Shout out to the Japanese top rank guys who stayed late to let you go out on good tires. I swear Japan just had this good work ethic you just don't get anywhere
I work for Mazda and I tell people about the absolute attention to detail in our cars because of the pride Japanese workers take in the finished product. It truly is remarkable just how humble, kind, and helpful they seem to be.
@@pedrorodrigueziii4859 yes it is. The car community out here in Japan is so much different than the states. Japanese guys with R34 M-Specs will let you sit in the car and tell you what you want to know about it. Everyone appreciates everyone else’s car. The Stagea community is all about hanging out together and meeting up.
Mickey looks like he's genuinely in heaven on this trip! Every clip he is smiling ear to ear. Thank you for sharing this awesome experience with us @throtl
I'm glad my happiness comes across in the video. I am truly please with this car and being in Japan was so amazing! HUGE shout out to TopRank for the accommodations and to Courtney for being a trooper and filming the whole trip for you. Thanks for your support!
100%. I am a very lucky guy to have such a wonderful partner to do cool shit with. On this trip she didn't get a heap of time to do "Courtney things" but we will be going back for sure!
@@mickeyandrade3435 there’s no way she’s real. She legitimately sounded interested in the stuff you were saying like about the wheels you found or the key. My wife would have told me to grow up and refused to film. Props man.
That last day where the wheels wouldnt fit wasnt a waste. You are in Japan, an awesome country. Working on your favorite cars, with awesome people. Each day, weather everything goes right or wrong, is a part of an incredible journey. Love the car and video keep it up!
Can we just take a moment to appreciate the work of the camera team and video editors! Honestly awesome work guys! Edit: Just wanted to send some love from down under! 🇦🇺
I had the same experience with Japanese Culture and how kind they are as you did Mickey. It was absolute culture shock when I had to walk past road work on a sidewalk. The entire crew stopped working, bowed to me, and escorted me and my friend around the work zone. This work zone wasn't big at all and I could have easily walked past it without ever making eye contact with them. But they made sure to escort us. It was insane.
Man talk about a dream trip. Even when things went sideways, the fact that you were in Japan meant that it became a meaningful chapter in your journey. One day I plan to visit Japan, even if only to appreciate in person, the culture that has touched my life in so many ways.
Been living in Japan for 8 years now. The kindness and generosity of the Japanese continues to warms my heart. This is how they work and they will always exceed your expectations and do it with such dignity and grace!
Many thanks to mickysan 😉and the crew for making this! Props to his fiancé for filming and allowing us to see this side of him. AND Top Rank for their awesome customer service!🤘🤘 I believe that because of what Throttle and others are doing this will start opening doors to the JDM market like never before and foresee a great opportunity for both Japan and American automotive enthusiasts. Great- now I have the urge to go shopping for my ST162…thanks guys! 😝
Kudos to Top Rank for helping you get ya legal and safe to drive in their country. The care they showed should be told to everyone who works with JDM vehicles. I would trust them if I were to ever get a vehicle from Japan. Top Rank is Top Notch
This is one of the best builds in a long time. 1) not another WRX. 2) I lived in Japan and always wanted a stagea 260RS. Hell, I would have taken a RWD one with with an RB25 and a manual. This build tugs at my heart. Love it!
This is what I admire about Japan! People take pride in their work and actually care. The fact that they stayed late to make sure you have proper tires so you are safe on the road speaks volumes. I can't wait to visit that country!
Rolling shots were amazing. Glad you're finding so many parts you need, not a lot beats that feeling of finding someone to get closer to completing the puzzle. Can't wait for stateside videos
Im just happy for Mickey. I don't even know him, but as a fellow car enthusiast? You feel the passion through Mickey for wanting this car and doing what he can with it while in Japan. Just so cool and all I can say is Enjoy these Good Times, and Congrats on the new Ride👍
Loving the Mickey Japan videos! I also love the honesty for Mickey to talk about messing up. He could have easily blamed it on something else or had it edited out, but we all make mistakes so I just appreciate the honesty. Also, mad props to the Japan crew for being good dudes and making sure Mickey and Courtney left safely!
