1972 Eneos Toyota Celica

Japan's largest oil company, ENEOS, and supplier of motor oil and transmission fluids for most Asian vehicle manufacturers, will showcase its offerings at booth #24133 in Central Hall during the annual SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Known for providing lubricating oils for Japanese and Asian manufacturers globally, ENEOS is also a prominent supplier of aftermarket premium vehicle lubricants and is introducing a line of EV and Hybrid fluids aimed at long-term vehicle maintenance.

• ENEOS, Japan’s largest oil supplier, will showcase its products at SEMA 2024, booth #24133, in Las Vegas, including a new line of EV and Hybrid fluids for long-term vehicle maintenance.

• ENEOS provides lubricants for factory fills across Asia and the aftermarket, supporting performance and high-performance motorsports.

• Two main display vehicles include a modified 1971 Datsun 240Z and a 1972 Toyota Celica, each featuring significant engine, bodywork, and chassis modifications to appeal to automotive enthusiasts.

• ENEOS’s Show Car Contest will present a 1960 Renault Dauphine with a VW VR6 conversion and a 1100hp Mk4 Toyota Supra in Silver Lot spaces V024 and V025.

• The 1972 Toyota Celica on display is owned by Formula DRIFT team manager and engineer Stephan Papadakis, who has shared the vehicle’s restoration journey on social media.

• Originally a barn find, the Celica’s overhaul includes bare-metal bodywork and a rebuilt 18R-G engine, now running 2.2 liters with dual Mikuni PHH carburetors, producing 170hp near 8000rpm.

• Upgrades to the Celica’s suspension include JRZ dampers, Techno Toy Tuning spindles, and a four-link rear suspension, enhancing performance and reliability.

• Wider wheels and custom fender flares on the Celica enhance road presence, while TRD-inspired fender flares and a rear wing further complement the design.

• Stephan Papadakis, an icon in Import Drag Racing, is known for building high-performance Hondas and setting speed records; his Papadakis Racing team has won multiple Formula DRIFT championships.

• The ENEOS brand supports Papadakis Racing and is featured in the 1200hp Toyota GR Supra, as well as in Papadakis’s personal 1972 Celica, emphasizing ENEOS’s commitment to reliable performance lubricants for both professional and personal projects.