Featured Model: March 2009: Novella

Hometown: San Jose, CA
Occupation: Sexy Schoolteacher
Ethnicity: Filipina & French
Eye Color: Brown
Hair Color: Platinum (Naturally Black)
Height: 5′4″
Weight: 117lbs
Stats: 34C - 24 - 35

We took some time out of our busy schedule this month to sit down and have a chat with our favorite up and coming model, the beautiful Miss Novella Nicole. From spokes-modeling in Japan to being an official Hot Import Nights correspondent, this Filipina and French bombshell has got it all.

TP: So where do you currently call home?

NN: San Francisco, baby! I love the city! ^_^

TP: Have you ever wanted to live somewhere else? Why?

NN: I've always wanted to move to L.A. I go there so much that I think of it as my second home. I also want to live overseas for a while just to experience what life is like in other countries. My top picks include Japan and Hong Kong. I've been to both and they're awesome!

TP: We love the look that you've got going on right now, we have to ask, were you always this cute growing up?

NN: Awww thank you! My mom always told me I was beautiful, does that count?

TP: What are three things that you simply can't live without? Is one of them TunerPlayground? Don't be shy.

NN: Haha well playing with tuners IS my number one, but a close second and third would be food and more food. I love food, especially sugary snacks, can you say dental work?! ^_^

TP: If you could define yourself in one word, what would it be?

NN: "Special"

TP: Would you say that guys are all over you when you go out in public? Or are they often too intimidated by your looks to approach you?

NN: I don't really pay attention to that kind of stuff, but when I'm out with my guy friends, they always tell me that they see tons of other guys staring at me.

TP: What would you say was your most memorable modeling experience?

NN: Modeling at Tokyo Auto Salon 2008, I was living the dream!

TP: ...besides meeting us?

NN: Haha, of course.

TP: Who would you say is your favorite model of all time?

NN: Hmmm, Tila Tequila is my main role model. I love what an entrepreneur she is. Plus, she's really sexy! I love being compared to her.

TP: What are some future projects or events where we can expect to see you? This is where you plug us a little bit more, haha.

NN: Oh, be sure to watch for all kinds of new stuff with me and Tuner Playground. We'll be getting down all over the place! You can also check my events schedule on my website to see where I'm going to be at next.

TP: Stepping away from modeling for a minute, what do you do in your spare time?

NN: I like to draw, write poems and short stories, edit photos, play ice and roller hockey, and do other contact sports!

TP: Do you have any hidden talents that you've yet to share with the world?

NN: MMMMMmmmmm. Not that I want to share. ^_~

TP: Since we are an automotive enthusiast site, we have to ask, what do you currently drive? What would you say your dream car is?

NN: I drive a modified 300zx, and a Civic Si Hatchback. My dream cars include an Acura NSX, Lamborghini Murcielago, Nissan Skyline and Lamborghini Reventon.

TP: Okay, back to modeling. Models sometimes get a viewed with a negative stigma in the entertainment industry. Have you run into problems finding people who take you seriously when it comes to your goals and ambitions?

NN: Even though I'm serious about my goals and modeling career, a lot of the time I still have trouble taking myself seriously. I don't really go around telling people that I'm a model. It sounds ridiculous when I say it.

TP: Have you ever "googled" yourself? What is the most interesting thing you've found?

NN: I've googled myself many times. I used to show up a lot in hockey related things posted online. Recently, my parents have made a hobby of googling me. They read all my features and site content, and print out my pictures from online. The other day, my mom sat me down for a real talk and told me that she'd found naked pictures of me online. The ridiculous thing is that there aren't any of those kinds of pictures of me. I don't shoot nude. I'm a good girl. Apparently, the pictures were far away and blurry, and showed a blonde girl who, according to my mom, "could have possibly been me." Crazy.

TP: What best describes your philosophy or approach when it comes to life? Would you consider yourself to be aggressive when it comes to going after what you want?

NN: I'm practical, but very determined. If something isn't feasible, then I don't go for it. But once I decide that I have a good chance at getting something, I'm relentless. I don't give up.

TP: Same question, but now apply it to the bedroom.

NN: (see above)

TP: Since we've already taken a step in the naughty direction, let's continue, we want to know, what turns you on?

NN: Haha, pretty much everything, actually. I'm easy to please.

TP: Favorite guilty pleasure? Favorite naughty experience? Feel free to share any girl on girl action here, real or imagined.

NN: I'd love to do a really sexy shoot with Tila or Masuimi Max. Rawrrr!

TP: What are two things a guy would need to do in order to get your attention? Has anyone at Tuner Playground succeeded yet?

NN: Well, I do have a soft spot in my heart for pandas, so Tom Tang's got that one on lock. As far as getting my attention, you don't have to worry about that. I choose to hunt my prey, then pounce, so watch out!

TP: We heard rumors that your website will have a member's section soon? What kind of juicy things can we expect to see? Do we get a discount?

NN: I haven't decided to do a member's section as of yet. But I am working on creating a PayPal store, so keep an eye out for that. And of course, I'd give Tuner Playground the homegirl hookup.

TP: Alright, it's time to wrap things up. Do you have any closing thoughts, shout-outs, or plugs you'd like to make?

NN: I'd like to show some love for N1 Concepts, Imagine Models, Dfined, and my parents, because they're probably internet stalking me right now, and reading this. Oh, and be sure to visit my website: www.NovellaNicole.com