No Limits [Part 4 added] 26/11/08

[Rzeractor]

Sunday was coming to an end, while the raceday here in Autumn Ring, Australia had proven to be a success for me. Finishing first in my first race here, I was quite happy with myself, and of course the car.

Oh before I forget, let me introduce myself. My name's Max. 20 years old, been out of high school for three years working as a pizza boy. Yeah yeah, I know I should get a better job but what can I say? I love the people who I work with, and I love driving my car. I reside in the outskirts of Melbourne in a suburb called Black Rock which is along the coast, about an hour away from the city centre.

I love cars, and here's the only car I've ever owned from day one - a 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer GSR turbo. Here's a photo of it outside my apartment near where I live, The first day I got it.

To this day, it's stock standard, and only has 99,000km on the clock.
Well that's enough about me, back to my track day...

The time was approximately 7pm, and I was one of the few racers left to exit the ring. as I was under my car checking for any leaks, I heard someone approach.
"Point zero zero one of a second. That's the closest race that has ever happened here. You're one hell of a driver, kid." he said.
I pulled myself out from under the car to see a short man wearing a suit. He started to stare at me, and never once blinked. He gave off an uncomfortable vibe.
"Uh..Thanks?" I responded with a perplexed look on my face.
The short man crossed his arms.
"We could use a driver like you." he responded.
"No thanks, I like my life" I was quick to remark. I slid back under the car to continue checking for leaks.
A chilling breeze started to blow, which freaked me out a little. The short man then reached inside his jacket, placed an envelope on the bonnet of the car and started to walk off.
"Open that when you get home. That is in Black Rock, isn't it?"
I froze for a second. How did he know where I live? I slid back from the car and got up. He wasn't in sight. The breeze blew again and that did it for me. Becoming anxious, I picked up the envelope, started the little Lancer, and sped home into the sunset.....to be continued

Part 2 to come, find out what was inside the envelope!
Comments welcome

 

[Paulie]

Awesome start to the story mate! You look like you have very good writing skills, I'll be keeping an eye on this one.

 

[Smallhorses]

I'm liking what I've read so far and the pictures are a great embellishment. 👍
Keep it coming!

 

[Rzeractor]

*Thud*
"Woah!" I gasped as I fell out off the couch I slept on last night. I started to get back on my feet with the help of the coffee table.
I turned around and saw the the envelope sitting there.
Curiously, I opened it. Out fell three items. A letter, a plane ticket and a car key. Atleast I'm sure it was a car key. The key had no manufacturer logo on it which was strange.
The letter only displayed a strange symbol No writing, nothing.

"What the hell is this?" I thought to myself.
I then shuffled the letter and brought the plane ticket infront of me. I then started to read the date and departure.
7am to Tokyo, Japan.
"JAPAN?" I yelled out in a confused state.
I looked at the time, it was 6:30. I had only slept for three hours. Why was I determined to follow this? Surely it was a con, or a setup for something I had previously done. I had never left the state before, letalone the country being a home-boy all my life. I decided to take this risk, and thought to myself that you only live once.

I packed a few things, threw the suitcase in my trunk, and drove towards the airport. I had to make up a little time so I took the highway.
Belting my little Lancer at 150km/h, I look in my rear view mirror and see a group of headlights approaching me. A few seconds later, the roar of five heavily modified cars fly past.

The scream from all 5 passing me at the same time was mezmerising - think a small jet.

They made my car look like I was standing still. A few seconds later, all five planted it. And just like that, they were gone like a gust of wind. I could see their tail lights getting further and further away in the distance.
"Woah. Wonder what that was about?" I thought to myself.

I arrived at the airport, checked in, boarded my flight and waited 'till I was at the destination.

--Four hours later--

The plane landed in Japan at approximately 11:00am. I disembarked and made my way to the entrance, when a man wearing a t-shirt with the symbol on the letter I received, caught my eye. He, too was also short however I couldn't see his eyes. They were protruded by thick black glasses. He had a rough accent to his voice.
I walked over, held the letter up and compared the symbols. They were the same.
"You must be Max" He spoke.
"..Whose asking?" I replied
"My name is Mark Woo. Don't worry, you are safe. I must thank you for willing to participate in this journey."
"Journey?" I said with a confused voice.
"You will see. Follow me please" Mr. Woo started to walk towards the airport car park.
As soon as we got to the automatic doors, I could see part of a golden coloured car.
"Wow.." I gasped.
Mr Woo smirked and pulled out a key, and pressed the unlock button on it.
The indicators flashed. As we walked towards the car, it became in better view.

