Our parties have gained so much luv and publicity that Autoimportcraze.com came out and covered this event for a future feature event which is now available for public viewing. Most of the time, each round was more successful than the previous and “Round 6” Lingerie & Pajama Party lived up to all the hype. Team Hybrid put on a great show w/ 14 cars on display, Hybrid Hunnyz Sasha Singletong and Jeri Lee on the go go’s, VIP Lounge for our co-leaders/in-training/retired members/members/hunnyz/probies/friends, Remy Martin launching/displaying their new product line Remy Chill, lingerie contest w/ $300 cash prize and seeing many girls dressed in Lingerie or Pajamas’ throughout the night.
Now, this night is not only for us to remember and share on our forums. It will be seen and viewed by even more people around the nation and in the world.
Congratulations to Frankie Klepadlo’s Scion tC for a main feature on www.AutoImportCraze.com.
AIC: Final thanks and shout outs? FRANKIE: I have to give a big thanks to Karl at AA Autoworks; without him this build wouldn’t have happened. Thank you, thank you! I have to thank my Mom & Dad and my beautiful girlfriend, Barbara. I also have to thanks the good looking guy, James and all my boys from Team Hybrid.
AIC: How long have you owned the car? FRANKIE: I have owned the car for almost 4 years now.
AIC: How much money have you invested on your ride? FRANKIE: Retail There is about $70 grand but thanks to my wonderful sponsors I have had to only put about $30 grand out of my pocket.
AIC: Name one particular mod in your vehicle that stands out to you? Special factor or sentimental value? FRANKIE: I would have to say one thing that stands out to me is my shaved rear window. It is something a little different that no one has really done. AIC: What’s is next for the car? Future mods? FRANKIE: Next for the car is going to be a new interior along with a new sound system.
AIC: What was the 1st car you drove? FRANKIE: Haha. The first car I drove was a Pontiac Bonneville that I bought for $700.
AIC: Hottest trend in the scene? FRANKIE: I think the hottest trend is people pushing the limit there are a lot of guys that are trying new and different things; which I respect a lot. I don’t think every car should be the same. AIC: Please, give me an example. FRANKIE: AIC: Worst trend in the scene? FRANKIE: The worst trend is Lambo doors and neon underglow lighting. Don’t do it!
AIC: Has the car been dyno’d? FRANKIE: Yes, the car was tuned and dnyo’d at Yimi Sport in Santa Clarita. It makes 300 WHP & 290 FT/LB torque. AIC: How much boost are you running? FRANKIE:
AIC: What was the last traffic ticket or violation you incurred? If any? FRANKIE: My last ticket was about a week ago. I got pulled over leaving a meet. They are sending me to the State Referee for my turbo; I’m not sure what I’m gonna do yet.
Congratulations to Archie Concon’s 498 Horsepower AWD 2000 Mitsubishi Mirage for making a 5 page Editor’s Choice of DSPORT Magazine November 2008 Issue, pgs 078-084. DSPORT said, “…the Mirage turned out 498 hoursepower and 344-lb-ft of torque to the wheels. Archie hit his mark with this build as he not only achieved his goal of creating an Evolution of this own, he did so with one-of-a-kind flair. If fact, he not only caught the eye of DSPORT editors at the SPOCOM Show, he also won top honors at the Mitsubishi Owners Day on July 19th, 2008.”
Congratulations to Terence “Keoni” Viernes 2006 Mitsubishi Evo IX for being featured in the event coverage of Mitsubishi Owner’s Day 2008 (MOD) in DSPORT Magazine November 2008 Issue, pgs 106-107.
Congratulations to co-leader, Jason MacGill’s 2005 Mitsubishi EVO MR VIII on being in a 4 page “COVER” feature in PASMAG Overdrive Magazine which is inside of the 2008 Annual Buyer’s Guide issue, pgs 150-154. PASMAG Overdrive wrote, “With MacGill and Team Hybrid rounding the EVO into form, the team at Enkei took notice and wanted to throw support their way. A set of race-engineered GTC-01 Racing Series wheels measuring 18×9 inches were bolted onto each corner, wrapped in 245/40R18-sized KDW rubber from long time Team Hybrid supporter BFGoodrich…A special shout out to James Lin and the whole Team Hybrid crew, David Huang and of course, wife Kymberlee MacGill.”
Congratulations to member, David Huang’s 2006 IS350 in a 5 page “COVER” feature in Performance Auto & Sound Magazine 2008 Annual Buyer’s Guide, pgs 124-130.
PAS wrote, “Team Hybrid doesn’t produce any half-done projects. Everyone who is onboard with the team knows that to join you have to be committed to building outstanding showcars year over year.”
This car is also special because it had to be set apart from the masses since this car was going to tour across the county with HIN in the busiest booth there – the 2008 PAS Model Search. This is high exposure since the IS350 was a backdrop for literally thousands of photos being taken of young model hopefuls.
Team Hybrid, led by James Lin and David Huang, emerged victorious for the second year in a row in the 2007 Scion Tuner Challenge, and proved again why the team is considered a pioneer of the import scene. Team Koshak and Team Auto Concept Elite came in second and third, respectively.
The 2007 Scion Tuner Challenge invited tuner teams to trick out the 2008 xD, with the winner announced at the Specialty Equipment Market Association Show in Las Vegas. Scion picked three Southern California clubs and gave them each a 2008 xD, and $15,000 (they were not allowed to exceed this budget), to modify the car however they pleased. The challenge was judged by the National Custom Car Association (NCCA).
Team Hybrid won last year with its slick xA. Team Hybrid has a great tradition in creativity, originality, and quality. With the guidance of Lin, the team founder and President, Team Hybrid continues to build a legacy as and one of the finest crews in the nation.
Team Koshak was founded by people who are passionate about cars and car building. With the Scion Tuner challenge, Team Koshak brought car building to a point that raises the bar for others to follow. Originally called team Samurai Aftermarket Fabrication, the team changed its name to better reflect their well rounded aftermarket efforts, including street machines and trucks. Team Koshak is named after the team founder.
Team Auto Concept Elite was established in August 2006 by a group of friends sharing the same passion for building cars and having a common goal to be the best of the best. Although new to the scene, the team has been featured in various media including magazines, the internet, and TV and movie spots. The team consists of a group of friends that treat each and every one of the members as family.
For additional information regarding the contest, the winners, or Scion, please contact Scion Public Relations or Inform Ventures, LLC. For descriptions of the winning cars, please see below.
What an honor. Carbon8 Mag has selected Team Hybrid’s Scion xD, 2007 Scion Tuner Challenge Winner, to be the cover and main feature for its premier issue.Congratulations to Project Director: James Lin and Project Manager, David Huang. Carbon8 Mag wrote, “Check out the lean, mean, green fighting machine that climbed the ranks and took the belt for this years Scion Challenge.”
