1997 Nissan Silvia

This 1997 Nissan Silvia S14 Kouki arrived at Strada Auto Works tired, leaking, and begging for a second chance. The SR20DET came with a larger Garrett turbo and put down a respectable 375 whp, but the rest of the car? Old suspension, worn-out exhaust, multiple fluid leaks, and a chassis that desperately needed modern performance hardware. So we did what we do best—rebuilt it from the ground up.

ENGINE & POWER

Under the hood sits the boosted SR20DET paired with an upgraded Garrett turbocharger. While the long-term plan is a 2JZ + big turbo + CD009 swap, the SR stays for now—freshened, sealed, and supported by a completely overhauled cooling and intake system.
Upgrades include:

Greddy upper & lower intake manifolds
Chase Bays radiator, dual electric fan conversion, and coolant overflow tank
Tomei Expreme Titanium catback + ISR high-flow cat & downpipe
All components refinished in a stunning bronze coating by Echo Customs in St. Augustine, FL

CHASSIS, SUSPENSION & HANDLING

The car came in on blown suspension and factory arms that had seen better days. Now it leaves with a track-ready, fully adjustable setup that transforms the Kouki into a weapon.

Complete suspension overhaul featuring:

SPL camber, toe, and traction arms
SPL tie rods
Parts Shop Max front & rear sway bars
Parts Shop Max control arms & knuckles
Stance XR1 coilovers

This setup delivers sharp turn-in, dialed alignment capability, and confidence-inspiring stability whether on the street or the circuit.

BRAKING SYSTEM

To match the new power and handling, the stopping power also got a massive upgrade:

Wilwood big brake setup (front)
Z32 rear conversion with Parts Shop Max calipers

Now the car brakes as hard as it accelerates.

EXTERIOR & FINISHING TOUCHES

Every major removable engine component has been refinished in a deep metallic bronze, adding a premium aesthetic that showcases craftsmanship and attention to detail. The build looks as good as it performs.