Exploring The Tuner Scene: A Look at J’s Racing Cars

J's Racing, a tuning shop specializing in Hondas, is based in Osaka. J's Racing Honda S2000 ranks as one of the best vehicles to feature on Gunsai Touge Showdown's quickest vehicles. Not to mention their Honda Fit, which has J's Racing's unique carbon fiber components. That represents yet another of their racing superstars. On this list, we will see some of J's Racing's most renowned tuned vehicles.

By Joshua Burnett

Published March 19, 2024

Exploring The Tuner Scene: A Look at J’s Racing Cars

J's Racing, a tuning business that specializes in Honda cars, was founded in 1988 in Osaka, Japan. A seasoned driver named Junichi Umemoto founded this company. J's Racing has modified hundreds of Honda automobiles and created and distributed performance and racing accessories for Honda and Acura models.

The mod house often competes in the Super Taikyu Racing Series in Japan and is well-known as a sponsor of several other track events.

8. HONDA CR-Z

The Honda CR-Z that J's Racing customized is seen here. While the engine was not changed, the HYPER ECU box's installation led to an increase in horsepower and torque.

HONDA CR-Z

Changes to the exterior included the installation of a MUGEN rear spoiler, a NOBLESSE diffuser, a NOBLESSE exhaust pipe, and J'S RACING LED lights. There are further changes as well.

HONDA CR-Z

Specs

Price

$11,844

Powertrain

1.5 liter Gas/Electric I-4

Horsepower

119 hp

Torque

112.8 lb-ft

Transmission

6-Speed Manual

0 to 60 MPH

N/a

Top Speed

N/a

The 1.5-liter gas/electric I-4 engine of the Honda CR-Z produces 119 horsepower and 112.8 lb-ft of torque. A 6-Speed Manual is available for the HONDA CR-Z.

7. 1998 Integra Type R

The J's racing squad made just minor changes to this 1998 Integra Type R. To save weight, the automobile was stripped down to its bare chassis and acid-bathed to remove any extraneous paintwork, fillers, sound dampening, and sealant.

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The world-famous J's Racing carbon-fiber tsuchinoko intake barrel with a unique heat screen complements finds its way under the hood of this vehicle. A Spoon 4-2-1 exhaust manifold is linked to a unique J's center-run exhaust system on the hot side of the engine. The engine has also been updated, though the specifics are unknown.

1998 Integra Type R

Specs

Price

$23,500

Powertrain

1.8 Liter I4

Horsepower

195 hp

Torque

130 lb-ft

Transmission

5-speed manual

0-60 mph

6.1 seconds

Top Speed

145 mph

The 1998 Integra Type R is powered by a 1.8 liter I4 engine that produces 195 horsepower and 130 pound-feet of torque. It can go from 0 to 60 mph in 6.1 seconds and reach a peak speed of 145 mph. The Integra Type R comes with a 5-speed automatic transmission.

6. Honda CRX

The gorgeous yellow pearl paint job covers the whole J's Racing wide-arched aero kit on this Honda CRX. The vented carbon bonnet from J's Racing reduces weight while enabling hot air to escape.

6. Honda CRX

The massive J's Racing dry carbon GT wing contributes significantly to the lightweight car's downforce. Additional weight-saving elements include polycarbonate windows, carbon wing mirrors, and a carbon rear diffuser. The engine has also been upgraded, but the precise specifications are unknown.

Honda CRX

Specs

Price

$22,500

Powertrain

2.4 liter I4

Horsepower

180 hp

Torque

161 lb-ft

Transmission

5-Speed Automatic

0-60 mph

7.9 seconds

Top Speed

124 mph

The 2.4 liter I4 engine in the Honda CRX produces 180 horsepower and 161 pound-feet of torque. It has a peak speed of 124 mph and can go from 0 to 60 mph in 7.9 seconds. The Honda CRX has a 5-speed automatic transmission.

5. 2012 Honda Fit

This 2012 Honda Fit has been race-tuned. A Recaro RS-G race bucket seat places the driver within the 12-point cage's protective latticework. A MoTeC C125 dash logger installed in the stock dash relays vehicle information, while a suede-wrapped J's Racing XR Type-F steering wheel provides steering input.

