Meet Naila 2.0: A Show Car Revolution In 2025

Street Cars 101 Magazine- August 2025 Issue 58

Name/Location

Larry Deleon (AKA DJWAVE)
/ Bakersfield, California

Car Year/ Make/ Model

2002 Acura RSX

Photographer(s)

Chris Uribe

Magazine Category

Unique build, something different

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First featured in Street Cars 101 Magazine back in December 2022, Naila 2.0 returns to the spotlight in 2025 bolder, louder, and more innovative than ever. What began as a clean JDM build has now evolved into a fusion of elite show car styling and high-energy entertainment.

A customized 2002 Acura RSX in a parking lot, featuring sleek black paint, gold wheels, and an aggressive front lip. The car displays a personalized license plate reading 'DJWAVE141' and is parked against a backdrop of trees and buildings.

This year’s highlight? A one-of-one custom hood handcrafted by The Magic Man himself. But the surprises don’t stop up front. Pop the trunk and you’ll find a 17-inch monitor, a Pioneer DDJ-SB3, and a Serato DJ Pro setup turning Naila 2.0 into a fully functional mobile DJ booth. Mixing live sets straight from the trunk at car shows isn’t just dedication; it’s a reinvention of what it means to be a Mobile DJ.

A black 2002 Acura RSX with gold wheels parked in front of a modern building, with Larry in a red shirt standing beside it.

Since her debut in 2018, Naila 2.0 has racked up an impressive 100+ trophies across categories like Best of Show, Best JDM, Best Wheels, Best Interior, Best Lighting, and Best Trunk Setup. She’s built a reputation as a certified showstopper, commanding attention wherever she rolls in. Even more impressive, most of the work was done right in the owner’s garage, with a little help from YouTube tutorials.

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Close-up of a highly modified car engine showcasing chrome and carbon fiber components, red hoses, and performance upgrades.

Close-up view of the custom audio system in the trunk of a modified Acura RSX, featuring two large subwoofers, a polished air tank, and vibrant red upholstery.

Looking ahead, the evolution shows no signs of slowing. Plans are already in motion for a one-of-one widebody kit, a full interior and trunk revamp, and a fresh new color change. It’s an ambitious vision that demands both patience and deep pockets but if Naila 2.0 has taught us anything, it’s that boundaries exist only to be pushed.

Aerial view of a black 2002 Acura RSX parked in a lot, with a California license plate reading 'DJWAVE141'. The rear end features noticeable modifications and branding, including 'ACCUAIR' and 'FEDERAL' stickers.

Interior view of a 2002 Acura RSX with a black steering wheel, red accents, and custom gauges displaying various metrics.

Interior view of a modified car showcasing custom audio equipment and air suspension components in vibrant red upholstery.

A view of the interior of a modified 2002 Acura RSX, featuring a black steering wheel with a Honda emblem, red upholstery, and custom gauges on the dashboard.

Underside view of a customized car chassis featuring gold suspension components and branding labels.

MODIFICATIONS

Performance Modifications	Interior Modifications
ODYSSEY EXTREME SERIES AGM34M CELL CAR BATTERY RARE JDM ARC DC5 SUPER INDUCTION BOX CUSTOM POLISHED K20 VALVE COVER SKUNK 2 LOW PROFILE VALVE COVER KIT PASSWORD JDM VALVE COVER WASHERS PASSWORD JDM CARBON FIBER COIL PACK COVER PASSWORD JDM CARBON FIBER INTAKE MANIFOLD COVER PASSWORD JDM CARBON FIBER FUSE BOX COVER PASSWORD JDM UNLIMITED SHOCK TOWER BAR PASSWORD JDM THEFT PROOF OIL CAP PASSWORD JDM FENDER WASHERS MAGNAFLOW HIGH FLOW CAT JDM POLISHED MUFFLER WITH 3’ TIP RGB BLUETOOTH ENGINE LIGHT KIT CUSTOM ENGRAVED DJWAVE141 BRAKE ROTORS	CUSTOM RED SUEDE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEATS WITH EMBROIDERED DJWAVE141, HEADLINER, PILLARS, CENTER CONSOLE, VISORS, REAR INTERIOR TRIM AND DOOR PANELS AUTOPOWER 4-POINT CUSTOM CHROME ROLL CAGE WITH HARNESS BAR TANAKA 4-POINT SEATBELT HARNESS HIDE AWAY 16” LED SCREEN RGB FULL INTERIOR LIGHTING 3 POD PILLAR GAUGE CAR AUTO 52MM DIGITAL LED GAUGE AIRMAXX 52MM DIGITAL AIRRIDE SUSPENSION GAUGES
Exterior Modifications	Wheel and Tire Modifications
CUSTOM 1 Of 1METAL ETCHED HOOD WITH GOLD/CANDY PAINT JOB (1OF1) MUGEN FRONT AND REAR BUMPER LIP TOP 1 MOTORS FRONT LIP AND SIDE SPLITTERS CUSTOM SMOKED HEADLIGHTS WITH RGB HELO PROJECTOR (RSX) RGB LIGHTSTRIP (1 OF 1) RGB BLUETOOTH DEMON EYE PROJECTOR KIT RGB BLUETOOTH UNDERGLOW LIGHT KIT CUSTOM FRONT AND REAR EMBLEM DDM 6000K HID HEADLIGHT KIT DDM 6000K LED FOG LIGHT KIT	WEDS KRANZE 18X10 GOLD 3 PIECE WHEELS WITH 4’ LIP AND POLISHED HUBS FEDERAL TIRE SUPER STEEL 595 225/35ZR18
Suspension Modifications	Audio Modifications
TRW FRONT AND REAR AIR SUSPENSION KIT FROM ACCUAIR ACCUAIR SWITCHSPEED AIR MANAGEMENT VIAIR DUAL 444C CHROME AIR COMPRESSORS WITH 5 GALLON ALUMINUM TANK K-TUNED COMPLETE SPHERICAL TIE ROD SET GOLD GODSPEED REAR LOWER CONTROL ARMS AND CAMBER KIT GOLD REAR LOWER SUSPENSION SUBFRAME BRACE	PIONEER AVH-X2500BT HEAD UNIT CAB 2000W MONO BLOCK AMP SOUNDSTREAM TARANTULA SERIES 1000W 4-CHANNEL AMP AUDIOSKY BIG 3 ZERO GAUGE AUDIO UPGRADE JBL 6.5″ CLUB 6520 2-WAY COAXIAL CAR SPEAKERS ALL AROUND OBSIDIAN AUDIO 15” DUAL VOICE SUBWOOFER WITH CUSTOM SUEDE ENCLOSURE PIONEER SERATO DJ CONTROLLER

DJ WAVE Icebreaker Questions	Answers
Favorite product you wash your vehicle with?	JVS Auto detail “QUICK SHOT
Favorite food?	Mexican
Favorite Auto Part Store?	Rock Auto
Favorite brand of tires?	Federal Tire
Favorite car meet/car show/car event you have attended?	CaliCreaming/ Importfaceoff
Car event/car show you wish to attend one day?	SEMA Show