Only for Japan: this is the Toyota GR86 “AE86 40th Anniversary Edition”!

Thomas Wachsmuth September 22, 2023 -> Cars from AZ, -> Tuner from AZ, Gazoo Motorsport, News vehicles, Toyota

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The year 2024 marks a special milestone for Toyota in Japan. Forty years after the debut of the AE86, an iconic and unforgettable rear-wheel drive sports coupe, the Japanese proudly present one Special edition of the GR86: the AE86 40th Anniversary Edition. Limited to just 200 pieces, the anniversary model will undoubtedly be a highly sought-after exotic car for car lovers and collectors. The AE86 40th Anniversary Edition The GR86 shows some differences to the standard models. In keeping with the nostalgic roots of the old AE86, the color options for the special model are classic.

Toyota GR86 40th Anniversary

Only for Japan: this is the Toyota GR86 “AE86 40th Anniversary Edition”!

A strong one Red or a flawless one White, supplemented by black stripes, which reflects the spirit of Initial D, a popular manga series in which the AE86 plays a key role. Further visual details are 18-inch wheels with dark gray metallic finish, covered with 215/40 R18 tires. black Mirror covers and an equally black painted one rear spoiler set further accents and create a contrast to the paintwork of the GR86. Inside emphasizes a two-tone Black and red combination the sporty essence of the GR86, while the “Since 1983 40thThe logo is emblazoned both on the door cards and as stickers on the outside and in the lower area of the doors.

Brembo brakes and Sachs dampers

However, Toyota hasn't just made cosmetic changes. The special model comes with improved Internally ventilated Brembo brakes and Sachs dampers equipped, which are also available for the normal 2024 GR86 on the US market, if you do that SZ package or a higher quality one Equipment package chooses. The prices for this Japanese exclusive are clearly defined: 3.822.000 yen (approx. 24.200 euros) for the manual version and 3.920.000 yen (approx. 24.800 euros) for the automatic version.

Toyota expects demand to outstrip supply and has announced it will once again hold a lottery to determine the lucky buyers. It certainly is no coincidencethat the unveiling of the limited special model coincides with the presentation of the Subaru BRZ STI Sport 2024 coincides. Both represent the best in the Japanese sports coupe market and are sure to make waves both on the roads and in the hearts of car enthusiasts.