5. 2012 Honda Fit

A variety of body kits were utilized to aid with weight loss. The engine has also been modified.

2012 Honda Fit

Specs

Price

$16,000

Powertrain

2.0 liter I4

Horsepower

257.3 hp

Torque

188 lb-ft

Transmission

6-Speed Transmission

0-60 mph

N/a

Top Speed

N/a

The 2012 Honda Fit is driven by a 2.0 liter I4 engine that produces 257 horsepower and 188 pound-feet of torque. The Honda Fit has a 6-speed manual transmission.

4. 2010 Honda CR-Z

The perspective on this 2010 CR-Z is sufficiently harsh thanks to the Crux chassis with Swift springs. At the back, the Type-S rear diffuser completes the aggressive design.

4. 2010 Honda CR-Z

The J's Racing tow hooks and exhaust pipe are also exposed. The wacky artwork, Type-S aero kit blends in perfectly with the CR-Z's lines. The photographs above show that the CR-Z build does not fall short when it comes to J's racing finely tuned automobiles.

2010 Honda CR-Z

Specs

Price

$20,295

Powertrain

1.5liter I4

Horsepower

114 Hp

Torque

106.95 lb.-ft.

Transmission

6-speed manual

0-60 mph

9.4 seconds

Top Speed

124.27 mph

The 1.5 liter I4 engine in the 2010 Honda CR-Z produces 114 horsepower and 106.95 pound-feet of torque. It has a peak speed of 124.27 mph and can go from 0 to 60 mph in 9.4 seconds. The CR-Z has a 6-speed manual transmission.

3. Honda S2000 Type GT

The Total Aero System body package on this Honda S2000 Type GT costs roughly $7,400. The Volk CE-28 wheels on the modified vehicle are wrapped in 255/35R18 tires up front and an inch broader 265/35R18 in the back. A J's Racing enhanced brake system improves stopping power.

3. Honda S2000 Type GT

There were also a few minor interior changes to the cockpit. J's Racing heavier shift knob, Recaro bucket seats, and two new switches near the engine start button. Little is known about the engine.

Honda S2000 Type GT

Specs

Price

N/a

Powertrain

2.0 liter I4

Horsepower

236 hp

Torque

153 ft-lb

Transmission

6-speed manual

0-60 mph

6 seconds

Top Speed

150 mph

The 2.0 liter I4 engine in the Honda S2000 Type GT produces 236 horsepower and 153 pound-feet of torque. It has a peak speed of 150 mph and can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 6 seconds. The Honda S2000 has a 6-speed manual transmission.

2. 1999 Honda S2000

This Honda S2000 kept the stock 2.0-liter F20C engine and a 100-liter fuel tank. CRUX adjustable dampers with Swift spring suspended the chassis, while J's Racing's six-piston calipers grabbed bigger brake rotors up front to efficiently cut speed.

2. 1999 Honda S2000

Sticky Yokohama Advan A050 tires attached to compact Volk Racing CE28N wheels take their position at each turn to boost traction.

1999 Honda S2000

Specs

Price

$27,375

Powertrain

2.0 liter I4

Horsepower

240 Hp

Torque

153.41 lb.-ft

Transmission

6-speed manual

0-60 mph

5.9 seconds

Top Speed

149.13 mph

The engine of the 1999 Honda S2000 produces 240 horsepower and 153.41 lb.-ft of torque. It has a peak speed of 149.13 mph and can go from 0 to 60 mph in 5.9 seconds. The Honda S2000 has a 6-speed manual transmission.

1. 2001 Honda S2000

Honda's S2000 is an open-top sports automobile that was produced from 1999 to 2009. The automobile in the top photograph is J's Racing's second-fastest car at the Gunsai touge.

1. 2001 Honda S2000

The "Touge Maou," or Devil King of the Mountain Pass, achieved a time of 24.989 seconds on the first segment of the legendary touge course.

2001 Honda S2000

Specs

Price

$32,300

Powertrain

2.1liter I4

Horsepower

371.7 hp

Torque

206 lb-ft

Transmission

N/a

0-60 mph

N/a

Top Speed

N/a

This is a modified Honda S2000 which has a 2.1-liter Inline 4 engine that generates 371.7 hp and 206 lb-ft. Being a modified car the exact details are not known to us.

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