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Mazda MX-5 Kabuki Town: a “one-off” with decoration inspired by pop culture and Japanese tradition.

Virgilio Machado by Virgilio Machado
December 17, 2024
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Mazda MX-5 Kabuki Town: um “one-off” com decoração inspirada na cultura pop e tradição japonesa

The Mazda MX-5 is one of the most charismatic models we’ve had the opportunity to test, and this Christmas season, two artists decided to transform the small Japanese roadster into a canvas for a vibrant painting inspired by Japanese pop culture and ancient traditions.

Created by the Belgian Mazda dealer St-Michel and the local company Gisele Racing, this artistic work featured the design of Mexican artist Eric Lopez, who, together with Belgian artist Boris Sandron, took about 510 hours to complete the painting on the MX-5’s bodywork, including the time spent on the original drawing, painting, and polishing. The design includes various decorative elements that glow in the dark.

Among the highlights of this painting is the depiction of the monster Godzilla on the hood, accompanied by a derailed subway car and a Japanese dragon along the profile.

Additionally, the two artists incorporated multiple explosions, stars, and colorful elements that fill every inch of the bodywork, as well as kabuki masks that reference traditional Japanese theater.

What makes this paint even more special is the fact that it changes color when exposed to black light. The shimmering effect results from the use of fluorescent paint, which gives the impression of movement to the dragon and the explosions.

The Mazda MX-5 Kabuki Town is equipped with a 2.0-liter Skyactiv-G engine, a four-cylinder with 181 hp and a maximum torque of 205 Nm, which is sent to the rear wheels through a six-speed manual transmission and a limited-slip differential.

This unique model of the Mazda MX-5 will now embark on a six-month tour across Europe, and the Belgian Mazda dealer has already indicated that those interested in this exclusive model can make a purchase offer that must exceed €75,000 to acquire this four-wheeled work of art.

Tags: Boris SandronCultura popDecoraçãoEric LopezGisele RacingMazdaMazda St-MichelMX-5Tradição japonesa
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