Highlights
- Dry stored since 2017 in a Toyota collection
- Factory standard unmodified car
- Complete interior in good condition for its age
- Only four registered keepers with current one since 2010
- Interesting opportunity for the right enthusiast
The Appeal
In 1990, there were more mainstream hot hatch choices, but the unassuming AE92 Corolla GT-i was a canny buy. Light and equipped with Toyota’s reliable and revvy 16V 1.6L 4A-GE engine, it was hugely entertaining. And that’s before we mention the stylish and supportive seats…
These cars proved so enjoyable for buyers that few remain, and those that do have often been modified. Not so this 1990 example, which is classically finished in white and remains factory standard inside and out.
The vendor tells us that he bought it in 2010 to add to his Toyota collection. It has been little-used since, remaining in dry storage since the last MOT in 2016. We are told that up to COVID, it was started every six months, but has been untouched since.
The car is complete and looks solid beneath the storage dust. Due to the lack of use, buyers should be realistic about the mechanical condition and anticipate some recommissioning.
History and Paperwork
- First registered 1st August 1990
- Four registered keepers
- DVLA records current keeper since October 2017
- Vendor states that he acquired the car in 2010
- Being sold as part of downsizing a Toyota collection
- Part of a collection of barn finds that were dry stored
- V5C in current keeper’s name
- Various old invoices and MOTs as shown
- Dealer literature
- Few miles covered since last MOT test in 2016
The Condition
- Factory standard GT-in white with usual body kit, spoilers and red pinstripe
- Some age to note to the paintwork and bodywork as shown
- Sunroof panel shows light age to leading edge
- Factory alloy wheels in fair condition with some age to note
- Older tyres some of which are not holding air as shown
- Well-kept black fabric interior appears complete and unmodified
- Interior shows some signs of mould staining and may benefit from a clean
- Stylish sports front seats in good condition with some light staining to note
- Face-off stereo fitted
- Due to length of storage, interior electrics should be considered untested
The Mechanics
- 1,587cc 4A-Ge 16V fuel injected DOHC 4cyl engine
- 5spd manual transmission
- Drove well when it was last parked we are told
- Owner started the car approximately every 6 months until COVID
- Car has been unattended since COVID, we are told
- Due to lack of recent use and storage buyers should be realistic about the mechanical condition
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