What or who got you into Cars?
As a child, my mom used to buy me hot wheels and rc cars all the time. And that sparked my interest. But when I saw fast and the furious and played midnight 1 and 2, that's what really set it off, and I was hooked.
Why this Car?
I chose a 1998 B5 a4 because I didn't see them at all, and my older brother was the only person who had one, so I figured why not get one as well.
Why did you build this Car?
I wanted something special and different from everyone else. Most people don't have these cars anymore. So I wanted to save it and make it one of the cleanest a4's in socal.
What does it feel like owning and driving this car?
it's amazing. Makes me smile every time I look at it, driving it just feels like a go-kart. Every time I take It somewhere, people give me a thumbs up, say how much they love it. Or tell me a story on how they had one back then.
What do you think makes it unique?
The color makes it unique, especially the interior. I don't know any other car with navy blue and tan interior from factory. The exhaust as well, people said it sounds like a subie.
Modifications list
k04 turbo
Apikol side mount intercooler
440cc injectors
2.0t coil conversion kit
vr6 maf housing
bosch 040 fuel pump
stage 3 southbend clutch
034 rear swaybar and sub-frame reinforcement kit
ST Coilovers
borla exhaust
jhm short shifter
Rotiform spf wheels.
(Built motor and big turbo build coming soon...)
Who did the work?
I did all the work myself
Future Plans?
I want to make a show car. That can definitely perform if needed. Show and go.
Maybe one day commit to a VR6 turbo swap.
What has the car scene brought you?
the car scene has brought me many friends and opportunities/experiences I never in my life I thought I would a part of. I've met some dope photographers like Randy bin, James aka F4A and randy @AGLA that have motivated me to pick up my camera and go shoot cars. I'm cool with a few different car groups/ car shops and they've allowed me to take photos for them and they use it for their websites. It's gotten to the point where I've motivated others to shoot cars and just take pictures in general which is crazy to me.
What is your dream car?
My dream car is a 69 camaro. I recently found that's my dad's dream car as well so my goal is to get one and build it for him.
Advice/Tips?
get out there and have fun. Find your people and stick by them. The scene can be toxic and draining at times but if you found your circle you don't have to worry about all the other bs. If you're just starting out in the scene, start with a cheap car and try to hold back from photography because man... you'll be broke
