The Toyota Pro/Celebrity Race was an annual 10-lap auto race held each April from 1977 until 2016 as part of the United States Grand Prix West , and later the Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach weekend at Long Beach, California . Beginning in 1991, the event raised money for "Racing for Kids," a national fund-raising program benefiting children's hospitals in Long Beach and Orange County .
63-627: The TPCR pitted celebrities against professional racers from various types of motor racing. They raced in identically prepared cars built by Toyota or Toyota owned Scion. From its inception until 2005, the drivers drove showroom stock Toyota Celicas . Scion tCs were used from 2006 to 2012, and the Scion FR-S began use in 2013. Celebrity contestants ranged from Hollywood 's " A-list " elite, budding young stars and starlets, professional sports figures, local Southern California television and radio personalities and selected Toyota dealers. One seat
126-428: A TRD muffler, TRD rear wing, TRD front bumper, TRD leather shift knob, and a TRD TRDSPORTS steering wheel with TRD horn. Other standard items include a carbon fiber-like interior trim package, a gray gauge cluster with orange backlighting and gray accents surrounding the gauges. The TRD Sports Curren was available with a 5-speed manual with a LSD or a 4-speed automatic transmission. The 5-speed manual transmission received
189-593: A Targa-style convertible conversion to the coupé. They were called the Sunchaser and had a removable Targa top and a folding rear roof, much like the '67 Porsche 911 soft-window Targa. These were Toyota approved and sold through Toyota dealers. Over 2,000 were produced. In Germany, the same Sunchaser version but also a full convertible and a traditional targa with a fixed rear window (called the TX22) were offered. Conversions were Toyota-approved and carried out from mid-1980 by
252-668: A company called Tropic. The Japanese model grades were ET, LT, ST, SE, XT, GT, and GTV. The GT and GTV have an 18R-G twincam engine. In August 1978, the GTV was replaced by the GT-Rally, a limited edition model that had a 1.6-liter 2T-GEU or 2.0-liter 18R-GEU engine, special grill, special bumpers, black interior (against the norm of colored interiors of the time) and was only available in white or lime green paint. There were about 70 different variants of second-generation Celica sold in Japan over
315-568: A five-speed manual or a three-speed automatic. The suspension was also quite soft and the recirculating ball steering came in for some criticism for its vagueness. Both the coupé and the liftback bodywork were available in Australia. Across Europe, the Celica was offered with the 1.6-liter, 2.0-liter, and 2.0-liter Twincam engines. Trim levels were 1600 LT, 1600 ST, 1600 GT, 2000 ST, 2000 XT, and 2000 GT. In April 1978 Toyota began production of
378-608: A high volume sedan, in this case the Toyota Carina . The first three generations of North American market Celicas were powered by variants of Toyota's R series engine. In August 1985, the car's drive layout was changed from rear-wheel drive to front-wheel drive , and all-wheel drive turbocharged models were manufactured from October 1986 to June 1999. Variable valve timing came in certain Japanese models starting from December 1997 and became standard in all models from
441-463: A large number of crashes throughout the years. Several celebrities who have taken part in the TPCR have gone on to take up auto racing as a part-time hobby or as team owners. The celebrities received a 30-second head start to begin the race against the professionals and past champions. In 2015, actor Alfonso Ribeiro won while classed as a pro (thus starting with a 30-second handicap) and thereby became
504-645: A leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter knob. Most of these came from the Supra. From the windshield back, both cars were nearly identical when in Liftback form. There were also optional rear louvers for the coupe and Liftback. The Celica was facelifted in August 1983 for the 1984 model year. The revision included fully retractable headlights , restyled grille, and airdam. The rear combination lamps were also revised. The Japanese Celica 1600 GT got new 4A-GE engine, and
567-670: A more distinctive bulged hood which was lacking in the TA22 or RA20/21 coupé and in the TA27 and RA25 Liftback but was factory in 1975 on the North American RA22 Celica to accommodate the larger 20R motor. The TA22 Celica also had removable vents mounted in the hood which the RA23 and RA28 lacked, while the TA27 and RA25 models had three raised fluted vents inset into the hood. The RA series also had an elongated nose to accommodate
