Rare JDM Parts You Don't Know About!

[@Xmadish]

Steange Fact: The rear wing on Tommy Kaira GT-ST shown at the begining is now being imported to Czech Republic, the GT-ST is also light blue - I cannot wait to see it in real life 😂

[@JDMArchives]

No way! Amazing looking car

[@spookazz]

"look at these nerds" *me: binge watching these vids*

[@JDMArchives]

Yehhhh…. I knew when I was more excited for Subaru roof ventilators than 1000hp builds that I was a Nerd 🤣

[@oil_leek]

oem optional bits>fully built motor 👌

[@RafaelLopeztattoos]

​​@@JDMArchivesthis was such an early 00' rice mod 😂 especially on civics definitely one of the first things i added to my ride on NFS Underground

[@VGAMER-m9m]

​@@JDMArchivesLike for me too, when i saw a yellow miata here in Portugal i emidiatly took a good pic on a moving car, but i Saw a MK4 supra i just took a shitty picture of it, becouse, rare yellow miot is more exciting than a MK4 supra, yea i think iam a nerd too...

[@LuckyQuadrifoglio]

I knew about the Toyota supra's TRD 3000GT body option as it was featured on Slapjack's Supra from 2fast2furious

[@JDMArchives]

Yeh great pick up.

[@godaeitrox]

This is a real gem of a channel. Finally youtube recommended me something good. Keep these coming.

[@JDMArchives]

Thank you so much.

[@excalibur2038]

Your research is absolutely incredible, awesome vid as always

[@JDMArchives]

Thank you so much. It takes a lot more time than you’d expect.

[@milanmathew6230]

Amazing content brother, keep it up ❤️👍🏻

[@JDMArchives]

Thanks so much bro!

[@barmiiiii]

why do these vintage car ads always look so good

[@JDMArchives]

They look soo good!

[@adamoooh]

When they cared and enjoyed designing cars/ parts unlike the copy and paste crap we mainly see these days

[@filipw3251]

this is so easy to watch, yet not boring, i love this so much. keep making stuff like this

[@JDMArchives]

Thanks so much! Comments like this keep me so motivated. Glad you enjoyed.

[@angelabov3n]

BANKRUPT ON LUXARY TAX?

[@tomboy5313]

Its gonna be the biggest flex when your channel takes off that we have all been here since day one 😂Its amazing seeing the channel receive so much love and support, the effort that must go into these videos is insane... I can't even imagine the lengths you'd be going to with finding some of this info!

[@JDMArchives]

Thanks! I really do appreciate it.

[@negativeindustrial]

@@JDMArchives I’m looking for as many authentic 1990s TRD parts as I can find for my JZA80, SW20 and ST-205. I’ve only had a little luck so far. If you’re looking for a subject for a future video, maybe one focused on techniques related to tracking down the last remaining JDM parts that are still hiding around the world?

[@cow8697]

Man these are so well researched. Absolutely love your content.

[@JDMArchives]

Thanks! Takes a while to collate and make the videos

[@executive1946]

absolutely loving this series of sorts. I've been looking at rare options for my car, Autozam Revue - ABSOLUTELY nothing online for sale but the brochures. Amazing stuff, keep it up!

[@JDMArchives]

Glad you like them! Thanks so much for watching

[@ataorkunoguz5451]

I think I just found the ultimate JDM KZbin channel, lol. Subbed!

[@JDMArchives]

Legend! Thank you so much

[@georgepumpernickel603]

My fav hard to find 90's subaru parts are first gen legacy ground effects by STI(pretty much anything for the first gen legacy for that matter, like foglights for the turbo), and the STI sports bumper for the gc8 as seen on Bunta's impreza. I love all the unique parts that Subaru made for their turbo models, and occasionally you'll find other niche stuff like the Tommy Kaira m20b wagon top spoiler, as well as Mine's gc8 parts.

