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A VeilSide Mazda RX-7 from Tokyo Drift Heads to Auction

The Fast & Furious franchise has had its fair share of turbocharged highs and nitrous-fueled lows, but for purists, 2006’s The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift remains the crown jewel. Long before the series turned into globe-trotting superhero fare, Tokyo Drift delivered something much more visceral—an unapologetic love letter to car culture. And at the heart of that love story was one car that stole the screen: Han’s Mazda RX-7.

With its curvaceous VeilSide Fortune bodykit and black-and-orange livery, Han’s RX-7 was less a tuner special and more a statement of intent—a bridge between the underground drift scene and high-end design. It looked like a concept car that accidentally wandered onto the streets of Shibuya, all attitude and apexes.

Next month, a machine built in that very spirit is set to cross the block at Mecum Auctions. And while it’s technically a replica, this RX-7 channels Han’s swagger in all the right ways—minus the right-hand drive setup that made parking-lot donuts a bit awkward on U.S. roads.

Built for Show and Go

The car wears a genuine VeilSide Fortune widebody kit, one of just nine originally constructed for Tokyo Drift. Beneath the hood sits Mazda’s famously temperamental 1.3-liter twin-rotor engine, freshly rebuilt and thoroughly modernized. The upgrades read like a tuner’s dream: an equal-length lower intake manifold, a BorgWarner turbocharger, a Haltech ECU, and a new Greddy intercooler feeding a completely overhauled fuel system.

Mecum hasn’t quoted exact figures, but let’s just say the combination of rotary noise and boost pressure promises to make Michelin’s Pilot Sport 4S tires earn their keep.

A Chassis Ready to Dance

The RX-7 sits on custom BC Forged three-piece wheels and rides on coilover suspension—because no self-respecting Tokyo Drift tribute should look good standing still. Stopping power comes from upgraded brakes with stainless steel lines, while a MagnaFlow midpipe and aftermarket exhaust promise the kind of soundtrack that’ll turn every tunnel into a concert hall.

Interior Upgrades for the Modern Age

Inside, the theme continues: purposeful, modern, and a little bit nostalgic. A Haltech digital dash replaces the original cluster, and a double-din infotainment system adds contemporary comfort without sacrificing style. Carbon fiber trim and a new shift knob add subtle flair, while upgraded speakers ensure the Tokyo Drift soundtrack sounds as good as you remember—should you feel like living out your own DK moment.

The Legend Lives On

Whether you’re a die-hard Fast & Furious fan chasing childhood dreams or just someone who appreciates a properly executed rotary restomod, this RX-7 delivers the goods. It’s fast, it’s furious, and it’s just civilized enough to survive a coffee run.

Han may have left the screen, but his spirit—equal parts cool confidence and controlled chaos—lives on in metal, fiberglass, and the whoosh of spooling boost.

Check out the listing at Mecum Auctions, and maybe—just maybe—bring a little piece of Tokyo Drift home.

Source: Mecum

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The “Fast & Furious” Stunt SUVs Up for Auction

Owning a car that’s starred in a blockbuster is a temptation few petrolheads can resist. But while most of us settle for posters and die-cast models, a trio of Range Rovers from Fast & Furious: Hobbs & Shaw is giving adrenaline junkies the chance to park a piece of Hollywood chaos in their own driveway.

Set to cross the auction block at Mecum in Dallas/Fort Worth on October 30, these three SUVs are the real deal… if your idea of “real” involves smashed windshields, fake machine guns, and a slight existential crisis for any car purist.

All three were built for the 2019 spin-off as stunt vehicles, and you don’t need to be Sherlock Holmes to see it. Matte gray wraps, aftermarket bumpers, LED light bars, and Wilwood brakes with a dual-pedal system straight out of a tractor manual scream “stunt car,” not “luxury SUV.”

Under the hood, however, the Range Rover DNA remains intact: a 4.4-liter V8 engine, automatic gearbox, and all-wheel drive ensure that despite their cinematic scars, these SUVs can still hustle. The Wilwood braking system, designed to let stunt drivers lock individual wheels for dramatic skids, is a brilliant nod to the chaos these vehicles were built to survive.

And chaos is exactly what they’ve endured. One SUV flaunts a broken A-pillar and windshield, the others brandish rooftop “machine guns” with the subtlety of a Michael Bay set. Step inside, and the interior tells an even bleaker story: grimy upholstery, missing panels, and bits of mechanical ephemera strewn across the cabin. The second brake pedal, while functional, is a far cry from Range Rover’s usual high standards.

So what lies ahead for these cinematic bruisers? Beyond a place in a niche movie-car museum—or a collector’s garage for someone with more money than sense—the future is murky. They are reminders that Hollywood glamour is often built on grit, grease, and a dash of controlled chaos.

In short: these Range Rovers are not for the faint of heart. But for those willing to embrace a bit of stuntman spirit, it’s the closest you’ll get to living in the Fast & Furious universe without defying the laws of physics.

Source: Mecum

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1976 Alpina B2 is for sale

Ever since 1965, Alpina has worked closely with BMW turning their cars into extraordinary creations, such as the Alpina B2, which was produced in the 70s. This model is considered by many BMW fans to be the first true limousine from the Bavarian manufacturer. One of the very few examples powered by a naturally aspirated engine, the 1976 Alpina B2 is now up for auction.

The Alpina B2 is based on the BMW E12 528, a car produced between 1972 and 1981. This example has been completely restored, including the engine, transmission, steering, suspension and rear axle. It is painted in Fjord Blue, while the bodywork is adorned with blue and green stripes at the front, sides and rear. The car is in excellent condition with only 14,893 miles on the odometer. It sits on lightweight 14-inch Alpina wheels with new tires.

Inside, the seats are upholstered in fabric, while the steering wheel is wrapped in leather. In front of the driver is an Alpine instrument cluster, and the interior also features wood accents on the door panels, dashboard, and shifter.

Under the bonnet is a naturally aspirated 3.0-L inline-six with 233 hp and 265 Nm of torque, mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. The engine is equipped with three dual carburetors, forged pistons, an improved combustion chamber, and a reworked crankshaft.

The auction will take place on May 16, 2025, and the car’s estimated value is $150,000 – $175,000.

Source: Mecum Auctions

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1976 Alpina B2 is for sale