"Holy ----. They sell DB9s in Japan? And YOU own one?" I queried in amazement.
Mr Woo laughed. "Yes, they do, and yes, I do. There is a dealership in Azabudai, Tokyo. I know the manager there, and this is a custom colour."
We both got in, and he turned the ignition.
"Your turn now" Mr Woo said, as he pointed to the "Engine Start" button.
I gladly pressed it. And as I did, hearing six litres of twelve cylinders fire up at once sent an awesome chill down my spine. I have heard V8s before, the sound of this was right up there.

We had been driving for half hour now, I was just drooling over this prestigous machine. The sound, the speed, the torque. Eventually we came to a place called Deep Forest. It had simply gorgeous scenery and Mr Woo decided to open up the DB9. This is where things started to get interesting.

Within a split second, Mr Woo flat shifted the DB9 from 5th to 2nd gear. The rear end dropped, and both wheels started spinning furiously as the revs climbed.
"WOA ----" I screamed. I thought I was going to die today. I held onto the bajesus rail as hard as I possibly could, having no idea what was coming up.

That was a lie, I knew what was next. We are in Japan - he's going to try to drift this thing. Try? well that was an understatement. He made it look childs play.

Coming into the corner in 2nd gear again, Mr Woo flung the steering wheel to the left, and then again to the right. I started to fly around in my seat - this was very intense stuff!

A long stretch of road came about a short time later, amazingly we were still in one piece. The DB9 hit 6,000rpm, and Mr Woo flat shifted again into 4th gear. I watched the speed climb. 130km/h..150...160...200. The corner up ahead was approaching FAST.

Oh god, time to brace myself. Mr Woo heel-toed from 5th gear to 2nd, and slammed on the Astons huge 350mm 4 pot brakes.
I was shot forward into the seatbelt as my insides hit my ribcage. Atleast it felt that way! Man, what a car.

Within an hour, we arrived at a little town called Gion. I wondered why I was here. By this time it was getting late, my watch was reporting 8:00pm.
Mr Woo had not said a word since we left Deep Forest......


Part 3 to come

 

[Paulie]

Nice imaging.👍 I await to see where this goes now.

 

[mcsqueegy]

Awesome! Good to see a nice photo/text ratio there. I hope for more of this one soon as well.

 

[Rzeractor]

Spinning the key between my thumb and index finger got me thinking.
"So what's this key for then, Mr Woo?" I asked.
"Please, call me Mark. Well why don't you press the button on the key and find out for yourself?" He replied.
Puzzled, I pressed the 'unlock' button on the key. I heard a chirp chirp from a car close by.
"What the.." I said with a perplexed look on my face.
I got out of the DB9, and Mark followed. Pressing the lock and unlock button on the key continuously, I was following the sound. It was getting closer and closer.
Finally just around the corner from where we parked, I saw it. My eyes widened. I had never seen one up close in real life before. It looked so much better than in magazines.

In the gorgeous Arctic Blue Pearl colour, and glorious red "Type R" badging, this was a brand spanking new Honda Integra. I was shocked. Mark was giving me this car? But for what?

It was obvious that it was modified, but to what extent? the ride height gave away its modified suspension.

Mark spoke - "I see you like your new car. You'll be using this in days to come, I hope you enjoy it."
"But why?" I remarked.
"Time will tell now, young one. You should get some sleep. I will inform you tomorrow. You can sleep in the guest room, good night." Mark walked off and inside his house.

I couldn't resist. I opened the door, sat in the drivers seat, and closed the door behind me. Started her up, and watched the dials glow. I glanced at the tacho and was tripped out by where it redlined.

I raised the revs to 5,000 and dumped the clutch. The glorious VTEC motor came to life, sending all 150kW of power to the front wheels.
They started to spin like crazy and just like that, I was off. Driving the most powerful car I've ever driven, which also was one of my favourites.

The car handled superbly.
The brakes worked beautifully as the calipers dug into the discs, slowing me down for a tight left hander.

It had quite alot of torque for a normally aspirated four pot. I was genuinely impressed with this car. It even managed to get some air due to the speeds it was reaching.
As it landed, I looked ahead and noticed a blind left hander. I didn't brake, thinking that the handling was far superior than my Lancer. It was, in every aspect however little did I know about front wheel drive cars and understeer, only ever owning a RWD car.