630-450: Is a sport compact coupé built by Toyota from 1994 to 1998. It is based on the T200 series Celica chassis. It shared the same interior and rear end design as the Celica coupé. Instead of having four round headlamps like the Celica, it has a rectangular headlamp design providing a more traditional halogen headlamp appearance. Modifying the appearance of the Celica allowed Toyota to sell
693-506: Is a four-door sedan rather than a coupe or Liftback. Toyota replaced the Celica Camry upon the arrival of the front-wheel drive Toyota Camry (V10) in 1982. August 1981 saw the introduction of the third-generation Celica. The car was initially available in notchback coupe and liftback forms with many buyers preferring the liftback. The U.S.-made convertible came in 1984. Styling was changed considerably from previous models and power
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#1732786719950756-450: Is distinguishable by its copper brown / beige two-tone paint and a "GTA 10th anniversary" plaque on the center console. The Canadian models were similar to the U.S. models, but the Liftback was also offered in the more affordable ST trim, instead only the higher GT trim in the U.S. In Australia, the new Celica was less sporty than earlier models. The only engine available was the 2-liter 18R, producing 66.4 kW (90 PS), hooked up to
819-546: Is no "B" pillar in the Liftback, the rear quarter windows are fixed in place and do not roll down (as they do in the hardtop coupe). The Liftback was often called the Japanese Mustang or the Mustang Celica . The liftback styling has similarities to the 1969 Ford Mustang fastback, including C-pillar louvers and the vertical bar tail lights that are a signature Mustang styling cue and pay overall homages to
882-513: Is their current name. Toyota Celica The Toyota Celica ( / ˈ s ɛ l ɪ k ə / or / s ɛ ˈ l iː k ə / ) ( Japanese : トヨタ・セリカ , Hepburn : Toyota Serika ) is an automobile produced by Toyota from 1970 until 2006. The Celica name derives from the Latin word coelica meaning heavenly or celestial . In Japan, the Celica was exclusive to Toyota Corolla Store dealer chain . Produced across seven generations,
945-579: The Liftback by Toyota, was introduced for the Japanese market in April 1973 but not until July 1974 for export models. Models for the Japanese domestic market Liftback were the 1600 ST, 1600 GT (TA27), 2000 ST, and 2000 GT (RA25 and RA28). The North American liftback (RA29) was only offered with a 2.2-liter 20R engine for the 1976 and 1977 model year. All the liftback models have flat noses. Although there
1008-686: The Toyota Carina and marketed from December of the same year, the Celica was a two-door hardtop coupé that emphasized styling and driving enjoyment. Based on a platform shared with the Carina sedan which is one size above the Toyota Corolla , and a shared size with the Toyota Corona , according to Automobile Magazine , the Celica was based on the Corona platform. This car was aimed at
1071-656: The 1.6-liter TA27 (2T engine family). Model grades were ST and GT. The Liftback model was then exported to many Asian countries and Europe in RHD form as the RA28 or TA28 with either a 18R 2.0-liter or 1.6-liter 2T-B engine. After the October 1975 facelift it was available in both RHD and LHD forms in other markets. The RV-1 "concept" wagon was also shown at the 1971 Tokyo Motor Show but it did not reach production. The Japanese domestic market GT models had various differences from
1134-622: The 103 kW (138 hp; 140 PS) 2.0 L 3S-FE engine, whereas the ZS trims were powered by the 125–132 kW (168–177 hp; 170–179 PS) 2.0 L 3S-GE engine. The ZS Sport Selection trim had the added benefit of a limited slip differential and leather steering wheel. The ST207 only came in the XS Touring Selection trim, which was powered by the 3S-FE engine and came equipped with four-wheel steering and Toyota's active suspension package called TACS , which
1197-644: The 1600 GT-R also powered by the same motor was introduced. Another new model was the turbocharged 1800 GT-TR. The GT-S convertible, built by American Sunroof Company (ASC) in California, was originally released in a limited 200 units in 1984. 4,248 more were built for the 1985 model year. For the European continent, the Celica was offered as 1600 ST with 2T engine and live rear axle (TA60), 2000 XT with 21R engine (RA61) and 2000 GT with 18R-G engine (RA63). The UK models were 2.0 ST for early version and 2.0 XT for
1260-446: The 1974 body was used and sturdier chrome and black rubber bumper bars with horizontally mounted shock absorber mounts (Volvo style) replaced the chrome bumpers used in the earlier cars (in accordance with US Federal bumper laws) mandating impacts without minor damage at 5 mph (8.0 km/h). Unfortunately the early 8R and 18R series engines proved to be less than durable, with early failures common. The 1974 18R-C engine's durability