Mikey….. your content rocks! Blows me away…. I loved your little cappuccino series… all you do, but this series! First you introduced us to your fiancé… than you’re rocking a cool car and share the whole nine.. such a genuine great gesture and guy you’re! Keep rocking
Seeing the love of cars crossing oceans and language barriers is just as beautiful as the cars themselves. Thanks for bringing us along for the ride Mickey.
Bro, the sparkle in your eye when you found the key was awesome. And your lady is not only sweet but super supportive as well. Dream trip, and look at all the awesome memories you are making on that trip. Legend.
I can’t wait to see the price of these things sky rocket after this video. Personally I never knew these existed but I am mind blown at how cool it is. Great find man. I’m glad something like this is going to someone like you. Really looking forward to future vids.
This is literally my dream car. I always love seeing them because noone knows what they are. You get the performance of a r33gtr with the convince of a wagon. You did an awesome job on this
Pretty Amazing to see the effort and dedication from the team at Top Rank and they definitely will have my business when I buy my next project - Fantastic Video Mickey ya'll are living the dream :)
I’ve been following u guys for a while and I think the look on Mickeys face when he talks about the wagon is priceless. You can tell he loves this wagon
The night out driving and parking with the other cars was great. The feeling of being around others who get that you can just go for a drive to feel happiness. Such an awesome thing. Top Rank is a great company to work with and this shows that. And I said it last video, but such a great choice Mickey-San 😀 enjoy it.
I miss my Stagea. That was a great video but also sad that I could not bring mine home. It was in 2012 when I left Okinawa but It feels like yesterday I was driving down the Okinawa Expressway.
That! Was TEAM WORK by the WHOLE crew at Top Ranked. Your correct. A LOT, of places in the US, would not have DUG DEEP like that by staying those LONG HOURS. That's the type of pride and Honor that the Japanese culture has.
I remember when you went to up garage the last time! Has it really been that long? Living the dream my friend keep up the great content!!!! I think what I love the most is how nice everyone in Japan is.
As someone that lives in Japan I can say upgarage is the bomb! I live on Okinawa (not mainland japan) but we have one small store here and even for being small they always have something I want/need! And that gold coffee is the best! Drink it damn near every day
The level of obsession I have with wanting to go to an UP!Garage is unreal 😍😩 I want to just walk around one for hours while drooling all over myself. Love the stagea so far, and the gold RGII look really really good. I know the chrome will fit the cars style and look better though. Definitely say that because the chrome setup is more my style haha would kill to import an older stagea and do an R32 GT-R front clip version skyline wagon 🤤 dump it on some rebuilt, deep af, full brushed Nismo LMGT2, retrofit the r32 BN Sports kit, wrap it black, and have a super rad drift wagon 😍🤌🏼
Man I think I’m in love with your car! I wish the best for this project and I hope to watch more about it because this is the 5 time I watch the same 2 videos I really love it, god blessed U guys ❤️❤️❤️
Man, this was so cool to watch you go through the real process of getting your car worked on in Japan. I’m sure you payed for the service, but it was worth it, wasn’t it? Your safe and you know they did you straight. Enjoy your time here.
You didn’t screw up anything. You made calculated decisions and helped someone who might try and run that setup. They now know what will and won’t work. Win win.
I've been waiting for this video to be released. Catching glimpses of the Stagea via Dustin's channel, I couldn't wait to see Mickey spec in action. Good on you, Mick! Car is absurdly awesome.
Looking good Mickey! It's cool to see good footage of someone working on my car; it's rare to see on youtube so I'm loving it! Love the Stagea group rolling shots! Would love to do a Stagea gathering when the car gets back stateside!
Micky your one hell of a dude, I'm jealous of all your wagons man I have always loved wagons. But I could tell how much it ment to you that those guys worked like that for you and thats one of the things I love about you and throtle is you guys keep it real while still having some fun. Keep up the good work.
Mickey, that is a special car and a very special new family. I am not sure who has adopted whom, but you are a lucky man surrounded by people who care!
the Japanese staying up late to make sure you get back safely. That's just standard japanese people's hospitality, care and kindness. It's one of a kind experience that the ENTIRE world could learn a lot from them.