I had a split second reaction, and it was the wrong one. Realising this I slammed on the brakes and full locked the steering wheel. This only made it worse. All the weight now on the front wheels caused the car to travel straight. I was heading straight for the cliff top.
"OH SHHHHHHHHHHHI--"

*CRACK* as the car split through the thin metal barrier. It would have saved a car doing 60 or 70 km/h but not twice this speed.
The gorgeous Honda flew over the edge, falling to the bottom. At this point I must have passed out from shock.......

Part 4 to come:tup:

 

[orimarc]

Now, that's what I call a cliff-hanger. In this case it should be called a "cliff-faller".

 

[Rzeractor]

Appreciate all the comments, guys. Part 4 will be written up soon.

 

[Paulie]

What a crazy mess he's gotten himself in now, finally a story with drama.👍 How soon is soon?

 

[Rzeractor]

Possibly later tonight - ie. in a couple of hours =]

 

[Paulie]

Aem, a couple hours is up and I'll be going to sleep soon. (For the first time at a decent time in a long time).

 

[mcsqueegy]

Aem, a couple hours is up and I'll be going to sleep soon. (For the first time at a decent time in a long time).

At what, 5 past 9 my time?? . But yeah, hopefully next chapter is up soon!

 

[Rzeractor]

Won't be long guys, it's in progress as we speak =]

 

[Paulie]

At what, 5 past 9 my time?? . But yeah, hopefully next chapter is up soon!

Hey, I never get enough sleep! (Do any of us?).

I'm going to have a shower and get ready for bed, if it's not up by the time I get back, you're officially keeping me awake.

 

[mcsqueegy]

Hey, I never get enough sleep! (Do any of us?).

I'm going to have a shower and get ready for bed, if it's not up by the time I get back, you're officially keeping me awake.

And officially nagging you to stay up?? Don't go to bed before an 8th grader now...(thinks of bragging rights). Oh, and don't doze off in the shower. You never know what nasty surprise awaits you... *pats large bear*

 

[Paulie]

And officially nagging you to stay up?? Don't go to bed before an 8th grader now...(thinks of bragging rights). Oh, and don't doze off in the shower. You never know what nasty surprise awaits you... *pats large bear*

Some of us have work in the morning and basketball tomorrow night, gotta be energised for it! When I was in school I stayed up past midnight all the time, and I still got senior dux.

 

[Rzeractor]

Argh, ran into a mind-blank
Working on it though!!

 

[Paulie]

Argh, ran into a mind-blank
Working on it though!!

Ah well, I'll read it on Thursday.

 

[mcsqueegy]

No you shall not!!! . The bear's in your cupboard now.

[/off topic: I couldn't imagine you playing basketball. Are you any good??

 

[Skygrasper550]

nice, a Honda! Not just an ordinary Honda, it's a Type R! A bloody Type R! .........but wait, you crashed?! dammit man! why I oughtta.....!!


j/k mate nice build-up, would love to see some more.., 👍

 

[Rzeractor]

"Max..MAX. Wake up."
"What the..where am I?" I replied.
"Don't worry. You're safe. Hmm, another foreigner I see. That corner is dangerous for passer-bys who try to belt it up those twisties.
My name's Dion - as you can probably tell I'm not from around here either. We're at a motel" Dion said.
"Hmm..so why are you here then? Yeah you don't look like a local even if you're not Japanese...and how do you know my name?" I remarked.
"I'm in Japan for a few weeks because of the Japanese underground street racing scene.
In particular a street racing crew called Kosaji. I read your passport, it has your name on it." Dion laughed.
I greazied off Dion.
"Come, I must show you what you did to the car." Dion insisted.
"Car?" I had a perplexed look on my face. I reached up to scratch my head.
"OWE..geez I must of hit my head pretty hard, I don't recall how I even got the car." I muttered.
We both walked out into the car port and saw what was left of the brand new Integra.

I was stunned.
"I Did that?" I asked.
"You sure did. It may not look bad but the rails are bent underneath. It took quite a fall, amazing you're still in one piece. Well you can't drive it, and now you have no car so we are going to get you one." Dion replied.
"What do you mean, get me one? you saved my life, the last thing I can expect for you is to BUY me another car."
"I wouldn't have done it under free will, of course - there's a catch. You will be entering this underground racing scene with me."
I was confused. I thought to myself why would Dion want me to go with him? I'm a terrible driver, I ran a brand new Type R off a cliff.
"I see potential in you, Max. Believe it or not but your one hundredth of a second win down in Autumn Ring actually got alot more publicity that you thought.
People thought it was incredible how you came from 2nd last place, and fought your way to the front of the pack to take the victory in the dying moments of the last lap."
"Wow..I had no idea. I just kept on pushing and didn't give up."
"You see, that's the determination I could use."