[@JDMArchives]

That’s incredible. Subaru has some of my favourite brochures. The level of detail on each individual model and what extras they offered is really impressive. I use to have a 2 door GC8 ver. 6 STI Type R, I miss it so much! One of my favourite cars I’ve ever driven. Thanks for the comment really great info, glad you’re enjoying the content.

[@georgepumpernickel603]

@@JDMArchives I don't think I'll ever get away from subarus lol. I have a 93 gf4 wagon that I'm doing an ez30 swap on (eventually), and a USDM 92 Legacy 2.2 Turbo. The USDM Legacies were weird since it's SOHC, but closed deck and came non-intercooled. It's currently running a td04 and 06-07 wrx intercooler at the moment. Can't beat 90's Subaru engineering. Love the content btw!

[@SpanglyEliiment]

Love to see this! These videos are a mission to make and you've made these super interesting and engaging. Keep going bro you'll blow up in no time!

[@JDMArchives]

Thanks so much for your feedback. I’m glad you enjoyed it 😁 makes it worth it!

[@bravocpm1600]

I have the WRC roof vent on my Subaru it’s awesome 😀

[@JDMArchives]

No way! That’s awesome.

[@Sithhy]

Random question but does opening it cause any audible air turbulance like when you roll down a window at high speed?

[@802Garage]

10:42 Oof that green color is so good. Fender mirrors and rear window louvers too.

[@JDMArchives]

Yeh I love the green lights 👌 thanks for watching

[@GrantBattle]

I love how you said I understand I go a little bit crazy with Subaru then the next part was another Subaru 😂❤

[@JDMArchives]

Hahaha yeh I’m definitely guilty of loving Subarus 😁😁

[@carxdesigns8563]

i love when youtube show me this type of channels, AMAZING content, subscribed imediatelly. Keep it up bro! Cheers from Brazil!

[@JDMArchives]

Thank you, I love getting comments like this. I’m really glad you enjoyed it.

[@skythundersky1544]

Love your stuff dude, hope the channel will receive the attention it deserves soon

[@JDMArchives]

It feels like it already with great comments like this. Thanks mate!

[@jacekczogalla8641]

I dont know how i got your channel reccomended, but im stunned. I liked the video so much!!! Big ups!❤

[@JDMArchives]

Thank you so much! Comments like this make it worth it.

[@RallycrossGT]

love the video and love to see how much the channel has grown. keep ip up!!! as a Honda Fit RS owner, I would like to see more Honda items in the next video :D

[@JDMArchives]

Thanks legend! Yeh that’s fair enough, Honda needs some more love

[@foxoftiger2151]

So like real question, where do you find all these magazines and stuff or do you just like have them physically? Thanks man love the content

[@foxoftiger2151]

Because I would love to read some

[@JDMArchives]

Thanks mate, I really appreciate it. I’ve been collecting both physical and digital scans (most of which needed repairing) for many years now. I realised I had a pretty good collection together and also realised that I wasn’t alone in enjoying the old info! I’m really glad you’re enjoying the content. It takes along time to put together.

[@foxoftiger2151]

@@JDMArchives yeah no problem man and thank you and thanks for replying.

[@Ungovernable_Schizo]

@@JDMArchives bros gatekeeping lmao

[@mtbrickhouse6292]

YJ Auctions have them every so often, but you might find yourself having to sort through listings like a bargain bin at the store. Ready depends on what you're into. Online deep dive searches (forums, reddit, etc.) are also a good reference for those nice enough to already do scans for people.

[@derpfacedgoat]

Am absolutely loving all these vids, keep it up! 😎🤘

[@JDMArchives]

Glad you like them! Thanks so much

[@Harriesss]

The crx sports ballade pop-up jdm headlights are also rare, and the indigo light up garnice H from the crx and civic ef models also very rare from honda access

[@JDMArchives]

I love those headlights. Looks soo good! Had to google them to find out what they are, thanks

[@narvalo2885]

The video is so good ! Nice selection

[@JDMArchives]

Thanks legend!

