EVENT: OCCC MAYDAY 2013, 4TH ANNIVERSARY

Great people, great cars, great event; the fourth anniversary of OCCC was a success on 19^thMay 2013. A bunch of 46 finely restored classic cars from all over Miri and Brunei gathered to rock the city, which those are from Oiltown Classic Car Club and Brunei Retrocar.

The group first gathered at Kampung Sukan Petronas Miri, ten cars from Brunei while the rest from Miri comprised finely restored cars manufactured from 1960 to 1980 such as Toyota 1000, Celica, Corolla, Crown, Land Cruiser BJ40, Datsun Sunny, Fairlady 260Z, Honda Accord, Mazda RX-7, Mercedes Benz, Mitsubishi Galant, Lancer, Suzuki Alto, Jeep, and Volkswagen Beetle. In such a crowd, the committee was impressed to see the number of participants.

Next, the group migrated to a breathtaking scenery location at Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency’s ex-office, in the heart of main city. As the sun started to set down, the group drove down to Luak Esplanade to enjoy fresh breeze and sunset. The weather in Luak Esplanade over the weekend was picture perfect, with temperatures around 30 degrees C and beautiful sunny skies. In other words, the kind of stuff that makes people from all around Sarawak envy Miri.

The committee was very excited to see the overwhelming response to the Mayday 2013. It was such a great honor to gather all classic car owners from all over city and neighboring region. As the club motto itself says “If You Build, They Will Come”; keeps inspiring the enthusiasts on car restoration, considering these cars are much older than their owners. For those who want to know more about them, please find them on Facebook; Oiltown Classic Car Club.

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EVENT: SUNDAY JOYRIDE – THE RIDES OF THE SEAHORSE CITY

Hello again! Without wasting much time, we shall continue with this road-scrapping KE20. As the cabin is limited for two persons only, I shall suggest James to remove rear seat for the sake of lightweight.

The younger brother in Corolla brotherhood, a tofu delivery AE80 with killer fitment on 7J wheels and 175/70/R13 rubbers.

Forget about the JDMs for a while, I sincerely cannot resist liking this mint W115. Paul Bracq (the designer) must be proud to see this if he is still alive. What a peace of mind and relaxed feeling to drive one.

Looking for a family-version Celica? This TA40 is a right choice for a T-series conversion.

How about a two-doors Civic SB1 on Black Racing wheels? It isn’t VTEC nor ZC but it is cooler than the siblings.

A long-hibernating TA22 came out to put on the fire.

Much more fire with Watanabe 15-inches, seems a right choice when you are in attempt of filling an AE70’s wheel arch.

Expecting an ordinary hardtop? Nope, this KE35 is an SR model, running with new heart for a reliable daily usage.

This mouth-watering lime green B210 was totally outstanding among the crowd, especially when you have Riverside Star to sit on.

2T-G, LB, deep-wide AP Racing, Top Secret aero kit, what else you are looking for?

KE25 running on Hayashi Street and SSR Supershark.

It is cute little thing, thanks Suzuki for producing this adorable Alto 800.

Sleeper-look on the exterior except the crazy-offset AP Racing, but I bet the engine bay is going to amaze you.

Simple and neat, just love the way Hisham did on this Charmant.

Perfect condition and stock parts intact on this KP30, where else could you find one?

With a set of wide wheels and few inches lower, you already have a handsome looking Celica.

A 5-star hotel experience’s drive to Peliau with this Kujira. We shall check-in now.

And a 40-minutes drive seems like 10 with this Celica RA60. The candy red effect make it seems like cruising even in static mode.

Trust me, you cannot go wrong with Equip 01 on KE25.

Out of the crowd, we have got this badass Hilux N40.

This A75 was just discharged from operation ward; the doc had to implant a snail to make it breath healthily. Hope it get well soon.

The senyumsuka has a new responsibility to transport the owner’s mistress. Congratulations. 

Everything single thing is just awesome on this TA28. Thanks Mr. President for the motivation of restoration.

Last but not least, our great guy behind of these awesome photos. After a long sleep, this coupe is now ready to rumble. Many thanks for transporting the gears to snap these professional photos.

