Mar 3, 2024 · Most of all, he dares to do the seemingly impossible, like a V12 or RB26DETT-powered Supra, and make them work. Fasten your seatbelts because this story will put you on a golden Supra...

Mar 22, 2024 · Smokey Nagata, the JDM legend, is a man shrouded in mystery and infamy in the car tuning industry. Arrested for reaching 194 mph on a British highway, he broke records, faced bans, and garnered fame. Top Secret Supra, a V12 engineering marvel by Smokey, showcases his incredible talent and legacy.

Dec 18, 2017 · Kazuhiko ‘Smokey’ Nagata - the founder of Top Secret, who very much lives up to his nickname - brought the car to the UK in 1999, where he thought he’d see how fast he could get it. At 4am ...

Aug 20, 2020 · At around 4am on November 4, 1998, Kazuhiko ‘Smokey’ Nagata pulled off the hard shoulder into lane two of the A1(M) and came to a stop.

Sep 4, 2023 · Nagata’s focused efforts on the engine and transmission enhanced the Supra’s performance. He took the twin-turbo V12 engine out of a Toyota Century and, with the help of aftermarket components, increased its output to more than 900 horsepower. In addition, he adjusted the transmission so it could withstand increased torque and speed.

Aug 27, 2023 · Fueled by a vision to create an automotive masterpiece, Nagata embarked on a journey to transplant a V12 engine sourced from a Toyota Century into the heart of a Supra. The result was an awe-inspiring fusion of raw power, engineering ingenuity, and …

Jul 31, 2023 · Smokey Nagata’s high-speed antics in the V12 Supra eventually caught up with him, leading to arrests and legal consequences. Despite facing challenges with law enforcement, Nagata remained an influential figure in the automotive world.

Jun 2, 2018 · Smokey Nagata’s Top Secret V12 Twin Turbo Toyota Supra! What a great experience getting the chance to shoot this piece of automotive history. The car was deb...

Aug 16, 2023 · Nagata is infamous for his numerous illegal speed runs on public roads; he reached speeds of 212 mph on the Autobahn (Germany), 222 mph on Nardò (Italy) in a Top Secret V12 Supra, and 197 mph on public highways in the United Kingdom.

Apr 10, 2023 · Nagata optimized the Supra’s performance, focusing on its engine and transmission. Using a Toyota Century’s twin-turbo V12 engine and various aftermarket parts, he boosted the power output to over 900 horsepower. He also modified the transmission to handle more torque and higher speeds.