Car Chat
Car Chat
Sam Moores
Masa Kuji | Built By Legends
1 hour 9 minutes Posted Mar 24, 2025 at 1:00 am.
The Evolution of the GTR Series
Journey into the Car Industry
Building Built by Legends
The Ethos Behind Restomodding
Collaborations with Legendary Tuners
Performance and Reinforcement of GTRs
The First Built by Legends GTR
Popularity and Market Trends of GTRs
Production Capacity and Restoration Services
Improving Original Designs
Customer Customization and Specifications
Driving Experience of Custom Cars
Customer Relationships and Build Process
Cost and Value of Builds
Restoration Process and Customization
Future of Car Builds and Personal Favorites
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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.
https://builtbylegends.jp/en/
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