This summer 311RS #05 became the first of our 11-unit production run to change hands. It was originally delivered to a local client just miles from HQ. Now with it’s new owner, Ross, #05 will reside in Dallas, TX.

Prior to taking delivery, the new owner took the opportunity to upgrade the car. Quite significantly in fact. Before we delve into the details, here are a few images of the car as it arrived from the original owner.

The car was originally spec’d for use on track hence the roll bar, Recaro buckets, harnesses, etc. Ross also intends to use the car on track and chose to further focus the car in the form of chassis & weight savings upgrades.

The biggest upgrade was a first for us – we installed AMS’ dry carbon roof on the car. Ryan’s Time Attack Evo X runs a similar setup, however this would be the first time we’ve fitted a carbon roof to a production 311RS unit.

The result was a 4lb. weight reduction from the highest point on the car and a killer look to boot.

The next focus was on chassis control – Ross upgraded #05 from the original JRZ RS1s to our latest 2017-spec JRZ RS Pros. These dampers feature external reservoirs which allow the user to control compression and gas pressure. In combination with rebound control featured on each JRZ, these RS Pros allow for complete control of the platform.

Here’s a look at the JRZ RS Pro canisters mounted in the trunk of 311RS #05. We’ve placed them out of the way yet within reach for easy adjustment.

Inside the car, the Nardi wheel was replaced with one of our alcantara-wrapped factory wheels. The alcantara trend continues with a full interior upgrade, which features alcantara covered A, B, and C pillars, headliner, and color matched plastic bits.

If you’re upgrading anything on the interior of a 311RS Evo X, you better be including one of our wooden ebrake handles. They are just too good. In combination with our black watch tartan fabric, the interior feels properly old school.

We never tire of working with Akrapovic’s exhaust systems. They are light, sound right, and are gorgeous. Ross upgraded #05’s AMS system to a lightweight titanium Akrapovic dual tip system.

The red Brembo calipers that come standard on Evo Xs turn to brown after a few uses on track. Our solution is to refinish them with a high-temp gloss black paint. Our logo is then screen printed onto the calipers for a smooth, factory-like finish.

Each of the upgrades plays a role in the complete finished product. 311RS #05 was gorgeous when it was first delivered in 2014, but today it is another thing all together. Congratulations to Ross and we thank you for the opportunity to work with one of our babies again.

And just like that, 311RS #05 was off to it’s new home in Dallas, TX. Until next time!!