Suzuki Alto Works RS-R (The tiny torque monster) : Tim's Enthusiast Garage S2 E6

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  • Upon purchasing my Skyline GT-R my eyes were open to the wild world of wonder that is early 90's JDM cars. Kei cars in particular are just wonderfully hilarious. Diminutive in stature and in performance but absolutely full to over flowing on the smile per hour gauge. This RS-R is certainly one of the most interesting and compelling cases for the high performance nature of these tiny city cars. All wheel drive. Turbocharged. This hot hatch has a lot of performance on offer. Check it out. Please subscribe as making these videos is a labor of love. Cheers all!

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  • @jonesy66691
    @jonesy66691 5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    It's light and makes mad turbo noises... I NEED ONE!

  • @andrewloranger
    @andrewloranger ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The "vents" on the front fenders are actually filler panels so they could use the same fenders as the square headlight version (CL22V) without having to mfg two different variants. One of my absolute favorite Kei cars right here.

  • @ScruffySqueegee
    @ScruffySqueegee 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I work for Discount Tire, I just worked on one of these today! Super cool car. I have become obsessed. Hence, watching this video

  • @neilieb3740
    @neilieb3740 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Think I am obsessed with these Kei cars. So much fun without having to break the bank. I think this or the Mitsubishi Kei car from this era, are the King of Kei cars.

  • @Nick-cp4td
    @Nick-cp4td 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    The best thing Is that the engine with a bigger exhaust and intake can make 100+ hp

    • @TCHHCTN
      @TCHHCTN 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So is the HP limit to do with air not escaping from the exhaust or somethin? (I'm deffo not an expert lol)

    • @Nick-cp4td
      @Nick-cp4td 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TCHHCTN yeah this engine isactually restricted on air flow lol,give It some breath and you make 100 hp easily

    • @TCHHCTN
      @TCHHCTN 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Nick-cp4td siiiiiick

  • @TheAtheistAntidote
    @TheAtheistAntidote 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Really cool car. I could rock this.

  • @darthdread1
    @darthdread1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    big props to you man, for an american you really know your cars, not knocking american car culture but i didnt expect an american to shout out for a clio williams, i understand the big kei car upsurge over there but old euro hothatches, especially the french ones, dont seem to be known that well over there

    • @TimsEnthusiastGarage
      @TimsEnthusiastGarage  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      darthdread1 best comment possible. You literally just made my day. Working on adding a 205 Gti to the collection . Stay tuned!!

    • @konekoray9323
      @konekoray9323 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am a few days over 22, and an American, but I simply do not care for most American cars. Everything is "Bigger! More power! Bigger! More power!", and I am not a fan. I am massively into compact hothatches, and am an FF enthusiast. As such, the Clio Williams is one of my favorites. Renault Clio, Peugeot 205, Mini Cooper S, EG6 Civic, so on and so forth. But of all of them, my absolute favorite has to be the Suzuki Alto Works RS/X. I know, I could get the AWD RS/R, but like I said, I am an FF enthusiast. Besides, an FF drivetrain is lighter and more efficient, fewer powertrain losses.

    • @TimsEnthusiastGarage
      @TimsEnthusiastGarage  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Koneko Ray the Mini Cooper S is the most readily available small car in your list. You should pay a visit to Duncan imports as they have dozens of cars that could work for you. Thanks for watching

  • @gustavoflorio5383
    @gustavoflorio5383 ปีที่แล้ว

    Little one looks a lot o fun!

  • @эмильшавхаузен
    @эмильшавхаузен 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A good story, it is immediately clear that you are interested in this topic. You can add subtitles in Russian, if possible. The owner of the car is our man, he has a lot of interesting projects.

    • @TimsEnthusiastGarage
      @TimsEnthusiastGarage  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      эмиль шавхаузен I will be introducing him and his e type and DS later this season

    • @эмильшавхаузен
      @эмильшавхаузен 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TimsEnthusiastGarage очень, очень вери гуд. Спасибо.

  • @LucoreAuto
    @LucoreAuto 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Totally have a "Gru driving a car" moment at 10:03 in... you and your little pocket rocket Japanese cars!

  • @beukemann4119
    @beukemann4119 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome episode! I reaaaaally want one of these now

  • @zzzgarage2704
    @zzzgarage2704 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The real JDM here…

  • @Simple_Classic_Cars
    @Simple_Classic_Cars 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Отличное видео, Тимофей вообще телезвезда!