Japanese take pride in everything they do, whether sweeping floors, building cars, etc. they are just unmatched when it comes to work and work ethic. They also truly care for their fellow man and woman. Beautiful!! The stagea looks so so good!! I was looking at one online today for sale here on the east coast, this just really makes me want to buy it, so thanks for that lol!!!!
Aahh the Stagea , i have had 3 all good cars that i have spent nights in when hotel rooms are not avaliable . I can lay down with the back seats folded and still have plenty of room by my feet and its flat to lay on . Also i know this is a small thing, but those handles either side at the back are awesome to lower the back seat backs down without haveing to open the back doors . Like you said in the video the parcel cover and net in the back not going to the new owners when sold well im guilty as have 2 in my garage along with other bits just sitting there waiting for my motivation to move them on . Cheers from New Zealand .
Shout out to the Japanese top rank guys who stayed late to let you go out on good tires. I swear Japan just had this good work ethic you just don't get anywhere
Yeah cause the guys at Throtl have never done an all nighter to get a car to an event the next day? Can’t find that anywhere though 🤔?
I work for Mazda and I tell people about the absolute attention to detail in our cars because of the pride Japanese workers take in the finished product. It truly is remarkable just how humble, kind, and helpful they seem to be.
It's the culture over there they are so proud of their work in all aspects. Mad respect to the Japanese!!!!
@@LvLdGhost Japanese car culture better lol FOH
That's because they cater to famous people.
The rolling shots of the wagon made me fall in love with this thing. This Mickey content in Japan is on another level.
Facts
Same
Where else can you watch video of some wagons rolling by and still find yourself drooling? Such a cool vibe and car community there.
@@pedrorodrigueziii4859 yes it is. The car community out here in Japan is so much different than the states. Japanese guys with R34 M-Specs will let you sit in the car and tell you what you want to know about it. Everyone appreciates everyone else’s car. The Stagea community is all about hanging out together and meeting up.
Mickey looks like he's genuinely in heaven on this trip! Every clip he is smiling ear to ear. Thank you for sharing this awesome experience with us @throtl
I'm glad my happiness comes across in the video. I am truly please with this car and being in Japan was so amazing! HUGE shout out to TopRank for the accommodations and to Courtney for being a trooper and filming the whole trip for you. Thanks for your support!
So while in Japan it’s a lease/rental, but your moding the car which suggests that you plan to import the vehicle to USA, yes?
Mickey's fiancee is the MVP here. I hope she also had time to shop for herself. Great stagea BTW. One of my favorite Nissans
100%. I am a very lucky guy to have such a wonderful partner to do cool shit with. On this trip she didn't get a heap of time to do "Courtney things" but we will be going back for sure!
@@mickeyandrade3435 there’s no way she’s real. She legitimately sounded interested in the stuff you were saying like about the wheels you found or the key. My wife would have told me to grow up and refused to film. Props man.
@@mickeyandrade3435 th-cam.com/video/jOKO6G8QydU/w-d-xo.html
That last day where the wheels wouldnt fit wasnt a waste. You are in Japan, an awesome country. Working on your favorite cars, with awesome people. Each day, weather everything goes right or wrong, is a part of an incredible journey.
Love the car and video keep it up!
Can we just take a moment to appreciate the work of the camera team and video editors! Honestly awesome work guys!
Edit: Just wanted to send some love from down under! 🇦🇺
I had the same experience with Japanese Culture and how kind they are as you did Mickey. It was absolute culture shock when I had to walk past road work on a sidewalk. The entire crew stopped working, bowed to me, and escorted me and my friend around the work zone. This work zone wasn't big at all and I could have easily walked past it without ever making eye contact with them. But they made sure to escort us. It was insane.
Yea man. It's a very polite way of life there. I love it and suits me quite well.
@@mickeyandrade3435 completly different of my home country, spain
Man... I wanna move to japan...their actitude and culture fits me aswell
I bet they completed that job 10x faster then they do here
Man talk about a dream trip. Even when things went sideways, the fact that you were in Japan meant that it became a meaningful chapter in your journey. One day I plan to visit Japan, even if only to appreciate in person, the culture that has touched my life in so many ways.
Having owned 3 wagons myself, i can already tell im going to love this build.
