Customer Spotlight: Straight Outta Houston – JDM Style Scion FR-S on SSR Wheels

NickMarch 20, 2017

SSR GT-F01 18×8.5 ET44 / 18×9.5 ET44 with Michelin Pilot Super Sport Tires
BC Racing Coilovers

This 2013 Scion FR-S takes attitude to a whole other level, the body lines and fierce look it gives is addictive and intimidating. Seeing this FR-S rolling down the road is defiantly a sight to see. The perfect stance sets off a look that just makes you want to put the pedal down and lay some rubber S’s. Owner says he ain’t done yet and we hope so also. Every story starts somewhere, and for Cuauhtemoc G, that place is a stock Scion FR-S.

Check out the story from the builder himself below. (featuring photography by VIXION)

“When I first got my car, I didn’t know what to do with it besides drive it.! At the time, I was going to school and one morning, I came back to my car with a slip of paper on the window inviting me to join the Houston86club on Facebook. So I did.

Later on that same night, I was tagged on a post from the 86club saying I was spotted on the street with my BuddyClub taillights. Since then, I’ve been going to car meets with the club and started seeing more and more cars and enthusiasts with different styles and tastes for their cars.”

SSR GT-F01 18×8.5 ET44 / 18×9.5 ET44 with Michelin Pilot Super Sport Tires
BC Racing Coilovers

“It truly is a different lifestyle and a unique culture that I’m proud to have become a part of. Driving my car and having other super car drivers telling me they like my car and that I have a nice car is a feeling that’s indescribable and people tagging me on Facebook saying I’ve been spotted is almost a new high.”

SSR GT-F01 18×8.5 ET44 / 18×9.5 ET44 with Michelin Pilot Super Sport Tires
BC Racing Coilovers

It’s certainly a great feeling to be recognized for the work you’ve put into your ride – check out the detail that’s been put into the interior.

“Its a feeling of recognition that nothing can match. I still have many plans with my car and hope to accomplish them soon.

Thank you to those people I have met that have helped me with my build, show support and have become my friends. I am truly blessed to be where I am today.”

The car’s aero is part of what makes it such a stunner visually. Let’s take a closer look.

SSR GT-F01 18×8.5 ET44 / 18×9.5 ET44 with Michelin Pilot Super Sport Tires
BC Racing Coilovers

We can’t wait to see what’s next on this project, keep a lookout in the streets, just don’t look too hard, you might hurt yourself.

There are a number of directions the car could go from here, but as it sits now, his FR-S is looking pretty good.

SSR GT-F01 18×8.5 ET44 / 18×9.5 ET44 with Michelin Pilot Super Sport Tires
BC Racing Coilovers

If you’re looking for some Scion FR-S parts yourself, be sure to stop by ModBargains.com, or check out our blog post on the Best mods for the Scion FR-S/BRZ.

SSR GT-F01 18×8.5 ET44 / 18×9.5 ET44 with Michelin Pilot Super Sport Tires
BC Racing Coilovers

Want to transform your stock FR-S, BRZ or Toyota 86 into a car like this one? If you’re in Southern California, come see us at our shop, Mod Auto, where our experienced Mod Experts can put together some options for your 86 – call us 714-582-3330 to make an appointment or click here to use our online Appointment System. Visit ModBargains.com or email Scion FR-S / Subaru BRZ / Toyota 86 specialists at ModBargains or call us at 714-582-3330 to get more information.

Mod List:

ENGINE/EXHAUST
Perrin Cold Air Intake
Crawford Billet Power Blocks
Raceseng Lightweight Pulley Set
Agency Power UEL Headers
Tomei Front Pipe
Corsa Catback
Tuned By DD Performance Research (159 hp/185 torque)

WHEELS/SUSPENSION:
BC Racing BR Coilovers
Agency Power Adjustable Rear Lower Control Arms
SSR GT-F01 18×8.5 ET44 / 18×9.5 ET44
Michelin Pilot Super Sport Tires
Racing Composite r40 Lug Nuts

INTERIOR:
4-point Takata harness
ciper auto harness bar
Momo steering wheel
NRG steering wheel hub
Raceseng Ashiko MT Shift Knob
EXTERIOR:
APR carbon fiber front splitter
APR carbon fiber side rocker extensions
APR GTC-200 Carbon Fiber Wing
APR Carbon Fiber Formula 3 Mirrors
Driveway Labs Type 1 Rear Diffuser
Seibon Carbon Fiber Hood (TS)
Seibon Carbon Fiber Rear Trunk Garnish