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2023.05.16Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911

Porsche 911 Targa 4 GTS (992) Test Drive Review: How Does It Differ from the Base Model?

This time, I’d like to review the 992 Targa 4 GTS that I happened to test drive during my recent Kyushu tour. 992 Targa 4 GTS The Porsche 992 Targa 4 GTS is a unique model within the GTS lineup. The reason is that, unlike other GTS models, it does not come standard with the PASM sport suspension, but only the regular PASM suspension. This is related to the fact that the Targa model, having...

2023.05.16Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911

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2023.05.01Reviews & Test Drives, Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz E250 (W213) Test Drive Review: Exemplary Fundamental Performance Truly Wort...

Mercedes-Benz E250 (W213) Test Drive Report This time, although the test drive was a little while ago, I’d like to share my impressions of the Mercedes-Benz E250 (W213).Mercedes recently announced the new E-Class, but this E-Class is the earlier model of the current generation (W213). The grade is E250 Avantgarde Sport. Ride Comfort First, when starting to drive, this particular model uses conventional spring suspension rather than air suspension, but there is no particular dissatisfaction...

2023.05.01Reviews & Test Drives, Mercedes-Benz

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2023.04.05Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911

Test Driving the Legendary Porsche 911 964 CUP on Public Roads! A Surprising Experience o...

Test Driving the Legendary Porsche 911 964 CUP Car History and Features of the 964 CUP Car “CUP” cars generally refer to vehicles developed for one-make races where the same manufacturer and model compete against each other. The 964 CUP, true to its name, is a model used in one-make races like the Porsche 911 Cup. Introduced in 1990, this car is based on the Carrera 2 and assembled not on the regular factory line...

2023.04.05Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911

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2023.03.30Reviews & Test Drives, Mercedes-Benz

Real Impressions After Purchasing the GLB200d 4MATIC: Pros and Cons After About 7,000 km

Time flies, and the Mercedes-Benz GLB200d delivered at the end of November 2022 has now surpassed 7,000 km on the odometer. This time, I’d like to share my honest impressions after driving it for a while. Background of Purchasing the GLB200d 4MATIC Why I Chose the GLB200d The reason I bought the GLB200d was that I was looking for a family car with a compact width yet high driving performance, and after riding in a...

2023.03.30Reviews & Test Drives, Mercedes-Benz

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2023.03.13Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911

Winter Snow Drive in the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS (991 Early Model)

Winter Porsche: The Carrera 4 GTS March has arrived, bringing warmer temperatures and pleasant sunny days. Our early 991 Carrera 4 GTS has been with us for about a year and a half. It’s running superbly, with a sharp engine response and an exhaust note that seems to be getting even louder and more thrilling. Originally, I wanted to own an all-wheel-drive Carrera, so I chose the Carrera 4 GTS. Since I wanted to drive...

2023.03.13Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911

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2023.03.01Reviews & Test Drives

Test Drive of the New GR86 (RZ・6AT)｜How Does a Porsche Owner Feel?

I’ve written many blog posts before, but when it comes to reviewing domestic cars, I honestly don’t want to write anything negative because domestic car fans tend to get overly defensive. However, that would defeat the purpose of an independent personal blog, so I’ve decided to write candidly this time as well. Toyota GR86 This time, I had the chance to test drive the new Toyota GR86 (RZ・6AT). Just before this, I had driven the...

2023.03.01Reviews & Test Drives

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2023.01.29Reviews & Test Drives

Test Drive of the New Supra (6MT)｜How Did a Porsche Owner Feel?

Toyota Supra When I think of the Supra, the A80 model (1993-2002) — the ’80s Supra immediately comes to mind. Its larger body and drastically changed design from the previous generation divided opinions, but I really liked it. I especially admired the rear styling, the taillight design, and the enveloping driver’s seat. That Supra was redesigned in 2019. When I first saw the design in the announcement, I was disappointed, and I was surprised that...

2023.01.29Reviews & Test Drives

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2023.01.22Reviews & Test Drives, Mercedes-Benz

Test Drive Report: New Mercedes-AMG SL43｜Why Name It “SL”?

The other day, my younger brother bought the new Mercedes-AMG SL43 (R232 model). When it comes to the SL, it’s a model I personally love as well—one of the three cars (911, SL, M3) I dreamed of owning when I was younger. In fact, I used to drive an R129 SL500, and I also once owned the R171 SLK350, which is like the little brother of the SL. I truly love the SL among all...

2023.01.22Reviews & Test Drives, Mercedes-Benz

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2023.01.17Reviews & Test Drives, Mercedes-Benz

Test Drive Report: Mercedes-AMG GLA35｜How It Differs from Regular Models and the GLB

Our blog’s test driver, TAKURO-san, recently bought a Mercedes-AMG GLA35 at the end of the year, so right at the start of the new year, I got a chance to see it up close. Mercedes-AMG GLA35 Speaking of the current GLA, my younger brother owns a GLA200d 4MATIC, and I’ve driven it a few times. Also, I bought the sibling model, the GLB200d 4MATIC, last year, so I want to report on the differences between...

2023.01.17Reviews & Test Drives, Mercedes-Benz

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2022.12.30Reviews & Test Drives

The Husband Who Has Driven Over 100 Porsches Picks the 2022 Test Drive Car of the Year!?

2022 Test Drive Car of the Year Time flies, and 2022 is already coming to an end. The latter half of this year seemed to pass by faster than usual. The saying “Time flies like an arrow” truly fits. Especially December—I barely have any memories of it before the month was over (maybe just my poor memory lol). Thank you so much for following the blog “Welcome Home, PORSCHE” throughout this year. So today, I’d...

2022.12.30Reviews & Test Drives