AF Imp Super Carnival: How Japan Does Euro
The annual AF Imp Super Carnival event in Odaiba, Japan, showcased the nation's hottest Euros. "AF Imp" is short for "Auto Fashion Import," and it's the leading European car tuning magazine in Japan. European cars aren't usually what comes to mind first when thinking about the Japanese car show scene, but we're sure you will be pleasantly surprised to see some familiar styling trends on some different vehicles.
The cars on display covered the entire spectrum of European autos ranging from VW to Bugatti. All offering a bit of variety in styling tastes; some pretty far out to some all about performance. Definitely not the biggest event as Euros come at a bit of premium, but they definitely held their own so, let's take a look at some of the best from their Super Carnival.
Garage Ill Audi R8 Gekko
Many might be familiar with Garage Ill's Gekko as it is a regular at most car shows in Japan. The full custom wide body and wing is always amazing to see in person. This time the rear has been changed up to show off the full custom exhaust, which seems to be the latest trend to hit Japan.
Prodrive Mercedes-AMG GT
What could make an already impressive Mercedes-AMG GT even better? How about letting the tuning experts at Prodrive have go at it? Include that with aero enhancements from Piecha, and you'll be turning heads at break-neck speed.
AP Garage Slant Nose 996
Debuting at this year's Osaka Auto Messe, AP Garage brought their Old & New 996 Slant Nose. For those that can't afford a real Slant Nose, the Old & New kit might just be a suitable replacement.
Squalo Mercedes S550
This Mercedes S550 was transformed via a Squalo wide body kit, front and rear bumpers and rear spoiler. The lines continuing from the front fenders to the rear enhancing its kinetic design.
Fessel VW Golf GTI
A very clean Golf MKV GTI with great execution. The custom overfenders flow seamlessly allowing the car to sit low on a set of Work Seeker NXs wrapped in Nitto Tires.