1323-426: The 1974 model year included the introduction of flared wheel arches, another change in the style of the badges and the introduction of a new style of rear quarter vents. For the Japanese market, the cars also featured a different front end treatment with the introduction of a flat front section (similar to, but not interchangeable with later model Celica,). 1976 brought the largest update to the model. The wheelbase of
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#17327867199501386-561: The 2.0-liter 18R-C motor. The only two GTs ever imported by the AMI ( Australian Motor Industries ) which later became Toyota Australia, were a 1971 red TA22 GT and a brown 1973 RA25 GT. These vehicles were a special import by Ken Hougham the managing director of AMI for evaluation. Just like the TA22 GT, the RA25 GT model was never imported due to the power to weight ratio and higher insurance for
1449-511: The 2.6 or with a 125 PS (92 kW) 2.0 L 12-valve SOHC inline-six engine ( M-EU ). Toyota launched the Celica Camry, a four-door sedan , in the Japanese market during January 1980. This model was essentially a second-generation 1977–1981 Toyota Carina (A40 and A50) with an elongated front-end styled to resemble the 1978–1981 Celica XX , known as the Celica Supra in export markets. Unlike other Celicas, this Carina-derived model
1512-636: The 2000 model year . In 1986, the six-cylinder Celica Supra variant was spun off as a separate model, becoming simply the Supra. Lightly altered versions of the Celica were also sold through as the Corona Coupé through the Toyopet dealer network from 1985 to 1989, and as the Toyota Curren through the Vista network from 1994 to 1998. Displayed at the October 1970 Tokyo Motor Show together with
1575-530: The 22R engine became 22R-E (or 22R-EC with California emissions equipment). In August 1982, Toyota added the GT-S model to the North American market to re-inject the sports image that Celica had lost as it grew larger and heavier with each subsequent model. The GT-S included larger 14x7-inch wheels and 225/60HR14 tires, fender flares, independent rear suspension, a sports interior including special seats, and
1638-488: The 92 kW (123 hp; 125 PS) 1.8 L 4S-FE engine. In 1996, the Curren received a facelift that included redesigned front bumper, clear front turn signals and redesigned front grille. It also received redesigned taillamps that had a darker tint and clear turn signals, while the 1994 model had the same design with orange turn signals as the ones on the pre-facelift Japanese Celica Convertible ST202C and all
1701-463: The Celica was available in three different trim levels; the LT, ST and GT. At its introduction the Celica was only available as a pillarless hardtop notchback coupé , adopting " coke bottle styling ". The prototype SV-1 Liftback was shown as a concept car at the 1971 Tokyo Motor Show and with slight modifications this was introduced in Japan in April 1973 as the 2-liter RA25 (18R engine family) and
1764-529: The Celica was powered by various four-cylinder engines, and body styles included convertibles , liftbacks , and notchback coupé . In 1973, Toyota coined the term liftback to describe the Celica fastback hatchback , and used the name Liftback GT for the North American market. Like the Ford Mustang , the Celica concept was to attach a coupe body to the chassis and mechanicals from
1827-578: The Curren at Toyota Vista Store locations, as the Celica was exclusive to Corolla Store locations. The Curren directly replaced the T160 series Corona Coupé , which was exclusive to Toyopet Store locations. The name "Curren" is derived from English word "current". In 1994, the Curren was available in two models, the ST206 and ST207. The ST206 model had four different trim levels. The FS, XS, ZS and ZS Sport Selection. The FS and XS trims were both powered by
1890-650: The ET, LT and ST including the hood flutes, power windows, air conditioning and specific GT trim but shared a few things with the ST—a full-length center console and oil pressure/ammeter gauges—while the LT had warning lights for these functions. With the exception of the American market, the GT had a 1588 cc 2T-G twincam engine or a 1968 cc 18R-G, which not available on the ET, LT or ST and always had 5-speed manual gearbox. Typically for
1953-477: The GT to reduce weight. The GTV came with the same 2T-G engine, but with a thicker front sway bar & firmer suspension for better handling. Later in 1973 Japanese GTVs had a roof console "OK" monitor with a map light and a cluster of trouble indicators which detected blown brake bulbs, brake fluid level, main fuse & a floor console engine oil temperature gauge. The first-generation Celicas can be further broken down into two distinctive models. The first of these
