Description
Some modern Japanese performance cars already feel significant while they are still relatively new.
The Toyota GR Corolla is one of them.
Developed by Toyota Gazoo Racing and never officially offered for sale new in the UK, the GR Corolla combines a 300 BHP turbocharged three-cylinder engine, six-speed manual transmission and Toyota’s GR-Four all-wheel-drive system in a practical five-door body.
This particular example is exceptional.
First registered in Japan in January 2024, it has travelled only 742 kilometres – approximately 461 miles – from new.
Japanese Auction Grade 5 / Interior A
Before purchase, the car was personally inspected in Japan by Rising Sun Classics.
It subsequently achieved the outstanding auction assessment of:
Grade 5 – Exterior
Grade A – Interior
The condition of this example reflects its extremely low mileage.
The car is finished in Pearl White, Toyota colour code 089, over a black interior with contrasting red stitching.
Exceptionally preserved interior
All seats, front and rear, are currently fitted with protective covers which were already installed when the car arrived from Japan.
These have helped preserve the original factory upholstery underneath, which remains in immaculate, virtually as-new condition.
It is another detail that reinforces just how lightly this car has been used from new.
Toyota main dealer inspected
Following its arrival in the UK, we elected to go a step further than simply preparing the car for registration.
It was taken to an authorised Toyota main dealer for a service and technical inspection.
The engine oil and filters were replaced and Toyota technicians inspected the vehicle, confirming its overall condition to be exceptionally good and consistent with its remarkably low mileage.
Consequently, once the registration process is complete, its next owner will receive a GR Corolla that has already been properly serviced, inspected and prepared for use.
UK registration
The car has been fully prepared for the Individual Vehicle Approval test required before UK registration and is currently awaiting its scheduled appointment.
We continue to monitor cancellations and will take an earlier appointment should one become available.
Once approved, Rising Sun Classics will complete the DVLA registration process on behalf of the purchaser.
As the car has not yet been registered in Britain, it can be registered directly in its new owner’s name, providing the purchaser with the opportunity to become the first UK registered keeper.
Prior to handover, a brand-new 12-month MOT will be provided.
The vehicle will therefore be supplied Toyota main dealer serviced, fully UK registered, with a fresh 12-month MOT and ready for immediate road use.
Finance options are available through our finance partners — please contact us to discuss a quotation tailored to your requirements. Finance is subject to status and lender approval.
Specification
2024 Toyota GR Corolla RZ
1, 600cc G16E-GTS turbocharged engine
300 BHP
6-speed manual gearbox
GR-Four four-wheel drive
Right-hand drive
742 km / 461 miles
Pearl White 089
Black interior with red stitching
Factory forged alloy wheels
Factory navigation
Full-seg TV
Reversing camera
Dash camera
Cruise control
Protective seat covers fitted to all seats
Original factory upholstery underneath in immaculate condition
Original manuals
Warranty book
Spare key
Provenance
We specialise in sourcing carefully selected vehicles directly from Japan.
This car represents precisely the type of example we look for: exceptionally low mileage, outstanding auction grading, excellent provenance and a condition that justified importing the car to the UK.
The combination of only 461 miles from new, a Grade 5/ A auction assessment, immaculately preserved original upholstery, a fresh Toyota main dealer service and inspection, full UK preparation, a brand-new 12-month MOT and the possibility of becoming its first UK registered keeper makes this an unusually attractive GR Corolla for an enthusiast or collector.
£41, 995
Part exchange welcome.
Viewings are available by appointment with Rising Sun Classics Limited.
Japanese auction documentation, additional photographs and further information regarding IVA and UK registration are available on request.
