In this one I’m talking Imports vs. Domestics—Supra edition—and I’m coming at it from the MK4/2JZ world because that’s what I live in. The whole point is to cut through the internet noise and look at what actually matters when you’re building a car in your garage: the platform, the drivetrain, the aftermarket, and how realistic it is to get the results you want without turning it into a never-ending headache. I’m always going to be biased toward the MK4 because I’ve built, restored, fixed wiring, and chased issues on these cars enough to know where they shine and where they bite you. I also get into why people compare the Supra to domestic V8 stuff in the first place—power goals, cost, and the kind of driving you want to do. For me, the takeaway is simple: pick the platform that matches your goals and your patience level, not just what the comments section says is “better.” If you want the 2JZ path—big turbo, clean engine bay, and the kind of setup that can grow with you—then you already know why the MK4 has the reputation it does.