1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT VR-4 with classic JDM tuning!

Recently updated on February 23, 2022 at 11:01 am

A certain formula caused quite a stir in the automotive world in Japan in the 90s. Two doors, four-wheel drive and turbocharging were extremely popular, and also generated enthusiasm among tuning fans outside the Land of the Rising Sun. One could even argue that it was the birth of the JDM scene was, or at least the trigger for the enormously growing interest in Japanese sports cars, which continues worldwide to this day. Today we have for you a special specimen of a Japanese super sports car of the era, namely one Mitsubishi 3000GT VR-4, driving around the US, and its owners Jay and Jackie Belknap has been modified to be contemporary and stylish.

Red biturbo racer with a cool design!

Not only the doubly charged engine, which we will discuss later, but also the typical one 90s design makes the red Mitsubishi a special automotive gem. Many parts of the car were through carbon components replaced, giving a Weight reduction of around 150 kilograms could be achieved. Including something like this roof of the vehicle. Furthermore thread springs installed by Part Flex to sharpen the dynamics of the sports coupe. This includes modifications Chassis and suspension, so that tuner Jay managed to get a rear-biased layout of the four-wheel drive.

Braces also ensure greater body rigidity. Of course there were also new rims, which is why the Japanese RAYS Volk TE37 Ultra wheels in 19 × 9,5 inch format. The classic JDM wheels match the iconic 3000GT perfectly, and feature a six-spoke star design with a black finish. Monstrous creatures live behind the rims Brake discs with a diameter of 380 millimeters on the front axle, which leads to a High-performance brake system with six-piston fixed calipers at the front, which bring the bolide safely to a standstill. 328 millimeter brake discs and two-piston fixed calipers are installed on the rear axle. Manufacturers of the mighty stoppers are the companies Supercar Engineering and stoptech.

Tuner Jay has also worked on the design, and about one front splitter by Retro-Spec, a Front spoiler from Bomex as well headlight covers mounted in millennium style. All parts including the RE Amemiya rear diffuser are made of carbon. Last but not least, a rare Mitsubishi GTO light strip was installed, which not only has continuous taillights, but also a GTO logo. Likewise own the tail lights LED technology while the headlights were equipped with xenon technology.

Sporty interior in contemporary style!

Besides sports seats of the Bride XAX-II type, further modifications were made to the interior. These include Greddy additional instruments, Gear levers made of titanium, a Alpine sound system of the type iLX-107 with Apple CarPlay function for music and navigation services Multifunctional steering wheel and a modified one Inside mirror.

Three-liter V6 biturbo with over 500 hp

With the help of various modifications to the drive train, the 3000GT already does more than 500 PS in the gentlest attunement. By increasing the Boost pressure a further increase in performance is possible as required. The power is transmitted via a Five-speed manual permanently on all four wheels.

Our verdict on the Mitsubishi 3000GT:

The tuning couple Jay and Jackie Belknap have put together a project that is impressive. JDM fans will love the vehicle! If we get more information about the changes, there is of course an update for this report. You will be informed about this if you simply use our Feed subscribe to. Have fun watching the pictures and stay true to us!

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1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT VR-4 with classic JDM tuning!
Photo credit: Instagram: rvae38 & JR Belknap via speed Hunters

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