We’re on the ground at SEMA 2026 checking out some of the most insane, passionate, and downright unique JDM builds on the show floor. From movie hero cars to deeply personal tribute builds, the engineering and dedication on display this year are unmatched.
Here is what we’re checking out in today’s walkthrough:
🔥 “Lola” – Sun Kang’s AE86 from Drifter: Rutledge Wood walks us through the widebody Rocket Bunny, 4A-GE Turbo hero car from Sun Kang’s upcoming film Drifter. Get ready, because the value of clean Corollas is about to skyrocket.
🔥 The Widebody “Unicorn” Honda CR-V: Built as a heartfelt tribute to the builder’s late mother, this manual, all-wheel-drive 2000 CR-V is packing a B20/VTEC Type R top end, air suspension, TE37s, and a full custom widebody kit that took hundreds of hours to mold.
🔥 1,000+ HP 4-Rotor FD Mazda RX-7: Ditching the LS swap for pure rotary madness. Featuring an 88mm turbo, 3D-printed chrome intake manifold, half-bridge port, Feed GT3 widebody, and CCW wheels coated in Alpina Green.
🔥 Turbo K-Swapped Datsun Z: Freddy’s resurrected yard find turned weapon, featuring a stroked 2.7L K24, Garrett turbo, cantilever rear suspension, and a Ford 8.8 rear end—built in memory of his father.
🔥 Masterpiece 1972 Nissan Skyline Hakosuka GTX: A 6-year global treasure hunt resulting in a naturally aspirated 395-HP L-series build. Complete with Singer Porsche-inspired custom woven leather, Hayashi Racing bomber wheels, a recycled skateboard shifter, a Sapporo coolant reservoir, and interactive illuminated vintage Kenwood speakers.
Which of these builds would you take home from SEMA 2026? Drop your pick in the comments below!
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CONTENTS:
00:00 Toyota AE86 – Drifter Movie Car
01:57 Honda CR-V – The Ultimate Widebody Tribute
03:46 Mazda RX-7 – Four-Rotor Turbo Insanity
05:11 Datsun Z – 2.7L Turbo K24 Swap
06:11 Nissan Hakosuka Skyline – Best JDM at SEMA?