[@henrynewgent8481]

Just found this channel! These videos are fantastic

[@JDMArchives]

I’m glad you’re enjoying the content. Thanks legend!

[@M4MK]

this is so interesting, very niche info you managed to pull up. hope your channel blows up 🙏

[@JDMArchives]

Thank you. I’m just glad people are enjoying it with me!

[@x1anp]

Great vid!

[@JDMArchives]

Thank you 🙏

[@Seiyomedia]

The effort that goes into these videos! Love it bro keep it up :)

[@Ottobon]

I'll oppose your D-Ranking of the Koala baby seat because honestly it's not about how practical these things are, the roof scoop has NO practical purpose, yet its extremely cool. If i saw a Supra at a car show with that specific Koala-chan babyseat in the back it would be the most memorable Supra i'd even see, especially if it came with the knowledge it was made for the Supra and not just some random Koala themed babyseat, its just too Japanese and too 1990s to not be epic.

[@JDMArchives]

You’ve changed my perspective on the ranking system. How memorable is a part, HAS to be factored in to the ranking in future videos. Couldn’t agree more. 😁

[@DANGMOE]

Bimmers do, in fact, look amazing with JDM style body kits. Even today.

[@JDMArchives]

They absolutely do! Thanks for watching 👌

[@DANGMOE]

@@JDMArchives Love the concept of these videos, keep em coming! I had to sub

[@behzinga8196]

Hey bro im loving these videos they are great I would love to see a pulsar gtir video 👍🏿

[@JDMArchives]

I want to make a stand-alone video for the GTi-R eventually. The next video releasing soon features the pulsar 😁😁 perfect timing for your comment! Thanks bro

[@MedekTheOne]

Awesome video, really well put together. If you want to look into Mazda Familia brochures I have a huge colleciton of them, mostly the 1985-1989 model but I have a few others too. They had some really interesting extras for their daily drivers. I'd gladly share them with you to check it out.

[@JDMArchives]

I’m trying to figure out a way to safely share files between people. I’ve had a few people mention they have really good collections. I’m glad you are enjoying the videos. Thanks so much!

[@MedekTheOne]

@@JDMArchives Just an idea, but maybe you could make a discord server and people would get threads or channels where they can upload pictures.

[@420architecMindNDesign]

This is why we love jdm

[@JDMArchives]

Never fails to disappoint. Endless features!

[@joshuahamilton1952]

Loving all your videos man ♥

[@JDMArchives]

Thanks mannnnn. Glad youre enjoying it 😁😁

[@noahmoreno4122]

You gotta do a video like this for just Honda!!!

[@JDMArchives]

That’s a great idea! I have more Honda parts in the next video. But an exclusive Honda vid would be cool. Thanks!

[@bozo4K]

RSX/ DC5 had an aftermarket armrest for the center console. You could still pull the ebrake too!

[@JDMArchives]

No way! Thanks

[@sryx.8983]

I Love your Videos so much

[@JDMArchives]

Thank you so much!

[@Speedy.2045]

Tommy Kaira wins is insane omg 🤩🤩

[@JDMArchives]

It’s incredible isn’t it!

[@mtbrickhouse6292]

Makes sense with the 555 decal package. Rally was big back then and still is in Japan. Tobacco sponsorships also probably didn't bother the Japanese public back then because a massive amount of people smoked. Hell, they even had faux cigarette gum in the 90s. 😂

[@JDMArchives]

That’s hilarious. I feel like I remember a lolly or something as a kid in Oz. Thanks for the great comment 😁

[@eow11blue]

Wow, good job ytb for showing me this channel

[@JDMArchives]

Thank you

[@AnthonyinFL81]

Thanks for the heads up on the TK seats! I bought them for my 25R that was missing them

[@JDMArchives]

What a car! I wonder if it was the four door red one I saw I can’t remember where the other day? That looked mint if that was it.

