1997 Toyota Supra Turbo - Red Light Special

In fact, just two months ago, driving home from a car show in Del Mar, La was pulled over by San Diego's finest. Eager to test out his new turbo setup, La had done his best impression of Germany's autobahn down the 5 freeway, unaware three police cruisers were in pursuit of his Supra in the dark. La continued to coast down the freeway without a care in the world. "They tried to keep up with my 65-150+ mph run to try and pull me over and cite me for speeding but they couldn't keep up! When they did finally manage to pull me over, the officer asked me to pop my hood." (Keep in mind, San Diego police are notorious for pulling over modified vehicles and even have a task force dedicated to street racing) It was that moment when La's heart dropped to the ground as the disgruntled police popped the hood. You could say it was the beginning of the end for Mike and his Supra. Imagine a long Christmas wish list given to Santa from a five-year-old boy. Now picture the citation ticket being the same length as that wish list. Pondering the subject, La smiles and unenthusiastically says, "Oh well, I look back at it and laugh (noticing the fake smile). I tried to use the infamous excuse: 'But officer, I really need to pee!'" The officer ripped him a new one, replying, "Go take a piss on the road then, cause you're getting this ticket!" Mike said, "I believe that was the biggest problem I encountered owning this car; trying to stay away from the authorities. But hey, I still 'Back the Badge.'" Sure you do, Mike. We all do.

Mike would like to thank Dennis from Import Culture, SP Engineering, 2020 Autobody, Trap one and especially his "homies" for helping to create the beast he calls his own. Most importantly he thanks his parents; without them none of this would have been possible.

By Scott Tsuneishi

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