81 Toyota Rare Convertible Restomod 2dr Rwd 5spd 22r on 2040-cars
Dallas, Texas, United States
DescriptionBought from neighbor 10 yrs ago, who bought it new from the dealership; always a Dallas car. Garage-kept, but I’m moving and downsizing, so garage is gone. “The Toy” must go too. Great for high schooler or college kid. Attention getter, conversation starter, chick magnet. Antique plates—exempt from TX emissions inspection. Collectible: NADA book value (“average retail” $4,425) rose twice during the past half year after being flat for 10 years. One of 900 converted by American Custom Coachworks in Beverly Hills, CA. Read history at http://howards.hubpages.com/hub/1981-Celica-Convertible The basics: Celica, 2-dr, 2+2, 4-cyl 22R, 2-bbl carb, pwr steering, pwr brakes, frt disc brakes, 5-spd manual, RWD, live axle, compact spare, documentation. Conversion from new coupe to convertible w/ added frame stiffening. Upgrades: Adjustable brake proportioning valve, braided stainless steel brake hoses, Addco sway bar, dead pedal, Kenwood stereo. Removed: CA smog controls, A/C, w/s washer. Mild customizing: Supra alloy rims, Recaro Supra seats (10-way driver w/ lumbar & 8-way pax), custom console, blacked-out chrome, deleted trim and emblems, front parking lights converted to Euro-look turn signals. The good: Refurbished, repainted, reupholstered. Everything works—no rattles. Fresh: head job, water pump, thermostat, spark plugs & wires, radiator cored. Recent: battery, 5k mi on wide Bridgestone tires, master cylinder, belts, idler bearing, shifter bushings, end links, tie rod ends, pitman arm, U-joint, upholstery, top. The bad: All convertibles leak in heavy rain (on the other hand, the windshield alone deflects a light sprinkle above 60 mph). Oil drip since last oil change (estimate 1 hr labor). Exhaust manifold gasket leak (estimate 3 hr labor)—just affects the sound. No A/C—it’s a convertible, duh! Buyer is urged to make visual inspection because it’s 33 yrs old, 245k miles, rare and modified. Payment accepted by PayPal or cash. Deposit of US$500 required within 48 hrs of auction close. Final payment due within 7 days of auction close. Buyer responsible for vehicle pick-up or shipping. |
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Toyota Yaris Hybrid-R zips in on its way to Frankfurt
Wed, 04 Sep 2013Toyota has been known to make some exciting cars over the years, but its hybrids, well... let's just say a Prius appeals to a different kind of buyer. The TS030 Hybrid LMP1, on the other hand, now that's more our speed. And at the Frankfurt Motor Show next week, the Japanese industrial giant will bridge the gap with the concept car you see here. Previewed in bits and pieces along the way, Toyota has now revealed the full details and array of photos of its new Yaris Hybrid-R concept. And what the full picture reveals is a Prius C that's gone to the gym - or more appropriately, the track.
Powering this little pocket rocket is TMG's Global Racing Engine: a 1.6-liter inline-four with direct injection and a Garett turbocharger to drive 300 horsepower to the front wheels through a six-speed sequential gearbox. A pair of electric motors provide an extra 60 hp to each of the rear wheels for a combined output of 420 hp and through-the-road all-wheel drive. A third 60hp electric motor serves as traction control under acceleration and acts as a generator under braking to feed the TS030-derived super capacitor that boasts a higher power density and faster charge/discharge speed than a traditional battery. The system can provide a 40-horse boost for ten seconds in Road mode, or the full 120hp for five seconds in Track mode.
Though based on the three-door Yaris, there'd be no mistaking this for any ordinary econo-hatch. 18-inch TRD alloys with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup tires pack the wheel wells and a wider grille dominates the front fascia, while black and blue trim contrast sharply with the white bodywork. The rear pillar incorporates a quick-fill competition-spec fuel cap, LED daytime running lights illuminate the way and oversized brakes keep it all under control. The interior boasts Recaro racing buckets in black leather and blue Alcantara. There's more to digest in the press release below, but the bottom line is that if this is where Toyota is taking its hybrids, we want to climb into the driver's seat, and we're looking forward to seeing the concept in the flesh next week.
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Toyota currently builds the Highlander, alongside the fullsize Sequoia, at Toyota Indiana's West Plant. The additional capacity, though, will be sent to the East Plant, which is currently responsible for production of the recently refreshed Sienna minivan.
"The Highlander has been a great product for our plant," Toyota Indiana President Norm Bafunno said in a statement. "Establishing Highlander as the 'bridge vehicle,' as we call it, between the East and West plants increases our ability to meet customer needs for our outstanding products. This exciting news is a true testament to the capability of our hard-working and dedicated team members."
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Thu, 17 Oct 2013Toyota has announced plans to voluntarily recall 803,000 vehicles from model years 2012 and 2013, over concerns with the air conditioning condenser housing. The recall covers the Camry, Camry Hybrid, Avalon, Avalon Hybrid and Venza, although the exact split between affected models wasn't available.
According to Toyota, the condenser can leak onto an airbag control module, which in turn could cause a short circuit. In most cases, this will just lead to an airbag warning light, but in rarer instances, the airbags could fail to deploy or pop out of their own accord. There's also a concern over a loss of power steering if the airbag control module develops a short.
It's unclear if there have been any injuries or crashes relating to the defects. Toyota will begin informing owners of affected vehicles via first class mail, and will ask them to report to dealerships for recall work, involving the installation of a cover on the condenser housing.