[@Premiumzest]

TOMMY KAIRA COMMON W

[@Alwayscorrect12]

Love the video! This is the second one I have watched and Im enjoying the content. I gotta ask though what are you using to get to japanese auctions? I use buyee but they are different to deal with when it comes to shipping

[@azumax621]

Yahoo auction

[@jaypt00]

great vid. so interesting. what’s the website name you’re using to browse these rare parts?

[@harrisoncheesman1322]

Keep making stuff like this bro

[@JDMArchives]

Thanks bro!

[@kfunluc]

You have a new subscriber! I've been retouching cars since 2001 and I guarantee every image you saw in those brochures were Photoshopped. Also might want to look up the word "Jap" and it's connotations.

[@JDMArchives]

Thank you! That means a lot there is a mammoth amount of restoration in the photos, as sooooo much of the originals are damaged. I’m really glad you noticed! And thanks I will 🙏

[@arixant]

tommy kaira was the sole importer for hartge in japan, they probably had access to their parts bin.

[@JDMArchives]

That makes sense to the brand down the bottom corner of the Hartge brochure “Tomita”. Great information to know, thanks.

[@Efintyson]

you need to talk about the oem toyota fax machine in the celsior!

[@JDMArchives]

That sounds crazy 🤣

[@ieatmentoss1714]

I’ve seen one of the 555 sticker package cars! Although I didn’t realise that it was one at the time…

[@JDMArchives]

You have no idea how jealous that makes me! 🤣

[@Tony-112]

My favourite is the wing-robo.

[@JDMArchives]

It’s so good isn’t it!

[@Understeerking]

Very good video

[@JDMArchives]

Thank you 🙏

[@attiquerehman351]

Killing it bro!

[@JDMArchives]

Thanks Bro!! 👌

[@jameson108]

Very cool

[@JDMArchives]

Thank you!

[@derschulleiter5844]

I live in Germany and there is an old Subaru dealership near me that collects cars. The owner has a perfect condition 4wd GT in his showroom.

[@JDMArchives]

That’s amazing! Did it have the decal package?

[@cameronfahey3662]

Toyota did a cool 12v plug in warning light that you plug in. It’s purple in colour and magnetic to stick on the roof. Maybe something to look into?

[@JDMArchives]

That sounds crazy! I’ll see if I can find it. It’s amazing how bizarre and awesome some of the features are on the classic JDMs

[@corod-1]

I have the power window option in my 1982 Toyota Corolla sedan, just like the Pulsar in the brochure...

[@JDMArchives]

Yes!!! Awesome, is there a tissue box holder in the back 🤣

[@corod-1]

@@JDMArchives Ha, I wish...

[@DoselH]

Really good content, KZbin recommended well

[@JDMArchives]

Thanks legend!

[@MrHMS91]

WHAT??? THERE WAS A CONVERTIBLE IMPREZA???

[@JDMArchives]

It featured at the Tokyo motor show in the 90s. I don’t believe it ever made it to full production but was intended to be a luxury spec style of Impreza. All white leather…. Subaru was trying everything in the 90s!

[@MrHMS91]

@@JDMArchives through my almost 25 years of being onto car culture i’ve read bout maaaaaaaaany rare and special versions of cars, but THIS one gets my mind blown 😃😃 thank you, i’m really appreciate for your work to bring us this kind of info bout cars!

[@ferrete8967]

Great vídeo 👍

[@JDMArchives]

Thank you 🙏

[@pepps8711]

Pretty cool, i know a lot of JDM Stuff but thats new.

[@JDMArchives]

Thanks, Im glad you found something new.

[@carbonfiber492]

Would be interesting to see period correct non jdm parts for Japanese cars like stillens factory backed catalog for z32 parts in the us

[@JDMArchives]

Yeh I agree. Period correct parts would be awesome to add in. Especially some old veilside or HKS etc.

