Unknown to most Americans, the Toyota AE86 is a sub-compact model coupe produced from 1984 through 1987. Unlike the stock AE86, this particular import is built to kill (on the track). It features a fully built inline 6-cylinder Toyota 2JZ engine with a 94-millimeter Precision turbocharger. The transmission is a race-grade GM TH400 automatic. This car makes some serious power and typically gets through the quarter-mile in the mid-sixes.
After qualifying in the top spot, the AE86 takes to the track for Round One eliminations. From the right lane, this little monster posts a 6.39-second pass @ 217.91 mph (personal best) against a fellow Dominican racer in a bodacious yellow Trueno.
Breezing through a competition bye in Round Two, the AE86 draws the Fours Wild Thunderbird in Round Three. The Ford never gets hooked-up and the Toyota cruises to a victory with another 6.39-second pass @ 218.76 mph.
Getting deep into those Rounds, it’s comforting to have NHRA Pro Stock legend Jose Gonzalez behind the wheel of the AE86. Think Jose can bring home the Class win and $10K?