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2016-523: The Japanese market GTs had 18R-G motors that were mated to a Porsche designed closer ratio P51 5 speed gearbox whereas export models had the W-50. For the American market only the GT had only a single cam engine (2000 cc 18R or 2200 cc 20R) with a choice of automatic or 4 speed manual gearboxes on early models then upgrading to the W-50 5 speed in 1974–1977. There was also the GTV version which introduced in 1972 with slightly less luxurious interior than
2079-652: The Mark I Toyota Supra in Japan, as the Toyota Celica XX . It debuted in the United States and for the 1979 model year. The U.S. Mark I (chassis code MA46) was originally equipped with a 110 hp (82 kW) 2.6 L (2563 cc) 12-valve SOHC straight-six engine ( 4M-E ). Simultaneously the Japanese Celica XX (chassis code MA45) was offered with a 140 PS (103 kW) version of
2142-711: The North American market and was Toyota's response to the 1964½ Ford Mustang ( Pony car ) which also was based on the standard sedan with stylized 2+2 bodywork. In Japan where different dealer chains handle different models the Celica was exclusive to Toyota Corolla Store Japanese dealerships. The Celica filled a market position previously held by the 1965–1969 Toyota Sports 800 , when Toyota Corolla Store locations were previously known as Toyota Public Store then renamed in 1966 as Toyota Corolla Store . The initial trim levels offered were ET (1.4L 4-speed), LT, ST (1.6L 4-speed, 5-speed manual, or 3-speed automatic) and GT (1.6L 5-speed) with GTV added in 1972. For export markets
2205-490: The ST and lasted through the 1975 model year. For the 1975 model year, U.S. spec Celicas retained the 1974 body but received federally mandated 5-mph bumpers front and rear. Body-color urethane panels filled in the cutouts previously occupied by the smaller chrome bumpers. In October 1975, the entire Celica lineup was given a facelift with a revised front bumper and grille. The new model codes for facelift hardtop coupe were RA23 for
2268-523: The car was increased and the car featured various difference both externally and internally. Externally the most noticeable difference is the flat front end (similar to earlier JDM models ), the elimination of the removable hood vents (replaced by vents formed in the hood pressing) and the single cowl vent which replaced the twin vents on earlier models. Internally the cars also feature a different dash, seats and carpets. The liftback version also included these changes. The fastback -styled hatchback , called
2331-415: The earlier 1971–73 arches commonly referred to as thin lipped and the later 1974–77 as flat lipped. The North American Celica was equipped with federally mandated safety equipment such as an energy-absorbing steering column and seat belts. These were optional in some overseas markets. The A40 automatic transmission became an option on North American ST and LT models starting in the 1973 model year. For 1975
2394-530: The earlier body but received federally mandated 5 mph bumpers front and rear. Body-color urethane panels filled in the spaces previously occupied by the smaller chrome bumpers. This style of bumpers were used in North America until the end of this generation in 1977. Japan also used these bumpers for the Liftback GT, but not lesser grades or the coupe, from 1976 to 1977. Other changes done during
2457-530: The engine for the North American Celica is the 2.2 liter 20R. The Celica GT and LT models were introduced in the US for the 1974 model year. The top-line GT included a 5-speed W-50 manual transmission , rocker panel GT stripes and styled steel wheels with chrome trim rings. The LT was marketed as an economy model. 1974 saw minor changes in the Celica's trim and badges and slightly different wheel arches,
2520-746: The export markets Celica GT Convertible. In 1997, the four-wheel steering ST207 model was discontinued. The rest of the models remained unchanged until it ended production in July 1998. In September 1998, sales of the Curren ended with a total of 42,000 units. In late 1995 Toyota introduced the Toyota Curren TRD Sports version. Based on the Toyota Curren ZS Sport Selection, the TRD Sports included various interior and exterior modifications from TRD to include
2583-512: The facelift. All 60-series Celicas intended for the UK market were powered by the 21R engine. In Australia, Toyota decided initially to use the 21R-C in the Celica. As a result, the car only turned out 67 kW (90 hp). However, for the facelift model, it was replaced by the quicker 73 kW (98 hp) 2S-C motor, now in combination with independent rear suspension rather than the traditional live axle differential. This version, model code SA63,
