I drive a lowered 4spd automatic 2WD Honda Element with 273,000kms with bushings and various suspension bits so worn it sounds like the car is going to fall apart and a loud exhaust. I also have real deal R32 GT-R wheels on my Element (with centrecaps) and during my time shopping for a set before obtaining these, there were legitimately people who did not want to sell the wheels to me after finding out what car the wheels were going on.
Trust me, I'm positively sure if given a choice, RS would be all over J.C's GenCoupe rather than my Element
It's gotten to a point where I take all the hate towards my car and turn it into jokes, and it motivates me even further to stand out with a unique platform. People just need to learn how to ignore the hate and keep doing what they love.
Besides, I've seen J.C's GenCoupe in person, the first or second day after he picked it up, and a couple months later after a few mods. It's a sick looking car, and it's no different as it is now.