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Old Jul 21, 2003 | 08:47 AM
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Question Traveling to Japan and Taiwan

I will be going to Japan and Taiwan on business in about a month and would like to survey local Evo scene. More specifically, I will be in Tokyo and Taiching/Kao-shiang.

I would like to find out what is offered in the local market, and whether it would be cheaper to acquire some stuff - like Cusco, HKS, A-pexi, Greddy, etc - locally. Any suggestions from local denizens? Thanks!
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Old Jul 21, 2003 | 09:36 AM
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hey, u think u can help me get prices for this Ralliart Grille?
best if it's already painted yellow (Y01)


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Old Jul 21, 2003 | 09:47 AM
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You mean Taichung?
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Old Jul 21, 2003 | 11:23 AM
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anton670609, Yep, the one in the middle

drummerjun, I'm only gonna have a couple of hours to spare, but I'll keep it in mind and try to keep an eye out for it.
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Old Jul 23, 2003 | 07:50 PM
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ya..get the part # if you can and the retail of the grille..
best if you could bring me one when u come back..

Thanks man!
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Old Aug 5, 2003 | 10:07 AM
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VR430:

Most HKS,Greddy(Trust),Cusco,A-pexi Stuff in Taiwan are more expensive than USA, only the stuff made in Taiwan may cheaper than here. I went back Taiwan every year, been a lot tuning shop and their price on those parts are 20% more than here.
But you may find good price in Japan tho. 10%-20% cheaper. Good luck !!
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Old Aug 18, 2003 | 08:57 PM
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dude, you have to bring me back a ralliart grill in white and those tight black headlight housings!!!! i am totally good for the $$
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Old Aug 10, 2004 | 02:25 AM
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I am located in HK. Been to both Japan and Taiwan.

Taiwan doesn't have that many Evos yet... and Im not so sure about the scene. But they have some auto parts stores, franchises from Japan. The most famous one AutoBacs, which is like a grocery store for import car junkies. There's another store near that one like 2 blocks away. Unfortunately I can't remember the name but ask AutoBacs. Hopefully you speak some mandarine cos the english is not so good there. But if you find your way to the shop, finger pointing will work. Prices here are more than Hong KOng, but may be less than the overseas markets. If you are in town, why not try your luck.

Japan is so spread out, it's hard to find anything unless you know the language. Once again I suggest AutoBacs. Here's the link: http://www.autobacs.co.jp/ You'll find all sorts of goodies here at good prices relative to anywhere else. Also pick up a local tuner mag like OPtions and you'll see lots of adds in there for tuner shops. Try your luck at locating one.

Happy hunting.
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Old Aug 30, 2004 | 09:06 AM
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I am currently living in Taiwan and they have alot of accessories here but if its name brand im sure its cheaper in other countries. Just bought a Evo 8 here so I am still looking for a good tuner. If you live in Taipei hit me up, fecking bored here!
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