Highlights

Rare sports car, closely related to the TA64 homologation special
Comprehensive mechanical restoration including engine-out rebuild, new clutch, and brake refurbishment
Missing original parts painstakingly sourced from around the world to restore completeness
In current ownership for approximately six years, dry stored throughout
Registered in Ireland

The Appeal

A close relation to the TA64 Celica Twincam Turbo homologation special, the TA63 GT-TR is the road-going sibling of the car with which Toyota claimed its first Safari Rally victory in 1984. With its turbocharged 3T-GTE engine, close-ratio W55 gearbox, and factory limited-slip differential, the GT-TR was an impressive machine.

This example was originally imported from Japan and purchased by the current owner from a dealer in Ireland in late 2019. At that point, several items were missing, including the correct wheels, steering wheel, grille badges, and exterior trim pieces, all of which have since been sourced from suppliers around the world to bring the car back to its intended specification. The dedication involved in tracking down these parts speaks to the care this car has received.

Mechanically, the engine has been removed and subjected to a thorough rebuild, with a new clutch fitted upon reinstallation and the braking system fully refurbished. New carpet has been fitted inside, and the car remains completely standard apart from a replacement rear exhaust box. The vendor states the car runs and drives as it should and needs nothing. This GT-TR represents a rare opportunity to acquire one of Toyota's rarest sports cars.

Key Information

Mileage: 125,000 miles (indicated, believed accurate by the vendor)
Country of registration: Ireland
Technical inspection status: exempt
Technical specs: 1.8-litre 3T-GTE turbocharged inline four-cylinder, five-speed manual
Paperwork: offered with limited documentation

The Detail

Engine removed for cleaning and restoration work
Head gasket replaced as a precaution due to age
New piston rings fitted, most gaskets replaced, and valves polished
Turbo inspected and reported to be in good order
New clutch fitted during engine reinstallation
Brake callipers and brake master cylinder fully refurbished
Fitted with the W55 close-ratio gearbox and Toyota limited-slip differential
Completely standard apart from the rear exhaust box
New carpet fitted, imported from Australia
Air-adjustable driver's seat with multiple settings
Fitted with a Toyota radio
The vendor states the factory leather steering wheel is in very good condition
The vendor reports the paintwork presents well with no corrosion visible
The vendor states the interior seats are in good condition for their age
Missing parts at purchase (wheels, steering wheel, caps, grille badges, arch and sill trims) sourced from around the world
Dry stored throughout the current owner's period of ownership
The vendor states the car drives well, ready to enjoy

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