Noticias ALEJANDRO Posted February 9, 2024 Posted February 9, 2024 Toyota's sports car legacy has been a story of constant evolution and passion for driving. In this narrative of two-seat, rear-drive machines, the Toyota GR Hachi-Roku stands as the culmination of decades of engineering, design and commitment to the driving experience. Although visually inspired by the GT86, the GR 86 pays homage to a history that dates back to the '60s. Let's explore how each iteration of this lineage has left its unique mark on automotive culture. The starting point of this journey begins in the «Toyota 8» also called «Sports 800«, affectionately nicknamed «Yota-Hachi». With its rear-mounted 790cc boxer engine, it challenged the norm by bringing the thrill of racing to the road. Its light and agile body, forged from thin-gauge steel and aluminum, was a testament to Toyota's commitment to weight reduction and agility. This vehicle not only brought Toyota into the world of high-level racing, but also secured a memorable podium finish at the 1967 Fuji 24 Hours. We can say that the Sports 800 laid the foundations for the passion for driving that remains a fundamental pillar in Toyota sports cars to this day. Noticias
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