  • @Simple_Classic_Cars
    @Simple_Classic_Cars 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Since the original intake sleeve no longer available, this car is sporting Ford F-250 upper coolant hose in its place and it fits perfectly:)

    • @TimsEnthusiastGarage
      @TimsEnthusiastGarage  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Michael Y. Several of my older cars (vw, citroen) have coolant hoses, vacuum lines etc that are from other vehicles

  • @HIDcivic
    @HIDcivic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A worthy jdm nugget along the Daihatsu Mira and Mitsubishi Dangan....

    • @TimsEnthusiastGarage
      @TimsEnthusiastGarage  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      HIDcivic to my eye this one is the best looking. The Dangan is reportedly a great drive. Have yet to wheel one. Thanks for watching!

  • @No_effs_given
    @No_effs_given 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I bought a 1996 Alto Works iES Turbo in July. Flew to Maryland and drove back to Texas, super cool ride. Just a little sad that it doesn’t have the twin cam motor.

    • @TimsEnthusiastGarage
      @TimsEnthusiastGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Very cool cars. This particular one definitely has every cool feature they could cram into it

  • @chrispy211
    @chrispy211 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I need one

  • @nipponjim7815
    @nipponjim7815 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Kei-cars the are best ever, I have Jimny 1328, Pseudo-Kei variety
    I liked your review, that was good content, subscribed.

    • @TimsEnthusiastGarage
      @TimsEnthusiastGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much for watching and for subscribing! Enjoy your vehicle !!

  • @TheWilferch
    @TheWilferch 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Interested in the gaggle of 1994 or older hot-hatch-turbo "Kei" cars to possibly bring to USA.....how to compare? ( say, this car vs. Daihatsu Mira TR-XX, and others). Also...parts availabilty???

    • @TimsEnthusiastGarage
      @TimsEnthusiastGarage  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wil Ferch thanks for watching and for your comment! As far as parts similarity and availability in the US the Beat, ACTY and Honda van are going to be the easiest to maintain. The turbo charged cars use a lot of sensors and things not commonly available and few people are yet accustomed to working on them. As will Skyline and others that is changing. That being said I would not buy one of these and plan on using it as a daily driver. Hope that answers your question. Please subscribe the channel if you would be so kind. Cheers!

    • @TheWilferch
      @TheWilferch 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TimsEnthusiastGarage ....car is envisioned as a purposely light-weight hobby car...small hot hatchback in lieu of Brit Mini....work on the car would be mostly DIY, so I would need manuals (better in English), and just wondering how normal things like air filters, brake pads, etc, availability would be? Notice I'm focusing more on the Turbo hatchbacks, not Honda Beats or their ilk.

    • @TimsEnthusiastGarage
      @TimsEnthusiastGarage  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wil Ferch I have a 1300i rover mini imported from Japan as well.
      As far as cars like the Minica, Alto Works or the like for the most part brake pads are readily available. Filters and such are shared amongst many cars as well. It sounds like you have fairly high mechanical aptitude so one of these cars should not be too much of an issue. Some items like axles for example are shared across a dozen cars or so. There are also some burgeoning Facebook groups to help import parts and the cars themselves .

  • @NoferTrunions
    @NoferTrunions 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm 68 and my 87 Turbo Sprint is my favorite car of all time. I don't know if I could deal with RH drive though.

    • @TimsEnthusiastGarage
      @TimsEnthusiastGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching. I have several RHD cars and it really isn’t too much of an issue after a few miles.

    • @nipponjim7815
      @nipponjim7815 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's good for whistling at the girls and checking the mailbox.
      Also good when a drunk comes over the yellow line and crushes the vehicle back to the B-Pillar on one side.

    • @NoferTrunions
      @NoferTrunions 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nipponjim7815 Ford tried to sell Safety with the Edsel. No one was hearing it. Now everyone is obsessed with safety and security. People are full of fear these days unfortunately.

    • @nipponjim7815
      @nipponjim7815 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NoferTrunions that sounds about right, sterility is not very popular with serious car enthusiasts.
      The Automakers have a different clientele now tho, generally ppl who can't drive stick.

    • @NoferTrunions
      @NoferTrunions 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nipponjim7815 It's even worse than that, I grew up with carburetors and the skill to drive a carb with issues is almost totally gone - like needing to press gas pedal down once before starting or how to drive one with a bad accelerator pump or using heel and toe to keep engine running while on brake when it doesn't want to idle.

