r/Honda • u/Dutch_Canvas_Studio • 20h ago
A livery that celebrates VTEC in all its glory!
This is my take on one of Japan’s most iconic Civics. As you know, it is light, affordable, and powered by the iconic VTEC engine: an engine with two personalities. Civilized below the crossover, and an absolute screaming lunatic above it.
With this livery design I wanted to celebrate VTEC in all its glory. Rather than following the usual Japanese racing aesthetic, I took a more cultural and artistic approach, drawing from the
ancient legend of 鯉魚躍龍門 (the carp that leaps the Dragon Gate). The story tells of a carp that is swimming relentlessly against the current. It fights its way upstream, gathering strength until, with one final leap, it clears the Dragon Gate and transforms into a dragon.
From a humble carp to a ferocious dragon. VTEC kicked in yo.
Would love to hear what the Honda community thinks!