[@kaedekurosawa]

Any chance you can make a list of cool things the Z32 got and can have? Super underrated car and I need more inspiration on what to do to my Z

[@JDMArchives]

The next video is already in the pipeline but I’ll add it to the list! Thanks for watching legend

[@slolw-2n9]

When i went to japan in February i saw a Tommy Kaira s13 and now realised it had the robo wing took some pics 2

[@JDMArchives]

That’s amazing. So jealous!

[@slolw-2n9]

​@@JDMArchivesit looked really beat if u want i can send pics somehow

[@landoncomella7454]

Do you know of any cool options for the ST215 Caldina?

[@scoutbloodinthewater9210]

Hey bro I have a caldina gtt 97 and have brochures. They have some wild optional extras, like a full rear boot cover thats colourful. I can show you what it looks like if I can contact you

[@JDMArchives]

Thanks I would love that. I’m just trying to figure out a good and safe way to share with people.

[@naute2day]

yooooo i made it into a yt video. Amazing video as always.

[@JDMArchives]

It was a good comment! So thanks. 🙏

[@BenjaminCocar]

What is that website you use to search for jdm parts?

[@tubecorr]

Photoshop was definitely around in 2002 and probably one of the highest selling software of that time.

[@JDMArchives]

I originally had some footage in at that part to remind people how primitive computers and especially how primitive photoshop was back then, I was using PS back then and it was also very unattainable… over 1000 dollar software for the time, mostly just Photo correction and restoration businesses, which my father run. Pre CS1 I believe! It honestly would nearly be as easy to build the car in real life as it would have been to get all the light refractions and cloning correct hahaha and not to mention No KZbin tutorials lol thanks for watching, hope you’re enjoying the content.

[@tubecorr]

Yep, I remember being given a copy of photoshop that was on floppy disks when I was a teenager but that version was already quite outdated. I love the content. Seeing these old brochures is amazing.

[@septanos]

very *VERY* few mk4 supras came with fender mirrors from factory, and ive only seen like two so far from just searching over the internet alone

[@JDMArchives]

Wow! I have never heard of that. Retro style Mk4.

[@turbogears900]

Do a video like this for the toyota aristo

[@Fasttrash_Racing]

do you have maybe ae86 in your catalogues. in my country we have weired rules. car cant be registerd legal if these parts didnt existed in the past. so i need as many rare and normal ae86 parts proov as possible with date if possible

[@JDMArchives]

I love the ae86. I’ll have to have a look!

[@Lurkzz]

Oh my, the cute koala seat listing

[@troykennedy1087]

22B is hexidecimal for 555. Cool easter egg :P

[@JDMArchives]

I stumbled across that the other day and thought.. I’ll save that for the full video! I’m so glad someone else has noticed that. I’ll try and remember to give you a mention when I get to the full video. Thanks for watching!

[@troykennedy1087]

@@JDMArchives I can't take credit, I saw it in the comments on a youtube video the day before haha. It's a cool little fact though. I've never watched one of your vids before. Not bad at all, I've already watched a few more. Thank you for making content :)

[@hubert7642]

What websites do you use for browsing japanese auctions? Do you need vpn or something to use yahoo japan?

[@vinuradesilva8261]

What are these websites you use?

[@zeroswings2]

That wing-robo is Active Aero/DRS BEFORE DRS!! Geez...

[@JDMArchives]

I know right!! Japan pioneering cars for decades

[@clutch44444]

You should do more videos on body kits, I feel that people have forgotten the good old days where body kits were all the rage (And not this liberty wank or cocket bunny crap)

[@JDMArchives]

Yes!!! I was looking at MazdaSpeed body kits earlier today, amazing

[@clutch44444]

@@JDMArchives Have a look at Veilside, Abflug, C-West, INGS, Bomex, and URAS, you may see something you like, if you need more info feel free to ask

[@seadance-mp5zk]

what is the website in the video？

[@FortuneKouki23]

Not aftermarket part but the S13 glovebox freezer's the coolest interior piece a 90s jdm car ever. That's me still not liking R32 and S13 interiors lmfao

[@JDMArchives]

Wow if you’re not pulling my leg there, I have to find that!

