Mitsuoka ought to be proper up your alley in case you like profoundly bizarre mashups. The retro-flavored vehicles designed by the coachbuilder are an acquired style and also you’ll generally discover its fashions in lists with the ugliest automobiles ever made. Bear in mind the unusual Orochi? The corporate is approaching its 60^th anniversary, so clearly, there’s demand for its contraptions to maintain the lights open for therefore many a long time. Living proof, the intriguing M55 is again.

As a consequence of standard demand, the peculiar limited-run particular version based mostly on a Honda Civic has returned. The unique M55 Zero Version offered out inside 10 days, so Mitsuoka is doing a follow-up 1^st Version with extra customization choices. Whereas its predecessor was restricted to a single coloration and trim degree, the Seventies-inspired oddity now is available in 10 totally different finishes and three grades. It’s out there in gasoline and hybrid flavors, with a alternative between a six-speed guide gearbox or a CVT.

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Mitsuoka M55 1st Version

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Mitsuoka sometimes attracts inspiration from European and American vehicles, however the M55 takes after a home product. It is truly a tribute to the fourth-generation Skyline (C110), though we initially (and wrongfully) noticed Seventies Dodge Challenger traits sprinkled with Lancia cues. Both approach, a fast have a look at the profile betrays the automotive’s true identification: it’s a Civic, alright. Even in case you don’t just like the automotive’s seems, we should admire the designers for his or her creativity. Bonus factors for the rear louvers.

As with different vehicles, Mitsuoka needed to tread a tremendous line to keep away from being sued for copyright infringement, particularly for the grille design. The automotive’s identify is a nod to the corporate’s 55^th anniversary, which was celebrated in 2023. Whereas the Zero Version was restricted to 100 items, the 1^st Version will probably be assembled in 250 examples. Costs begin at 7,568,000 yen ($50,000) and rise to eight,427,100 yen ($56,000). Mitsuoka already accepts orders and can construct and ship the vehicles in 2026.

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Mitsuoka M55 1st Version

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Since Honda not makes a Civic Coupe, the M55 is predicated on the five-door hatchback with its sloping roofline. However let’s understand that the Prelude is returning, and we really feel the Japanese coachbuilder is raring to rework it radically. We’re right here for it.

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