  • @nashaecreary3892
    @nashaecreary3892 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You should check out the 2022 alto works now. It's really something to see

  • @jamesjohnson8661
    @jamesjohnson8661 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Duncan's prices are completely insane.

    • @TimsEnthusiastGarage
      @TimsEnthusiastGarage  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      They start high when the car lands and drop. Keep an eye out for a deal

  • @edwinthomas618
    @edwinthomas618 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great episode...i love to learn about different cars. That jacket you wearing though...is badass.

    • @TimsEnthusiastGarage
      @TimsEnthusiastGarage  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Edwin Thomas thanks so much for watching. Martini livery always looks good right? This is last year’s Williams F1 team jacket. Sadly Williams has had a rough couple years. Thought the least I could do was buy their seriously tasteful Jacket. Hope you stop back in two weeks for the next episode. Cheers!

  • @AtomicCheesegod
    @AtomicCheesegod 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I own two JDM turbo K vans, a Alto Works RSR is for sale locally and I’m trying to pick it up. Just waiting for the guy to message me back

  • @xionk8407
    @xionk8407 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    wow! my car!!!

    • @TimsEnthusiastGarage
      @TimsEnthusiastGarage  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Xion K it’s a party on wheels

    • @xionk8407
      @xionk8407 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The grade of the car I'm driving is not the same.CS22S!

  • @Clin10
    @Clin10 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Question, what battery did you use in your Alto, as my battery died in mine and I'm in the USA. I bought the pencil post to SAE adapters so I don't have to cut and change the terminals

    • @TimsEnthusiastGarage
      @TimsEnthusiastGarage  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Clin10 you can use a Honda FIT battery and just use those adapters. Thanks for watching !

    • @Clin10
      @Clin10 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TimsEnthusiastGarage awesome, thanks! Love your RS/R! These are some of the best laid out kei hatches! Owning one has been my dream since Gran Turismo 2, and finally it's a reality! I have a 1992 i.e Turbo Automatic as a daily, she'll be on the road and I'll add it to my channel soon!

  • @kieranmandy9987
    @kieranmandy9987 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    My ha22s is a rusty shitheap... Most altos in Japan are. Difference is those don't usually make it to export, they get dumped at the trackers and parted out.

  • @Chris-tg7tc
    @Chris-tg7tc 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you like this or your Honda beat more?

  • @gundamhead
    @gundamhead ปีที่แล้ว

    Is there a video of the autozam?

    • @TimsEnthusiastGarage
      @TimsEnthusiastGarage  ปีที่แล้ว

      No, I have a mate that has one but I have yet to spend much time in it. I do fit so there is that :-)

  • @syedhasan5225
    @syedhasan5225 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sir, this suzuki alto have a power steering ?

  • @stevenhearnden6103
    @stevenhearnden6103 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    36 waist, yeah, right. 😂😂

    • @TimsEnthusiastGarage
      @TimsEnthusiastGarage  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      A few years later and I’m still a 36 , much love hater !

  • @B1gth1gs
    @B1gth1gs 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What year is this one

  • @koiq
    @koiq 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Music is too loud

  • @upperbourke4122
    @upperbourke4122 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    3:20

  • @loganlee5875
    @loganlee5875 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just got an Alto, funnest car I've ever owned

    • @TimsEnthusiastGarage
      @TimsEnthusiastGarage  ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m curious, what other cars have you had? They sure are a party !!

    • @loganlee5875
      @loganlee5875 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TimsEnthusiastGarage had the second gen mini cooper typeS
      Mercedes
      7 series bmw
      A pretty fast 626
      But nothing beats this little right side drive

    • @loganlee5875
      @loganlee5875 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TimsEnthusiastGarage can you please tell me the best octane fuel to use?

    • @TimsEnthusiastGarage
      @TimsEnthusiastGarage  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@loganlee5875 depends where you are at in the world. In Europe 97 octane, US 93 octane

    • @loganlee5875
      @loganlee5875 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TimsEnthusiastGarage 👌
      In the US, glad I've been using 93
      I read that Japan has 98 and that's what was likely used there.
      Ty
      Btw mine is a '95 only 114,000
      I use as an everyday driver and so far no complaints

  • @jrpellerin
    @jrpellerin 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Daihatsu Mira TRXX still the king of all kei cars!

    • @TimsEnthusiastGarage
      @TimsEnthusiastGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      They are great little cars. I prefer the looks of this Alto Works ! Cheers and thanks for watching