Been living in Japan for 8 years now. The kindness and generosity of the Japanese continues to warms my heart. This is how they work and they will always exceed your expectations and do it with such dignity and grace!
Many thanks to mickysan 😉and the crew for making this! Props to his fiancé for filming and allowing us to see this side of him. AND Top Rank for their awesome customer service!🤘🤘
I believe that because of what Throttle and others are doing this will start opening doors to the JDM market like never before and foresee a great opportunity for both Japan and American automotive enthusiasts. Great- now I have the urge to go shopping for my ST162…thanks guys! 😝
Living vicariously through you. This is the ultimate trip to Japan. As I white and gold person myself... that drive off was a banger.
Kudos to Top Rank for helping you get ya legal and safe to drive in their country. The care they showed should be told to everyone who works with JDM vehicles. I would trust them if I were to ever get a vehicle from Japan. Top Rank is Top Notch
This is one of the best builds in a long time. 1) not another WRX. 2) I lived in Japan and always wanted a stagea 260RS. Hell, I would have taken a RWD one with with an RB25 and a manual. This build tugs at my heart. Love it!
This is what I admire about Japan! People take pride in their work and actually care. The fact that they stayed late to make sure you have proper tires so you are safe on the road speaks volumes. I can't wait to visit that country!
The love in this video just overwhelmed me this is awesome love to see videos like this💯❤️🙏🏽
Shoutout to Top Ranks for that, I respect them for that.
Rolling shots were amazing. Glad you're finding so many parts you need, not a lot beats that feeling of finding someone to get closer to completing the puzzle. Can't wait for stateside videos
The gold wheels actually look awesome on the wagon! :)
Some real, genuine caring people right there! World needs more of them! :)
I love how she's able to go through this whole process and be there with you during this happy moment in your life!
She's the BEST!
It makes me so happy to see what a fantastic experience Micky had. Amazing video! Big ups to those guys at Top Rank Japan
Im just happy for Mickey. I don't even know him, but as a fellow car enthusiast? You feel the passion through Mickey for wanting this car and doing what he can with it while in Japan. Just so cool and all I can say is Enjoy these Good Times, and Congrats on the new Ride👍
Thank you Eppyz! I appreciate you bro.
Mickey in Japan is one of the best series you guys have done. Love it.
Another insane build Mickey, never saw myself being interested in a car like the Stagea but the history is so rich and this thing is so rare
Let's give some love to TOPRANK guys, please! They killing it!
Loving the Mickey Japan videos! I also love the honesty for Mickey to talk about messing up. He could have easily blamed it on something else or had it edited out, but we all make mistakes so I just appreciate the honesty. Also, mad props to the Japan crew for being good dudes and making sure Mickey and Courtney left safely!
Mikey….. your content rocks! Blows me away…. I loved your little cappuccino series… all you do, but this series! First you introduced us to your fiancé… than you’re rocking a cool car and share the whole nine.. such a genuine great gesture and guy you’re! Keep rocking
It's So cool seeing big M smiling and enjoying himself in the new whip. Sick ride, dope trip.
Seeing the love of cars crossing oceans and language barriers is just as beautiful as the cars themselves. Thanks for bringing us along for the ride Mickey.
Bro, the sparkle in your eye when you found the key was awesome.
And your lady is not only sweet but super supportive as well.
Dream trip, and look at all the awesome memories you are making on that trip.
Legend.
Thank you Charles. I'm glad my happiness is apparent. I appreciate your support!
I can’t wait to see the price of these things sky rocket after this video. Personally I never knew these existed but I am mind blown at how cool it is. Great find man. I’m glad something like this is going to someone like you. Really looking forward to future vids.
Love the smile on mickeys face, the car is looking great and the Japan content is 🤌🏻 🔥
260RS is the way to go! Love it!
I am loving the Mickey in Japan vlogs! Thank you.
By the way, keep those wheels! They suit the Stagea very very good.
This is literally my dream car. I always love seeing them because noone knows what they are. You get the performance of a r33gtr with the convince of a wagon. You did an awesome job on this
Absolute heaven. I used to co-own an import tuner shop ~20 years ago. I could only dream of having a place like that!