That’s all for now, bye.

* All photos are courtesy of Asrol Ardi.

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EVENT: SUNDAY JOYRIDE – THE RIDES OF THE SEAHORSE CITY

Hello again! Without wasting much time, we shall continue with this road-scrapping KE20. As the cabin is limited for two persons only, I shall suggest James to remove rear seat for the sake of lightweight.

The younger brother in Corolla brotherhood, a tofu delivery AE80 with killer fitment on 7J wheels and 175/70/R13 rubbers.

Forget about the JDMs for a while, I sincerely cannot resist liking this mint W115. Paul Bracq (the designer) must be proud to see this if he is still alive. What a peace of mind and relaxed feeling to drive one.

Looking for a family-version Celica? This TA40 is a right choice for a T-series conversion.

How about a two-doors Civic SB1 on Black Racing wheels? It isn’t VTEC nor ZC but it is cooler than the siblings.

A long-hibernating TA22 came out to put on the fire.

Much more fire with Watanabe 15-inches, seems a right choice when you are in attempt of filling an AE70’s wheel arch.

Expecting an ordinary hardtop? Nope, this KE35 is an SR model, running with new heart for a reliable daily usage.

This mouth-watering lime green B210 was totally outstanding among the crowd, especially when you have Riverside Star to sit on.

2T-G, LB, deep-wide AP Racing, Top Secret aero kit, what else you are looking for?

KE25 running on Hayashi Street and SSR Supershark.

It is cute little thing, thanks Suzuki for producing this adorable Alto 800.

Sleeper-look on the exterior except the crazy-offset AP Racing, but I bet the engine bay is going to amaze you.

Simple and neat, just love the way Hisham did on this Charmant.

Perfect condition and stock parts intact on this KP30, where else could you find one?

With a set of wide wheels and few inches lower, you already have a handsome looking Celica.

A 5-star hotel experience’s drive to Peliau with this Kujira. We shall check-in now.

And a 40-minutes drive seems like 10 with this Celica RA60. The candy red effect make it seems like cruising even in static mode.

Trust me, you cannot go wrong with Equip 01 on KE25.

Out of the crowd, we have got this badass Hilux N40.

This A75 was just discharged from operation ward; the doc had to implant a snail to make it breath healthily. Hope it get well soon.

The senyumsuka has a new responsibility to transport the owner’s mistress. Congratulations. 

Everything single thing is just awesome on this TA28. Thanks Mr. President for the motivation of restoration.

Last but not least, our great guy behind of these awesome photos. After a long sleep, this coupe is now ready to rumble. Many thanks for transporting the gears to snap these professional photos.

That’s all for now, bye.

* All photos are courtesy of Asrol Ardi.

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EVENT: SUNDAY JOYRIDE – BRUNEI RETROCAR

Good day everyone! This post is dedicated for our very good friends from Brunei Darussalam. Let’s start off with this mindset-changer B310, for those who are in dilemma of owning one. A very good example of proper restoration to refer with.

All the way from Kuala Belait, eye-catcher as always, Saiful’s KE70 is now transferring it’s 20v’s torque to a charming set of Work Equip 03.

When the others are focusing on TE35/TE37 conversion, the owner of this KE35 has own taste to amplify the stock outlook. Noted the trend of Californian Vitaloni fender mirror nowadays, self must find one before the price skyrocketed to USD1,000.

The muscular-look on this Celeste is totally undeniable and irresistible. Kindly note the same platform was used on Plymouth Arrow.

Birds and insects were in havoc fleeing for life when this piston-less Savanna rolled in. The period-correct P1 Racing seems acceptable for this SA22C.

A mature looking E7 in wagon form, sleek and neat enough to be driven daily. I bet the owner is still in progress to transform his wagon to a wicker ride.

A mean SE70 with Breakthrough Engine with Advanced Mechanism System. Fabulous inside and outside...

…with a set of killer-specs 15-inches SSR Longchamp, everyone envy.

See you again in Part 3. Ciao!

* All photos are courtesy of Asrol Ardi.

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