GATHERING: RANDOM SNAP AT MAYDAY THIRD ANNUAL MEET

This is the continuation of the previous coverage, the Mayday Third Annual Meet 2012. More number of cars and two-wheelers, but the number of drivers remains the same. That means? I leave the question for you to make a quick guess.

I just cannot help myself to start falling in love with third-generation Corolla, especially when they are equipped with full TE37 goodies...

...and a set of charming SSR Longchamp XR-4.

The long disappearing B10 2 door sedan, back in action for this special event. Everyone is going to love the headrest-less seat and flare-rubbing stance on deep wide AP Racing...

...and a brat concept Suzuki GS550 with a retro helmet, under transformation into a menacing ride.

If you guys wondering, the event took place at Luak Esplanade in Miri. A good spot to gather with your friends and enjoy watching cool rides (and hot girls to be honest).

Close look at the KE30, more shakotan gem with an oil cooler.

In front of the KE30 was this Marol's KE70 which just became a meaner machine with fabulous Enkei Apache all around.

A moment later, Romy showed up  and he did not fails to impress everyone with his freshly customized Honda CB360.

Last but not least, class album anyone? In this picture were the great guys who made the event success on that day. Keep it up guys, you are awesome!

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MEMBER: INCREDIBLE ROLLA

During my primary school, there was an uncle who is a close friend to my father; and he sometimes helped to pick me up from school. That time I was noob about cars, but I can only recall it was an old Corolla based on the trunk badge. I think that was the moment that I gets started to admire second generation Corolla models, after I took a ride in my uncle’s yellow KE20 Sedan 4 door.

Ok let’s get back to the track. This is not the car that I mentioned before, but this Corolla KE20 Sedan 4 door is owned by another OCCC member, James. He kept his KE20 quite simple, with normal rusty condition for a 40-year-old car and a set of aftermarket wheels. But do not judge a book by its cover, James got the best K-series engine condition compared to other OCCC members (including me); with a super silent engine while running and an automatic 3-speed transmission.

As a result, Kuching-Miri trip (around 1,000km uphill and downhill road condition some more) was not a big deal. James made his crazy journey and he managed to reach at the destination without major problems; which I bet other oldskool drivers would think twice (or thrice) to run the journey even with their car’s best condition.

When every E2 Corolla owners craving for the kouki Levin grill, James managed to find one for his beloved KE20, and he mated those zenki Levin garnish complete with side markers to get a fresher look.

Undoubtedly, we learnt something from James. That not all new modern cars are reliable, when you can rely on your old rusty Corolla running on K-series engines. Cheers mate!

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OCCC MEET 2012 MEMBERS EDITION

Last event gathered 19 members of OCCC at Taman Selera, Miri and we had a long day of full excitement. This was our first attempt to organize such event and it seems worked as planned. Congrats to all OCCC members!

One of the happening activities, football match among Team A and Team B. 

Photoshoot time among drivers and cars, waiting for Mat Rock AE80 and his clan.

"Hey, is that a Toyota 2000GT?"

Carrom match again, this time Marol, Roy, and his mate.

Spa clans, moments before they headed off to the House of Massage.

Edy: Go away! It's my ball(s).

...and the team that lose will have to do the BBQ.

Just right... Leh blocked Jul while Hanif quickly made a shot.

OK back to the chicken wing. Mazli and Hisham worked really hard to finish their task while the others started to enjoy the delicacies.

Photographing a photographer.

Daughter (purple shirt): Papa, you forgot to open the lens cap.

Edy: Syhh.. Don't tell that loudly.

Salleh the KE10 lover.

GF: Honey! Where are you? I have been waiting at home for 3 hours. I thought we have a date today.

Boy: Err... (speechless)

Fishy tricks by Romy (smiling from ear to ear) to defeats Hanif.

Cikgu and his son worked hard to prepare the meals.

At 4 o'clock, we settled down and heading to Luak Esplanade for 'makan angin' and wangan session.

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MEMBER: CHARMING CHARMANT

Daihatsu is a well-known carmaker from Japan and they are really success in term of compact cars or k-car (a Japanese category of small automobiles). When it comes to Daihatsu, a small and economic car best describes it. In contrast with this sedan, boxy shape, long wheelbase, and FR layout (Front engine Rear drive) it is a good attempt by Daihatsu to come out with their second generation Charmant in 1981.

Salute. That's all I can say to the owner, who is also an old friend of mine since high school. When every oldskool enthusiast out there is looking for ordinary (Celica, Sunny, Fairlady, & Corolla) platform as restoration project, he chose to stick with this inherited Charmant.

Totally sleeper. This is a good recipe to keep RTD (JPJ) officer out of your way. Only Enkei Compe, wrapped up with Kumho tires, hints the hidden power under the hood. Notice the original mudflap and door lining bearing 'Charmant', which I believe are rare among Charmant lovers.

Yes, another forgotten hero with some potentials. It is now powered by a 16-valves twincam engine, generating enough horsies to bring a big smile to the owner.

Every single parts are well-preserved. Exteriors are kept stock, except for the Non-Daihatsu KE70 DX fender mirror. FYI, Daihatsu shared some technologies with Toyota in successing Charmant, so I think it is cool to interchange some Toyota parts, and engine perhaps?

See you guys again with another heart-pumping 4 door oldskools. Ciao!

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