[@Smosis]

only cool rare parts i got are navan fogs and aftermarket is garage mak s14 bumper (mines one of the few on google)

[@JDMArchives]

Just googled it, love it, looks so good.

[@RogueBeatsARG]

You think BMW look good with JDM style customization? bro American Muzcle Cars look Increible with JDM style body parts

[@JDMArchives]

JDM style the world I reckon! Thanks for the watch legend.

[@MrDreamer60]

Tell you what is rare is the blitz supra rear wing. In 20 years of being on scene ive only seen 1 in real life

[@JDMArchives]

Nice job even getting to see 1 original

[@bartoooooooooo]

quality

[@JDMArchives]

Thank you 🙏

[@shinigamit0d142]

day 3 of asking to get a VeilSide cars list video pls 🙏

[@JDMArchives]

I admire your dedication! Hopefully I can collate enough content around Veilside.

[@jonasschneider3985]

Pls do a Episode covering the MR2 there are so many cool and weird things i think i have all of them saved on my pc and i have a few original magazines from japan. I cant give u my insta if your interested. I also have a Original Efini Jacket in dark green from the 90s.

[@I.Deborah-k3o]

MacGyver Extension

[@JDMArchives]

Thank you 🙏

[@Sneds_]

do gc8 auctions!

[@postbreak]

How about rare JDM Kei truck parts. I have the Mitsubishi CleanAire for my Subaru Sambar, it was supposed to "filter" the air when you smoked in you Kei truck. There's a ton of really weird and rare parts for Kei trucks out there. How about motorized headlights, for a Kei truck? Bizarre.

[@JDMArchives]

No way! That’s crazy with the smoking filter. I’ve had a few people mention Kei vehicles. I’ll look into it. Thanks!

[@xPliusiniSx]

Wait, how come is that Tommy Kaira m30z only 25k usd? Is it completely clapped out / not running? Even if it was, isn't it still ultra rare and worthy of love? Here in Europe a "regular" twin turbo manual z would go for 25k euro, NA automatics are like 15k for a clean one. Do Japanese people just not appreciate their own cars or something?

[@JDMArchives]

I think it’s a combination of factors. Not many people know about the Tommykaira cars beyond the Skylines, It looks tired and the Japanese Yen exchange rate is really cheap right now. Put all those factors together and it becomes a hard car to sell. I personally love it, a true unicorn.

[@sohchx]

The Subaru "roof vent", as it is actually called isn't that rare. The "roof scoop" is an actual scoop which is a totally different part and is similar to the one that is on the hood.

[@preludepower420]

And “555” in Japanese is “Go-Go-Go”

[@mufnkiller808]

I've got a rare factory part for you😂 a rear axle for a 2007 suzuki sx4 4x4, just tore the boot on mine come to find out the part is virtually extinct 😂

[@JDMArchives]

🤣 That’s tragic, sorry to hear that!

[@Danilad89]

The gold wheels where actually a mistake

[@JDMArchives]

Not sure what you mean? I like them 😁

[@Danilad89]

@@JDMArchives haha I do too, Subaru wanted silver or I think white for there rally cars but we're sent gold by mistake and it just stook

[@burgerbait]

That impreza ute looks very photoshopped

[@JDMArchives]

It could be. But it’s also worth looking up photoshop’s capabilities in 2002 and its cost. It would almost be easier to make the car hahaha

[@mateeej0]

keeps this things for yourself :( those underground cool things will just get overrated and overknow same as everything..

[@lemuelgonzalez235]

Awesome video🔥

[@JDMArchives]

Thanks 🔥