For an import model, there is no distinction higher than Miss Hot Import Nights--that is, other than the cover of 2NR of course. Gratuitous back-patting aside, when HIN picks a female to represent their shows for a year, it's kind of a big deal. Not only is she excruciatingly hot and into cars, she's also the successor to some of the hottest girls in the business. More importantly, of particular note to our readers, is that a role of Miss HIN is traveling to the far reaches of the United States for the HIN tour. Translation? Accessibility. For a nationwide legion of potential fanboy-slash-stalkers, odds are, she's going to be in a metropolis near you. Whereas ogling is mostly limited to the Internet, magazines or wet dreams, you can actually interact with this hottie in the real world . . . albeit, grounds for restraining orders and sexual harassment litigation vary state by state. Or so we've heard.
Alanna Kolette hails from Miami, FL, by way of Denison, TX--an endearing trait that comes apparent when you spend some time talking to her. "Y'all" coming from a brunette resembling Megan Fox is a lot sexier than it would from a redneck cowboy looking like he's about to choke an ox. A lifestyle model for years, it was a chance modeling gig at HIN's stopover in Miami that lead to Alanna plunging feet-first into the tuner world. Capristan Swimwear, muchos gracias. So when our Summer issue came to a head and models were being considered, Alanna was the natural choice. Super hot, very sweet, at home in a bikini, and rocking a Miami tan, throw in the slight Texan accent and the Miss HIN 2009 title was just an added bonus.
How stoked were you when you found out you won Miss HIN?
I couldn't believe it! I competed last year in the Miami HIN model search and I was really nervous--it was my first time competing at an HIN. I remember right before they called my name as the winner, I didn't think I had a chance and my girlfriend and I almost bailed out. When I went on stage and heard everyone cheering for me, I was stoked! I won Miss Miami on the crowd votes. A couple weeks later, my friends and I were hanging out on the beach when I got a call saying that Hot Import Nights would like me to be Miss HIN 2009!
How did you get into the Miami competition?
I was modeling for Capristan Swimwear at the HIN fashion show.
Before this, how long were you modeling?
I was born in Texas and moved to Florida to pursue modeling five years ago. Fashion, fitness, swimwear, catalog and commercial are some of my specialties.
How do you like the car show scene?
The import scene is awesome! I love going to different cities and seeing how everyone builds their cars. I've always been a fan of custom rides.
If you had to single out your favorite car, what would it be?
I love the G35 coupe! I kinda have a thing for tuned, twin-turbo Infinitis with titanium-tipped dual exhausts.
What's the most important, make-or-break modification on a car?
I love fast cars, so modifying the engine is important--a turbo or a supercharger works nice. Also, you have to make sure it's tuned right.
A woman after my own heart. As Miss HIN, you're about to embark on a nationwide tour; do you enjoy traveling?
Yes! That's one of my favorite perks about modeling, traveling to different and beautiful locations for shoots.
If you could pick an HIN tour stop not on this year's agenda, where would it be?
It would have to be Hawaii! Last year, it was one of the tour stops and everyone said they had a blast. It would be nice to travel to the islands!
On the topic of geography, are you a mountain or beach kind of girl?
I'm a beach girl for sure! I love warm weather and being able to wear my bikini all day! I don't think I could ever live where it snows half the year. I love surfing and boating! When I'm not modeling or out of town at an HIN show, you'll find me on a beach in Miami. Miami has the best nightlife and some of the most beautiful beaches!
In all the times you've been to the beach, was the dead seal encounter during our photoshoot your first?
Oh my goodness! That goes down in my book as the first time I've ever seen a seal! It was crazy walking into this beautiful Malibu beach and then almost stepping on a stinky dead animal. Ewwies! What's worse is we all wanted a picture of it. [laughs]
That was about the foulest stench. Was it just me, or did the smell particles lodge in your brain for 24 hours after the shoot?
Yeah, it was pretty bad! I remember I wanted a picture of it so bad that I got right up next to it. The things we do for memories...
Kind of killed the whole "nice romantic walk on the beach". Sans the bloated carcass of a dead sea mammal, what's your idea of a perfect date?
I love it when a guy kisses me on my neck then blows on my skin. I like when a guy wants to hold my hand or kiss me in public.