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2646-571: The general worldwide market with an 18R engine or RA24 for America with a 20R engine. The Liftbacks were coded RA28 and TA28 (global markets) or RA29 for the US. Also available was the TA23, which was similar to the RA23 but with the 2T engine and the TA28 offered with the 2T-B. The Toyota Celica Liftback GT won Motor Trend Car of the Year (Imported Vehicle) in 1976. The Celica RA23, TA23, RA28, and TA28 had
2709-588: The larger engine. The hood vents, fuel filler cap and interior options were also different between the TA and RA series across the model range. The 1976-77 North American Celicas lost their ammeter and oil pressure gauges; they were replaced by warning lamps in the gauge cluster. Up until 1976, U.S. Celicas got either wheel covers (ST, LT) or styled steel wheels with trim rings (GT) in the 13-inch size. Starting in 1976, all Celicas got 14-inch styled steel wheels, with trim rings (GT) or without them (ST and LT). For 1976–1977,
2772-573: The lower-end LT was equipped with the single carbureted four-cylinder 2T engine displacing 1600 cc, while the ST came with a twin Solex downdraft carburetor 2T-B engine. The 2T-G that powered the high-end GT / GTV model was a DOHC 1600 cc engine equipped with twin Mikuni-Solex Carburetors. The first Celica for North America, 1971 ST was powered by 1.9 liter 8R engine . The 1972–1974 models have 2.0 liter 18R-C engines. For 1975–77,
2835-413: The model's lifetime. At its pinnacle in 1979, Toyota retailed 49 versions at once. Power for North American models was provided by a 2.2 L SOHC 20R 4-cylinder engine for both ST and GT models. This new generation offered more safety, power and fuel economy than previous models and was awarded Motor Trend's Import Car of the Year for 1978. In 1980, the limited edition U.S. Grand Prix GT Liftback
2898-418: The muscle-car era. From its 1971 introduction in North America until the 1973 model year, the Celica retained its original styling and trim, and was sold only in ST trim. The tri-color taillights with the "bubble" style arrived for 1973, and continued into early 1974. Mid-1974, the trim was slightly revised. The original Celica quarter panel script was changed to a bold block-letter font, the "C" pillar trim
2961-439: The non-U.S. GT Liftback was also available with the 18R-G twincam engine with a Yamaha head and running gear. This engine produced significantly more power than the single-cam 18R. Peak power was about 100 kW (134 hp) at 6000 rpm. In Australia, the 1971 TA22 Celica was first released with the 1.6-liter 2T motor, as well as the TA23 in the mid-1975 and the RA23 in 1976 with only 2000 1977 RA28s being imported, all with
3024-432: The rear seats and the fuel filler was moved from a concealed location between the tail lights to the left "C" pillar. Other changes included changes to the front and rear badges, the relocation of the towing hooks, changes to the color of the wing mirrors (on cars equipped with sports type mirrors) and changes to the centre console on ST and GT models. In 1974, for the 1975 model year, the North American spec Celica retained
3087-421: The third driver to have won the event in both "celebrity" and "pro" classifications, after Adam Carolla in 2013, and Sean Patrick Flanery in 1997/1998. On March 11, 2016 it was announced that the 2016 running of the event would be the final event due to Toyota moving its headquarters from nearby Torrance to Texas. * = overall champion *- = winner has changed their name since winning race. Their name shown
3150-529: The twin-cam motor all of which quickly halted any notion of the GTs becoming a staple in the Celica family in Australia. The second-generation Celica was released for the 1978 model year (production began in August 1977) and was again available in both notchback coupé and Liftback forms. It was designed in Toyota's Calty Design Research studio in California. David Stollery was responsible for its design. The coupé
3213-572: Was a technology improvement of the previous TEMS . In 1995, the XS and ZS S-Package trims were introduced which included a rear spoiler, rear wiper, alloy wheels and slightly more power output on the ZS trims. The later model, the ST208, was introduced as a base model to the lineup. It had two trim levels, the TS and TS Private Selection which included a rear wiper and a rear spoiler. Both trim levels were powered by
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#17327867199503276-412: Was improved somewhat, but the 20R introduced for 1975 proved to be a better engine in most respects. In August 1972 the Celica's tail lights were updated from one-piece tail lights (affectionately called one-tail or flat lights) to tail lights with distinctive raised brake & turn signal "bubble" lenses. The rear center panel was also redesigned as the fuel tank was moved from the trunk bottom to behind
