game is strong with this mini.  Slammed as f*&k tho.

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Squat when you drop yo!

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The Klutch KM20’s look great on this Passat. I love my set of these on my Lexus. I believe I am still the only 3gs running 19X10 all around on these wheels.

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Pure class.

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These Luxury Abstract wheels are really setting this car apart. Bravo!

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Bringing old school back with that underglow.

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Wow check out the headlights on this TL. Definitely unique. Slammed rider!

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Simplicity and stance on this TSX. Love the combo.

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RELAX and chill out.

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Definitely did not see this Mitsu around at any of the events yet, unless I have must have missed it. Uniqueness factor X1oo.

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The wheels are also delicious.

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The aggressive styling of the accords definitely sets it apart in the Honda game.

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CRV rock!

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Stupid low.

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I must say the new Mazda 6 is really kool looking car. Throw a dope set of fresh Leon Hardiritt Orden’s and we have a winner!

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Love me some gray Subaru.

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A fresh RL in the house.

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More of that RL….. hmmm

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Really digging this Toyota Camry on Meisters. Really well executed.

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Rotor, Rotor convertible. Winner in all aspects.

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And this gentlemen is how one does up an Accord! This car has been getting so much attention. Love it.

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If you cant afford the real thing, get a model. Or simply get a model of your real thing. Any way you slice it “wow” is the only word that you need.

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A lot of accord came out to play at Import Expo. Definitely a Honda dominated event.

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Swoops there they are. Such a hardline!

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First saw this hatchie at First class fitment. Although many of this type of build have been done in California its refreshing to see this super clean EG on the east coast.

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VIP LS.

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HOP IT!

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That sharp tip. Watch your fingers or you will bleed!

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I recently chatted with Quan about the plans for his TSX for next year. Man I simply can’t wait, big things are coming.

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Red and Carbon combo is always nice sight. Voltex diffuser also looks great on this Scooby.

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Swoops, there it is again!

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Take a moment, kick back and vape some good stuff!

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Jsutai Scooby in the house. Still cant get over those rebuilt Volk mesh wheels. These wheels were our Wheel crush wednesday last week.

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Shuttles are always in style. So rare in Canada.

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Even the snail came out to play. Those cam sprockets tho.

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These BARRAMUNDI DESIGN BMD forged wheels suit this hatch quite nicely. Definitely unique wheels right from Japan.

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Brets epic NSX. The man himself brought out his beauty to showcase at his event. He wouldn’t have it any other way.

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Three dope wagons. For those who are into the old school Honda game, or if you have wagon fever, this is simply a treat!

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EVO Eo oh oh oh eo eo…

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I think I will have to hit these guys up real soon to replicate my old S2000 and EK. Perhaps have them do my GS… hmmm

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The model!

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Time to roll out. Until next year and thank you for your time.