Pretty Amazing to see the effort and dedication from the team at Top Rank and they definitely will have my business when I buy my next project - Fantastic Video Mickey ya'll are living the dream :)
The Japanese are a very honorable race of folks. Glad they hooked you up on the tires and wheels.
You might raise the popularity of the Stagea in USA with those video love it! Buckles up Kids!!!!
I’ve been following u guys for a while and I think the look on Mickeys face when he talks about the wagon is priceless. You can tell he loves this wagon
The night out driving and parking with the other cars was great. The feeling of being around others who get that you can just go for a drive to feel happiness. Such an awesome thing.
Top Rank is a great company to work with and this shows that.
And I said it last video, but such a great choice Mickey-San 😀 enjoy it.
I miss my Stagea. That was a great video but also sad that I could not bring mine home. It was in 2012 when I left Okinawa but It feels like yesterday I was driving down the Okinawa Expressway.
Japan has some of the best and most kindhearted people. True professionals
Whenever Mickey works on whatever car it is, it's on another level type of build ❤️🔥
These Japan videos got me HOOKED!!! Hopefully they’ll be more soon!
Micky In Japan needs to be a full time youtube channel.
Haha! I wish.
I’m stationed in Japan…you got me looking for a 260RS now! Great content.
I’m more of a American v8 guy but I like this build. I’m here for it 🤟🏽
Totally had a Stagea in Gran Turismo. I love wagons and this is no exception. Great video!
That! Was TEAM WORK by the WHOLE crew at Top Ranked. Your correct. A LOT, of places in the US, would not have DUG DEEP like that by staying those LONG HOURS. That's the type of pride and Honor that the Japanese culture has.
The b roll shots on the highway were sick
That was so awesome of the techs to go over and beyond. 🙏
Mickey you look so happy there! Glad you had a good trip
loved this! shoutout to Courtney for being an awesome camera woman! wow thats what I call service from the Top Rank Crew!
She's the best and I thank my lucky stars everyday for her. Without her these videos wouldn't exist.
So sick--definitely an extra little glint of happiness in Mickeys eyes this whole video, haha.
That's authentic Japanese customer service you just experienced, good for you. Great Japan video!
Crazy how clean Japan is. Even the neighborhood mechanic shops are clean
I remember when you went to up garage the last time! Has it really been that long? Living the dream my friend keep up the great content!!!! I think what I love the most is how nice everyone in Japan is.
As someone that lives in Japan I can say upgarage is the bomb! I live on Okinawa (not mainland japan) but we have one small store here and even for being small they always have something I want/need!
And that gold coffee is the best! Drink it damn near every day
i've never seen Mickey so happy like this .... glad to see him havin a good time ❤
Thank you!
@@mickeyandrade3435 you deserve it brother ... hope to see you gettin more of that happy time 😊😊😊😊
The level of obsession I have with wanting to go to an UP!Garage is unreal 😍😩 I want to just walk around one for hours while drooling all over myself.
Love the stagea so far, and the gold RGII look really really good. I know the chrome will fit the cars style and look better though. Definitely say that because the chrome setup is more my style haha would kill to import an older stagea and do an R32 GT-R front clip version skyline wagon 🤤 dump it on some rebuilt, deep af, full brushed Nismo LMGT2, retrofit the r32 BN Sports kit, wrap it black, and have a super rad drift wagon 😍🤌🏼
This is the car I’m waiting to import to the US when it’s legal to. Looks great! 🤘
They are some of the greatest people in the world. They are always willing to help no matter who you are. That would not had happened in the US.
Enjoyed seeing the pure joy in Mickey's face throughout this video. Also love the hatch content.
LOL. You think this was good. Wait til part 3. The drifting at Nikko really brings out the best in me. I hope you love it!
Man I think I’m in love with your car! I wish the best for this project and I hope to watch more about it because this is the 5 time I watch the same 2 videos I really love it, god blessed U guys ❤️❤️❤️
Man, this was so cool to watch you go through the real process of getting your car worked on in Japan.
I’m sure you payed for the service, but it was worth it, wasn’t it? Your safe and you know they did you straight.
Enjoy your time here.
