12/09/2025
Tommykaira is known for modifying cars back in the 80s/90s. Short story is: It began with 2 guys in Kyoto, making appearance packages for higher-end cars. Originally they started-out with Mercedes models, but then really found their stride in the hometown Japanese brands. They earned a good reputation & struck a deal with Nissan… making runs of Tommykaira Fairlady Zs (300zxs), Skylines, & Silvias. They also branched-out to other manufacturers like Subaru, and even made their own car. The lines with Tommykaira get blurry, because - technically speaking - they modify existing platforms, but also, they are their own car company. And they were viewed as such by the Japanese government. However - interestingly - Tommykaira didn’t feel bound to the Japanese gentlemen’s agreement that capped horsepower at “275” at the time.
So while this car began life as a Nissan Fairlady Z / 300zx…
Technically, this is a Tommykaira M30Z. Differences are: TommyKaira upped the boost of the twin-turbos to make 350hp. The car also came with a Tommykaira intercooler, stainless exhaust, and 3-piece mag-alloy 17-inch wheels. It was allegedly the first ‘production car’ to get 17s (fun fact). Additionally, you'll find Tommykaira pieces throughout… from the engine bay, to the steering wheel, to the gauges & seats. New, the Tommykaira M30Z cost twice as much as a Fairlady Z or 300ZX twin-turbo. It was all about exclusivity within the rocketing Japanese sports car segment of the early-90s. Today, they can track down about 40 examples of this car. And PS: This car is for sale.
Hoshi Motion in Gainesville, GA...
Is offering this Tommykaira M30Z. They acquired it from its original owner (along with all documentation). And legitimately, Hoshi Motion is run by one of the most inspiring father/son duos I've ever met. Heat-treated, hardened car lovers. The dad, Rocky Stargel, has former AMA national championships as team owner & crew chief (also a racer). And as a hobby/passion, he was importing racing bikes from Japan. When his kid was just about 16, he came calling to import a Skyline for his first car. And that brings us to the son, Nic Stargel lol. Keep in mind, in Nic's defense, this was back in 2014/15 when that stuff was still cheap. Rocky basically said, “You're out of your mind… but ok let’s do it.” Over the years, friends (and friends of friends) started wanting cars as well, so Rocky & Nic eventually decided to make Hoshi Motion a formal business. Today - they specialize in the lower-production, more interesting, Japanese heyday-era stuff. And they get to travel all-through Japan 2-3 times per year. Not a bad gig… and not a bad way to spend time with your kid either. Follow Hoshi Motion on Instagram to stay up on inventory.