3339-408: Was no longer a true hardtop; both coupé and Liftback had frameless door glass but featured a thick "B" pillar. The glass areas were significantly increased over the original version, 26% larger for the coupé and 35% larger for the liftback. The A40 Celica was also the first Japanese production car to feature glass which curved in all three dimensions. The early or pre-facelift second-generation Celica
3402-464: Was not only featured square headlights, but also came with new grille, and revised hood and fenders which were not interchangeable with the parts of pre-facelift model. This generation offered as standard equipment a new windshield wiper and headlight switch installation, with the controls operated by levers attached to the steering column. From 1979 until 1981 the Griffith company in the U.S. offered
3465-664: Was offered due to Toyota's connection to the U.S. Grand Prix West in Long Beach, California . For 1981, the North American models were given a bigger 2.4-liter SOHC 22R 4-cylinder engine producing 96 hp (71.6 kW), which was simultaneously fitted to the Pickup . To celebrate the Celica 10th Anniversary, the GTA coupe was released. This was basically a GT coupe with a four-speed automatic transmission, Supra style interior, power windows, upgraded sound system and alloy wheels. The GTA
3528-478: Was offered for this generation Celica. The Australian, European, Japanese, and general export model Celicas came with rear side vents, while the North American versions received red conspicuity lights on the rear quarter panels. In 1982, the New York Yankees began using a Celica as their bullpen car . Fuel injection became standard on all North American Celicas started from August 1982, therefore
3591-467: Was only sold in 1983 and 1984 and only in Australia. The 2.0 was then replaced by the injected 2.4-liter motor (22R-E, model code RA65) which provided 87 kW (118 PS; 117 hp). Toyota Curren Most of the information in this article was translated from the Toyota Curren article on Japanese Misplaced Pages at ja:トヨタ・カレン . The Toyota Curren ( Japanese: トヨタ・カレン , Toyota Karen )
3654-486: Was provided by a 2.4 L 22R or 22R-E engine in all North American models, while smaller engines were used in other countries. The 2.4 L became the biggest 4-cylinder engine offered in any Celica ever. Other engines were the 1.6-liter 4A, 1.6-liter 2T, 1.8-liter 3T, 1.8-liter 4T, 1.8-liter 1S, 2.0-liter 2S, 2.0-liter 18R-G and 2.0-liter 21R, depending on the particular market. Trim levels for the Japanese market were SV, ST, ST-EFI, SX, GT, and GT Rally. Rack and pinion steering
3717-427: Was put up for auction, and the high bidder participated in the race. Often, a member of the broadcast team for the feature race would race in the event; Ken Squier, Paul Page, Jack Arute, and Jamie Little (the 2008 winner) have all participated in the race while broadcasting the feature. All celebrities were given thorough practice, safety, and training sessions before competing, and no serious injuries occurred, despite
3780-519: Was released with round headlights and chrome bumpers for lower grades. The higher grades such as the Japanese GT and all U.S. models have black rubber bumpers. The facelift was launched in August 1979 came with square headlights and revised tail lights. They came with chrome bumpers with rubber protectors on each corners, or for certain models with all polyurethane black bumpers such on the Japanese GT and all U.S. spec cars. The facelift model front end
3843-423: Was restyled with a more modern look, and GT logos switched to a bold serif font. The GT was the first American Celica to include a 5-speed overdrive transmission as standard, along with an FM/AM radio, leather-wrapped 4-spoke steering wheel, GT rocker panel stripes, styled steel wheels with bright trim rings, and 70-series radial tires. 1974 saw the introduction of the LT to North America. It was similarly equipped as
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#17327867199503906-421: Was the 1975 model year being TA23, RA23, RA24, RA25, RA28, TA28 & RA29. The Japanese version had engines under 2.0 liters so as to conform to Japanese regulations concerning engine displacement size, thereby allowing buyers to avoid an additional tax for a larger engine. Japanese buyers did pay a higher annual road tax for engines over 1.5 liters while staying under the 2.0 liter threshold. In some markets,
3969-494: Was the original with slant nose (trapezoid-like shape front corner light). This is for coupe model only, TA22, RA20, RA21 & RA22. These models were produced from 1970 to 1975 and came equipped with the 2T, 2T-G 1.6 liter, or 18R 2.0 liter motor. They had a 95 inches (2,400 mm) wheelbase. The second series had a flat nose (square front corner light) and slightly longer wheelbase (98 in or 2,500 mm wheelbase). This facelift model appeared in Japan in 1974 but for export
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