Garasi drift
Watching all this content makes me so excited to get mine. I should be taking delivery this week of my 97 stagea 😭
Congrats!
The stagea is one of my dream cars and also a car without a lot of love on TH-cam, beyond excited for more content with this car
We are definitely going to need more of Courtney in the videos in the future
You didn’t screw up anything. You made calculated decisions and helped someone who might try and run that setup. They now know what will and won’t work. Win win.
The gold wheels are actually perfect 👌 loving the build Mickey!
I've been waiting for this video to be released. Catching glimpses of the Stagea via Dustin's channel, I couldn't wait to see Mickey spec in action. Good on you, Mick! Car is absurdly awesome.
such amazing people to go that extra mile for you man congrats really nice car and once again great people
Looking good Mickey! It's cool to see good footage of someone working on my car; it's rare to see on youtube so I'm loving it! Love the Stagea group rolling shots! Would love to do a Stagea gathering when the car gets back stateside!
that technician sato crazy quick doing all the suspension and exhaust!!!
NOBODY BEATS JAPAN IN QUALITY Service 💯💯💯
Micky your one hell of a dude, I'm jealous of all your wagons man I have always loved wagons. But I could tell how much it ment to you that those guys worked like that for you and thats one of the things I love about you and throtle is you guys keep it real while still having some fun. Keep up the good work.
Mickey, that is a special car and a very special new family. I am not sure who has adopted whom, but you are a lucky man surrounded by people who care!
Shout out to Top Rank! Definitely plan to stop by when I visit!
the Japanese staying up late to make sure you get back safely. That's just standard japanese people's hospitality, care and kindness. It's one of a kind experience that the ENTIRE world could learn a lot from them.
Agreed 100%
Hey I recognise Masa helping you with the wheels legend🔥🔥🇬🇧that is why I love Japan those guys respect your safety ❤️🇯🇵
I am getting more and more in love to drive a stagia can't wait to have one
Japanese take pride in everything they do, whether sweeping floors, building cars, etc. they are just unmatched when it comes to work and work ethic. They also truly care for their fellow man and woman. Beautiful!! The stagea looks so so good!! I was looking at one online today for sale here on the east coast, this just really makes me want to buy it, so thanks for that lol!!!!
When you leave the US you find out how hardworking and respectful the rest of the world is. Those wheels look sick too.
I genuinely love the stagea. It's such a cool car.
I gotta say, I love what you did with your bmw. But this, this is an absolutely gorgeous car!! Too bad you can’t bring her home for a couple years!
So glad he explained what the cargo cover (parcel shelf) for us brits is for.. Thanks Mickey 😝
I’ve always loved this wagon. It looks incredible. Just love it. Congrats on the beauty.
I've always wanted to stagea since Gran Turismo 2 that was my go to do everything vehicle
Came across from hoonigan because i saw this guy in a video and absolutely loved his vibe great content Throtl👌❤
Let’s go another one wasn’t expecting this one this soon so pumped for Mickey
Aahh the Stagea , i have had 3 all good cars that i have spent nights in when hotel rooms are not avaliable . I can lay down with the back seats folded and still have plenty of room by my feet and its flat to lay on . Also i know this is a small thing, but those handles either side at the back are awesome to lower the back seat backs down without haveing to open the back doors . Like you said in the video the parcel cover and net in the back not going to the new owners when sold well im guilty as have 2 in my garage along with other bits just sitting there waiting for my motivation to move them on . Cheers from New Zealand .
Yea man. I explained the seat folding handles in the previous video. Thanks for watching!
This would be a sick adventure build with a rooftop tent and bike rack on the back
wheels look superb, love em more than the chroom ones
wow that shift knob is really cool, i'm buying one for sure.
What wonderful people🥹 loving the Japan content❤️
The car is sooooooooooooooooo SICK, brotha. Crazy how a few choice modes/upgrades. Take it to wicked sick. 😜 again, congratulations my brotha.
Super jealous!!! I’ve wanted a stagea since I was a little kid and played gran turismo. Can’t wait to see what you have planned for it.
mickey is so happiest at the moment, his face might tear up :P
Very awesome experience! Congrats on your purchase! ❤️