I agreed, to participate in whatever Dion was up to. I went into the computer room to search Japan-Auto for a used car, and came across this beauty:

I couldn't believe my eyes. Only $14,000 for a rare MR Edition 3000GT which was midly worked. I quickly showed Dion the link and we were on our way.

**********​

The address leaded to a well famous place in Japan called Tskuba Circuit. What did this mean? The car has racing pedigree? Well atleast I was able to test the car out on the track.
We found the owner of the car who had it parked in the pitlane. Looking over the car it was simply stunning. Not a scratch on it.
I instantly fell in love.

Pornography. Thats how you could describe this car.
Even Dion was impressed, as both of us just stood at the front of the car, and admired it. Not even sure how long we did this for but it seemed hours.​

After Dion and I had the glance-over, I fired her up, and left the pit lane. It had a glorious exhaust note for a V6.​

I then put the car in reverse, drove back a few feet and stopped. Revved to 5,000rpm, and dropped the clutch in first gear.
The car hooked up some wheelspin and I was pushed far back into my seat.

Amazing. Simply amazing. I thought the Type R was fast, but it was nothing compared to this twin turbo, 230kW V6. So much torque forces you into the seat when you press down on the loud pedal. I was astonished.

Four wheel drifts weren't a hassle in this, the steering was so precise it felt like it was childs play.

The car just had an enormous amount of grip, it made the road seem like it was dry. I had to buy this car.

I returned to the pitlane with a huge smile on my face. Dion knew I wanted this car the second I got out on the track, and it was already paid for.
"Thanks man, seriously. Thanks alot - I reckon we got this at an awesome price."
"No dramas, Max. Just remember, you're my bitch now!" Dion laughed.

We left Tskuba Circut with happy faces. Cruising on the way back to the motel, we decided to drop past where I had my accident, just days earlier with the Type R.
Dion looks in the passenger mirror.
"Hmm, I think we have company."
"What you mean?
"You ready for this? Looks like you're going to have to run him up these streets. Come on, I've got to see what you can do."
I wipe my forehead and sighed.
"Alright, here goes!"

I planted the throttle. The Subaru followed, and the duel was on.

Part 5 to come.​

 

[Rzeractor]

nice, a Honda! Not just an ordinary Honda, it's a Type R! A bloody Type R! .........but wait, you crashed?! dammit man! why I oughtta.....!!


j/k mate nice build-up, would love to see some more.., 👍

Hey man, Max crashed it not me!

 

[mcsqueegy]

You were up late, fellow Melbournian . What a great chapter, I like seeing Mitsubishi vs Subaru...it's inspiring actually

 

[Paulie]

Good chapter mate!👍 I have a feeling we haven't heard the last from the DB9 dude though. Nice car choice btw, of all the Japanese sports cars from the '90s and '00s the 3000GT is my favourite.

No you shall not!!! . The bear's in your cupboard now.

[/off topic: I couldn't imagine you playing basketball. Are you any good??

You can't imagine me playing basketball even though you've never seen or met me?
I'm no where near as good as I was back in high school, which was still only average, but I can hold my own with most players. I'm 6ft 2" you know.

 

[Adamgp]

So, he totals a brand new car, so someone buys him an even faster replacement?

Reminds me of the kids I hated in high school, as I putted around in my Ford Escort.

 

[Rzeractor]

So, he totals a brand new car, so someone buys him an even faster replacement?

Reminds me of the kids I hated in high school, as I putted around in my Ford Escort.

not hated, you were just jealous

 

[Adamgp]

not hated, you were just jealous

I secretly think they were jealous of my Escort. What a fine automobile.

 

[gibson]

hurry up, i want more!!

 

[Paulie]

So, he totals a brand new car, so someone buys him an even faster replacement?

Reminds me of the kids I hated in high school, as I putted around in my Ford Escort.

Sounds fair, he's being sucked into the underground and they have more than enough money. If they want someone to race for them I'm sure they'll spend some cash on a car. Of course, if he tried to leave now I bet he would meet some henchmen.