1980s Toyota Corolla Panel Van as a Restomod project!

Recently updated on February 23, 2022 at 11:03 am

Due to the relatively short distance to the Asian continent, there is a large fan scene in Australia that deals with Japanese automobiles. Different from that JDM fans in Europe or the USA, down under people like to modify classic models from Far Eastern manufacturers instead of the usual suspects like a Nissan Skyline or one Toyota Supra. Of course, such cars can also be found in the Australian tuning scene, but there are particularly special ones Restomod projects classic Japanese automobiles that you wouldn't expect to even exist. Such as this outwardly inconspicuous, but technical heavily modified, Toyota Corolla Panel Van dating from 1980.

Craftsman mobile? Are you kidding me? Are you serious when you say that!

It was bought by its owner with a new one Motor equipped, which gives the oldi more power and makes him Sleeper power. We are now introducing the model to you in more detail. At first glance, the car may look like it is a perfectly suited vehicle for a small craft business. With the missing side windows, the large luggage compartment and the angular design, it is perfect for commercial use.

But the Corolla Panel Van has nothing in common with a pure workhorse or commercial vehicle. That'll take care of that Lowering by means of coil springs from Techno Toy Tuning on the front axle and adjustable dampers from Koni at the rear. They are joined by Performance Superlite alloy wheels, on the Semi-slick tires which are supposed to provide even more grip on the racetrack, but are not suitable for difficult weather conditions. About the format of the Rims as the Tubes Unfortunately, nothing is known to us, but the wheels optically match the vehicle and give it a dynamic, but at the same time timelessly classic impression.

All in all, it can be said that even a small, inconspicuous Japanese man becomes a great one Restomod project and it doesn't always have to be a US muscle car with a large-volume V8! We are sure that the classic Corolla will inspire a lot of car fans at a JDM meeting, and not just on the fifth continent.

Toyota 4A-GE four-cylinder with turbocharger

Of course, the Aussie / Japan Restomod is not equipped with the series engine. The new Four cylinder enginewho on the name 4A-GE listens, and via an electronic injection with Cat has, thanks to the installation of a Garrett GTX2860 turbocharger, one Mishimoto intercooler and from one Weldspeed intake about 250 - 300 hp. In addition, there was a Haltech Elite 1500 ECU remapping carried out to ensure that the targeted performance is achieved.

The power is transmitted via a Six-speed manualtaken from a crashed Lexus IS200 to the Rear wheels. In order to bring the increased power onto the road without obstacles, a Nissan R31 limited-slip differential Installed. We are sure that the vehicle is a guarantee for a lot of driving fun and that it is also easy to drift with it.

Our Conclusion for the 1980 Toyota Corolla Panel Van:

A successful project that swims against the current and shows many mainstream tuners where the hammer is. We pay tribute to the tuner and if you see it that way, you are welcome to click on the associated picture gallery that was attached to the article. If we get more information about the changes, there will of course be an update for this report. You will be informed of this if you simply do ours Feed subscribe to. Have fun watching the pictures and stay true to us!

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1980s Toyota Corolla Panel Van as a Restomod project with four-cylinder turbo!
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